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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

2 quality UK shares to consider buying near 52-week lows

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Sometimes, a cyclical downturn can create a great buying opportunity. In this spirit, Stephen Wright has a couple of UK…

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3 passive income mistakes to avoid

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The stock market’s a great place to look for passive income opportunities. But an important part of investing is figuring…

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This under-the-radar FTSE stock is set to print money in 2025

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FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks get a lot of attention. But looking beyond the familiar names can potentially bring…

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The 4 largest investments in my Stocks and Shares ISA are all outperforming the S&P 500 this year

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Beating the S&P 500's an ambition for many investors. But after a strong year for a few stocks, Stephen Wright's…

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Down 23%, this FTSE 250 stock could have further to fall

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Shares in JD Wetherspoon are falling as higher costs threaten to wipe out the FTSE 250 firm’s profits. So why…

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An 8.6% yield, but down 19%! Is it time for me to start earning passive income by buying shares in this FTSE 250 REIT?

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Is a reliable 8.6% yield enough to make this FTSE 250 real estate investment trust one of the best dividend…

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Can anything stop this FTSE 100 growth machine?

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Even the pandemic wasn’t able to halt the progress of FTSE 100 events company Informa. But is the stock still…

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2 FTSE 100 shares with strong growth prospects for 2025

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Sometimes the best growth prospects aren’t in the most obvious stocks. Stephen Wright looks at two FTSE 100 firms he…

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Which Coca-Cola shares are best for dividend investors to consider?

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When it comes to Coca-Cola shares, dividend investors are spoilt for choice. But what’s the difference between the UK-listed stocks…

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Can Rolls-Royce shares continue to outperform in 2025?

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Stephen Wright thought Rolls-Royce shares were undervalued heading into 2024. After a 90% rally, is this still the case with…

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Here’s what Warren Buffett says is ‘always a bad investment’

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Working out what to invest in can be difficult. But there’s one asset that Warren Buffett says long-term investors should…

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What’s the best stock for me to buy in today’s market?

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In a stock market concerned with political unrest, economic uncertainty, and artificial intelligence, Stephen Wright has a relatively uncomplicated idea.

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1 big mistake to avoid with a Stocks and Shares ISA

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Protection from taxes is a big advantage of a Stocks and Shares ISA. But it only matters if investors can…

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Which of these UK stocks is the better bargain in December?

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Stephen Wright thinks Diageo and Senior are very different UK stocks with very similar prospects. But which one offers better…

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I think Tesla stock’s overpriced. So why not short it?

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Our author thinks Tesla stock has got ahead of itself since the US election. So why not put his money…

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Here’s why the Lloyds share price faltered in November

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The threat of unspecified car loan liabilities kept the Lloyds share price in check during November. But is the market…

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Here’s why the Persimmon share price fell 14% in November

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November wasn’t a great month for UK house building companies. But the Persimmon share price indicated it has problems the…

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Could British American Tobacco shares actually provide a long-term second income?

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If next-generation products can replace lost cigarette earnings, then a FTSE 100 stock with an 8% dividend yield could be…

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Up 13% in a day, is this FTSE 250 stock set for a comeback?

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Shares in FTSE 250 footwear company Dr Martens jumped 13% on Thursday. But is an 18% revenue decline really something…

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What are the best value shares for me to buy in December?

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Stephen Wright thinks shares in UK companies looking to streamline their operations could be attractive opportunities for value investors next…

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Is this FTSE 100 stock really the next Rolls-Royce?

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JP Morgan analysts suggest shares in FTSE 100 aerospace manufacturer Melrose could be set for some big gains. Stephen Wright…

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2 top growth stocks I’m buying in December… before it’s too late

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When it comes to growth stocks, Stephen Wright thinks rising prices are limiting opportunities right now. But it’s quality, not…

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2 top dividend shares to consider buying in December

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When it comes to passive income in December, Stephen Wright's targeting shares in companies focused on paying dividends to investors.

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Here’s how Warren Buffett says he’d start investing today

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Warren Buffett says if he was starting again with investing, he’d try to find undervalued opportunities where other investors aren’t…

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Should I buy growth or value in my Stocks and Shares ISA?

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Here’s why Stephen Wright's looking past the difference between growth stocks and value shares when finding investments for his ISA.

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Is the stock market set for a crash in 2025?

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Could antitrust lawsuits derail US tech stocks and cause a stock market crash next year? Stephen Wright thinks the risks…

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30,000 shares in this FTSE 250 REIT could earn me £559 a month in passive income

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Real estate investment trusts can be great passive income investments. And Stephen Wright likes one from the FTSE 250 with…

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2 UK shares I’ve been buying this week

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From a value perspective, UK shares look attractive. But two in particular have been attracting Stephen Wright’s attention over the…

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Is now the time to buy BP shares? Here’s what the charts say

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The best time to buy shares in a company is when they’re trading at a discount. But the future is…

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An outstanding interim report sends the Halma share price surging 10%

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News of 13% revenue growth and a 17% increase in earnings per share has the Halma share price rising. And…

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Could divestitures unlock hidden value in shares of this FTSE 100 company?

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Stephen Wright thinks value investors looking for shares to buy should consider a FTSE 100 stock with a plan to…

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The Diploma share price falls 7% as revenues and profits keep growing. Time to buy?

| Stephen Wright

As Diploma continues its impressive growth, its share price is faltering. Stephen Wright takes a closer look at one of…

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Are stocks and shares the only way to become an ISA millionaire?

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With Cash ISAs offering 5%, do stocks and shares make sense at the moment? Over the longer term, Stephen Wright…

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Here’s my plan for long-term passive income

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On the lookout for passive income stocks to buy, Stephen Wright is turning to one of Warren Buffett’s most famous…

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Finding shares to buy can be complicated. Here’s a lesson from the US election

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Identifying shares to buy is difficult. But Stephen Wright thinks monitoring what directors buy might be an under-appreciated source of…

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2 UK shares I wish DIDN’T pay dividends

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UK dividend shares can be a great source of passive income. But sometimes, the best thing for a company to…

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2 UK stocks with outstanding growth prospects

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When it comes to growth stocks, the key's finding a company with a strong competitive position. And the FTSE 100…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks hedge funds have been buying

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A number of investors have been seeing opportunities in FTSE 100 shares recently. And Stephen Wright thinks two in particular…

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As like-for-like sales continue to fall, is the B&M European Value Retail SA (LSE:BME) share price a bargain?

| Stephen Wright

B&M European Value Retail is known for its low prices, but could growing like-for-like sales make the share price the…

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Here’s why the 3i share price is climbing after the company’s latest earnings update

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After the firm's latest earnings report, the 3i share price reflects a company going from strength to strength, with the…

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