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Is the Experian share price screaming ‘buy’?

The world's largest credit data company reported an increase in half-yearly profit on 15 November. But what's next for the…

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Is this slumping FTSE stock a contrarian pick to consider buying?

As one of the worst-performing stocks on the FTSE 100, could this mining giant be a contrarian option with a…

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Why did FTSE 250 stock Kainos just crash 20%?

This FTSE 250 software stock plummeted today after a mixed earnings report. Is this an opportunity for me to invest?

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FTSE 250 stocks on sale! British Land is worth considering today

The British Land business is recovering but the share price may be lagging events, so I’d focus on the FTSE…

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Why the Diageo share price is down 13% today

The Diageo share price has just registered a double-digit fall. Is this a great buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon provides his…

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With an 8.5% dividend, is the Taylor Wimpey share price set to surge?

The Taylor Wimpey share price is recovering, but the dividend yield is still massive. I'm looking at locking in some…

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As the Marks & Spencer share price climbs 10%, is it time to buy?

The Marks & Spencer share price has doubled in the past year after the company stormed back into the FTSE…

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Has the Persimmon share price bottomed out?

After 18 months of declines, the Persimmon share price is rising. But should investors worry about lower revenues due to…

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Down 28% in a year, could this FTSE 100 stock stage a turnaround?

Sumayya Mansoor explains how this FTSE 100 stock could turn around its recent poor share price performance amid market volatility.

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As the Persimmon share price rises, should we buy before it’s too late?

The Persimmon share price is still down in the dumps after collapsing in 2022. But we have a flicker of…

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3 huge opportunities in the stock market to look at right now

Whether one is investing for growth or income, the stock market is throwing up some exciting opportunities right now, says…

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Down 20% in 2023, is the Prudential share price a major investment opportunity?

Earlier in the year, the Prudential share price was near 1,400p. Today however, it’s under 900p. Is this a great…

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The easyJet share price rally stalls! Is it time to buy the dip?

Our writer examines why the easyJet share price dipped after a recent good run and whether it presents a buying…

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As the BT share price jumps 6%, is it time to buy?

The BT share price has made a good start to the day as the telecoms giant beat first-half expectations. Is…

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Is the Shell share price just getting started?

As the Shell share price rises on a positive update, Paul Summers considers whether the stock can continue is stellar…

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2 falling FTSE 100 stocks investors should consider buying!

With so much market volatility, this Fool explains why buying these falling FTSE 100 stocks now could be a shrewd…

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Which is better value, the AstraZeneca or GSK share price?

The GSK share price has fallen behind in the past few years. But do Q3 earnings mean we should expect…

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Time for me to buy more as the BP share price dips on Q3 results?

The BP share price fell as Q3 results missed net income forecasts, but it operates in a bullish trading space…

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This beaten-down FTSE 250 growth stock just jumped 25%. Time to buy?

Growth investors haven't really had much to shout about in 2023. But could this FTSE-leading share price spike change all…

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The downtrodden Pearson share price is on the way up. Time to buy?

With earnings growth and cash flow looking better, I wonder if the Pearson share price could be set for a…

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At 449p, is the Glencore share price a no-brainer for dividends?

The Glencore share price has been under pressure this year. But the miner's latest production numbers look solid. So should…

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The beaten-down NatWest share price just fell 10%. Is it a top contrarian buy now?

The NatWest share price fall just got worse, as Q3 figures disappointed. But might it just make it party time…

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This FTSE 250 stock looks too cheap 

A dividend yielding over 5% and earnings growth ahead means this FTSE 250 stock might have been oversold in the…

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Do Unilever share price falls make this a great value FTSE 100 buy right now?

What should we do when a long-term cash-cow stock falls out of favour? That's what I'm asking about the Unilever…

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1 stock in the FTSE 100 that looks like a bargain hiding in plain sight

This cheap-looking FTSE 100 stock has an anticipated dividend yield around 6% and City analysts expect growth in earnings ahead.

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Here’s why Fresnillo could be an overlooked FTSE 100 value stock right now

Value stocks can often be hidden from view by short-term ups and downs. And this candidate looks expensive in the…

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This fallen FTSE 100 darling could be one of the best shares to buy right now

Which are the best shares to buy as we approach the end of 2023 and a new year? I put…

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Is the Lloyds share price doomed?

A strong third-quarter trading update from Lloyds Banking Group has failed to lift the share price and here’s why that…

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Is Bunzl an overlooked dividend stock to consider now?

FTSE 100 dividend stock Bunzl has been growing its shareholder payment at a compound annual growth rate of an attractive…

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Down 14%! Is Softcat stock a buy-the-dip bargain on the FTSE 250?

This FTSE 250 growth stock plunged 14% in the market today after posting its annual results. What caused this massive…

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The Barclays share price drops on results day, but is the stock a buy?

For income-hunting investors, does the 7.4% anticipated dividend yield justify ignoring the recent Barclays share price decline?

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Why is the FTSE 100 down this week?

Why is the FTSE 100 up this week? Why is the FTSE 100 down this week? It gets asked all…

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Why the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) share price has been soaring

Despite strong progress already, the clever business behind InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) could drive the share price higher. 

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Is a 12% drop in the Rightmove share price the cue for investors to start buying?

The Rightmove share price is under pressure as news of tougher competition is emerging. But Stephen Wright doesn’t think investors…

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Is the Deliveroo share price heading back up to 200p?

The Deliveroo share price has been creeping up in anticipation of earnings ahead. Can the business and stock momentum continue?

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Will GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Wegovy hurt UK stocks?

The use of weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic could have implications for a range of industries. Could UK stocks…

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Are Barratt Developments shares a falling knife?

After another disappointing trading update, Andrew Mackie assesses whether Barratt Developments' shares are a buy for his ISA portfolio.

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The Whitbread share price is on a roll. I think there’s more to come

Outperforming the FTSE 100 in 2023, the Whitbread share price is recovering. Paul Summers takes a look at its half-year…

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3 FTSE 100 shares that have tanked…but should bounce back!

Over the last six months, these FTSE 100 stocks have fallen between 21% and 32%. Edward Sheldon expects them to…

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Is Bellway a dividend stock worth buying?

This housebuilding company could be a dividend stock worth buying if the business can hold firm through the sector downturn.

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