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The Unilever (ULVR) share price has jumped. I’d buy now!

| Paul Summers

The Unilever plc (LON:ULVR) share price has underperformed over the last year, but Paul Summers thinks the stock represents great…

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Tax falls for the first time since the 2008-10 financial crisis

| Sean LaPointe

Tax revenue has fallen for the first time since the 2008 financial crisis as the UK battles the effects of…

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I’d buy this bargain FTSE 250 stock today

| Stuart Blair

This FTSE 250 stock has performed strongly over the past year. Stuart Blair thinks that its good run is set…

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What will the Cineworld share price do next?

| Royston Wild

The Cineworld share price has retraced after some serious gains since the autumn. Is now the time for UK share…

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ISA investing: this is what I’d do about the cheap Saga share price!

| Royston Wild

On paper, the Saga share price looks too cheap to miss. But is it really all that on closer inspection?…

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Have I missed the boat with Halfords shares?

| Nadia Yaqub

Halfords shares have had a phenomenal run. But will this continue? Here’s my view on the retailer.

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5 FTSE 100 stocks to buy with £5k

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool outlines the FTSE 100 stocks he'd buy with an investment of £5k today to profit from the economic…

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3 FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy in May

| Nadia Yaqub

The FTSE 250 index has been making headlines lately. Here are three companies that are members of the index that…

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UK shares to buy now: how I’d invest £5k today

| Rupert Hargreaves

These are the best UK shares to buy now, according to this Fool, who's planning to invest £5,000 in a…

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2 penny stocks I’d pick to ride the travel boom

| Christopher Ruane

As restrictions lift, travel is increasing across the UK. Christopher Ruane picks two penny stocks he thinks could benefit.

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BP shares: should I buy after the FTSE 100 giant released its recent update?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan decides whether he would buy BP shares right now after the FTSE 100 oil giant released a great…

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This FTSE 100 stock is back with a bang. Here’s what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock has shown improvement not only over last year, but 2019 as well. This bodes well for…

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Will Netflix evolve into streaming video games?

| Kate Anderson

Is Netflix looking towards streaming video games to shore up its share price? We take a look at what's next…

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The Persimmon share price is up nearly 50% in a year. Should I buy more?

| Alan Oscroft

The Persimmon share price has almost regained its pre-pandemic level. With healthy forward sales, are we in for another bull…

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Passive income ideas I’d use for the cost of a beer each day

| Christopher Ruane

Instead of sinking a pint at the end of the day, Christopher Ruane explains how he would put the money…

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The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen. Should I buy?

| Christopher Ruane

The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen in recent weeks. Christopher Ruane discusses why and weighs his next move.

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The Saga share price is rising: should I buy now?

| Royston Roche

The Saga share price is on an upward trend. Royston Roche analyses the stock to see if it's a good…

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The Lloyds share price is headed back to 50p. Would I buy it?

| Manika Premsingh

It is a big day for the Lloyds share price as better than expected results are driving up its share…

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Autumn holiday bookings surge amid summer travel uncertainty

| Sean LaPointe

With the possibility of overseas travel still uncertain this summer, a great number of UK holidaymakers are rescheduling their holiday…

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Is penny stock Quadrise Fuels (LSE:QFI) a good investment?

| Kirsteen Mackay

Penny stock Quadrise Fuels International (LSE:QFI) is seeing its share price rise today as its project in Utah resumes. Should…

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NIO stock is down over 33%! Is this the opportunity of a lifetime to buy?

| Paul Summers

NIO (NYSE:NIO) stock has tanked in recent months. Paul Summers asks whether now might be the time to pile in.

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3 reasons why this FTSE 100 stock is one of my top picks for 2021

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock bounced back fast from last year's market crash, continues to rise and even has a bright…

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5 reasons I’m avoiding Supply@Me (SYME) shares

| G A Chester

Trading in penny stock Supply@Me Capital (SYME) has been scarily volatile, but G A Chester is avoiding the shares for…

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Will the GSK share price keep climbing in May?

| Roland Head

GSK's share price is up from its March lows, but the firm is still the biggest FTSE 100 faller over…

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Should I buy or avoid Taylor Wimpey shares?

| Nadia Yaqub

Taylor Wimpey shares have been rising. But is now a buying opportunity? Here’s my take on the housebuilder.

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Shall I buy J Sainsbury, or is the Tesco share price more attractive?

| Alan Oscroft

As J Sainsbury releases full-year results, how do its shares stack up against the Tesco share price. Which of the…

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ESG investing: which UK companies might I invest in?

| Andy Ross

A look at ESG investing and two UK FTSE 100 companies with strong ESG credentials, which might make them appealing…

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Should I buy Morrisons shares at the current price?

| Nadia Yaqub

I reckon investors are missing a trick with Morrisons shares. Here’s my take on the supermarket chain that's working hard…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in May

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool highlights the three FTSE 100 stocks he'd buy for his portfolio in May as recovery investments while the…

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Why the Abrdn rebrand is a poorly timed distraction

| Tej Kohli

Is Abrdn focusing on the ‘gloss’ of branding as a distraction from the difficult task of reinvigorating its underlying fundamentals?

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The Sainsbury’s share price falls after a huge loss. But I see value in SBRY

| Cliff D'Arcy

Despite grocery sales leaping by 8%, the Sainsbury's share price fell on Wednesday. But I expect bumper profits from the…

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The BT share price is up 57%! I still think the stock’s cheap

| Rupert Hargreaves

The BT share price has outperformed the FTSE 100 over the past six months and this Fool would buy the…

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A cheap FTSE 250 stock I’d buy today

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 250 stock has tremendous income and growth potential over the next few years, argues this Fool, who'd buy…

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Travis Perkins and Mulberry are today’s big share-price movers: here’s why

| Roland Head

Travis Perkins and Mulberry issued market-moving updates today. Roland Head explains the impact on each company's share price.

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10 tasks drivers feel least confident doing that could cost them

| Sean LaPointe

We take a look at the 10 car maintenance checks that drivers are least confident to carry out - and…

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The Lloyds share price is flying! Should I buy LLOY today?

| Paul Summers

The Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:LLOY) share price has rallied as profits recover. Paul Summers considers whether he'd now buy…

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4 ways to sell old furniture

| Diana Bocco

Looking to sell old furniture to make some cash? There are plenty of places online where you can get a…

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What’s in store for the Boohoo share price in May?

| Paul Summers

Fast-fashion giant Boohoo Group plc's (LON:BOO) share price could move hard and fast next month. But in which direction?

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy for passive income

| Harshil Patel

Looking for passive income from stocks and shares? Harshil Patel is and considers three FTSE 100 dividend plays.

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I’d ignore the Lloyds share price and buy other UK shares in an ISA

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price has been rising in recent months. Can it continue to increase as the battle against Covid-19…

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