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After falling 13% in a day, should this FTSE 250 stock be on investor radars?

As shares in FTSE 250 manufacturer Senior fall 13% in a day to hit a 52-week low, Stephen Wright thinks…

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Down 35% in a day, could the Vistry Group share price be the buying opportunity of the decade?

As the Vistry Group share price crashes on news of higher costs, Stephen Wright wonders whether the FTSE 100 housebuilder…

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Why the Amazon share price could be an under-the-radar bargain

The Amazon share price doesn’t look like a bargain. But by one key metric, it’s trading at an unusually cheap…

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If I had to put 100% of my net worth in 3 stocks, here’s what I’d buy

A decade ago, Nick Sleep closed the Nomad Investment Partnership to buy just three stocks. The plan's worked, but what…

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No savings at 30? I’d invest £250 per month to aim for £49,511 per year in passive income

With 37 years to retirement, there’s lots of time to build a passive income portfolio. And buying the right stocks…

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One of my favourite FTSE 100 stocks just fell 6%. Time to buy?

With the Diploma share price down 6% last week, Stephen Wright thinks shares in the FTSE 100 distributor suddenly look…

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2 UK shares for value investors to consider buying

From a buying perspective, Stephen Wright thinks this looks like a good time to consider shares in cruise company Carnival…

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Here’s why the stock market shouldn’t care about Tesla’s delivery numbers

The market reacted badly to Tesla’s quarterly deliveries coming in below expectations, causing the stock to fall. Stephen Wright thinks…

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The Warren Buffett investment with 1,810% earnings growth

When Warren Buffett first started buying Berkshire Hathaway Energy in 2000, it was making $122m a year. In 2023, it…

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Can the return of an old favourite get the JD Wetherspoon share price moving?

The JD Wetherspoon share price is down 10% since the start of the year. But with its dividend reinstated, are…

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2 of the UK’s best-performing growth stocks

The FTSE 100 isn’t usually thought of as the place to look for outstanding growth stocks. But Stephen Wright thinks…

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1 stock I’d love to buy for growth, dividends, and share buybacks

Stephen Wright thinks resilient share buybacks and a strong competitive position make a stock with a 2% dividend yield a…

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Is Nike the perfect buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

Nike has one of the world’s best-known brands and now trades at a cheap valuation. Does that win it a…

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What’s next for the Shell share price?

Iran’s missile attack has caused the price of oil to rise, taking energy stocks along with it. But what’s next…

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Down almost 7% in a day what’s going on with the IAG share price?

Missile attacks in the Middle East have sent oil prices higher and the IAG share price down. Is this a…

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How I’d invest £500 per month to aim for a £27,720 annual second income

Can investing in UK stocks turn a £500 monthly investment into a £27,720 second income over 30 years. Stephen Wright…

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The Greggs share price falls as sales keep growing. What’s going on here?

The company’s sales might be up, but the Greggs share price is not. Stephen Wright looks at whether or not…

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Croda International: a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

At a P/E ratio of 37, Croda International stock looks expensive. But Stephen Wright thinks it’s an rare opportunity for…

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2 things I’m watching in the stock market in October

Whether it’s equities as a whole or individual stocks, Stephen Wright thinks the stock market is finely balanced at the…

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Here are my top 2 UK shares to buy right now

Even in a relatively stable stock market, Stephen Wright thinks some outstanding opportunities to buy UK shares just presented themselves.

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At a P/E ratio of 7, is this FTSE 100 stock as cheap as it looks? Here’s what the charts say

BP shares are trading at a 52-week low. But Stephen Wright thinks investors should handle the apparently cheap valuation with…

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What does Warren Buffett see in Occidental Petroleum?

Despite selling shares in Apple and Bank of America, Warren Buffett has been consistently buying Occidental Petroleum. Why?

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Struggling to find stocks to buy? Here’s some advice from Charlie Munger

Finding stocks to buy when share prices are rising can be a challenge. But investors needn’t worry – Charlie Munger…

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2 UK growth stocks I’d stash in an ISA for the long haul

Growth stocks that also pay dividends can be great investments. But investors should be aware of the tax implications if…

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3 rock-solid dividend shares with yields up to 8.5%

Stephen Wright thinks UK investors could target long-term passive income by considering three dividend shares that benefit from steady demand.

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As the Halma share price continues to rise, I think investors should take note of this winning growth stock

As Halma’s latest trading update sends the stock higher, is the share price an opportunity to buy one of the…

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After falling 21% in a day, is the Card Factory share price an unmissable opportunity?

Stephen Wright thinks the Card Factory share price falling as sales continue to grow doesn’t make sense. But is he…

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2 UK shares that could outperform in October

Shares in UK companies that generate a lot of revenue in China have been struggling. But there might be signs…

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1 investment I’ve been selling from my Stocks and Shares ISA

Warren Buffett has been selling Apple stock on tax grounds. But Stephen Wright has other reasons for cutting the investment…

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Don’t be fooled by a P/E of 29 — this FTSE 250 stock’s cheaper than it looks

A FTSE 250 retailer at a P/E multiple of 29 doesn’t look like a stock to buy. But Stephen Wright…

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No savings at 50? Here are the stocks I’d buy to aim for a £4,037 second income in retirement

With 15 years to retirement, it’s not too late to start investing for a second income. Stephen Wright outlines how…

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2 FTSE 100 outperformers I’ll buy in a stock market crash

A stock market crash can be an outstanding opportunity for investors.  And the FTSE 100 has some shares that are…

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5 quality passive income stocks

Building a diversified passive income portfolio takes stocks from different sectors and geographies. But the most important thing is focusing…

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Here’s the industry Warren Buffett says ‘is going to be around 100 years from now’

Warren Buffett’s the king of long-term investing. But which industry does the Berkshire Hathaway CEO think won’t be disrupted for…

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Twice the revenues at half the price: here’s why I’ve been buying this oversold FTSE 100 stock

After a 20% sell-off, Stephen Wright thinks shares in FTSE 100 pest control firm Rentokil are too cheap for him…

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Here’s the last investment I’d sell from my Stocks and Shares ISA

There are various reasons to sell an investment. But Stephen Wright has one investment in his Stocks and Shares ISA…

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Where will the Tesla share price be 5 years from now?

With robotaxis set to be unveiled next month, could ARK Invest be right in thinking the Tesla share price is…

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Why passive income investors should look at UK shares

Higher dividend yields, lower taxes, and reduced currency risks are three reasons for UK investors to look close to home…

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Forget the next 5 years, I think these UK dividend shares can last forever

Not much lasts forever. But Stephen Wright thinks some UK firms have advantages that mean their shares can be good…

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2 UK growth stocks I’d buy ahead of the Magnificent Seven

It’s not just the US that has growth stocks with terrific prospects. The UK also has some quality businesses that…

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