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Will Lloyds pay a dividend in 2021?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Last year, Lloyds was forced to suspend its dividend by the Bank of England. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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Why I am buying Lloyds shares now

| Charlie Keough

Following last week’s Q1 announcement, Charlie Keough takes a closer look at Lloyds shares and why he is adding them…

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Here’s why I’d buy Card Factory shares now

| Nadia Yaqub

I’ve change my mind on Card Factory shares. Here are the reasons why I’ve become bullish on the company.

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If I could only buy one tech share, this would be it

| Roland Head

This founder-backed UK tech share has lagged the FTSE 100 this year. Roland Head explains why he thinks it could…

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1 of the best UK dividend stocks to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the lookout for some of the best dividend stocks to buy in my ISA today. Here's one that…

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The McBride share price crashed 17% today. Here’s why!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The McBride share price crashed as much as 28% on Wednesday morning, after a surprise profits warning. Would I buy…

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The IAG share price soars 37% in 3 months. Can it go higher?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The IAG share price has skyrocketed since September 2020's lows. It's also the FTSE 100's best-performer over three months. But…

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3 of the best cheap UK stocks to buy in an ISA!

| Royston Wild

These low-value UK shares are in great shape to deliver strong shareholder returns. Here's why I think they're on my…

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2 potential upcoming UK IPOs that I’m keeping an eye on

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith runs through BrewDog and Starling Bank as two potential upcoming UK IPOs that he's keeping an eye on…

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Personal Finance

How long should I keep payslips?

| Fiona Vanier

If you have ever been employed, then you will have received payslips. Are you wondering how long you should keep…

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Personal Finance

5 times to ask for financial help rather than go it alone

| Fiona Vanier

There are times when it’s worth seeking financial help rather than going it alone. If you want to know when…

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3 FTSE 250 shares I’d buy in May

| G A Chester

G A Chester discusses why he thinks these FTSE 250 shares are strong businesses, and what he likes about their…

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The Darktrace share price is up 30%. Should I buy the stock now?

| Roland Head

The Darktrace share price has soared since the firm's flotation. Roland Head explains why he's attracted to this cyber security…

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Why is the BP share price rising?

| Nadia Yaqub

The BP share price has performed well since the start of the year. But what has been driving this? Here…

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3 of the best cheap UK stocks to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the lookout for great UK shares to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here are, in my…

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1 reopening stock to buy now that I think has flown under the radar

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith explains why he thinks residential landlord Grainger could outperform this year, and ranks it as a top stock…

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Virgin Money UK’s share price tanks despite a return to profit

| Royston Wild

Virgin Money UK's share price has reversed sharply following recent strong progress. Here's why this UK banking share has fallen…

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Personal Finance

Can I lie on a credit card application?

| Victor Garrett

If you are experiencing financial difficulties, it may be tempting to lie on a credit card application. We take a…

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AstraZeneca stock: time to sell?

| Pam Narang

Looking beyond the company’s vaccine woes, is now the time to make the most of the uptick in AstraZeneca stock…

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Here’s why the NIO share price fell yesterday

| Dylan Hood

As markets closed yesterday, the NIO share price had fallen almost 5%. Dylan Hood takes a closer look at why…

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Can the Rolls-Royce share price bounce back?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price has nearly doubled in the last seven months! Is this a sign of an imminent recovery?…

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Should I buy UFC shares today?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This investor explains why he won't buy UFC shares today considering the uncertain outlook for the company and the entertainment…

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The Horizonte Minerals (HZM) share price is surging. Should I buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Horizonte Minerals (HZM) share price has more than doubled in a year. Is it too late to buy now?…

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Personal Finance

How can solar energy save money?

| Victor Garrett

How can solar energy save you money? We take a look at how solar panels can reduce your dependence on…

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What’s next for the Boohoo share price?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Boohoo share price has outperformed over the past few years, but now the firm's growth is slowing, is the…

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3 ways I’d invest £600 right now

| Jon Smith

Whether looking to invest now for capital growth or dividend income, Jonathan Smith outlines three different ways he'd look to…

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Is the Quadrise Fuels (QFI) share price about to explode?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Quadrise Fuels (QFI) share price has more than tripled in a year. But can it continue to climb even…

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Can the Jubilee Metals (JLP) share price climb even higher?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Jubilee Metals (JLP) share price has increased nearly fivefold in a year. But can it climb even higher? Zaven…

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Is the Ibstock share price about to explode?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Ibstock share price has struggled throughout 2020. But Zaven Boyrazian has spotted a rising trend that may soon lead…

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Personal Finance

8 tips to save on energy using your garden

| Jennifer Laird

Want to save on energy bills around the home this year? Why not start outdoors? Here are eight easy ways…

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Stock market investing: should I worry about a FTSE flash crash?

| Kirsteen Mackay

A micro flash crash shook financial markets this week. Are well established FTSE 100 stocks immune from intermittent market declines?

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3 cheap shares I’d buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Royston Wild

UK share markets remain full of bargain stocks today. Here are a handful of cheap UK shares I'm considering buying…

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Personal Finance

House prices see their fastest rise in 17 years!

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

House prices are increasing at a rapid rate. Will this growth continue? Or are there signs that things will soon…

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Should I buy these 3 reopening stocks (including this FTSE 100 share) in May?

| Royston Wild

Investor interest in UK shares has marched northwards in recent weeks. Is now the time to buy these reopening stocks…

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The BT share price is up 6%+ in a week. Could this be BT’s big comeback?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The BT share price is up 6% in a week and 36% in two months. If all goes well and…

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If I could only buy 1 UK share, this would be it

| Roland Head

This UK share ticks all the boxes for our writer, who explains why this unfashionable firm has outperformed many trendier…

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Amazon just had a blowout quarter. Should I buy the stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Amazon stock has had a good run over the last year. Edward Sheldon looks at whether it's too late to…

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Here are 2 top dividend stock picks I think are ESG-investing-friendly

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith explains his potentially surprising picks of AstraZeneca and British American Tobacco as ESG investing stocks that pay a…

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Personal Finance

Asda to start selling second-hand clothes

| Sean LaPointe

Asda’s George clothing brand is selling second-hand clothes in stores across the UK. We take a look at this boost…

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FTSE 100 dividends surged in April. More passive income for UK shareholders!

| Cliff D'Arcy

UK dividends collapsed by 44% in 2020, with FTSE 100 cuts doing most of the damage. But cash dividends are…

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