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Is the Tesco share price too cheap at current levels?

| Jamie Adams

Current growth estimates suggest the Tesco share price is cheap, so Jamie Adams takes a closer look.

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ISA investing: 2 UK penny stocks and 2 FTSE 100 shares to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the lookout for top UK shares to buy. Here are several five-star FTSE 100 stocks and quality penny…

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Why I think the Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust share price will rise again

| Roland Head

The Scottish Mortgage share price has been on a rollercoaster ride this year. But Roland Head thinks this FTSE 100…

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How to perform a flood risk assessment

| Victor Garrett

If you are looking to develop property in a flood zone, you'll need to carry out a flood risk assessment.…

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How to sell your old laptop

| Jennifer Laird

Looking to sell an old laptop but don't know where to start? It's easier than you might think. We take…

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3 penny stocks I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These penny stocks have run into problems over the past 12 months, but their outlooks are improving, making them recovery…

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5 FTSE 250 stocks to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves outlines five FTSE 250 stocks he thinks could help him profit from the economic recovery in the years…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price undervalued?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Rolls-Royce share price looks cheap compared to its trading history, but the company is facing some serious headwinds to…

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Shares for passive income: my dividend heroes

| Andy Ross

Andy Ross looks at two FTSE 100 shares that reward shareholders with dividends and could be strong passive income creators.

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Will the Deliveroo share price bounce back in 2021?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Deliveroo share price has plunged since its IPO, and the stock could continue to fall as uncertainty prevails, argues…

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3 of the biggest mistakes stock market investors make

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Mistakes are part of investing. However, there are some classic mistakes that investors make time and time again. Here are…

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Gender credit gap: women pay £17k more to borrow over lifetime

| Sean LaPointe

New research has revealed a gender credit gap. On average, women pay £17k more than men to borrow over their…

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2 UK penny stocks and 2 FTSE 100 shares to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the hunt for UK shares to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here are some FTSE 100…

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I was right about the BT share price! Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The BT share price could continue to move higher as the company progresses with plans to improve its network and…

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The Tesco share price looks cheap to me: here’s why I’d buy

| Roland Head

The Tesco share price has fallen -- or has it? Roland Head explains why he doesn't think this FTSE 100…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks to watch

| Kirsteen Mackay

FTSE 100 stocks Auto Trader (LON:AUTO) and Vodafone (LON:VOD) have potential for growth and shareholder value ahead. Are they good…

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Top growth stocks for April 2021

| The Motley Fool Staff

Our freelance writers picked the top growth stocks they’d buy in April, including Alpha FX, ASOS, Auto Trader and boohoo…

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How I’ve invested £20k in my Stock and Shares ISA

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains how he has invested his Stocks and Shares ISA allowance for the year ahead in a basket…

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Why I think the Vodafone share price could keep climbing

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Vodafone share price has jumped over the past 12 months, and the company's valuation suggests it could continue to…

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3 UK recovery shares to buy in May

| Rupert Hargreaves

These three UK shares could be great investments to own to invest in the UK economic recovery and reopening in…

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A UK growth share I’d buy as the FTSE 100 overtakes 7,000 points!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 continues to go from strength to strength. Here's a top UK blue chip share I expect to…

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As the FTSE 100 hits 7,000, I’d buy its only penny stock

| Christopher Ruane

FTSE100 penny stocks are now down to a single name. Christopher Ruane reveals it and explains why he would pick…

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Passive income ideas I’d use to generate £100 a week

| Rupert Hargreaves

These stocks and shares could provide a passive income in the long run with dividends from an investment for as…

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2 things that are now more important to house hunters than location

| Diana Bocco

When it comes to what makes the best home, recent research shows that house hunters no longer think that location…

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5 passive income streams I’d consider using now

| Christopher Ruane

Earning money without working for it is possible! Christopher Ruane assesses five possible passive income streams he'd consider right now.

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I think these 2 FTSE 100 stocks might be among the best shares to buy today

| Christopher Ruane

These two well-known companies are both FTSE 100 members. Christopher Ruane explains why he rates them the best shares to…

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The Lloyds share price is rising, but I’d buy these stocks instead

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds share price has doubled in less than a year. But can it continue its upward run? Here are…

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The Tesco share price is falling: should I buy now?

| Royston Roche

The Tesco share price is falling following the announcement of its results. Royston Roche reviews the company to see if…

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4 free career aptitude tests

| Anne East

Feeling stuck in a rut job-wise? Assess your skills with one of these free career aptitude tests and kickstart a…

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The FTSE 100 passes 7,000 points! Here’s why I think it can go higher still in 2021

| Jon Smith

A mix of positive sentiment from the economy and long-term foreign investment means the FTSE 100 is performing well, writes…

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Why easyJet stock could now soar after H1 results

| Peter Taberner

easyJet stock is potentially a worthy investment as H1 figures were better than expected and regulations should permit more travel…

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Have stock markets priced in good news?

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Stock markets around the world are looking positive, but has good news already been priced in? Should investors be optimistic…

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The FTSE 100 index zooms past 7,000. Here’s what I’d buy now

| Manika Premsingh

As the FTSE 100 finally touches 7,000 after over a year, it is time to look at some promising constituent…

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The FTSE 100 has hit 7,000 points. Here are 3 stocks I’d buy NOW

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 has hit 7,000 points meaning it's up 40% since March 2020. Here, Ed Sheldon highlights three Footsie…

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Ted Baker and Babcock shares are soaring. Should I buy now?

| Roland Head

The Babcock share price was the biggest riser in the FTSE 250 last week. Roland Head explains what's happened and…

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Why I’m buying these 2 FTSE 100 shares for retirement

| Jamie Adams

These two FTSE 100 stocks are at the top of my list when considering the financial options that will provide…

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Top investors give investment tips anyone can use

| Ben Hargreaves

The easiest way to improve your chances of making a profit is to listen to the investment tips of those…

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How is passive income taxed?

| Victor Garrett

Since HMRC requires you to report your passive income, it might be wise to learn how it is taxed to…

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The NIO share price has plunged! Here’s what I’d do now

| Rupert Hargreaves

The NIO share price has fallen over the past month and some analysts believe this could be a great opportunity…

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3 growth stocks I’d buy for this incredible bull market

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, we're in the midst of a raging bull market. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights three stocks he would buy…

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