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Could this rising FTSE 250 defence star be a better buy than BAE Systems shares?

| Sumayya Mansoor

BAE Systems shares seem to be the most popular defence stock among investors. Our writer wants to take a closer…

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Down 42%, is CrowdStrike one of the best growth stocks to buy today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

CrowdStrike’s share price has fallen more than 40% since the cybersecurity company caused a major global IT outage. Should Ed…

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The Shell share price has a juicy European discount! But it may not go higher

| Dr. James Fox

The Shell share price pushed upwards after it announced $6.3bn of adjusted earnings for Q2. Our writer explains what this…

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This renowned FTSE 250 stock took a tumble in July. Is now the time to pounce?

| Charlie Keough

FTSE 250 stalwart ITV saw its share price fall after its latest results announcement. This Fool reckons that could present…

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Haleon’s share price leaps 3% as first-half results reveal 11% profit increase. Is it time I buy?

| Mark David Hartley

The share price of lesser-known GSK offshoot Haleon is up today after the company's H1 2024 earnings results. I'm considering…

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The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) share price just hit a 52-week high. I’m backing it to climb even higher

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The London Stock Exchange Group share price is on fire right now. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at what’s going on…

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With first-half sales up 8%, I think the Next share price has further to climb

| Kevin Godbold

The Next share price is rising as the firm raises profit guidance, posts higher sales, and issues a positive outlook…

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I’m shopping in the FTSE 100 for world-class dividends!

| Charlie Keough

This Fool’s looking for quality income shares and he reckons the FTSE 100’s the place to find them. Here are…

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Is the discounted F&C Investment Trust share price a no-brainer after H1 results?

| Roland Head

The F&C Investment Trust share price gives investors exposure to 'Magnificent 7' stocks like Nvidia and Amazon plus other important…

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Down from a 52-week high, is the BAE Systems share price cheap after H1 results?

| Alan Oscroft

The BAE Systems share price didn't move much after the latest news, despite the company's raised outlook for the full…

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Shares I love: Legal & General

| Charlie Keough

Legal & General shares are one of this Fool's FTSE 100 favourites. That's due to their cheap valuation and handsome…

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I’m up over 46% on this S&P 500 giant: time to take profits or buy more?

| Gordon

Much of the S&P 500 has been flying of late, as enthusiasm for innovation continues. But is it time to…

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If I’d invested £1,000 when the Barclays share price tanked, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

A little over a year ago, the Barclays share price collapsed as concerns spread following the Silicon Valley Bank fiasco.…

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The Diageo share price has fallen 41%. Time to buy the stock?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Diageo share price has experienced a dramatic fall over the last 30 months. Is the Footsie stock now a…

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The Rolls-Royce share price jumps 9% as dividends are reinstated and profits rise by 74%

| Charlie Keough

The Rolls-Royce share price has climbed almost in double digits on the release of its half-year results. This Fool delves…

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The Smith & Nephew share price is on the move, here’s why

| Gordon

I've been watching the Smith & Nephew share price for a while as the medical tech giant shows some real…

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8.4% and 7.2% yields! I’d buy these 2 exceptional FTSE 100 dividend shares today

| Charlie Keough

This Fool reckons these could be two of the finest dividend shares available to investors. If he didn't already own…

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3 FTSE shares I like for stress-free lifelong passive income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reveals a few of his favourite passive income stocks ideas at the moment, with current dividend yields as…

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Down 20% in 2024, is this a bargain basement FTSE 100 stock?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This FTSE 100 stock’s been falling while the index has been rising. Has this created an opportunity for long-term value…

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Why I’m buying more of this cheap FTSE 100 stock, even though it’s falling

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he's keen to buy the dip regarding a FTSE 100 stock he already owns, due to…

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2 boring but beautiful picks I think could make great additions to a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Charlie Keough

This Fool thinks these two FTSE shares could be smart additions to bolster a Stocks and Shares ISA. Here, he…

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If I’d put £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares 6 months ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

High-flying Rolls-Royce shares just received another boost with the company raising its guidance further for the 2024 financial year.

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£20,000 in savings? That could become a passive income worth £19,233 a year

| Charlie Keough

This Fool buys dividend shares with the aim of making substantial passive income with minimal effort. With £20,000, here's what…

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Why the Persimmon share price soared 18% in July

| Stephen Wright

The Persimmon share price outpaced the rest of the FTSE 100 in July as a new government brought new potential…

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As the FTSE 100 approaches new highs, UK shares still look cheap

| Stephen Wright

US stocks are expensive and emerging markets can bring economic risks. Stephen Wright thinks UK shares offer investors the best…

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Down 6% last month! Is it time to sell my Nvidia stock?

| Charlie Keough

Nvidia has been a star stock due to its blistering performance lately. But last month the shares took a tumble.…

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How much should I invest in the stock market to retire and live off the passive income?

| Mark David Hartley

Escape the rat race and live off passive income by investing in the stock market? Sounds like a dream come…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’m thinking of buying in August!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares could deliver exceptional shareholder returns for years to come. I’m doing some intensive research to see…

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Should I buy dirt cheap easyJet shares in August?

| Royston Wild

At 463.6p, easyJet shares are among the cheapest on the FTSE 100 today. Does this make it a brilliant bargain…

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3 reasons why I love National Grid shares!

| Royston Wild

National Grid shares have been on a rollercoaster ride in recent months. Here, Royston Wild argues that its long-term outlook's…

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How buying cheap UK shares in August could turn an empty ISA into £535,823!

| Royston Wild

Buying cheap shares like this FTSE 100 superstar could help me make half a million pounds by 2044. Here's why…

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My 2 favourite FTSE 100 bargain stocks this August!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best, cheap FTSE 100 stocks to consider buying? Here are two that brokers expect to soar in…

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Best US stocks to consider buying in August

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top US stocks they’d buy in August, which included two Share Advisor…

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Would Warren Buffett say CrowdStrike is a bargain after dropping 40%?

| Oliver Rodzianko

CrowdStrike has been selling at a massive discount since its technology scandal earlier in the month. He thinks Warren Buffett…

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1 breathtaking FTSE dividend stock down 20% I’ll buy in August and hold forever

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones reckons FTSE 100 dividend stock Phoenix Group Holdings could finally deliver some growth on top of its juicy…

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Forget Nvidia: 1 stock down 19% to buy for the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution

| Ben McPoland

While Nvidia continues to dominate the headlines around AI, this investor thinks there is another top stock to buy for…

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How I’d invest £500 a month in UK shares to target a £61,931 annual second income

| Ben McPoland

Investing regularly in UK shares could provide me with a sizeable second income to supplement my pension or even enable…

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8%+ yields! 3 FTSE shares I’m eyeing for August

| Christopher Ruane

All three of these FTSE 100 shares have dividend yields over 8%. Our writer explains why he is eyeing them…

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The Rolls-Royce share price could skyrocket tomorrow! I’m ready for it

| Harvey Jones

The Rolls-Royce share price has idled lately but Harvey Jones reckons that its first-half results will get the FTSE 100…

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Down 15% this year, is the Rio Tinto share price too cheap to miss after H1 results?

| Alan Oscroft

At H1 time, Rio Tinto believes it's at an inflection point in its growth -- what might that mean for…

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