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With the Apple share price near an all-time high, would I be crazy to buy more?

| Gordon

After touching all-time highs yesterday, the Apple share price is on a roll. But is there still enough growth ahead…

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Nvidia stock has fallen 13% from its 52-week high! What next?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explains why Nvidia stock has dipped recently and highlights some risks associated with investing in the AI leader…

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The AstraZeneca share price is up 88% in 5 years, but is it just getting started?

| Gordon

The AstraZeneca share price has had a great few years, as acquisitions and clinical trials delighted shareholders. So is there…

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Here’s why I’m watching the Anglo American share price

| Gordon

The mining sector has always interested investors. But after a flat few years, I'm wondering what's next for the Anglo…

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Is NIO stock due a recovery?

| Gordon

NIO stock has been on a bumpy road for a number of years, but as use of electric vehicles continues…

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Renewables output up 60%, but will the SSE share price go the way of National Grid’s?

| Kevin Godbold

The SSE share price makes the company look attractive, but is there a big risk to consider down the road…

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The Diploma share price dips despite strong revenue growth. Time to buy?

| Stephen Wright

Diploma is a quality company, but it usually comes with a share price to match. So is the decline after…

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These FTSE 100 stocks recently hit 52-week highs! Would I be crazy to buy now?

| Paul Summers

Our writer has spotted three FTSE 100 stocks recently setting 52-week highs. Could there be more to come or should…

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Even after a 33% move, this FTSE 250 company could still be undervalued

| Gordon

Most investors would be cautious after seeing a stock grow by more than 30% in a year, but this FTSE…

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3 global investment trusts for maximum diversity in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Mark David Hartley

I think investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA is the most logical route to take for UK residents who…

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2 FTSE 250 shares I want to own before the next UK stock market boom

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out two very different FTSE 250 stocks that, based on recent news flow, could do very well…

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The 3i Group share price rises after a positive Q1 performance update!

| Charlie Keough

The 3i Group share price is up 1.3% following the announcement of its first-quarter results. This Fool takes a look…

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I’d snap up this growth stock at 29p without hesitation!

| Ben McPoland

This writer shines a light on one growth stock in the small-cap space whose price has nearly doubled in the…

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Here’s why the AJ Bell share price is soaring!

| Dr. James Fox

The AJ Bell share price took off on 18 July after the company's impressive trading update. Our writer takes a…

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After the Lloyds share price hits a 52-week high, what next?

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds share price is finally having a good year. But I reckon 2024 might just mark the start of…

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Now the Rolls-Royce share price is down 8% from its 52-week high, what next?

| Alan Oscroft

The Rolls-Royce share price climbed magnificently in 2023. And so far this year, it's just kept on up. What about…

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As the Frasers Group share price jumps 8% on FY earnings, I’m thinking of buying

| Alan Oscroft

The Frasers Group share price has trebled over the past five years, while other retailers have struggled. But the valuation…

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6.11% yield and a P/E of 11! Has the National Grid share price ever looked better value?

| Harvey Jones

The National Grid share price initially seemed to offer plenty of value for Harvey Jones, but some of the numbers…

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3 reasons why the rally in the Barclays share price isn’t over yet

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out continued efficiencies in operations and the recovering UK economy as reasons to help the Barclays share…

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I’ve placed a big bet on this forgotten FTSE 100 share and think I’m onto a winner

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has been underwhelmed by the sluggish performance of this FTSE 100 share but believes it’ll soon swing back…

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Up 58% from its post-demotion low, is there any value left in this FTSE 250 broadcaster?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 250 media giant’s shares have leapt since it was demoted from the FTSE 100, but there could still…

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As GSK’s share price drops 15%, should I buy, sell, or hold?

| Simon Watkins

GSK’s share price has fallen on negative developments for two of its drugs, but it still has a strong core…

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5 FTSE shares I own for passive income in my SIPP

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is looking to generate a high and rising passive income for retirement from a portfolio of FTSE 100…

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If I had £5k to invest today, would I buy Rolls-Royce shares?

| Roland Head

Is it too late to buy Rolls-Royce shares? Roland Head takes a look at this high-flying FTSE 100 engineer and…

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Very big dividends are expected from these 2 UK shares!

| Royston Wild

With yields of 9.7% and 5.3%, these UK dividend shares could be a great way for investors to substantially improve…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks that are primed to rally thanks to using AI

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith looks away from well-known chipmakers and instead turns to some FTSE 100 stocks that he feels could benefit…

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3 top FTSE 100 value shares I’d buy before August!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 heavyweight shares have considerable long-term potential. And at current prices, I think they are too cheap to…

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Here’s why I’m selling my Lloyds shares to double down on this FTSE 100 stock

| Ben McPoland

Our writer digs into why he prefers HSBC over Lloyds shares right now, despite both performing really strongly in recent…

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I’d invest £12,500 in this 1 stock to bag £1K of passive income!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Building a passive income stream through dividends is one of this writer’s biggest ambitions. Here’s how one stock could help.

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3 cheap stocks to consider buying for the AI revolution

| Charlie Carman

Investors looking for AI stocks to buy might be worried about high valuations amid current market euphoria, but these three…

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Earnings up 20%! But this UK small-cap stock may just be getting started

| Kevin Godbold

Are we about to see enduring growth from this UK small-cap business with a rising stock price ahead over the…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I’d give a wide berth… for now

| Sumayya Mansoor

One of the worst performers on the FTSE 250 index is a stock that Sumayya Mansoor has decided she won’t…

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The FTSE 250 is brimming with potential, especially in stocks like this one

| Mark David Hartley

The main Footsie index gets all the attention but its little brother, the FTSE 250, is full of growth potential.…

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What on earth happened to the Premier African Minerals (LSE:PREM) share price?

| Gordon

The Premier African Minerals (LSE:PREM) share price is down a whopping 85% in the last year, so what happened? Gordon…

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Here’s why Persimmon shares could just be getting started

| Gordon

With a new government now in place, many investors are getting excited about the housing sector again. So are Persimmon…

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How to invest £1,000 in an ISA and aim for a second income of £171,523

| Stephen Wright

Dividend stocks are a natural choice for investors seeking a second income. But this might involve missing out on some…

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Down over 70% in 5 years, will the TUI share price ever recover?

| Gordon

The last few years have been bumpy for the travel sector. But with the TUI share price still down substantially,…

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The Spirax share price has gone nowhere in five years! Time to buy?

| Christopher Ruane

The Spirax share price stands almost exactly where it did five years ago. Our writer asks why? And, more importantly,…

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3 shares I’m avoiding like the plague in today’s stock market

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer picks a trio of shares from the London stock market he has no plans to buy right now,…

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Up 167% in 2024! Is this growth stock showing any signs of slowing?

| Gordon

With artificial intelligence (AI) changing the world in the last few years, growth stock Nvidia has enjoyed an incredible run.…

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