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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

Thinking of investing in the stock market? Keep these basic rules in mind

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Investing in the stock market can put investors on the fast track to building wealth and earning passive income. And…

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Why Greggs shares crashed 40% in 2025

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Greggs has more stores than it had a year ago and total sales are higher, so is a 40% discount…

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Down 34% in 2025 — but could this be one of the UK’s top growth stocks for 2026?

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With clarity over research funding on the horizon, could Judges Scientific be one of the UK’s best growth stocks to…

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Which UK stocks can outperform in 2026?

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Slow growth, lower inflation, rising unemployment – what does it all mean for investors looking for UK stocks that can…

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Warren Buffett’s advice about the best investment you can make looks more relevant than ever in 2026

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Warren Buffett doesn’t really need to use artificial intelligence. But his advice on investing is more relevant than ever in…

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This 8% yield could be a great addition to a portfolio of dividend shares

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Penny stocks don't usually make for great passive income investments. But dividend investors should consider shares in this under-the-radar UK…

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Why this 9.71% dividend yield might be a rare passive income opportunity

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This REIT offers a 9.71% dividend yield from a portfolio with high occupancy, long leases, and strong rent collection from…

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A 50% discount to NAV makes this REIT’s 9.45% dividend yield impossible for me to ignore

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Stephen Wright thinks shares in this UK REIT could be worth much more than the stock market is giving them…

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Can the Lloyds share price hit £1.30 in 2026?

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Can the Lloyds share price reproduce its 2025 performance in the year ahead? Stephen Wright thinks investors shouldn’t be too…

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Down 45%, is it time to consider buying shares in this dominant tech company?

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In today’s stock market, it’s worth looking for opportunities to buy shares created by investors being more confident about AI…

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Is 2026 the year to consider buying oil stocks?

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The time to buy cyclical stocks is when they're out of fashion with investors. And that looks to be the…

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1 of the FTSE 100’s most reliable dividend stocks for me to buy now?

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With most dividend stocks with 6.5% yields, there's a problem with the underlying business. But LondonMetric Property is a rare…

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You can save £100 a month for 30 years to target a £2,000 a year second income, or…

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It’s never too early – or too late – to start working on building a second income. But there’s a…

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Is 2026 the year the Diageo share price bounces back?

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Will next year be the start of a turnaround for the Diageo share price? Stephen Wright looks at a key…

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Here’s my top FTSE 250 pick for 2026

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UK investors looking for under-the-radar opportunities should check out the FTSE 250. And 2026 could be an exciting year for…

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Here’s my number 1 passive income stock for 2026

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Stephen Wright thinks a 5.5% dividend yield from a company with a strong competitive advantage is something passive income investors…

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Are Tesco shares easy money heading into 2026?

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The supermarket industry is known for low margins and intense competition. But analysts are bullish on Tesco shares – and…

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Can this airline stock beat the FTSE 100 again in 2026?

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After outperforming the FTSE 100 in 2025, International Consolidated Airlines Group has a promising plan to make its business more…

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1 Stocks and Shares ISA mistake that will make me a better investor in 2026

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All investors make mistakes. The best ones learn from them. That’s Stephen Wright’s plan to maximise returns from his Stocks…

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The key number that could signal a recovery for the Greggs share price in 2026

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The Greggs share price has crashed in 2025, but is the company facing serious long-term challenges or are its issues…

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Can the Rolls-Royce share price hit £16 in 2026? Here’s what the experts think

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The Rolls-Royce share price has been unstoppable. Can AI data centres and higher defence spending keep the momentum going in…

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New to the stock market? Here’s how you can give yourself a huge advantage

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Stock market crashes can make buying shares intimidating. But investors don’t need specialist skills or knowledge to give themselves a big…

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UK stocks: the contrarian choice for 2026

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UK stocks aren’t the consensus choice for investors at the moment. But some smart money managers who are looking to…

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Down 20% in 2025, shares in this under-the-radar UK defence tech firm could be set for a strong 2026

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Cohort shares are down 20% this year, but NATO spending increases could offer UK investors a huge potential opportunity going…

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New to investing? Here’s Warren Buffett’s strategy for starting from scratch

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Warren Buffett says he could find opportunities to earn a 50% annual return in the stock market if he was…

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Last-minute Christmas shopping? These shares look like good value…

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Consumer spending has been weak in the US this year. But that might be creating opportunities for value investors looking…

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How I’m aiming to outperform the S&P 500 with just 1 stock

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A 25% head start means Stephen Wright feels good about his chances of beating the S&P 500 – at least,…

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Prediction: I think these FTSE 100 shares can outperform in 2026

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All businesses go through challenges. But Stephen Wright thinks two FTSE 100 shares that have faltered in 2025 could outperform…

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Is Alphabet still one of the best shares to buy heading into 2026?

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The best time to buy shares is when other investors are seeing risks. Is that the case with Google’s parent…

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Could the Barclays share price be the FTSE 100’s big winner in 2026?

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With OpenAI and SpaceX considering listing on the stock market, could investment banking revenues push the Barclays share price higher…

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Will the Nvidia share price crash in 2026? Here are the risks investors can’t ignore

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Is Nvidia’s share price in danger in 2026? Stephen Wright outlines the risks – and why some might not be…

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Here are my top US stocks to consider buying in 2026

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The US remains the most popular market for investors looking for stocks to buy. In a crowded market, where does…

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£20,000 in excess savings? Here’s how to try and turn that into a second income in 2026

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Stephen Wright outlines an opportunity for investors with £20,000 in excess cash to target a £1,450 a year second income…

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Is a 9% yield from one of the UK’s most reliable dividend shares too good to be true?

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Taylor Wimpey’s recent dividend record has been outstanding, but investors thinking of buying shares need to take a careful look…

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I asked ChatGPT for its top passive income ideas for 2026 and it said…

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Stephen Wright is looking for passive income ideas for 2026. But can asking artificial intelligence for insights offer anything valuable?

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The stock market might crash in 2026. Here’s why I’m not worried

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When Michael Burry forecasts a crash, the stock market takes notice. But do long-term investors actually need to worry about…

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Is this FTSE 250 retailer set for a dramatic recovery in 2026?

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FTSE 250 retailer WH Smith is moving on from the accounting issues that have weighed on it in 2025. But…

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UK shares look cheap — but the market might be about to take notice

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UK shares have traded at a persistent discount to their US counterparts. This can create huge opportunities, but investors need…

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This FTSE 100 growth machine is showing positive signs for a 2026 recovery

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FTSE 100 distributor Bunzl is already the second-largest holding in Stephen Wright’s Stocks and Shares ISA. What should his next…

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Stop missing out! A Stocks and Shares ISA could help you retire early

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Investors who don't use a Stocks and Shares ISA get all the risks that come with investing but with less…

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