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As the Rolls-Royce share price hits a record high, I missed out badly

| Alan Oscroft

Yet another cracking set of results sent the Rolls-Royce Holdings share price upwards once again as FY 2024 delivered in…

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Down 90%! Is the Ocado share price a rare tech bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer thinks there are good reasons to explain the poor-performing Ocado share price, but sees some potential glimmers of…

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The Aston Martin share price nosedives 11% after the car maker reveals another loss

| James Beard

The Aston Martin share price didn't react well to the luxury car maker's latest results. Our writer takes a closer…

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Down 8% today after a profits warning, is the B&M share price now as cheap as its products?

| James Beard

It’s no surprise B&M's share price reacted badly to today's outlook. But is this an opportunity for investors to bag…

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Here’s why the Standard Chartered share price jumped 5% on FY results

| Alan Oscroft

Investors have pushed the Standard Chartered share price higher in the past 12 months. Judging by these results, it seems…

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

| Roland Head

The Centrica share price has gone nowhere over the last year. But the stock has spiked following strong results and…

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As Lloyds launches a £1.7bn buyback, is the share price too cheap to ignore?

| Alan Oscroft

Car loan mis-selling and a full-year profit miss combine to push the Lloyds share price up after FY results. It…

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The BAE share price struggles despite strong earnings and a 10% dividend increase. Is it still a buy to consider?

| Mark Hartley

The BAE share price dipped 3% in early morning trading after posting its full-year 2024 results. Our writer considers if…

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Should I consider buying Glencore as its share price slumps to multi-year lows?

| Royston Wild

FTSE 100 stock Glencore continues to see its share price slump. Now at its cheapest since September 2021, should I…

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The HSBC share price doesn’t know what to do after the bank releases its 2024 results

| James Beard

The HSBC share price had a mixed start to trading today after investors digested the bank’s latest results. Our writer…

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Down 6% today, is the BT share price gearing up for a larger fall?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out why the BT share price has tumbled today, but flags up why the reasoning behind the…

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This FTSE 250 value stock is up 11% today! Here’s what’s going on

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a FTSE 250 stalwart is shooting higher today on fresh news and talks through why this…

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NatWest has just smashed brokers’ dividend forecasts!

| James Beard

After NatWest delivered a Valentine’s Day surprise to investors, our writer thinks the experts may have to raise their dividend…

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The NatWest share price slips in early trading despite positive FY 2024 results. What’s the deal?

| Mark Hartley

The NatWest share price is down slightly this morning after the bank released its final results for 2024. Our writer…

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The NatWest share price has doubled in 12 months. These FY results show us why

| Alan Oscroft

NatWest solidly beat 2024 full-year expectations, but the share price fell! Welcome to another typical day on the stock market.

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Here’s why Coca-Cola HBC stock jumped over 9% in the FTSE 100 today

| Ben McPoland

This stock was flying to a record high in the FTSE 100 today, boosted by a strong set of earnings.…

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As Barclays’ share price drops 5% on results, what should investors do?

| Roland Head

Barclays shares have doubled over the last year, but the price has now dipped. Does the FTSE 100 bank still…

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British American Tobacco shares plummet on disappointing FY24 results. Is it still worth the dividends?

| Mark Hartley

The British American Tobacco share price fell 8% this morning after the company posted its full-year results for 2024. Our…

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Dividend investors should take a look at falling Unilever shares after Q4 results

| Stephen Wright

As one of the FTSE 100’s most prominent dividend shares falls 6% after Q4 results, should passive income investors consider…

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Barratt Redrow shares spike 6% as profits forecasts hiked! Time to consider buying in?

| Royston Wild

Barratt shares are leading the FTSE 100 higher in midweek business. Is now the time to consider the housebuilder as…

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Why is the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price up 10% today?

| James Beard

Our writer looks at the reasons why the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price is the AIM 100’s best performer today.

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Up 14% today! Here’s one growth stock that Elon Musk likes

| James Beard

A UK growth stock has signed another contract with SpaceX. But does this mean it deserves a place in my…

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Legal & General shares jump 8% as investors celebrate buyback and dividend bonanza!

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is feeling the love for his Legal & General shares once again, as the board thrills investors with…

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My favourite FTSE dividend stock just jumped 17%! So why am I sad?

| Ben McPoland

This investor has mixed feelings today as a quality dividend stock from the FTSE 250 surged higher in his portfolio.…

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Here’s why AstraZeneca stock jumped nearly 6% in the FTSE 100 today

| Ben McPoland

FTSE 100 heavyweight AstraZeneca helped propel the blue-chip index to a record high today. Here's what investors were cheering.

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Up 10% today, I think this FTSE 250 growth share could continue to surge!

| Royston Wild

Babcock International's flying after upgrading its full-year forecasts. I think the FTSE 250 defence share might just be getting started.

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The GSK share price jumps 6% on positive FY 2024 results. Is it a stock to consider now?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley weighs up the growing potential in GSK as its share price makes rare gains following a promising set…

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GSK shares leap 5% as results top forecasts and guidance is upgraded! Can they keep rising?

| Royston Wild

Strong full-year trading and an improving outlook have propelled GSK's share price higher, as Royston Wild explains.

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As the share price falls after Q3 results, DCC is still my top FTSE 100 stock to buy

| Stephen Wright

As the DCC share price falls after an uninspiring trading update, Stephen Wright still sees an opportunity to add to…

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This Q3 revenue boost could be just what the Vodafone share price needs

| Alan Oscroft

Vodafone reported a rise in Q3 revenue and plans more shareholder returns, but the share price hasn't reacted well so…

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As weak sales and tariff threats drive the Diageo share price lower, is it time for investors to consider cutting their losses?

| Stephen Wright

The Diageo share price has been falling for a while and the company’s latest update is a good reminder that…

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Here’s the FTSE 100’s top performer in 2025! Can it keep flying?

| Royston Wild

Airtel Africa has put other FTSE stocks in the shade since 1 January, rising by almost a quarter. Can it…

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Airtel Africa share price surges 10% on Q3 results but foreign currency remains a key risk

| Mark Hartley

Airtel Africa’s share price enjoyed an impressive rally this morning with a huge boost in pre-tax profit but this Fool…

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Dividend rise and buyback help keep the Shell share price up. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

As Shell lifts its annual dividend beyond inflation and posts yet another quarterly share buyback, is the share price too…

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As Tesla stock rises on more robotaxi claims, what should investors do?

| Stephen Wright

Tesla stock's up 4% after Elon Musk – again – announced that robotaxis are imminent. But is this really happening…

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Looking for UK shares to buy? This 19p small-cap down 5% today may be worth considering

| Ben McPoland

For investors searching for shares to buy in February, this small UK firm might be worth considering for inclusion in…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I like better than Greggs

| Stephen Wright

The FTSE 250 has several household names for UK investors to consider. And Stephen Wright thinks one in particular is…

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Dr Martens’ shares get a kicking after the bootmaker’s latest update

| James Beard

Dr Martens' share price was down after the company’s Q3 trading update. Our writer thinks now’s the time to address…

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Up 20% in a month, will this FTSE 100 stock continue to soar?

| Ken Hall

Ken Hall has been watching the FTSE 100 make gains this month. And there's one big-name stock that has caught…

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The Associated British Foods (ABF) share price dips after guidance cut. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

Even the country's cut-price clothing stores are feeling the pinch, as the Associated British Foods' share price weakness shows.

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