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Here’s how I’m dealing with falling share prices today

| Alan Oscroft

What should I do about falling share prices today? Should I sell and protect my downside, or buy more while…

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The Polymetal share price just touched all-time lows. Here’s what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

Can the Polymetal share price rise from here?

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How I’m following Warren Buffett as I aim to build a £1m portfolio

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves outlines the strategy he would use to try and replicate Warren Buffett's success over the next couple of…

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Stocks and shares ISA warning: think twice before withdrawing shares right now

| Karl Talbot

If you invest in a stocks and shares ISA, then there are two things to take into account before you…

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I’m buying these 2 dirt-cheap shares for my income portfolio

| Cliff D'Arcy

Since Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February, markets have been volatile for two weeks. Even so, I'm buying these two…

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Is it too late to buy shares? (Spoiler alert: NO!)

| Sam Robson

Some investors, new and experienced alike, are probably choosing to sit on the sidelines - keeping their powder dry -…

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How I’d invest a £20,000 ISA to generate passive income for life

| Christopher Ruane

With £20,000 to invest in an ISA today, our writer explains how he would try to set up passive income…

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Stock market correction: is this cheap UK share still a safe buy?

| Finlay Blair

Despite a stock market correction, there are still many opportunities to be had. I’m looking at this cheap and stable…

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Personal Finance

Got a credit card? Rule changes are coming – take action NOW to avoid failed payments

| Karl Talbot

Credit card rule changes are just around the corner. So, if you regularly use plastic to make online payments, now's…

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Amazon credit cards to be axed: here are other ways to earn cashback at Amazon

| Karl Talbot

Amazon credit cards are set to be axed. So, if you're an Amazon shopper, here's how to continue earning points…

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The Wizz Air share price just jumped 10%! Is it still a bargain?

| Dr. James Fox

The Wizz Air share price is down 50% over the last year, but I think there’s still plenty of headwind…

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An inflation-busting FTSE 100 income stock with growth potential too

| Andrew Mackie

As inflation erodes cash savings, Andrew Mackie explores the best FTSE 100 income stock for his portfolio.

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Stock market news: 5 ways top investors are safeguarding their wealth

| Victor Garrett

With high levels of uncertainty in the stock market and no signs that things are going to cool, here are…

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Watch out! Rising fuel prices could soon affect the cost of living

| Ruby Layram

Rising fuel prices could soon affect more than just running your car! Here's how price rises could affect the cost…

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A disappointing time for savers! The expected base rate rise isn’t all that it seems

| Ruby Layram

Experts have warned savers not to get their hopes up about next week's expected base rate rise. Here's why savers…

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Why the Pearson share price just jumped 20%

| Alan Oscroft

After years of weakness, the Pearson (LON: PSON) share price has climbed 20% on the back of bid speculation. But…

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Revealed! The spots where house asking prices have risen the most

| Sean LaPointe

The UK property market has boomed over the past year. Here's a look at the postcodes where house prices have…

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The Boohoo share price was up 13% yesterday! Here’s why

| Andrew Woods

After a trading update containing positive sales news, is the bBohoo share price becoming increasingly attractive?

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Why Anglo American and Shell are up today, and Polymetal is down

| Alan Oscroft

The Polymetal (LON: POLY) share price is falling further. But others in the commodities business are benefiting from the Russian…

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Here’s why NIO shares fell 11% yesterday

| Dylan Hood

Dylan Hood takes a closer look at why NIO shares sank a further 11% yesterday. He also assesses whether now…

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How I’d earn passive income from a Stocks and Shares ISA with £5 a day

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how he would set up passive income streams by investing £5 a day in a Stocks and…

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This UK dividend share has raised its payout for 54 years in a row!

| Christopher Ruane

With over half a century of annual dividend increases, should our writer buy this UK dividend share for his portfolio?

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With oil near its all-time high, is the BP share price set to soar?

| Stuart Blair

The BP share price is still down around 30% from its pre-pandemic price. With the price of oil soaring, can…

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6 of the best penny stocks to buy today!

| Royston Wild

I'm on a quest to find the best penny stocks to buy following recent stock market volatility. Here are several…

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Can I use Warren Buffett’s recent stock picks to boost my retirement pot?

| Fergus Mackintosh

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has been busy buying in recent months. Is there value to be had from following its…

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Personal Finance

Job titles with the most expensive car insurance: is yours on the list?

| Sean LaPointe

Wondering which professions pay most for car insurance? Here's a look at the most expensive job titles and how you…

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A top investment trust I’d buy for passive income

| Rupert Hargreaves

This investment trust has fantastic income and growth credentials for the years ahead, says this Fool, who would buy it…

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Brits’ most common reasons for seeking financial advice revealed

| Sean LaPointe

A new study has revealed the main reasons for seeking financial advice among men and women. Sean Lapointe explores what…

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After falling 70%, I’d buy this FTSE 250 stock

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 250 company looks dirt cheap after recent falls, although there are plenty of risks that could hurt the…

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Evraz share price frozen: what investors need to know

| Alan Oscroft

Roman Abramovich has been sanctioned by the UK government, and the Evraz share price is frozen. What does it mean…

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4 Warren Buffett tips I’m following to buy UK stocks before the ISA deadline

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he's planning to buy UK stocks for his Stocks and Shares ISA in March, despite uncertain…

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3 UK shares to buy and hold until 2027!

| Royston Wild

I'm on the hunt for the best UK shares to buy after recent market volatility. Here are three I think…

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Don’t slip up! 5 ways to breeze through the end of the tax year

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

The end of the tax year is less than a month away. Here are some tips and things to check…

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How to spring clean your personal finances in 2022

| Ruby Layram

March is here, which means that now is the perfect time to have a spring clean! Here's how to sort…

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5 pension mistakes that could hit your retirement income

| Alice Guy (FCA)

Are you on the right track with your pension? Or are you making one of these five common mistakes? If…

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The FTSE 100 is volatile right now: when will calm return to the stock market?

| Karl Talbot

The FTSE 100 is very unpredictable right now. Here's a look at what's causing the uncertainty and when calm might…

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Value trap companies! 4 red flags to look for

| Christopher Ruane

Value trap companies can cost an investor dearly. Our writer explains what he does to try to avoid buying them…

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I’m prepared for a stock market crash. Here’s why and how

| Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh discusses a possible stock market crash, not fear-monger, but rather to plan investing scenarios. 

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2 of the best penny stocks to buy right now!

| Royston Wild

I think these two cheap UK shares could be among the best penny stocks for me to buy at the…

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Can this medical device giant provide me with passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stock represents a great passive income buy for my portfolio, and is trading at a discount following…

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