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These are the FTSE 100’s 5 biggest flops in a month

The FTSE 100 is up 1.6% over the past month. Meanwhile, the share prices of these five Footsie flops have…

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Down 11%, a brilliant FTSE 250 growth stock I’d buy on the dip!

I think Games Workshop shares are a brilliant dip buy following last week's slump. Here's why it's one of my…

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After a strong first half, this is one of my top FTSE 100 stocks to buy for 2024

I'm looking for FTSE stocks to buy as we get close to 2024. This one, with a healthy outlook for…

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This FTSE 100 share price just jumped 15%. Is it one of the best buys for 2024?

We're all thinking about the best FTSE shares to buy for 2024, right? I know I am, and this one…

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The DS Smith Group share price is down, but is the FTSE 100 firm a good investment now?

A low-looking valuation and decent forward-looking prospects make the fallen DS Smith Group share price look attractive to me.

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The Games Workshop share price is down 10% today! What’s the story?

Jon Smith takes a closer look at the just-out trading update that's causing the Games Workshop share price to drop…

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The British American Tobacco share price has plummeted 6%! Is this a rare chance to buy?

The British American Tobacco share price took a hit as its full-year update failed to meet investor expectations. But is…

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What’s on the cards for the BT share price in 2024?

After a turbulent few years, could the BT share price experience a better year ahead and how? This Fool investigates.

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Is the British American Tobacco (BAT) share price NOW too cheap to miss?

The BAT share price has sunk again after another chilly market update. But is the company now a brilliant bargain…

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This FTSE 100 stock could continue to soar but it still looks undervalued!

Our writer explains why she thinks this FTSE 100 stock looks attractive despite its share price rising, thanks to its…

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UK shares could soar in 2024! Time to buy the dip now?

This Fool takes a closer look at whether it would be shrewd to snap up cheaper UK shares ahead of…

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Dr. Martens: is this collapsing FTSE 250 stock now a contrarian buy?

Shares of this well-known FTSE 250 firm just dropped to a record low following a poorly received report. Is this…

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Up 20% in November! Is the Rolls-Royce share price just getting started?

The Rolls-Royce share price was up again today after the firm released some bullish mid-term targets. Is £3 now on…

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Is buying one of the best performing FTSE 100 stocks in 2023 wise right now?

Volatility has hurt many FTSE 100 stocks. Is one of the better performing shares on the UK’s premier index a…

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Is the easyJet share price set to soar in 2024?

The easyJet share price is lower today than in the 2020 stock market crash. Can that be right? Might it…

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I can’t believe how far these FTSE 100 shares have fallen!

While the FTSE 100 is up 0.7% over six months, these five Footsie flops have collapsed 26% to 40%. But…

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors have been buying Vodafone shares and Nvidia stock

Vodafone shares were the most bought among Hargreaves Lansdown investors last week, closely followed by Nvidia. Dr James Fox explores…

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The Diageo share price continues to fall! Time to buy the dip?

Why has the Diageo share price been struggling? Does its recent descent present a buying opportunity? Our writer investigates.

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Up 5%, does the Rightmove share price make it one of the best stocks to buy now?

Results and trading updates can help us find the best stocks to buy. And Rightmove shares have just gained after…

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Up over 5% in one day! Should I buy this recovering FTSE 100 stock? 

This FTSE 100 stock is shooting higher today on a positive trading update. But can this big-cap keep rising in…

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These are the dogs of the FTSE over 12 months

The FTSE 100 has added a mere 0.2% over the past year. Meanwhile, these five struggling Footsie shares have crashed…

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Is the soaring Shell share price an opportunity, or am I too late to the party?

As the Shell share price hits all-time highs, our writer wants to know if she can still buy shares and…

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With an 8.6% dividend, is the Legal & General share price set for a 2024 surge?

The Legal & General share price is down in 2023, along with its insurance peers. But the underlying business looks…

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One UK stock with a growth agenda worth considering now

To this writer, this UK stock ‘smells’ like a potential multi-bagger in the coming years. But can it deliver from…

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Ashtead shares fall after a profit warning! Time to buy the dip?

After a trading update a few days ago, Ashtead (LSE: AHT) shares dipped. Is this the opportunity our writer has…

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This is one of my top FTSE 100 growth stocks to consider buying today

We're getting lots of news from FTSE 100 stocks right now. But who says the top index is only for…

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Earnings: is Virgin Money UK a dividend stock to buy or a value trap?

An acceptable set of full-year results and a positive outlook make this dividend stock worth consideration by adventurous investors.

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Should I buy FTSE 250 stock FirstGroup in 2024?

This FTSE 250 high-flyer just posted a solid set of results for the first half of the year and management…

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These shares are set to leave the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250!

Every quarter, some shares get promoted to the FTSE 100, while others get relegated to the FTSE 250. Here's what…

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As the Sage share price jumps 10%, is there still time to buy?

The Sage share price is one of the big FTSE 100 winners of the past five years. And we just…

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Earnings: is it time to buy FTSE 250 stock Britvic?

This dividend-paying FTSE 250 business plans an “exciting” programme of marketing and innovation launches to further its growth.

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This FTSE 100 stock still looks like a horrible value trap to me

Shares in FTSE 100 DIY giant Kingfisher tumble as the company warns on profit for a second time in three…

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1 dividend-growing stock I’d tuck away in my SIPP without hesitation

Constant reinvestment into the business is producing steady growth and this stock is worth consideration for my long-term SIPP.

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This amazing dividend income stock just keeps on giving

I don’t own this dividend income stock but the recent interim results have got me scratching my head and wondering…

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Is this a rare UK stock to buy for growth and quality right now?

Why this proven business is a good candidate to consider as a stock to buy for potential multi-year earnings growth…

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Does the Compass share price make it a hidden FTSE 100 gem?

Revenue, earnings, cash, and dividends all grew strongly in 2023, but the Compass share price dipped on the news. Funny…

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Earnings: is it time to buy shares in this impressive FTSE 100 grower?

Strong results and a structural growth opportunity ahead put this top-performing FTSE 100 company on my radar now.

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Why the Scottish Mortgage share price is up 11% in November

Ben McPoland takes a look at some developments that have pushed the Scottish Mortgage share price up in double-digits this…

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Could Rolls-Royce shares climb 2x again?

Considering where Rolls-Royce shares were a couple of years ago, it’s remarkable I’m wondering if they could double once more!

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1 big-cap company to consider now for a Stocks and Shares ISA

This company could offer a Stocks and Shares ISA strong operational growth led by a refreshed management team and a…

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