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$3.5bn buyback boosts the Shell share price. Time to buy?

Does the Shell share price make it look like a cash-cow bargain right now? That could depend a lot on…

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As the Persimmon share price barely moves on positive trading, is the market missing a chance?

How much longer will the Persimmon share price remain depressed? This latest update suggests things are looking up this year.

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Genus rockets 27% in the FTSE 250! Should I buy this UK stock?

Our writer has had this under-the-radar UK stock on his watchlist for a few months now. Why did it suddenly…

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As the GSK share price bounces back, Q1 results raise hopes for more to come

The GSK share price took a dive in response to US import tariffs, but the company says it should be…

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Here’s why the Smith & Nephew share price jumped 7% in the FTSE 100 today!

The Smith & Nephew share price was marching higher today, topping the Footsie index in the process. Is this cheap…

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The Taylor Wimpey share price reacts to the group’s latest trading update

Our writer looks at how the Taylor Wimpey share price responded following the release of the housebuilder’s update for the…

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Here’s why the AstraZeneca share price dipped 3.7% in the FTSE 100 today

Despite AstraZeneca’s falling share price today, this writer believes the London-listed pharmaceutical giant could be worth a closer look.

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Are Associated British Food shares now one of the FTSE 100’s greatest bargains?

Associated British Food (ABF) shares have slumped on news of tough retail conditions. Is the FTSE 100 stock now too…

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As H1 results send the Associated British Foods (ABF) share price down 8%, is it time to buy?

This blip in the ABF share price on interim results day might be just the buying opportunity that patient long-term…

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Will these Q1 results mark the turning point for the BP share price?

BP's low-carbon aims were not a success for the share price. But we're at the start of a strategic reversal…

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The HSBC share price dip pushes the dividend to 6.1%. Here’s what Q1 earnings say

The HSBC share price has wobbled in the aftermath of the escalating US-China tariff war. Can Q1 results help settle…

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1 cheap FTSE 100 growth stock for investors to consider

Shares in this FTSE 100 stock have tumbled over the last year. But is all the bad news priced in…

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$1bn a day! This S&P 500 share still looks like a stock market bargain after Q1 earnings

The owner of Google and YouTube just announced strong results to the stock market, including another massive $70bn share buyback.

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Gold prices soar while the Fresnillo share price slumps. What gives?

With a gold bull market in full swing, this Fool argues that the falling Fresnillo share price may not remain…

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Why isn’t the Tesla share price crashing after Q1 earnings?

Our writer digs into a few reasons why the Tesla share price is set to rise rather than nosedive following…

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Here’s my preview for Tesla stock, down 5.75% yesterday, with earnings due today

With the quarterly earnings due out today, Jon Smith runs through three key points that he's watching out for that…

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As the Sainsbury share price bucks the price-war trend on FY results, I examine the dividend prospects

The J Sainsbury share price has been regaining ground, despite growing fears of intense competition in the supermarket sector.

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After collapsing 28% today, are Bunzl shares too cheap to ignore?

A poor trading statement has sent Bunzl shares to multi-year lows. Could now be a good time to consider investing…

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As WH Smith shares rise despite its H1 loss, I still think they’re good value

Shares in retail companies have been having a tough time recently, but does the latest FTSE 250 stock to report…

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Here’s why the B&M share price just jumped 5%

The B&M share price has had a tough 12 months. But the latest upbeat year-end trading update makes me think…

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Are Tesco shares a screaming buy after sinking to 9-month lows?

Tesco shares continue to experience price weakness as signs of mounting competition grow. But is it now too cheap to…

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The JD Sports share price is up 10% on today’s upbeat results but still dirt cheap with a P/E of just 5.2!

Harvey Jones is thrilled to see the JD Sports Fashion share price rocket following an impressive set of results given…

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10 FTSE shares falling today after President Trump’s tariffs bombshell!

Our writer explains why JD Sports Fashion from the FTSE 100 and a diverse bunch of other UK stocks are…

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Down 11% today, is this FTSE 250 share NOW a top dip buy?

This FTSE 250 share has lost around a fifth of its value during the last 12 months. Is it now…

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What’s happening to the Lloyds share price?

The Lloyds Bank share price has gained 31% in the past 12 months, but it could be facing its sternest…

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Down 13% in the FTSE 250! Why did Pets at Home stock sell off today?

Our writer looks at the worst-performing stock in the FTSE 250 today to see what has gone wrong and whether…

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Up 46% in a fortnight! Is this soaring ex-penny stock still a FTSE gem at 59p?

SRT Marine Systems (LON:SRT) has been one of the very best FTSE small-cap stocks to own after surging 132% in…

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This FTSE 100 fashion icon just broke the £1bn profit ceiling! What’s next?

FTSE 100 fashion retailer Next posted £1bn annual profit in this morning's results. In light of recent trade tariffs, is…

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Record £1bn profit gives the Next share price a boost. Is it still cheap?

The Next share price has been soaring ahead of sector rivals, and the latest full-year results might just give us…

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An activist thinks the Smiths Group share price is too low. These first-half results might show why

The Smiths Group share price has had a solid five years, and City analysts are predicting yet more years of…

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As the Kingfisher share price falls 12% on FY results, is it too cheap to ignore?

The economic pinch is pressuring big-ticket DIY sales, but the Kingfisher share price might just have fallen too far on…

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Down 11% in a day, this FTSE 250 stock is a buy for me

As shares in JD Wetherspoon fall 11% despite like-for-like sales growing 5%, Stephen Wright is looking to keep buying the…

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The Prudential share price continues its recovery after 2024 profits rise 10%. Where’s it heading this year?

Mark Hartley considers the investment case for Prudential after positive 2024 full-year results could prompt further share price growth in…

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Up 12% today, here’s a great FTSE 250 growth share to consider!

Softcat's share price is soaring following a blockbuster first-half trading announcement. Here's why the FTSE 250 share is worth a…

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The M&G share price soars 5% as it raises its dividend outlook despite £1.9bn in outflows

The M&G share price was given a boost this morning after its full-year results revealed a progressive dividend policy. Our…

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Here’s why the Tesco share price has dropped 18% in a month!

Tesco's share price has lost nearly a fifth of its value since mid-February. Is this FTSE 100 dividend stock now…

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Time for a Berkeley Group share price recovery as FY guidance is confirmed?

After slumping in 2024, investors will want to see better from the Berkeley Group Holdings share price. Here's what the…

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The Legal & General share price reacts to the group’s 2024 results

The Legal & General share price didn’t move much following the announcement of the company’s latest results. Our writer takes…

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A P/E ratio of 4 or 23? I’m not sure what to make of this FTSE 250 stock

Shares in Just Group plunged today (7 March), after the FTSE 250 retirement products specialist reported its 2024 results. Our…

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Why did this high-flying FTSE 250 stock just fall 15%?

Profit doubled sooner than expected, but this FTSE 250 share price slumped after a cracking five years. Confused? Here's what…

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