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Recently released: December’s lower-risk, higher-yield Share Advisor recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Ice ideas will usually offer a steadier flow of income and is likely to be a slower-moving but more stable…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying in December [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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Recently released: December’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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Just released: our top 3 small-cap stocks to consider buying in December [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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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in December [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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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying before December [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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Just released: November’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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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in November [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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Here’s what I think is next for Royal Dutch Shell’s dividend

| Jay Yao

Given the expected global economic recovery in the coming years, Jay Yao writes what he thinks Royal Dutch Shell will…

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Forget the Lloyds share price! I’d buy other UK shares as a no-deal Brexit approaches

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price is sinking again on frightening Brexit news. Here I explain why I'll keep ignoring the bank…

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The Lloyds share price is falling on Brexit woes. Is it time to sell?

| Alan Oscroft

The Lloyds share price isn't the only one suffering under the twin pressures of Brexit and Covid-19. But here are…

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Why is the Rolls-Royce share price down 8% today?

| James J. McCombie

Rolls-Royce gave investors a trading update today and its share price slumped. What are investors reacting to within the report?

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How I’ll find the best dividend stocks for 2021

| Peter Stephens

Buying dividend stocks with high yields, affordable payouts and long-term growth potential could be a sound income investing strategy, in…

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FTSE 100 shares: what I’d buy for 2021

| Dan Peeke

As a tumultuous 2020 comes to a close, Dan Peeke looks to 2021 and three FTSE 100 shares he’d buy…

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6% dividend yields! A UK share I think will deliver HUGE returns despite a no-deal Brexit

| Royston Wild

The threat of a no-deal Brexit appears to be rising by the hour. Let me talk you through a top…

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Why I’d buy GlaxoSmithKline shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he believes GlaxoSmithKline shares are extremely attractive as a long-term investment.

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£3,000 to invest? 5 growth stocks I’d buy and hold in 2021

| Harshil Patel

Growth stocks should do well in a booming stock market. Here are five great companies I’d buy for a bull…

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How I’d invest £500 in UK shares right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

If I had a lump sum of £500 to invest right now, I'd put my money in a basket of…

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Investing for beginners: is age 40+ too late to start?

| Kirsteen Mackay

It's best to start Investing when you're young, but many don't realise this until age 40 or older. That doesn't…

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Small-caps predicted to soar in 2021! 2 cheap UK shares I’d buy for the new bull market

| Royston Wild

Small-caps have outperformed larger-cap companies in recent months. And I like these UK shares that are expected to keep soaring…

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I’d listen to Warren Buffett and Terry Smith to find the best UK shares to buy now

| Peter Stephens

The task of finding the best UK shares to buy now could be made easier by listening to the views…

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These cheap UK shares have dived in 2020. I’d buy them today!

| Peter Stephens

These cheap UK shares could benefit the most from a likely stock market recovery after their extremely disappointing performances in…

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Forget buy-to-let! House prices may crash in 2021 so I’m buying UK shares instead

| Harvey Jones

The stamp duty holiday has triggered another house price boom but I would rather buy UK shares in an ISA…

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The Ocado share price was the FTSE 100’s worst performer Thursday. Is the party over?

| Alan Oscroft

The Ocado (LON: OCDO) share price has soared in 2020. Here's why I think we could be seeing the first…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how I’d invest £1k a month in UK shares to retire with a million

| Peter Stephens

A plan to invest £1k a month in UK shares could lead to a surprisingly large portfolio. It may even…

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No-deal Brexit: I’d buy this UK stock to protect my wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A no-deal Brexit seems likely as the deadline quickly approaches. Zaven Boyrazian reveals a stock he’s invested in to protect…

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Worried about a no-deal Brexit? Here are the FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy to protect myself

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith outlines how he's looking to rebalance and buy defensive FTSE 100 stocks ahead of any potential risk surrounding…

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These 2 FTSE 100 stocks have bags of recovery potential. Here’s what I’d do now

| Harvey Jones

The retail sector is hurting after the collapse of Arcadia and Debenhams but that could work in favour of these…

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Top growth stocks! 2 cheap UK shares I’d buy in my ISA for 2021

| Royston Wild

I think these top UK shares could deliver exceptional profits growth in the next 12 months and beyond. Give me…

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Forget cash! I’d buy these brilliant FTSE 100 stocks for their 6%+ yields

| Harvey Jones

I would much rather generate income of more than 6% a year from top FTSE 100 stocks than leave my…

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Cheap shares: 2 more value traps to steer clear of in 2021!

| Cliff D'Arcy

Many FTSE 100 stocks have crashed in 2020, but I would avoid these two cheap shares in 2021. They smell…

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Here’s a growth stock I rate among my best shares to buy now

| Alan Oscroft

It's been a horrible year for growth stock investors. But I think companies boasting strong balance sheets could offer some…

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Cheap shares: Beware of these 2 value traps in 2021!

| Cliff D'Arcy

While the FTSE 100 is only down 9% in a year, these two stocks have imploded. But I wouldn't buy…

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The Airbnb IPO is here! This is what UK investors need to know

| James J. McCombie

Airbnb stock hits the markets on Thursday, 10 December, 2020. This is what I think about this exciting IPO.

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Why the Applegreen share price surged 40% in a single day

| Tom Rodgers

The Applegreen share price soared on the back of this takeover news. How much could AIM shareholders make on this…

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3 UK shares that could double again in 2021

| Christopher Ruane

These handpicked UK shares doubled in 2020 -- but Christopher Ruane thinks they could double again in 2021.

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Here’s what I think is next for BP’s dividend

| Jay Yao

Given the expected economic recovery, Jay Yao writes what he thinks BP management will do with the dividend in the…

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These are the FTSE 100’s biggest losers since 2019. I’d buy these cheap shares today

| Cliff D'Arcy

2020 has been a tough year for UK shareholders. These 10 FTSE 100 stocks are the biggest losers, but I…

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With £2k to invest in the FTSE 100, I’d choose these 2 dividend stocks

| Kevin Godbold

After their strong performance through the pandemic, I’d invest in these 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks now for their income…

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This FTSE 250 stock has jumped on good results. Here’s what I’d do now

| Alan Oscroft

I'm examining a FTSE 250 stock that has had a poor five years, but has been bouncing back in 2020.…

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UK shares tipped to “perform well” in 2021! I’d buy this cheap FTSE 100 stock for my ISA today

| Royston Wild

With UK share prices tipped to rebound in 2021, here's a cheap FTSE 100 stock I'm thinking of adding to…

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Why has the Frasers Group share price rocketed 13% today?

| Royston Wild

The Frasers Group share price has exploded again in Thursday business. Here, Royston Wild explains this fresh northwards move.

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Ocado shares are falling today. Is this FTSE 100 firm’s bubble finally bursting?

| Paul Summers

Ocado Group (LON:OCDO) shares are having a tough day despite the online supermarket raising earnings guidance. What's going on?

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I believe these are some of the best UK shares to buy now

| Rupert Hargreaves

I believe some of the best UK shares to buy right now can be found in the technology sector. Here…

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Stock market rally: I’d buy these UK shares today and hold them forever

| Rupert Hargreaves

The current stock market rally has helped lift the value of many UK shares. I think this could be just…

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Snowflake: should I buy this Warren Buffett stock for my ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Snowflake stock is on fire right now. In the last month, the shares – which are owned by Warren Buffett – have…

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I’d spend £5k right now on these 5 cheap dividend-paying UK shares to make a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Buying these cheap dividend-paying UK shares could produce a relatively attractive passive income in 2021... and in the coming years.

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This FTSE 100 share jumped 7% on Wednesday. I think it should come with a warning!

| Alan Oscroft

This soaring FTSE 100 growth share has had a great five years, and it's in an expanding business. But I'm…

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