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As the BT share price slumps on H1 results, should I buy for big dividends?

Just when I thought the BT Group share price could be set for a new bullish run, the telecoms giant…

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After H1 earnings, is the Wizz Air share price set for a comeback?

With passenger numbers starting to improve, could the airline’s latest trading update mark the start of a turnaround for the…

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Marks and Spencer shares smash through 400p. Is there more to come?

Marks and Spencer shares leap higher following a very encouraging set of half-year numbers. Our writer looks at whether this…

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Is it madness to buy Palantir shares after Q3 earnings?

Palantir stock's surging again after the firm's Q3 earnings report. But after a 150% gain, is it too late to…

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Amazon stock shoots higher after earnings! Here’s what I think happens next

Jon Smith explains why Amazon stock has jumped following the latest results and why the outlook could keep the rally…

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In 1 word, here’s why the Amazon share price is rising after Q3 earnings

As revenues grow 11%, the Amazon share price is on the up. But Stephen Wright thinks that's only part of…

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After crashing 13% in a day, is Smith & Nephew now a ‘no-brainer’ value stock?

This FTSE 100 share plunged today, leaving our writer to wonder if there's an enticing value stock staring him right…

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Can this Q3 update get the Smith & Nephew share price moving again?

After a few tough years blighted by the pandemic, the outlook might be getting a bit brighter for the Smith…

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Coca-Cola HBC: a top UK stock I’m buying after a very strong Q3

Coca-Cola HBC (LON:CCH) is a UK stock on the move today. This writer digs into the FTSE 100 firm's Q3…

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As Q3 results give the Standard Chartered share price a boost, should I buy?

The Standard Chartered share price has had a terrific 12 months, and it's passed under my radar. It might be…

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Should I buy GSK shares at £14 after the Q3 trading update?

This writer thinks GSK shares appear very cheap after the Q3 results, making him wonder if now's the time for…

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As the Pearson share price gets a Q3 boost, should I buy?

The Pearson share price has been having a good run in 2024 so far. And the company's Q3 performance is…

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This FTSE 250 stock is up 10% today! Here’s why I think there’s further to go

Jon Smith explains why a FTSE 250 stock is flying higher today and outlines why the growth forecast could propel…

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This FTSE 250 stock crashed 21% in an hour! Could this be a buying opportunity for me?

With an eye to the future, our writer considers whether now’s a good time to buy into a FTSE 250…

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NatWest shares jump 5% as the bank increases performance forecasts on the back of positive Q3 results

NatWest, the UK’s fourth-largest bank, has made a spectacular recovery this year and looks on track to continue as Q3…

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After a strong 9 months, can RELX continue to crush the FTSE 100 till 2030?

Our writer thinks it's finally time for him to buy this FTSE 100 tech stock, especially after today's upbeat trading…

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The Unilever share price rises on good results, but is the stock a decent investment now?

With underlying sales up 4.5% in another positive quarter, does the Unilever share price offer value for a long-term hold?

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Does this news mean the London Stock Exchange Group share price is cheap?

The London Stock Exchange Group share price has been climbing. But a careful look at the valuation is a necessity…

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Barclays’ share price nears 9-year high after positive Q3 results. What’s the forecast looking ahead?

Barclays came out swinging today with excellent Q3 results. I’m looking to see what it all means for the share…

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Credit where credit’s due — the Tesla share price is soaring after Q3 earnings

The Tesla share price is climbing on news that regulatory credits are continuing to boost the company’s profits. But has…

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With the Lloyds share price steady on third-quarter results day, should I buy the stock?

Despite negative figures, an upbeat assessment from the chief executive may mean progress ahead for the Lloyds share price.

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Does this news mean a fresh start for the Barratt Redrow share price?

The Barratt Redrow share price has fallen since the two companies merged in August. But might this latest update change…

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After solid Q3 results, is the Rentokil Initial share price an opportunity?

As the Rentokil Initial share price soars after its Q3 update, is the decline now over for one of the…

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What’s going on with the Sainsbury share price?

The Sainsbury share price is falling as the Qatar Investment Authority offloads 109m shares at a discount. But should investors…

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Can a new AI deal with Google give the Vodafone share price a fresh boost?

The Vodafone share price has needed something to shake it up for some time. Is this 10-year deal just what…

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Can the return of an old favourite get the JD Wetherspoon share price moving?

The JD Wetherspoon share price is down 10% since the start of the year. But with its dividend reinstated, are…

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After a bumper first half gives the Tesco share price a boost, should I buy?

The Tesco share price is having a great year, and these first-half figures show us why. Here's how the stock…

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Is JD Sports a buy for me, as the share price falls on H1 results?

Mixed first-half figures lead to a drop in the JD Sports Fashion share price, despite strong management optimism for the…

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The Greggs share price falls as sales keep growing. What’s going on here?

The company’s sales might be up, but the Greggs share price is not. Stephen Wright looks at whether or not…

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The Aston Martin share price is down 22% today! What’s going on with this growth share?

Jon Smith explains why the Aston Martin share price has plummeted following the trading update and talks through the outlook…

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Has the Diageo share price just reached a turning point?

The Diageo share price rallied early today after a trading announcement. Christopher Ruane considers whether things might keep getting better.

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As the Halma share price continues to rise, I think investors should take note of this winning growth stock

As Halma’s latest trading update sends the stock higher, is the share price an opportunity to buy one of the…

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After Rightmove rejects a third takeover bid, what does the future hold for this FTSE 100 real estate giant?

Rightmove has rejected a third takeover bid from Australia's REA. Our writer examines whether the move could help or hurt…

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As the Smiths Group share price drops 7% on results day, I ask if it’s cheap

The Smiths Group share price had been having a good year, but it just dipped even though full-year profits and…

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Up 16% in a month, are easyJet shares ready for takeoff?

easyJet shares have jumped in a late summer surge, but is the budget airline ready to soar higher?

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Phoenix Group, Legal & General, BP: here’s what FTSE 100 investors have been buying

Hargreaves Lansdown users have been plowing money into these three FTSE 100 shares over the past week. What else have…

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This FTSE 250 stock might be an underrated gem for investors to consider buying

Our writer explains how this FTSE 250 stock is looking to turn around its fortunes and why investors should be…

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FTSE 100 stocks are on sale! Is this commodities giant one to buy or avoid?

As turbulence has hurt some FTSE 100 stocks, could lower valuations represent buying opportunities for our writer and her holdings?

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Rightmove and Rentokil are 2 FTSE 100 shares in the news. Should I buy?

Two FTSE 100 shares hit the headlines today (11 September) for very different reasons. Our writer ponders whether now could…

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This FTSE 100 stock’s down 18% today! Could I snap up a bargain?

Jon Smith explains why a FTSE 100 stock's falling sharply today and why he's cautious about getting involved before the…

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