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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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My 4-step passive income plan for early retirement

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Stephen Wright is looking to use his investments to provide him with passive income. Here’s his plan for building a…

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My top 5 growth stocks to build wealth in 2023 and beyond

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Stephen Wright thinks that a 2023 recession can drive the price of growth stocks even lower. He’s getting ready to…

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Is now a good time to open a Stocks and Shares ISA?

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Stephen Wright thinks now is a great time to open a Stocks and Shares ISA. Here’s why he’s not concerned…

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How I’d invest £1,000 per month in income stocks to aim for a million using the Warren Buffett method

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By investing in strong companies and avoiding risk, Stephen Wright plans to turn £1,000 per month into £1,000,000 while investing…

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4 Warren Buffett investing lessons for 2023

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Stephen Wright thinks investors can learn from the year gone by via two simple Warren Buffett principles. What are they…

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Is the current stock market a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity?

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Lower share prices mean better opportunities for investors. Stephen Wright sets out his plan to take advantage of stock market…

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My top 5 stocks to buy in 2023 and beyond

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Stephen Wright is expecting a recession in 2023. And he’s getting ready by making a list of stocks to buy…

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Here’s how much a £1,000 investment in Apple shares 5 years ago would be worth today

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Over the last five years, Apple shares have been terrific. But things have been different in 2022. Stephen Wright thinks…

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Why 2023 could be a great year for FTSE 100 stocks

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How does 2023 look for FTSE 100 stocks? Stephen Wright explains why he’s optimistic on the prospects for the UK…

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1 of the best high yield UK stocks to buy today… and 1 to avoid

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Great businesses sometimes make great investments. But not always. Stephen Wright thinks this point is illustrated by considering these two…

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How I’d invest £1,000 today to start earning passive income in 2023 and beyond

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Stephen Wright thinks passive income is the key to bridging the gap between inflation and wage increases. Here’s how he’d…

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How to build wealth with dividend stocks using the Warren Buffett method

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Can dividend stocks make me rich? The answer might be more complicated than it seems. Stephen Wright is looking at…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’ll buy in 2023

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Stephen Wright is looking for FTSE 100 shares to buy in the New Year. But with the index up in…

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Is the IAG share price a bargain? Here’s what I think Warren Buffett would say

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Shares in International Consolidated Airlines Group have been beating the FTSE 100 handily over the last six months. But is…

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Should I cash in my Stocks and Shares ISA?

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Is now a good time to be in cash rather than stocks? Stephen Wright explains why he’s sticking with the…

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2 growth stocks to buy for passive income in 2023

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With P/E ratios above 20 and dividend yields below 1%, why does Stephen Wright see growth stocks like Apple and…

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1 income stock to buy for passive income in 2023 and beyond

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Stephen Wright is preparing for a recession. He’s found an income stock with a competitive advantage that allows it to…

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1 top FTSE 250 growth stock I’d buy in December

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Stephen Wright has a FTSE 250 stock he’s looking to buy. A falling share price and a growing business are…

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1 under-the-radar stock I’d buy to invest like Warren Buffett

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Warren Buffett has demanding criteria when he looks for stocks to buy. Here’s one that I think fits the bill,…

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With a spare £100, I’d buy these dividend shares to start building passive income today

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Can I invest with just £100? Absolutely! Stephen Wright details the dividend shares that he’d buy to turn £100 today…

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1 stock to double down on in December

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Amazon.com stock is down 44% since the start of the year. But with the underlying business in good shape, I’m…

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3 cheap shares I’m looking to buy in December

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Inflation and rising interest rates have caused stock market volatility. I’m looking to take advantage by buying cheap shares for…

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Here are all the UK shares I’ve been buying in 2022

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A volatile stock market has been generating buying opportunities for investors this year. Stephen Wright has been seizing the opportunity…

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2 inflation-resistant stocks to buy from the FTSE 100 in December

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Warren Buffett says that a wonderful business provides one of the best defences against rising prices. Here are two from…

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With hardly any savings at 40, I’d use the Warren Buffett method for generating passive income

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With enough cash in the bank to see off emergencies, Stephen Wright is looking to start building passive income streams…

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With £866 to invest, I’d buy 40 shares of this UK stock

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Halma’s competitive position, balance sheet, and cash generation make it a great UK stock. Down 31% this year, I’m looking…

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1 FTSE 100 stock to buy in December

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With inflation at 11%, Stephen Wright is looking to protect himself in December by buying a FTSE 100 stock that…

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1 Warren Buffett stock I’m ‘never’ selling

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Warren Buffett has managed a 2,000% return on Coca-Cola by buying shares and never selling them. Here’s the stock I’m…

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What are the best stocks to buy in December?

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Stephen Wright has been looking for stocks to buy. At the top of his list is a stock that’s trading…

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3 dividend stocks I’m buying in December

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Stephen Wright is looking to give his passive income a boost in December. Here are the three dividend stocks he’s…

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1 stock I’d put 100% of my net worth into

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Going all in on a stock is an extremely risky business. But which stock would our author choose to put…

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What Michael Burry has been buying to prepare for a stock market crash

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Michael Burry has been saying for some time that there’s a stock market crash on the way. Here’s what he’s…

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After the Autumn Statement, I’m loading up on dividend stocks in my Stocks and Shares ISA

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Taxes on dividends are set to rise after the Autumn Statement this week. Here’s what I plan to do with…

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Warren Buffett keeps buying this dividend stock. Should I?

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Chevron is now the third-largest investment in the Berkshire Hathaway stock portfolio. Should I boost my passive income by following…

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Has the stock market bottomed out?

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Positive inflation news from the US on Thursday sent share prices higher. Is the stock market ready for a recovery,…

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I’d buy 1,194 shares of this UK dividend stock for £100 in passive income

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Aviva’s preferred stock has a 7% yield and a dividend cut is less likely than with the common equity. That’s…

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Alphabet shares are down 40%. Should I buy the dip?

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Alphabet shares have fallen by 40% over the last 12 months. But with the core business continuing to grow, is…

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I’m buying 505 shares of this REIT for £100 in monthly passive income

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One of the best passive income stocks in my portfolio is a Real Estate Investment Trust. Over time, I’m looking…

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I’d buy 222 shares of this FTSE 250 stock for £100 in annual passive income

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Buying 222 shares of Diploma could get me £100 per year in dividends. Here’s why I think the FTSE 250…

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Are higher interest rates good for investors?

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Interest rates in the UK reached their highest levels since 2008. Here’s why our author thinks that could be good…

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