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Why I’d buy this turnaround stock ahead of Provident Financial plc

| G A Chester

Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) has turnaround potential but G A Chester prefers another stock.

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Why I’d buy FTSE 100 turnaround stock Provident Financial plc ahead of Barclays plc

| Ian Pierce

While Barclays plc (LON: BARC) goes nowhere, Provident Financial plc's (LON: PFG) turnaround is taking shape.

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Why I’d buy Provident Financial plc shares after 15% rebound

| Alan Oscroft

Provident Financial plc (LON: PFG) might be down, but the long-term future could still be exciting.

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Why I’d ditch this growth stock for Provident Financial plc

| Kevin Godbold

Turnaround candidate Provident Financial plc (LON: PFG) looks more attractive to me than this popular growth stock.

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Why I’d dump this battered turnaround stock to buy Provident Financial plc

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) could be a successful turnaround buy.

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Why Provident Financial plc’s woes could help you retire early

| Paul Summers

Things may be bleak for Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) but Paul Summers thinks this could be an excellent opportunity for…

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Can Neil Woodford’s reputation survive three years of under-performance?

| Harvey Jones

Neil Woodford's annus horribilis has emboldened his detractors, but Harvey Jones is standing by his man for now.

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Provident Financial plc set for FTSE 100 exit and NMC Health plc to replace it

| G A Chester

Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) is heading out of the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) and NMC Health plc (LON:NMC) is in line…

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Are Provident Financial plc shares seeing a ‘dead cat bounce’?

| Harvey Jones

Provident Financial plc (LON: PFG) has stopped crashing to earth but its recent recovery also holds dangers, says Harvey Jones.

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One Footsie dividend stock I’d buy before Provident Financial plc

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock with better investment appeal than Provident Financial plc (LON: PFC).

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Provident Financial plc slumps 60% on dividend withdrawal

| Peter Stephens

Provident Financial plc (LON: PFG) has released a hugely disappointing update.

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Why I’d buy these two Neil Woodford dividend favourites

| Rupert Hargreaves

These two Woodford favourites look highly attractive.

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Provident Financial plc’s problems are a huge opportunity for this growth stock

| Ian Pierce

This small company is growing quickly by taking advantage of the problems at Provident Financial plc (LON: PFG).

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Which falling knife to catch: Carillion plc vs Provident Financial Group plc?

| Ian Pierce

After profit warnings and plunging share prices should investors snap up Provident Financial Group plc (LON:PFG) or Carillion plc (LON:CLLN)?

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Is Provident Financial plc the best FTSE 100 dividend stock?

| Jack Tang

Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) has in place a strong management team with proven leadership.

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Is now the time to buy these falling knives?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two stocks that have fallen significantly recently.

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Why I’d buy these 2 top FTSE 100 dividend stocks

| Alan Oscroft

Offering yields of 6%, these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) giants should prove to be long-term cash cows.

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Is Neil Woodford dividend stock Provident Financial plc a buy after 16% slump?

| Roland Head

Roland Head gives his verdict on today's profit warning from Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG).

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2 FTSE 100 stocks for retirement income AND growth

| G A Chester

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could deliver above-average income and strong capital growth.

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2 growth stocks for the long term

| Jack Tang

These long-term growth stocks could produce impressive returns for investors.

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These dirt-cheap dividend stocks could help you retire rich

| Peter Stephens

A mix of dividend growth and low valuations could make these two shares worth buying right now.

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2 big yielders with explosive earnings potential

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two great dividend bets with powerful futures.

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2 Neil Woodford stocks set to beat the FTSE 100

| Peter Stephens

These two Neil Woodford stocks seem to offer a perfect mix of growth and value.

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Should you buy these overlooked Neil Woodford dividend stocks?

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at the bull and bear cases for two of Neil Woodford's lesser-known stocks.

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy with 4%+ dividend yields

| Ian Pierce

These two stocks offer growth that trounces the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) and 4%-plus dividend yields to boot.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks you can’t afford to overlook

| Harvey Jones

Investors should be alert to the generous yields on these two overlooked dividend stocks, says Harvey Jones.

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Is this rising star a better banking buy than Lloyds Banking Group plc?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) has bright prospects but could this company be a better buy?

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These dirt-cheap FTSE 100 income stocks could help you retire early

| Peter Stephens

Buying these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks right now could be a sound move.

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Why this value stock could double despite shares crashing 10% on results

| Peter Stephens

This stock could have stunning long-term growth potential even after a tough year.

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Should you buy St. James’s Place plc & Provident Financial plc on full-year results?

| Jack Tang

St. James's Place plc (LON:STJ) and Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) both announced big dividend increases today.

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2 dividend stocks I’d buy for my ISA before the end of the tax year

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for good ISA dividend stocks? Take a look at these two dividend champions.

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2 FTSE 100 stocks to buy in March and 2 to sell

| Ian Pierce

The hottest and coldest FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) picks for March.

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Does 9% customer growth make Provident Financial plc a better buy than Lloyds Banking Group plc?

| Roland Head

Do high margins and strong lending growth make Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) a better buy than Lloyds Banking Group plc…

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My top 2 FTSE 100 shares for 2017

| Ian Pierce

These 2 FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares have trounced the broader index by over 100% in the past five years.…

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2 non-cyclical stocks to avoid recession worries

| Ian Pierce

Why these unlikely defensives can beat a bear market.

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2 Neil Woodford income stocks I want to buy in 2017

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

2016 is almost over. Here are two Neil Woodford-owned income stocks I'm hoping buy in 2017.

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Don’t ignore these under-the-radar dividend champions

| Ian Pierce

These may be the best FTSE-beating yields you've never considered.

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You’ve probably overlooked these 2 super income stocks

| Peter Stephens

These two companies have surprisingly good dividend prospects.

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2 financial stocks trouncing the big banks

| Ian Pierce

These alternative lenders have far outperformed the UK's largest banks. Can the good times last?

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Will these Footsie big-yielders prove to be expensive mistakes?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the investment outlook for two Footsie big-hitters.

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