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9 stocks that Fools have been buying!

| The Motley Fool Staff

Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying these stocks in recent weeks.

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Just released: April’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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5 stocks that Fools think are overvalued

| The Motley Fool Staff

There are a few famous value investors who spring to mind that might take one look at these stocks, and…

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Just released: our 3 top small-cap stocks to buy before May [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Small-cap shares tend to be more volatile than larger companies, so we suggest investors should look to build up a…

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“The last FTSE 100 stock I’d sell in a recession is…”

| The Motley Fool Staff

It's well worth considering some recession-resiliant stocks as part of a diversifed portfolio. Here, our free-site writers offer up their…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to buy in April [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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“The last holding I’d want to sell in my Stocks and Shares ISA is…”

| The Motley Fool Staff

Happy New Tax Year, to all Stocks and Shares ISA owners! The £20,000 allowance has reset -- will you be…

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Recently released: our latest Hidden Winners ‘sell’ recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Here at The Motley Fool, we don’t hide the fact that ‘selling’ is part of the investment equation.

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1 FTSE dividend stock I’d put 100% of my money into for passive income!

| Charlie Carman

If I could invest in just one stock to generate a regular passive income stream, I'd choose this FTSE 100…

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Forecasts are down, but I see a bright future for FTSE 100 dividend stocks

| Alan Oscroft

Cash forecasts for UK dividend stocks are falling... time to panic! Actually, no. I reckon the future has never looked…

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Down 13% in April, AIM stock YouGov now looks like a top-notch bargain

| Ben McPoland

YouGov is an AIM stock that has fallen into potential bargain territory. Its vast quantity of data sets it up…

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Beating the S&P 500? I’d buy this FTSE 250 stock for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Paul Summers

Beating the S&P 500's tricky, but Paul Summers is optimistic on this FTSE 250 stock's ability to deliver based on…

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2 spectacular passive income stocks I’d feel confident going all in on

| Mark David Hartley

While it's true that diversification is key when it comes to safe and reliable investing, these two passive income stocks…

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The easyJet share price is taking off. I think it could soar!

| Paul Summers

The easyJet share price is having a very good day. Paul Summers takes a look at the latest trading update…

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9 stocks that Fools have been buying!

| The Motley Fool Staff

Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying these stocks in recent weeks.

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As the Rentokil share price dips on Q1 news, I ask if it’s time to buy

| Alan Oscroft

The Rentokil Initial share price has disappointed investors in the past 12 months. Could this be the year we get…

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Could dirt cheap Volex be one of the best UK stocks to buy today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

When looking for stocks to buy, it can pay to seek out long-term growth potential at a reasonable price. One…

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Down 50% in 5 years, this is the FTSE 250 stock I want to buy now

| Alan Oscroft

Think the FTSE 100 is the only place to find top value dividend stocks? I think this FTSE 250 stock…

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What will a general election mean for the UK stock market?

| James Beard

The Prime Minister must hold an election before 28 January 2025. Our writer considers what the consequences might be for…

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £1,231 monthly second income!

| Simon Watkins

Generating a sizeable second income can be life-enhancing, and it can be done from relatively small investments in high-dividend-paying stocks.

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I don’t care how much FTSE bosses are paid as long as they make me rich!

| James Beard

Facing accusations of greed, the pay packages of FTSE CEOs are back in the headlines. But our writer takes a…

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Is the Lloyds share price overvalued right now?

| Ken Hall

This Fool has loved watching the Lloyds share price climb higher in 2024. Here are three good reasons why I’m…

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Everyone’s talking about Tesla shares. Should I buy?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the price of Tesla shares has been falling fast, but flags up the imminent results release…

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Is Legal & General’s share price the best bargain in the FTSE 100?

| Simon Watkins

Legal & General’s share price looks very undervalued to me. It also yields 8.3% and seems set to benefit from…

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Investor warning: I’d listen to Warren Buffett before buying Lloyds shares

| Stephen Wright

Lloyds shares look like a bargain, especially compared to their US counterparts. But Stephen Wright thinks there might be a…

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Investing freedom — but inside a pension

| Malcolm Wheatley

Strapped consumers might be cutting back on investing, but they’re still keeping up their pension contributions. The only problem? A…

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Forget gold! I’d rather buy these 3 FTSE high-yielders in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Harvey Jones

Gold looks like a risky investment to me as the price hits an all-time high. I'm ignoring the fuss to…

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This 55p UK stock could rise more than 300%, according to a City broker

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This UK stock has fallen from above 800p to below 60p. But analysts at Citi believe it’s capable of a…

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I think this FTSE 250 trust has all the right ingredients to lock in long-term profits

| Mark David Hartley

Today I'm examining the prospects of a private equity investment trust on the FTSE 250 that caught my attention recently…

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2 under-the-radar UK shares investors should consider snapping up

| Sumayya Mansoor

Two UK shares have caught the eye of our writer. She explains why investors should be taking a closer look…

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Are these 2 ultra-high-yielding income stocks a good buy for me?

| Sumayya Mansoor

These two income stocks often split the debate amongst investors. So what does our writer think of them as potential…

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5% yield! This dividend stock could be great for my retirement

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer explains why this dividend stock appeals to her as she’s investing to build wealth to enjoy in the…

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I’d aim for a second income of £1,000 a month with this super-reliable dividend stock

| Mark David Hartley

I think a great way to build a second income stream is by investing in dividend stocks via a Stocks…

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Will copper growth lift the Rio Tinto share price over £60?

| Roland Head

Roland Head takes a look at the share price of FTSE 100 miner Rio Tinto. With a dividend yield of…

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Does a 30% price drop make YouGov one of the best AIM shares to buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

The YouGov share price has fallen by nearly a third in two months. So, does it now make it on…

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Why the ASOS share price spiked 9% today after H1 results

| Ben McPoland

With the ASOS share price up today, this Fool is wondering whether a big turnaround might be on the cards…

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Is this news just what the Entain share price needs for a fresh boost?

| Alan Oscroft

The Entain share price has fallen in the past few years. But the latest Q1 update suggests the future is…

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Billionaire Warren Buffet has 43% of his Berkshire portfolio in Apple stock!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks at some pros and cons of Warren Buffett's biggest holding, and explains why he won't be buying…

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Even at £5+, BP’s share price still looks around 50% undervalued against its peers to me

| Simon Watkins

BP’s share price still looks very undervalued to me, given its strong core business and more pragmatic energy transition strategy.

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Using the Warren Buffett approach, here are 2 British stocks I like

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explores two UK stocks he likes and feels Warren Buffett might like too, based on the great man's…

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Down 27%, but set for major growth, this hidden FTSE gem looks cheap to me

| Simon Watkins

This powerhouse FTSE stock has embarked on a new growth strategy that’s already showing good results, but it looks undervalued…

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Here’s why the Vodafone share price could be a big FTSE 100 winner in 2024

| Alan Oscroft

What's the best thing about the Vodafone share price being down so low? When pessimism is at its worst, it…

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5 ideas for passive income while I sleep

| Cliff D'Arcy

Of the many forms of passive income, I'm considering these five options. But one of these possible routes to riches…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price running out of steam?

| Charlie Carman

The Rolls-Royce share price has enjoyed a remarkable rally since late 2022, but there are fears that further positive potential…

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2 dividend growth shares I’ve just bought for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright's been looking beyond the UK for dividend shares in the last couple of weeks. Here are the opportunities…

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Is the dirt cheap BP share price an unmissable opportunity or deadly trap?

| Harvey Jones

The BP share price has picked up as Middle East tensions drive crude oil past $90 a barrel. Yet Harvey…

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2 shares I’d avoid like the plague in this stock market!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The stock market can be a dangerous place, especially for unwary or inexperienced investors. Here are two stocks I'd never…

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Could the FTSE 100 be set to soar in 2024?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 keeps threatening to go off on a growth spree. And weak sentiment keeps holding it back. But…

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