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Matthew Dumigan

Matthew Dumigan

Having developed an early interest in financial markets, Matthew now writes regularly for The Motley Fool UK.

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Investing Articles

Are cheap UK stocks a decade-defining opportunity to build long-term wealth?

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer explores whether buying undervalued UK stocks for their portfolio could be a once-in-a-decade chance to build wealth over…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy today to start generating long-term passive income

| Matthew Dumigan

In the pursuit to earn some dividend income, our writer is eyeing up two high-quality FTSE 100 stocks with proven…

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What should I do if the stock market crashes in 2023 or 2024?

| Matthew Dumigan

Guided by several Foolish investing principles, our writer explains what they'd do if the stock market crashed in the next…

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How much should I invest in income stocks to aim for £1,000 a month in dividends

| Matthew Dumigan

By targeting income stocks, our writer takes a closer look at what it takes to build a portfolio big enough…

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At 41p, are dirt-cheap Lloyds shares worth buying in a heartbeat?

| Matthew Dumigan

After a positive Q3 interim management statement, our writer explores whether now is the right time to buy some potentially…

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Is now finally the right time to buy dirt-cheap Lloyds shares?

| Matthew Dumigan

After the bank beat profit forecasts despite a reduction in lending, our writer explores if now could be an ideal…

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The 2 FTSE 100 stocks I think Warren Buffett would buy and hold for 20 years

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer thinks that if Warren Buffett was looking to buy some high-quality UK stocks, these two would be at…

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How I plan to navigate the 2024 stock market crash

| Matthew Dumigan

While recognising it's futile to predict the near-term direction of the market, our writer shares how they'd prepare for a…

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Forget investing in gold, I’d keep on buying cheap shares to build wealth over time

| Matthew Dumigan

The price of gold has been on the rise since the breakout of war in the Middle East, but our…

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Are cheap UK dividend shares a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

| Matthew Dumigan

With their current affordability and promising yields, our writer explores whether now could be an ideal time to load up…

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Value stocks vs growth stocks: which should I buy for my ISA?

| Matthew Dumigan

In deciding whether to invest in value stocks or growth stocks, our writer looks at individual financial goals, risk tolerance,…

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How can I earn a £500 monthly passive income by investing in UK stocks?

| Matthew Dumigan

By focusing on dividend stocks and investing for the long term, our writer shares how they'd go about building a…

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How much do I need to invest in dividend stocks for a £250 monthly passive income?

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer explains how they'd go about investing in a diversified basket of dividend stocks to earn a substantial and…

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Here’s how I’d mimic Warren Buffett’s investment strategy to target lifetime passive income

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer takes a closer look at some of Warren Buffett's golden rules for building serious wealth over time by…

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2024 stock market crash: an opportunity to buy dirt-cheap UK shares?

| Matthew Dumigan

Despite the risks and challenges posed by a stock market crash, our writer shares why they view it as an…

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Record high for Shell shares: is this the perfect buying opportunity?

| Matthew Dumigan

As Shell shares hit a new all-time high, our writer explores whether now could be a good time to invest…

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2 high-quality FTSE 100 shares I’d buy hand over fist for reliable passive income

| Matthew Dumigan

These two FTSE 100 stocks are well-established giants. I'd buy them right now if I was looking to build earn…

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Why I’m convinced easyJet shares are ready to take off again

| Matthew Dumigan

After the release of a positive trading update, our writer shares why they think now could be an ideal time…

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How I’d use FTSE 100 shares to turn an empty ISA into a bumper passive income stream

| Matthew Dumigan

With monthly contributions and by reinvesting dividends, our writer shares how they'd aim to turn an empty ISA into a…

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No savings? I’d follow Warren Buffett’s method to target lifetime passive income

| Matthew Dumigan

By investing in undervalued companies and holding for the long term, our writer shares how they'd follow Warren Buffett's method…

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£0 in an ISA? Here’s how I’d aim to turn it into a second income of £500 per month

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer shares how they would invest in high-yield income stocks in an attempt to turn an empty ISA into…

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Is a stock market crash just around the corner?

| Matthew Dumigan

After observing several potential triggers of a stock market crash, our writer explores whether a major sell-off could be imminent.

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Is it a good time to buy BP shares?

| Matthew Dumigan

In light of significant changes to the leadership team causing uncertainty, our writer explores whether now would be a wise…

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At 210p, should I buy, sell, or hold cheap Rolls-Royce shares in October?

| Matthew Dumigan

With Rolls-Royce shares still some way off their previous all-time high, our writer looks at the case for buying, selling,…

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The 6 UK dividend shares I’d buy to aim for £625 a month in passive income

| Matthew Dumigan

With attractive yields and robust dividend policies, our writer shares the six UK dividend shares they'd buy to aim for…

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Forget gold! I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 shares to build wealth and retire early

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer explains that while there may be a place for gold in a diversified portfolio, they'd prioritise cheap FTSE…

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£10k in savings? Here’s what I’d do to target a passive income of £500 per month

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer shares how they would invest in dividend stocks in an attempt to turn their savings into a reliable…

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Is it time to invest in cheap FTSE 250 stocks?

| Matthew Dumigan

Historically, the FTSE 250 has proven a rich hunting ground. Our writer explores whether now could be the time to…

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No savings? I’d follow Warren Buffett’s golden rules to build wealth

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer shares how they'd heed Warren Buffett's advice to invest within their circle of competence and buy cheap shares…

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Forget buy-to-let! I’d buy dirt-cheap UK stocks and hold them for decades

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer explains why they think buying cheap UK stocks is the superior strategy when it comes to building a…

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Why I’m convinced this dividend stock is the best 8% yielder on the FTSE 100

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer explains why this high-yield dividend stock, with a solid track record and healthy finances, is right at the…

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2023 stock market crash: a once-in-a-decade chance to buy cheap UK shares?

| Matthew Dumigan

By being greedy when others are fearful, our writer explains why a potential stock market crash could be an ideal…

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At 44p, are Lloyds shares the FTSE 100’s greatest bargain?

| Matthew Dumigan

While Lloyds shares have long been plagued by volatility, our writer explores whether they could be among the best FTSE…

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Will the stock market crash before the end of 2023?

| Matthew Dumigan

To assess the prospects of a stock market crash before the end of the year, our writer considers a range…

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My top 2 UK growth stocks for the next decade and beyond

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer shares their favourite British growth stocks and gives several reasons why they think they're among the best to…

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I’d buy these top dividend shares to target a £50k yearly passive income

| Matthew Dumigan

In pursuit of building a sizeable passive income stream from dividend payments, our writer shares which UK income stocks they'd…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to snap up dirt-cheap FTSE 100 shares!

| Matthew Dumigan

With analysts saying the UK stock market looks cheap, our writer shares why they think now is an ideal time…

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How I’d create a bumper second income from an empty Stocks and Shares ISA

| Matthew Dumigan

Starting out with an empty ISA, our writes explains how they'd invest in dividend stocks to build a sizeable yearly…

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How I’d build a £500k Stocks and Shares ISA from scratch

| Matthew Dumigan

Our writer shows how it's possible to construct a half-a-million Stocks and Shares ISA by adopting a disciplined strategy and…

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How to turn an empty ISA into a £10k yearly second income

| Matthew Dumigan

By harnessing the power of compound returns, our writer shares what their approach would be for building a second income…

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