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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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Forget Legal & General, I’d rather buy these UK dividend shares instead

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Shares with a 9% dividend yield can be attractive, especially when the company’s main product isn’t in decline. But is…

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Imperial Brands vs British American Tobacco: which should investors prefer for long-term passive income?

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The long-term future of tobacco stocks as passive income investments depends on their ability to move past cigarettes. Which one…

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I’d listen to Warren Buffett when I look for UK shares to buy

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UK shares are holding up well in a volatile stock market. But as Stephen Wright points out, resilience doesn’t have…

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At a P/E ratio of 17, are Airbnb shares unbelievable value?

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Does a 31% decline over the last 12 months mean value investors should start paying attention to Airbnb shares as…

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1 oversold growth stock I’m buying as investors worry about a US recession

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With the US jobs market pointing towards a recession, there’s an under-the-radar growth stock down 69% that Stephen Wright thinks…

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Last chance to consider buying NatWest shares for a September dividend

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NatWest shares are about to trade without a dividend worth 1.8% of the current share price. So should investors think…

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What’s going on with the stock market?

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Rising interest rates in Japan are causing share prices to fall, especially in the US. With the stock market heading…

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With the market falling, I’m looking to be strategic with my Stocks and Shares ISA

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Share prices are falling, but investors still need to be careful. Stephen Wright is taking a strategic approach with his…

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£25,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d look to earn a second income from the UK property market

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Higher interest rates made being a buy-to-let landlord difficult. But the UK housing market could still be a great place…

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Down 20% in a day, is this FTSE 250 stock a golden opportunity?

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Shares in FTSE 250 airline Wizz Air just plunged as engine issues crushed profits. But this looks like a short-term…

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Why the NatWest share price climbed 17% in July

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The NatWest share price isn’t showing signs of slowing down after an outstanding 12 months. Is it too late to…

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2 quality income shares that are on sale right now

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Buying quality shares at discount prices is the way to generate a lasting passive income. So where are the opportunities…

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Is Rolls-Royce now one of the best dividend shares to buy?

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The FTSE 100 has a wealth of options for dividend investors looking for shares to buy. But is the 'newest'…

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Would you take £10,000 in cash, or a £100 monthly passive income?

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£10,000's a decent amount of cash. But investors should be careful not to underestimate the long-term value of a regular…

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Why the Persimmon share price soared 18% in July

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The Persimmon share price outpaced the rest of the FTSE 100 in July as a new government brought new potential…

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As the FTSE 100 approaches new highs, UK shares still look cheap

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US stocks are expensive and emerging markets can bring economic risks. Stephen Wright thinks UK shares offer investors the best…

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My top 2 shares to buy in August

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While things haven’t been easy for consumer-facing companies in 2024, Stephen Wright sees opportunities to buy shares in August to…

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The falling Croda International share price is getting difficult to ignore

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The Croda International share price is at its lowest level since 2017. It’s a quality business, but is this a…

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As the Reckitt share price falls another 8%, what should investors do?

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The Reckitt share price is down 8% as the uncertainties around the company’s liabilities intensifies. But is this an opportunity…

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2 growth stocks on my list to buy in August

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Growth stocks don’t all look the same. And Stephen Wright has two quite different opportunities in mind for his August…

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How to turn a £20k ISA into a £343 monthly second income

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The key to turning cash today into a meaningful second income is compounding it at a high rate. Stephen Wright…

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Does the latest earnings report make the Rightmove share price a bargain?

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With revenues growing 7%, Stephen Wright thinks investors should listen to Warren Buffett when it comes to the Rightmove share…

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The Unilever share price jumps 7% as the turnaround takes shape. Is it too late to buy?

| Stephen Wright

2024's been a good year for the Unilever share price. But with the business putting up strong results, could there…

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Primary Health Properties: a FTSE 250 REIT with a 6% yield, a growing dividend, and a positive outlook

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After its latest results show rental income growth, Stephen Wright's looking to buy a FTSE 250 REIT set to benefit…

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Unilever: a passive income stock with potential for decades of dividend growth

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Stephen Wright thinks Unilever can keep reducing its share count for years to come. And this should help make it…

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The Ryanair share price is too cheap for me to ignore

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The Ryanair share price is falling as weak travel demand looks set to cut profits by 46%. But Stephen Wright…

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2 of the widest moats in the FTSE 100

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A durable competitive advantage is key to a good investment. And Stephen Wright thinks a couple of FTSE 100 firms…

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Would I be crazy to buy Lloyds shares at a 52-week high?

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Lloyds shares are up 30% over the last 12 months. But at a P/E ratio of 8, is it too…

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2 picks that could supercharge a Stocks and Shares ISA

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Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA can bring spectacular returns. But the most important thing for investors is working…

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Recommended by Warren Buffett, this top hedge fund’s betting on Rolls-Royce shares

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When Warren Buffett ended his previous investment partnership, he recommended Bill Ruane’s Sequoia Fund. Today, its largest investment is in…

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

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

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

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

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The B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LSE:BME) share price gains on rising Q2 revenues. Time to buy?

| Stephen Wright

Despite lower like-for-like sales, the B&M European Value Retail S.A. (LON:BME) share price is rising. What is it that the…

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Down 96%, is this iconic FTSE 250 company an unmissable bargain?

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Aston-Martin Lagonda is the worst-performing FTSE 250 stock of the last decade. But as a key inflection point approaches, are…

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8.5% dividend yield! Time to buy this out-of-favour passive income stock?

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NewRiver Reit’s retail assets appear to lack pricing power. But a closer look reveals an interesting passive income opportunity for…

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Time to sell this FTSE 100 underperformer, says Goldman Sachs

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Analysts at one investment bank have a ‘sell’ rating on FTSE 100 stock Diageo. But could a short-term weakness in…

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Are Burberry shares a bargain or a value trap?

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Appearances can be misleading in the stock market. Shares that look like a bargain can turn out to be a…

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How I’m targeting a £10,000 second income from dividend shares

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Dividend shares are a great source of extra cash. But Stephen Wright thinks investors looking to finance a comfortable retirement…

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1 UK stock that could rise 30% by 2026

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AG Barr looks like a boring business selling Irn Bru. But UK stock investors might be surprised at the company’s…

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JD Wetherspoon: a growth stock with record sales and a long-term competitive advantage

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Sometimes a stock's performance doesn’t reflect the growth in the underlying business. When this happens, it can be a great…

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