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Stephen Wright

Stephen has a PhD in Philosophy and teaches at the University of Oxford. He's an enthusiastic Warren Buffett follower and focuses on buying quality businesses at sensible prices. He's also a podcaster with the PlayingFTSE show.

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Investing Articles

The S&P 500 looks ominous right now, but…

| Stephen Wright

A glance at the S&P 500’s current valuation makes it look like a stock market crash might be coming. But…

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Are UK housebuilders a gift for value investors right now?

| Stephen Wright

There’s a lot to attract value investors to stocks like Barratt Redrow, Persimmon, and Taylor Wimpey. But are rising inventory…

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The ISA system is changing — here’s what I’m doing

| Stephen Wright

The UK government is reportedly set to replace the Lifetime ISA with a product for first-time buyers only. That would…

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A simple 3-step plan for targeting a £1,000 monthly second income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright outlines a three-step strategy for targeting a substantial second income by investing just £100 a month in the…

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What would merging with SpaceX mean for Tesla stock?

| Stephen Wright

Instead of joining the stock market via an IPO, Elon Musk’s SpaceX might be set to merge with Tesla. But…

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Rolls-Royce shares look expensive… so what?

| Stephen Wright

Rolls-Royce shares no longer look like the value proposition they once were. But as long as the stock keeps going…

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9% yield! Is this 1 of the UK’s best dividend stocks to buy in February?

| Stephen Wright

There’s a major debt refinancing on the way for NewRiver REIT. But could it still be one of the best…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for a million by 2036?

| Stephen Wright

Aiming for a million in a Stocks and Shares ISA takes time. But once the power of compound interest gets…

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I asked ChatGPT for its top passive income stocks to buy in February and it said…

| Stephen Wright

When Stephen Wright asked AI for passive income ideas for February, some of the suggestions it came up with were…

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As the FTSE 250 closes in on new highs, here are the stocks I’m buying in February

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright outlines two FTSE 250 shares with genuine near-future growth prospects. Both are on his list of stocks to…

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Up 10% after earnings, is 3i one of the UK’s best stocks to buy once more?

| Stephen Wright

3i often goes unnoticed by investors. But that means they’ve been missing out on one of the UK’s best-performing stocks…

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Warren Buffett’s biggest stock investment keeps going from strength to strength

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett’s firm has been selling Apple shares recently. But the benefits of the company’s AI strategy are showing up…

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Here’s my top FTSE 100 stock to consider buying in February

| Stephen Wright

Shares don’t have to be trading at record lows to be great investment opportunities. That might be the case with…

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It’s down 33%, and I’m adding this name to my list of growth stocks to buy in February

| Stephen Wright

As investors indiscriminately sell growth stocks focused on software, Stephen Wright's looking at one firm that seems more resilient than…

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Why is the Meta share price rising after Q4 earnings?

| Stephen Wright

When Meta announced higher AI spending at the end of Q3, the share price fell. It just did it again,…

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No savings at 45? UK dividend shares could help you build wealth while earning extra income

| Stephen Wright

Investing can be a great way to build long-term wealth. And the cash distributed by dividend shares can be a…

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Here’s how to invest £20,000 in an ISA for a £1,500 second income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright outlines a potential opportunity in the UK REIT sector that investors targeting a second income should have on…

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A rare chance to buy 1 of of the UK’s top AI stocks at a bargain valuation?

| Stephen Wright

Investors who want to buy quality stocks at attractive prices have to be opportunistic. And this top FTSE 100 AI…

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What passive income means for beginners

| Stephen Wright

High dividend yields can be nice at first, but the best passive income opportunities can often be found elsewhere in…

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How diversified does your Stocks and Shares ISA need to be?

| Stephen Wright

One of the best ways to minimise the risk of losses in a Stocks and Shares ISA is by building…

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Why I sold — not panicked — out of this FTSE 250 stock

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright has just sold his stake in WH Smith. Here’s why he’s exited the FTSE 250 retailer just as…

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How a stock market crash could help set you up for lifelong financial freedom

| Stephen Wright

The best returns from the stock market come from buying when prices are low. But investors don’t have to wait…

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I missed my chance to buy this FTSE 100 stock last year. Now it’s back at the same price…

| Stephen Wright

Admiral shares are back where they were 12 months ago. But is the FTSE 100 firm still the powerhouse it…

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Meet the S&P 500 stock I’ve just added to my portfolio…

| Stephen Wright

Molina Healthcare's one of the worst-performing S&P 500 stocks of the last 12 months. But Stephen Wright thinks he sees…

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2 of my favourite UK stocks are down 10% in a week! Should I buy more?

| Stephen Wright

Falling share prices can present buying opportunities. But should Stephen Wright be concerned about declines in two of his favourite…

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Why I’m still betting on Berkshire Hathaway – even after Warren Buffett

| Stephen Wright

Berkshire Hathaway is an economic powerhouse. But is the company vulnerable to activist pressure when the time comes to sell…

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Is the falling Netflix share price the chance I’ve been waiting for?

| Stephen Wright

Netflix’s business is still doing well, but acquisition uncertainty is weighing on its share price. Is now Stephen Wright’s time…

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£5,000 invested in Greggs’ shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Stephen Wright

Investors who bought Greggs' shares five years ago are still waiting to get their money back. But has the investment…

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Could 4,692 shares in this quality REIT net me a £1,000-a-month second income?

| Stephen Wright

A 5.3% yield, monthly dividends, and an outstanding growth record. Should UK investors looking for a second income take a…

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How to target a growing second income by investing in dividend shares

| Stephen Wright

A portfolio of dividend shares can be a great source of extra income. But it’s best when that income stream…

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Is it too late to buy AI stocks?

| Stephen Wright

When it comes to artificial intelligence stocks, Stephen Wright thinks investors should look to be strategic when searching for buying…

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What could £10,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA be worth 10 years from now?

| Stephen Wright

The long-term average annual return from a Stocks and Shares ISA has been around 9.5%. But how can investors look…

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New to investing? Here’s how to find passive income opportunities

| Stephen Wright

The stock market's a great place to look for passive income opportunities. But there are a few things to keep…

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Why I bought the dip on this FTSE 250 stock this week

| Stephen Wright

Despite some uninspiring results, Stephen Wright thinks this FTSE 250 firm with a market value of just £2bn is looking…

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Meet the stock that I think could be the FTSE 100’s next Rolls-Royce

| Stephen Wright

Rolls-Royce shares have been one of the main forces driving the FTSE 100 to 10,000. But which stocks can take…

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Prediction: Diageo’s restructuring strategy will send its share price higher

| Stephen Wright

Diageo’s plan to revive its share price is a tried-and-tested strategy that UK investors have seen work for other companies…

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The S&P 500 looks risky, but I’m still buying this stock

| Stephen Wright

The S&P 500 looks both unusually concentrated and unusually expensive. That’s a bad combination, but are there still buying opportunities?

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After strong earnings, is Diploma still one of the UK’s top growth stocks?

| Stephen Wright

Investors trying to find quality growth stocks don’t have to look beyond the FTSE 100. But is that where the…

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Warren Buffett’s number 1 rule for investing in the stock market

| Stephen Wright

Figuring out which stocks to buy isn't always easy. But if all else fails, Warren Buffett has a rule for…

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A rare buying opportunity in 1 of the UK’s top shares?

| Stephen Wright

Games Workshop has been one of the UK’s top shares in recent years. But it’s down in 2026, so is…

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