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Is Diageo stock the ultimate recession-proof investment to buy now?

| Mark Tovey

Diageo's strong brand portfolio makes it a wonderful buy at a fair price, I feel. I'm bullish on its ability…

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Index funds vs ETFs: what’s the best choice for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tracker funds can be a good choice for a Stocks and Shares ISA as they offer diversification at a low…

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Here’s how I’d turn a Stocks & Shares ISA into a reliable source of income

| Dr. James Fox

Investors in the UK can take advantage of the Stocks & Shares ISA investment wrapper to generate a consistent source…

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Will war in the Middle East sink FTSE 100 stocks?

| Mark Tovey

As the tragic Middle East headlines keep coming, our writer explores the possible impact on FTSE 100 stocks. Oil has…

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How I’d aim to make millions the Warren Buffett way

| Cliff D'Arcy

Warren Buffett has built a $115bn fortune from investing, while giving away $55bn. Here are five lessons that I finally…

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I’ve been loading up on cheap shares while I can

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains why stock market volatility today could be a perfect opportunity to snap up cheap shares for his…

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I think these are the best shares to buy now for 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These companies appear to offer excellent value for money for long-term investors, potentially being some of the best shares to…

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Forget a Cash ISA, here’s why I’d use a Stocks and shares ISA to aim for a million

| Alan Oscroft

A maxed-out Cash ISA could be worth a quarter of a million pounds now. Here's how a Stocks and Shares…

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How I’d prepare for a stock market crash in October 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This could be the month that the long-feared stock market crash actually happens. But is there really a reason to…

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No savings at 30? I’d aim to change that with the Warren Buffett/Charlie Munger method

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Following Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger’s simple investment strategy could lead to higher long-term returns, even when starting from scratch.

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Empty ISA? Here’s how I’d aim for £3,200 a month in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

UK residents can use the Stocks and Shares ISA as a vehicle to build wealth over the long run and…

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When will the FTSE 100 hit 8,000 again?

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 has been pulled one way and then another over the past 12 months. So, where will the…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Amazon shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Stephen Wright

Amazon shares have returned over 700% for investors over the last 10 years. But only if they managed to avoid…

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How I’d invest my first £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Kicking off an investment journey with a Stocks and Shares ISA can be overwhelming for new investors. Zaven Boyrazian shows…

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The average ISA is worth £33k. Here’s how I’d aim for triple that amount

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With the right type of ISA, a regular savings plan, and a solid investment strategy, it’s possible to build a…

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I’d buy the best UK shares at cheap prices now to aim to double my money

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying the best UK shares at discounted prices could lead to high returns over the long run. It could even…

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£10k in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £10k as a second income

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details how he'd aim to turn £10k in savings into a portfolio that can deliver at least…

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How I’d snap up cheap shares now to prepare for a 2024 market boom

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains his strategy to position his portfolio for a market rally next year and reveals some of the…

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I’d rush to buy these UK shares while they’re cheap

| Stephen Wright

As a group, UK shares have done well recently. But Stephen Wright thinks there are buying opportunities in two stocks…

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After hitting 52-week lows, should I buy the dip in this UK tobacco stock?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a large UK stock in the tobacco sector could be a smart buy when considering both…

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I’d invest £4.47 a day to earn passive income for life

| John Fieldsend

Could I build lifelong passive income for the cost of one pint of beer a day? Let’s look at how…

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Start investing with just £100? Why not?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why, if he'd never bought shares before, he'd still be willing to start investing with only £100…

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£20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA? Here’s how I’d aim to turn it into £100k

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a regular savings plan and a solid investment strategy, turning £20k in a Stocks And Shares ISA into £100k…

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2 stocks I’m expecting to buy this week

| Stephen Wright

A buy-to-let landlord and a drinks company with strong brands are at the top of Stephen Wright’s list of stocks…

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£10,000 in excess savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £2,500 annual second income

| Stephen Wright

Investing for a second income is a great use of excess cash. Stephen Wright thinks there’s a real opportunity in…

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How I’d invest my first £5,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| John Fieldsend

If I had £5,000 to invest in an ISA today, I’d follow a smart, low-risk strategy to earn big returns…

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£5k in an ISA? Here are 3 top FTSE 100 stocks I’d snap up today

| Ben McPoland

Now is a great time to have five grand parked in an investing account waiting to be deployed. Here are…

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Here’s how I’d start buying shares with a spare £500 – and why

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane outlines why, if he was a stock market novice, he would happily start buying shares with a few…

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Will the FTSE 100 crash before Christmas?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews the potential causes for a sharp move lower in the FTSE 100 in coming months and weighs…

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We’re due a stock market crash. These 3 steps mean I’m ready for it

| Harvey Jones

Even if we do get a stock market crash in October, I'm not worried. I've seen plenty of them before…

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I’d use these Warren Buffett methods to build wealth!

| Charlie Keough

This Fool often uses Warren Buffett as a source of inspiration for his investments. If he had to start today,…

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Think it’s too late to find cheap shares to buy? Think again!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Cheap shares are still all around us, but not every discount is a bargain. Zaven Boyrazian explains how to identify…

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How should I invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for a million?

| Stephen Wright

With £20,000 to invest Stocks and Shares ISA, what’s the best strategy for someone aiming to join the ranks of…

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No savings? Investors can still achieve financial freedom by following Warren Buffett

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

2023 might be the right time to start following Warren Buffett’s years of investing advice. Zaven Boyrazian explains some of…

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Stock market rally: how I’d invest £5,000 in British shares today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the stock market slowly making a comeback, Zaven Boyrazian explores which investment strategy is the best to follow when…

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Will the FTSE 100 crash this October?

| Dr. James Fox

October has been a month of notable stock market declines. So is the FTSE 100 safe at the. moment? Dr…

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Could I retire at 50 using this strategy for passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

For many investors, passive income is the end goal. Here, Dr James Fox highlights a strategy for wealth accumulation and…

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How to turn a £20k ISA into a second income of £10k a year!

| Charlie Carman

Buying dividend stocks in an ISA can be a good way to earn a second income. Here's how our writer…

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Will the stock market rally or crash 20%?

| Ben McPoland

There are contrasting views on where the stock market could be heading over the next year or two. Here's how…

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No savings in a SIPP? I’d use Warren Buffett’s ‘secret sauce’ strategy to build wealth

| Ben McPoland

If I were just starting to invest in a SIPP to build wealth, I'd note the Oracle of Omaha's advice…

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