Alan Oscroft, Author at The Motley Fool UK

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3 FTSE 250 stocks to watch in October

25 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

Here are three FTSE 250 companies with updates due in October. I expect results to be solid, but I'll be…

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These FTSE 100 share buybacks are making me think of buying

25 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

After a tough year in 2020, FTSE 100 share buybacks are soaring in 2021. Are these companies right to buy…

FTSE 100: the week in review

24 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 has had an erratic week, with the aviation business gaining ground on renewed flying optimism. And we…

The BP share price: a top FTSE 100 bargain?

24 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The BP share price has been rising since its 2020 slump. I examine the rebased shares and dividends to decide…

What’s happening to the Amigo share price?

24 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Amigo share price has had a rocky ride in 2021. But bankruptcy fears are receding, and the shares are…

As the Tesco share price climb continues, where will it end the year?

23 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

I see conflicting pressures on the Tesco share price (LON: TSCO) in the coming months. Here's why I'm optimistic about…

The GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) share price is falling, and I’m thinking of buying

23 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The GlaxoSmithKline (LON: GSK) share price has gone nowhere in five years, while AZN shares have soared. Here's why I'm…

As the Rolls-Royce share price leads the FTSE 100, is it time to buy?

23 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Rolls-Royce (LON: RR) share price is beating the rest of the FTSE 100 in a very good week for…

Royal Mail reports big revenue jump, beating 2019 levels

23 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

Royal Mail Group reports strong domestic parcels revenue growth compared to pre-pandemic 2019, ahead of interim results due in November.

The BT share price has crashed 20% since June. I smell a buying opportunity

22 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

After a good start to 2021, the BT share price has slumped. But a small uptick in recent days makes…

The IAG share price has climbed 20%. Is there a lot more to come?

22 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price has leapt by 20% in a week, on the back of some healthy financial news. Is…

After the Entain share price jumps 25%, is it too late to buy?

22 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Entain share price soared on Monday on takeover rumours. And it climbed further Tuesday after confirmation of the bid…

As the FTSE 100 regains ground, here are Tuesday’s biggest movers

21 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

Monday's FTSE 100 loss is reversed on Tuesday, as the top London index gains ground on a day dominated by…

Is the ASOS share price set for a new bull run?

21 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The ASOS share price (LON: ASC) has lost a third of its value in 2021. But it's started to blip…

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Why did the Prudential share price crash?

21 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Prudential (LON: PRU) share price suffered the FTSE 100's biggest fall on Monday, crashing 8%. But it's picking up…

Why is the AstraZeneca (LON: AZN) share price climbing?

21 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The AstraZeneca share price (LON: AZN) had started to slip back a bit. But a big jump on Monday has…

Monday’s biggest FTSE 100 movers, after markets fell

20 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 fell on Monday, to its lowest level since July. For long-term investors, that could mean some buying…

What’s happening to the Aviva share price?

20 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Aviva share price has gained in 2021, but the stock is still on a low valuation and pays big…

Why is the Barclays (LON: BARC) share price falling?

20 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Barclays share price has had a strong two-year run. So why is it dipping this week, and are we…

The best FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy now

19 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

Here's why I think we're still in a great time for locking in top FTSE 100 dividend yields. And I…

Where will the easyJet share price go next?

17 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

After the latest easyJet (LON: EZJ) share price crash, will we now finally see a sustainable recovery in the airline…

Up 45% since IPO, is this one of the best UK stocks to buy now?

15 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

This stock has soared since its March IPO, but it's fallen back a bit this month. Is it one of…

Is this more bad news for the IAG share price? Or is it time to buy?

15 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The IAG share price has been sliding since March amid growing uncertainty surrounding the aviation recovery. Should I buy while…

Redrow profits more than double on booming house sales

15 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

Although not yet back to pre-pandemic 2019 levels, Redrow sees house sales easily beating 2020 lockdown numbers. And the dividend's…

Should I buy Cineworld shares (LON:CINE) before it’s too late?

14 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Cineworld share price (LON:CINE) has fallen from its 2021 peak, but it is showing some resilience. What will the…

Which is better, the ASOS or Boohoo share price?

14 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Boohoo share price (LON:BOO) has been slipping back, along with ASOS (LON:ASC). Does that give me buying opportunities?

The Tern (LON: TERN) share price is dipping. Is it a growth stock to buy now?

14 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Tern (LON: TERN) share price has soared in 2021 after going nowhere for years. Are profits near, and should…

JD Sports profits soar on record H1 results

14 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

JD Sports (LON: JD) posts bumper first-half profits thanks to lockdown, but keeps the dividend on hold for the time…

Rolls-Royce in £189m asset sale to boost balance sheet

13 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

Rolls-Royce takes another step towards its target of generating £2bn from disposals, as it aims to rebuild its balance sheet.

Here’s what you need to know about the Lloyds share price

12 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

What's been happening to the Lloyds shares price (LON: LLOY), and what's coming next? Here's my summary, and my take…

The best FTSE 100 shares to buy as the market slides

9 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 is looking a bit wobbly, and I can see possible further weakness ahead. But when shares are…

The easyJet share price crashes after rights issue news. Is it time to buy?

9 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

News of a fresh rights issue sends the easyJet share price tumbling after the airline rejects a takeover bid. Here's…

Could this rumoured merger send the Harbour Energy share price flying again?

8 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Harbour Energy share price blipped upwards briefly in response to rumours, but it dropped back quickly. So what's going…

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FY results: where will the Dunelm share price go next?

8 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

The Dunelm share price soared during lockdown. Now the dividend has been restored it's a big special one after none…

The best UK dividend stocks to buy now

8 September, 2021 | Alan Oscroft

I'm looking for the best UK dividend stocks to buy while there are still plenty of low-priced shares around. Here's…