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Profit up almost 12%! This FTSE stock has growth and a decent dividend for shareholders

I’d consider shares in this FTSE company, which is rolling out its expansion across the UK and Canada -- and…

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JD Sports’ shares just fell 5%! Is this now a stock market bargain?

Our writer casts an eye over the trading update from JD Sports and asks whether this stock market underperformer could…

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Operating profit up 26%! Auto Trader is leading the FTSE 100 on results day

An explosive move higher from the Auto Trader share price suggests the full-year results are good, but is the stock…

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Up 14% in 2024, what’s next for the Lloyds share price?

This Fool takes a closer look at what prompted the Lloyds share price to rise this year, and offers her…

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It could be worth buying the dip for this FTSE 250 stock, down 7% today

Jon Smith spots a sharp drop in a FTSE 250 stock but explains why this could just be a blip…

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Dividend held! This good value FTSE 250 stock looks poised for recovery

After a difficult few years, this consumer-facing FTSE 250 business has been building value and now looks set to take…

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The National Grid share price just plunged another 10%. Time to buy?

The National Grid share price is one of the FTSE 100's most stable, and nothing much happens to it? Well,…

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The FTSE 100’s Intertek delivers a bullish update — can the share price soar?

I’d describe Intertek as a quality business with a decent dividend income, but will the share price shoot the lights…

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Up another 10% yesterday, how high can the Nvidia share price go?

Jon Smith talks through the latest results but flags up why further gains could be harder to come by for…

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Nvidia shares hit a new high after record earnings. Is there a lot more to come?

Nvidia stock smashes expectations, as quarterly profit soars 600%. It's time for a 10-for-one stock split too, as it reaches…

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Scottish Mortgage shares rise following FY update! Time to buy?

Scottish Mortgage (LON:SMT) shares were closing in on 900p today after a positive full-year report from the giant FTSE 100…

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National Grid reveals £7bn rights issue and the share price plunges – should I invest now?

The National Grid share price has dropped almost 10% and a dividend cut is looming, but it may be a…

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Nvidia stock is becoming more affordable!

Nvidia stock is up 2,500% over five years, but the chip giant’s share split -- announced during its earnings report…

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Marks and Spencer’s share price rises almost 10% on results day – should I buy?

Adjusted earnings up 45% -- no wonder the Marks and Spencer share price is flying. But there may be much…

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I’d focus on Kingfisher now after the Q1 report leaves the share price unmoved

With the share price near 262p, is the FTSE 100’s Kingfisher a decent investment now for dividends and business recovery?

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The Keywords Studios share price just jumped 63%. Time to sell?

The Keywords Studios share price has soared on the back of takeover talk. Here, Edward Sheldon explains what he’d do…

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The United Utilities share price is recovering after mixed earnings report and sewage spill

Is a mild increase in revenue and slightly boosted dividend enough to save the United Utilities share price in light…

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The Sage share price slides on half-year results: is it time to buy?

Sage’s share price has slipped on an uncertain outlook. But the company’s results suggest it’s still making good progress, says…

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£146m in net cash – I think the easyJet share price is ready for lift-off

Today’s interims from easyJet are positive, and the growing net cash pile and holidays division may help drive the share…

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As the BT share price jumps 10% on FY results, is it time to buy?

The BT share price just got a welcome boost from what might turn out to be a transformational set of…

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Why the Experian share price is soaring after Q4 results

The Experian share price is at all-time highs after the company’s latest trading update. But does 6% revenue growth justify…

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A 7.8% yield and growing! Is the Imperial Brands dividend a passive income bargain?

The Imperial Brands dividend is growing -- and the tobacco company already offers a juicy yield compared to many FTSE…

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Imperial Brands’ share price is on fire! Time to buy following HY results?

The Imperial Brands share price is flying right now! Is the FTSE 100 cigarette giant starting to break out of…

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Why I think Burberry’s share price is simply too cheap to ignore right now

Burberry’s share price has dropped 50% in a year. Roland Head reviews the latest numbers and explains why he’s buying.

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Vodafone approves a €2bn stock buyback – can the share price soar?

Will the full-year results report kick-start a turnaround for the Vodafone share price and its restructuring underlying business?

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Why the Diploma share price is surging after a strong trading update

The Diploma share price is up 7% after a strong earnings report. As the company keeps growing, is there still…

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Airtel Africa’s share price sinks on profits hit! Time to buy?

Airtel Africa's share price has plunged as news of currency devaluations spook investors. Is this a great dip buying opportunity?

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Is the J D Wetherspoon share price a bargain after the company’s latest trading update?

The J D Wetherspoon share price is up 3% after the company’s latest trading update. Beyond the immediate issues, Stephen…

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A mixed Q1, but I’m now ready to buy InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) shares

InterContinental Hotels Group shares are down today after the FTSE 100 firm reported Q1 earnings. This looks like the dip…

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What’s going on with the GSK share price as Q1 profit falls?

The GSK share price pushed upwards in early trading on Wednesday despite the pharmaceuticals giant registering falling profits in Q1.

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What’s going on with the HSBC share price?

The HSBC share price rose on 30 April after the company beat earnings expectations. But what else is going on…

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The Hargreaves Lansdown share price jumps on ‘good momentum’. Is the worst over?

The Hargreaves Lansdown share price is finally showing signs of life following a positive trading update. Paul Summers wonders whether…

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Can this latest news help stop the St James’s Place share price rot?

The St James's Place share price has collapsed since its highs of 2021. But as we hit the first quarter,…

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Here’s why the HSBC share price just powered to a 5-year high!

The HSBC share price is nearing 700p after the Asia-focused bank released its first-quarter earnings today. Is the stock still…

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A Q1 trading update pushes the Beazley share price up a bit more. Is it still cheap?

The Beazley share price has been motoring up in what might turn out to be the start of a 2024…

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The Microsoft share price surges after results. Is this the best AI stock to buy?

Jon Smith flags up the jump in the Microsoft share price after the latest results showed strong demand for AI…

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Are Persimmon shares a bargain hiding in plain sight?

Persimmon shares have struggled in 2024, so far. But today's trading update suggests sentiment in the housing market's already improving.

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Here’s why the Unilever share price is soaring after Q1 earnings

Stephen Wright isn’t surprised to see the Unilever share price rising as the company’s Q1 results show it’s executing on…

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Barclays’ share price jumps 5% on Q1 news. Will it soon be too late to buy?

The Barclays share price has been having a great time this year, as a solid Q1 gives it another boost.…

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The AstraZeneca share price lifts 5% on a top-and-bottom earnings beat

The AstraZeneca share price reached £120 today and helped push the FTSE 100 higher. Would I still buy this flying…

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