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The GlaxoSmithKline share price leaps on good results. Time to sell?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The GlaxoSmithKline share price has been strong since late February and GSK's latest results were good. Should I sell into…

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Personal Finance

Inheritance Tax remains the same in Autumn Budget – here’s how to avoid paying it

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

There was no change to Inheritance Tax (IHT) in the Autumn Budget. But you can still plan to pay less…

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Why I think the easyJet (LON:EZJ) share price will climb by Christmas

| Alan Oscroft

The easyJet (LON: EZJ) share price has slumped since its summer peak. Here's why I think it could end the…

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Personal Finance

What the Autumn Budget and inflation mean for living costs

| Jennifer Laird

Following the Autumn Budget announcement, here's how the changes may affect living costs – and why inflation could be cause…

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Personal Finance

Green gas levy to hit household bills! Will it affect you?

| Ruby Layram

The new green gas levy will launch this autumn, and it could increase your household bills by £170 each year!…

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Personal Finance

Are you (still) watching? This Netflix trick can help boost your credit score!

| Diana Bocco

There are a lot of upsides to paying for subscriptions and services using a credit card. Improving a poor credit…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks to buy before November

| Paul Summers

Next month brings updates from many FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) constituents. Paul Summers has picked out three stocks he's bullish on.

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How I’d target £100 a week in passive income from UK dividend shares

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains in detail how he would seek to generate £100 each week in passive income by investing in…

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A ‘no-brainer’ FTSE 250 stock I’d buy today

| Stuart Blair

This FTSE 250 stock has seen excellent revenue and profit growth, its latest trading update showed. Should I add more…

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Should I buy shares in Royal Dutch Shell (LON: RDSB) now?

| Kevin Godbold

Shell is in a state of flux as it aims to transition to the requirements of the new, greener world.…

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Why I’d buy Lloyds shares right now

| Christopher Ruane

After the bank raised full-year guidance today, Christopher Ruane explains why he would happily buy more Lloyds shares for his…

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The BT share price vs the Royal Mail share price: which ‘cheap’ FTSE 100 stock would I buy?

| Stuart Blair

Both the BT share price and the RMG share price have fallen significantly over the past month. Is this the…

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2 tips from Warren Buffett to help me try and become an ISA millionaire

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith takes a look at some quotes from legendary investor Warren Buffett, to help him take the right steps…

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This is why I’ve changed my mind on IAG’s share price!

| Royston Wild

The IAG share price continues to slump as concerns over the aviation sector recovery grow. Does this represent a decent…

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How I’d use £1,000 to make passive income from renewable energy stocks

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith explains how he'd filter for companies that are renewable energy stocks but that also offer dividend payouts.

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Personal Finance

130k Londoners are facing a fine of £12.50 per day for driving older cars!

| Sean LaPointe

Find out why drivers of older vehicles in central London are facing a charge of £12.50 per day and how…

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Lloyds (LON:LLOY) profits surge: bank upgrades forecasts

| Roland Head

The Lloyds share price is rising after the bank issued a strong set of Q3 results. Roland Head takes a…

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3 UK dividend stocks to buy for passive income

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in dividend stocks can be a great way to generate passive income. Here, Ed Sheldon highlights three UK stocks…

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Personal Finance

Budget 2021: what the fuel duty freeze means for motorists

| Sean LaPointe

Rishi Sunak has confirmed in his Autumn Budget that fuel duty will remain frozen at 57.95p per litre. Here is…

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Personal Finance

These are the cheapest (and most expensive) areas for car insurance in the UK

| Sean LaPointe

Car insurance costs in the UK vary widely from one postcode to the next. Here are the cheapest and most…

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Admiral shares slumped 5.5% yesterday. Here’s why I’d buy this dividend star now

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith looks into the slump in Admiral shares yesterday, but thinks it presents a good buying opportunity with a…

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Is the 6.9% yield on the Vodafone share price safe?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he thinks the 6.9% yield on the Vodafone share price could be at risk, considering upcoming…

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3 penny stocks I’m thinking of buying in November

| Royston Wild

There are plenty of top-quality, low-cost UK shares for investors like me to choose from. Here are three that I…

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My top renewable energy stocks for 2022 and beyond

| Rupert Hargreaves

As the green energy revolution gains traction, this Fool highlights his favourite renewable energy stocks for 2022 and the years…

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2 FTSE 100 shares to buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why these FTSE 100 Investments are some of his favourite shares to buy considering their valuations and…

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UK bank stocks are looking cheap

| G A Chester

The big FTSE 100 bank stocks appear cheaply rated on several valuation measures.

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Personal Finance

Autumn Budget: Government ‘willing to act on inflation’. What will this mean for mortgages and savings?

| Karl Talbot

Rishi Sunak used his Autumn Budget to announce that he is keen to tackle rising inflation. So what does the…

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Stocks that rallied after the UK budget 

| Manika Premsingh

The UK budget did surprisingly little to move stock markets today. But there were some segments of both the FTSE…

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UK stocks that could rally after the budget

| Manika Premsingh

The UK budget has given a fillip to a number of stocks, especially those closely connected to the consumption economy.…

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Personal Finance

Budget 2021: what do the Universal Credit rule changes mean for me?

| Alice Guy (FCA)

The Autumn Budget announcement of a reduced Universal Credit taper means that low-income families can keep more of their cash.…

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Personal Finance

Autumn Budget: will it cost me more or less to fly?

| Katie Royals

Will the chancellor's Autumn Budget announcement mean taking a flight costs you more or less? Katie Royals takes a look…

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Is now the time to buy green shares?

| Christopher Ruane

With a surge in ESG investing, is now the right time to invest in green shares? Our writer explains his…

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Why I’m tempted to buy GlaxoSmithKline (LON: GSK) stock now, after all these years!

| Kevin Godbold

I reckon GlaxoSmithKline's (LON: GSK) new focus on R&D-driven healthcare could build value for shareholders in the years to come.

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UK’s inflation problem just got bigger. Here are stocks I’d buy

| Manika Premsingh

The UK budget revealed that inflation is forecast to be uncomfortably higher next year, though there is a silver lining. 

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The Wetherspoon share price just got a budget boost. Should I buy?

| Alan Oscroft

After a weak second half to 2021, the JD Wetherspoon (LON: JDW) share price has been boosted by a budget…

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Will the falling easyJet share price keep falling?

| Christopher Ruane

The easyJet share price has been on a downward trajectory in recent months. Our writer considers whether it will keep…

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Personal Finance

Budget 2021 announces 180k affordable homes: what does this mean for first-time buyers?

| Alice Guy (FCA)

What difference will Rishi Sunak's Autumn Budget announcement of 180k new affordable homes make for first time buyers? Alice Guy…

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3 top UK shares to buy in 2021 and hold for the next decade

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

While hunting for UK shares to buy for my long-term portfolio, these three stand out for their global presence and…

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How I’d start investing in UK shares with just £100

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane reckons it is possible to start investing in UK shares with as little as £100. Here he explains…

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Personal Finance

Rishi’s 5-step Autumn Budget booze reform plan

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has revealed his five-step alcohol tax reform plan in the Autumn Budget. Here’s what’s changing for booze…

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