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Mondi and DS Smith: can a merger save these 2 FTSE 100 packaging giants?

Mondi is looking to expand operations by buying up rival DS Smith. But will the combined forces of these two…

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Down 22% in weeks! What’s going on with the Entain share price?

The Entain share price is down 6% today following the release of the company's full-year earnings. Should I buy this…

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As the Aviva share price rises on strong results, should I buy more?

With FY 2023 coming in better than most of us expected, is the Aviva share price set for further gains?…

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The Rentokil share price has rocketed 13.86% today! Here’s what I’m doing

Harvey Jones has mixed feelings about today's Rentokil share price recovery. He's glad he saw it coming, but annoyed he…

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The ITV share price jumps as it posts record revenues

The ITV share price has soared after the release of the company's full-year results. This Fool explains why he'd buy…

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The Admiral share price is unmoved after 23% earnings growth. Time to buy?

Falling inflation has been boosting Admiral’s profits, but the share price is unmoved. Stephen Wright looks at a potential buying…

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This hidden gem is smashing the FTSE 100 after doubling profits in a year. Should I buy?

This FTSE 100 stock is rising today after more than doubling its profits before tax in the last year. But…

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Up 147% in a year, Rolls-Royce shares are flying! Can they keep going?

Rebounding from the pandemic well, Rolls-Royce shares are on a roll! What’s next? Could they continue their ascent or will…

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Legal & General’s share price drops following FY update! Time to buy?

Legal & General's share price offers excellent all-round value, argues Royston Wild. He thinks it's a top stock for him…

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Is DS Smith’s share price too cheap to ignore after a fresh trading update?

DS Smith's share price trades on a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of around seven times. Is it time for FTSE 100…

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These were the FTSE 100’s dogs and stars in February

The FTSE 100 limped along last month, but some Footsie shares soared while others slumped. Here are February's winners and…

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After earnings, here’s the question investors need to ask themselves about the Rightmove share price

With the Rightmove share price falling despite rising revenues and profits, I think investors need to ask themselves a big…

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Here’s why the Haleon share price jumped 6% higher today

As the Haleon share price rises, our writer considers whether he should add this consumer healthcare stock to his portfolio.

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Should I buy, as the Ocado share price perks up on FY results?

The Ocado share price is steady, as the online retail giant reports a big fall in 2023 losses. Is it…

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The IAG share price is dirt cheap and profits are flying. So why am I worried?

After today's positive full-year results, I expected the International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) share price to be doing better than…

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Direct Line shares soar 25% on takeover bid!

Direct Line shares surged by a quarter on Wednesday, after receiving a takeover bid from a Belgian rival. But the…

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Why has the St. James’s Place share price crashed 30%, after FY results?

The St. James's Place share price has just fallen off a cliff. What could have gone wrong in 2023 that's…

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Taylor Wimpey share price dips on FY results. Time to buy?

Despite a strong cash position and a 6.8% dividend yield, the Taylor Wimpey share price fell a few percent after…

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Could this growth stock be a buy after more than halving it losses?

The Aston Martin share price is falling after the growth stock released its 2023 results. This Fool breaks down its…

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Reckitt share price crashes 10%! Is it now an unmissable FTSE bargain?

Hopes that the Reckitt share price would spring into life have been dashed by today's full-year results. So has it…

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Smith & Nephew share price: an overlooked buy on 2023 results?

Smith & Nephew's share price has been falling, on weaker global demand. But 2023 saw a rise in earnings and…

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With a 9% dividend yield, will the abrdn share price turn around after FY results?

The abrdn share price has slumped, but does its 9% dividend yield make it one of the FTSE's best passive…

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In a cyclical downturn, is there a buying opportunity in Croda shares?

With a positive sales outlook for 2024, is there a buying opportunity in Croda shares ahead of a potential recovery…

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This 7.7% yielding FTSE 250 stock is up 24% in a year! Have I missed the boat?

When a stock surges, sometimes it can be too late to buy shares and capitalise. Is that the case with…

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As the Bunzl share price wobbles on FY results, do I see a top passive income buy?

The Bunzl share price fell 5% on FY2023 results, but margins are up and the dividend's now been lifted for…

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Why the Barclays share price rose 11.5% this week

News of restructuring, earnings, and share buybacks has caused the Barclays share price to rise sharply. But is the stock…

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The FTSE 100 closes up after full-year results from leading UK firms – are they buys?

Earnings season brings about a lot of ups and downs for the FTSE 100. Yesterday had some particularly good releases,…

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The Standard Chartered share price leaps on FY dividend and buyback news. Time to buy?

An 8% jump for a UK-listed bank on 2023 results? That's what just happened to the Standard Chartered share price.…

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The WPP share price dips as profits fall. Here’s why it could be a top dividend buy

I'm starting to think the WPP share price undervalues the stock, especially if the long-term dividend outlook comes good.

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Here’s what these results tell me about the Lloyds share price

A policy of progressive shareholder returns, including big dividend yields, makes the Lloyds share price look super cheap to me.

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Anglo American share price rises despite profit slump

Has Anglo American’s share price bottomed out? The FTSE 100 miner has reported mixed results but value may be emerging.

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After FY results, the Mondi share price could mean some nice dividend yields

The Mondi share price is way down over the past five years. But this might just be an overlooked FTSE…

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Just how high could the Nvidia share price go? Here’s what the experts say

Jon Smith explains why the Nvidia share price has been continuing to rocket higher, as well as sharing some forecasts…

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Are Lloyds shares an excellent buy after 2023’s record profits?

Lloyds shares are on the ropes despite news of better-than-forecast earnings for 2023. Is the FTSE bank now too cheap…

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Nvidia stock soars as it beats earnings estimates

Another set of strong results has Nvidia stock on the rise. This Fool breaks down the update and explores whether…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is flying on record-breaking results!

The Rolls-Royce share price has more than tripled in a year! Will it continue to fly in 2024 following its…

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Glencore share price drops on results. Time to buy?

The Glencore share price wobbled a bit after a weak set of 2023 results. Here's why I have the stock…

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Big trouble in China sinks HSBC shares. Should I invest after record FY results?

HSBC shares have slumped following a disappointing end to 2023 for the FTSE stock. Royston Wild explains why this may…

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FTSE 100 earnings: what can we expect from Rolls-Royce in 2024?

The Rolls-Royce share price tripled in 2023. Roland Head wonders whether this FTSE 100 stock could continue that impressive trajectory…

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Here’s why the BAE Systems share price is down 3% today despite solid earnings

Why is the BAE Systems share price dropping today despite reporting an exceptional 2023? Ben McPoland takes a closer look.

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