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4 ways Warren Buffett has made me a better investor

| Cliff D'Arcy

After 80 years of investing, 93-year-old legend Warren Buffett has a $121bn fortune. Here are four of his lessons that…

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Here’s my #1 Warren Buffett quote to help me build wealth in 2024

| Alan Oscroft

What should we do when the economy is dark, and the financial headlines are all gloomy? I have an idea…

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Are these 2 FTSE 100 companies recession-resistant?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores two FTSE 100 giants that could outperform the stock market in the event of a near-term recession…

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Leverage the correction and buy dirt-cheap shares to target a richer lifestyle

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores his strategy for buying cheap shares in uncertain, volatile market conditions for long-term wealth creation.

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Is now a great time to invest in the FTSE 100?

| Kevin Godbold

The FTSE 100 has been rising, but the modest valuation and a decent dividend yield suggest the possibility of a…

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Is this the best time to buy FTSE 250 stocks in over a decade?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 250 has been far more volatile compared to the FTSE 100 this past year, but it may hold…

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Could these undervalued stocks make me a Stocks & Shares ISA millionaire?

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks & Shares ISA allows UK residents to invest in the stock market without paying tax on their returns.…

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Will the stock market crash in 2024?

| Ben McPoland

Ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical problems aren't the ideal backdrop for the stock market as we head into the New Year.

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Putting £200 aside each month? Here’s how I’d aim for £35,059 in passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Plenty of us put a bit of cash aside each month. Here's how I look to get that money working…

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Where to find the best stock market opportunities

| Stephen Wright

November gains mean the stock market is more expensive than it was. But Stephen Wright still thinks there are bargains…

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Here’s how I’d aim for a million from FTSE 100 shares, starting now

| Alan Oscroft

Is hitting the magic milestone of a million pounds from FTSE 100 shares a realistic goal for a new investor?…

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Instead of buy-to-let, I’d aim for a million with a SIPP!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Using a SIPP to make a million could be a more prudent and tax-efficient approach than buy-to-let. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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How to invest £100 a month like Warren Buffett

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett has built a multi-billion-dollar fortune in the stock market, but his tactics can easily apply to investors with…

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£12,500 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £583 as a monthly second income!

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. We might not need it today, but we're building for the future.…

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Better buy: Shell or BP shares?

| Stephen Wright

BP shares trade at a much lower P/E ratio than the other FTSE 100 oil major. But Stephen Wright is…

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A no-brainer FTSE 100 stock to buy and hold for the next decade?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I’m hunting for bargains as potential new additions to my portfolio for the long run. Is this FTSE 100 stock…

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Trying to get richer? I’d invest in UK shares over bonds right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains why and how he believes UK shares have the power to outperform other asset classes when it…

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Trying to retire early using a stock market crash? Here’s how

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A stock market crash can be a catalyst for growth to boost investment returns. Zaven Boyrazian explains how to capitalise…

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Investing £10 a day in the FTSE 100 index to aim for a million!

| Charlie Carman

Investing £10 a day in the FTSE 100 index could potentially deliver a £1m portfolio for long-term investors, but is…

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4 different ways I could make money from the FTSE 100

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how the FTSE 100 and broader stock market can be used in various ways to achieve his…

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How much do I need to invest in FTSE 100 shares to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income?

| John Fieldsend

The FTSE 100 looks terrific for dividends right now, here’s how I’d build a chunky monthly income while conditions are…

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With a spare £500, I’d invest in these 2 UK shares

| Charlie Keough

This Fool thinks UK shares are undervalued. With £500, he'd focus his attention on this luxury goods giant and miniature…

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No savings at 40? I’d use the Warren Buffett method to build wealth

| Ben McPoland

Warren Buffett’s successful eight decades of stock picking has already inspired millions of people around the world to start investing.

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I’d drip-feed £200 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a £16,634 second income

| John Fieldsend

This quick calculation is all that’s needed to show how small, consistent, and shrewd investments can lead to a sizable…

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Should I wait for a stock market crash to buy shares?

| Charlie Keough

This Fool knows the unique opportunity a stock market crash presents to buy cheap shares. But should he wait or…

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With £1,000 to invest, I’d buy cheap UK stocks to hold for 20 years

| Stephen Wright

Whether it’s building wealth or earning passive income, Stephen Wright thinks the FTSE 100 and the FTSE 250 have great…

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What if I had invested £5,000 in this FTSE 100 company 5 years ago?

| Kate Leaman

It’s easy to have 2020 vision when it comes to investing. Here’s one FTSE 100 stock that would have added…

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£4,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into passive income of £300 a month!

| Charlie Carman

Charlie Carman outlines how he'd target a sizeable passive income portfolio via long-term investing, starting with just £4k in the…

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Investing For Beginners

I’d drip feed £350 into cheap shares each month before the rally!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying cheap shares on a regular basis can help investors achieve financial freedom. Zaven Boyrazian explains how to capitalise on…

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I’d drip feed £70 a week into this FTSE 100 giant for £1,000 in passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The UK stock market is filled with top-notch income stocks. But this FTSE 100 enterprise might be one of the…

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I’d copy Warren Buffett and buy this stock!

| Charlie Keough

This Fool is looking to take some of Warren Buffett's wisdom and apply it to his portfolio. Here's one stock…

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Rolls-Royce shares have been soaring! But is this FTSE 250 stock a better buy right now?

| Stephen Wright

Post-pandemic tailwinds have been pushing the engine manufacturer's share price higher. But I think a FTSE 250 stock has much…

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If I’d invested £12.5k in this stock market index 40 years ago, I’d now have £1m

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This simple calculation shows that investing in the stock market for the long term is one of the best ways…

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Buy-to-let is dying! Here’s how I’d earn a second income with £10k

| Dr. James Fox

Many Britons invest in stocks and shares for a second income. But investing in BTL still remains popular despite a…

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This FTSE 100 stock is down 10%. Here’s why I’m hoping it falls further

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks Barclays has a unique position among FTSE 100 banks. But is a falling share price a concern…

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Here’s 1 thriving FTSE 100 stock I’d snap up in November

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stock market volatility has created some exciting opportunities within FTSE 100 stocks. But is this business currently the best bargain?

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I’d adapt Buffett’s strategy and start buying the best UK shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian believes following Warren Buffett’s principles can help investors profit from volatile UK shares in 2023 and beyond.

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How I’d aim to turn £10k into £1m with a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Building a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA is a challenging journey. But even for investors with just £10k, it’s possible…

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How I’d prepare for a stock market crash in 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With some high-profile investors expecting a stock market crash, Zaven Boyrazian explores how to prepare and profit from the worst-case…

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Stock market warning! Why good news for share prices might be bad news for investors

| Stephen Wright

The stock market has been responding positively to some good news lately. But Stephen Wright thinks investors need to be…

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