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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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A dirt-cheap 8.5%-yielding FTSE 100 dividend stock that I’d buy for 2021

| Rupert Hargreaves

Investors could benefit from owning this FTSE 100 dividend stock while it trades at a low level and offers a…

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I’d learn from Warren Buffett to make a million from the stock market crash

| Harvey Jones

The stock market crash offers a great opportunity to make a million from investing in cheap UK shares. These tips…

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Stock market crash: 3 of the best cheap UK shares I’d buy in an ISA in November to make a million

| Royston Wild

Has there ever been a better time to try and become a Stocks and Shares ISA millionaire? Here are three…

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Stock market crash part 2: a rare chance to make a million from cheap UK shares?

| Peter Stephens

A second stock market crash could provide buying opportunities among cheap UK shares, in my view. It may even help…

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These cheap shares pay out billions in cash every year. I’d buy some today!

| Cliff D'Arcy

These five big British businesses pay out many billions in cash to shareholders each year. Which of these cheap shares…

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These cheap shares pay the UK’s biggest dividends. But which would I buy?

| Cliff D'Arcy

These five cheap shares are the FTSE 100's dividend darlings -- the stocks paying the largest cash dividends to shareholders.…

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3 reasons why I believe this FTSE 250 stock is a recovery buy

| Jabran Khan

This Fool gives three reasons why he believes this FTSE 250 insurance firm is a potential recovery buy after the…

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Stock market crash 2020: buying cheap UK shares could help an investor to retire early

| Peter Stephens

The 2020 stock market crash means there’s a range of cheap UK shares. Buying high-quality businesses could help an investor…

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No savings at 40? I’d follow Warren Buffett’s tips and buy cheap UK shares to make a million

| Peter Stephens

Buying cheap UK shares could lead to impressive returns, in my view. It may even help an investor to follow…

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Market crash 2.0: How I’m preparing!

| Kirsteen Mackay

Worries of another 2020 market crash are increasing as a second UK lockdown looms. Which shares look a good buy…

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Can I retire by 50 using the passive income from FTSE 100 dividend investing?

| Jon Smith

By being smart with passive income received from dividend investing, Jonathan Smith thinks it's definitely possible to retire earlier than…

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Stock market crash! Why I’d buy these 2 cheap UK dividend shares now for a passive income

| Peter Stephens

Buying these two UK dividend shares after the recent stock market crash could be a means of obtaining a passive…

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Top stocks for an ISA! 2 cheap UK shares I’d buy today to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

These two cheap UK shares could offer long-term growth potential, in my opinion. They could even help an investor to…

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3 steps to find top dividend stocks to buy in November 2020

| Peter Stephens

Dividend stocks with affordable shareholder payouts, solid finances and sound business models may be among the most appealing opportunities, in…

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Stock market crash: I’d buy this cheap UK share in an ISA for a long economic downturn

| Royston Wild

I haven't stopped buying UK shares despite the uncertain economic outlook. I reckon British investors still have plenty to look…

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Could this online retail stock become a tech giant?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With England moving into a second lockdown, Zaven Boyrazian dives into a freshly pivoted technology stock disguised as an online…

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Forget the Lloyds share price! I’d rather buy this cheap FTSE 100 share in my ISA in November

| Royston Wild

I'm not taking a gamble on the Lloyds share price. I'd much rather buy this FTSE 100 superstar for my…

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These three cheap shares have crashed over 25%! Which would I buy today?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, these three cheap shares have suffered a terrible 2020. But which would I buy to…

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Have £5k to invest? Here are 5 shares I’d buy for a FTSE 100 starter portfolio

| Roland Head

The market has so far reacted calmly to lockdown news. Roland Head says he's continuing to look for FTSE 100…

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Stock market crash: a 6.3%-yielding UK share I’d buy in an ISA in November

| Royston Wild

Recent weakness on stock markets presents a brilliant dip-buying opportunity. Here's one dividend-paying UK share I'm thinking of buying today.

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The FTSE 100 is at its lowest for six months. I’d buy these FTSE 100 stocks now

| Stuart Blair

Last week, the FTSE 100 declined around 5% due to rising worries. But I believe this offers a perfect opportunity…

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Negative interest rates: two dividend stocks I’ve bought to earn 3%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If we see negative interest rates in the UK, it will become even harder to build wealth. Edward Sheldon is…

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HSBC’s share price is climbing. Should I buy the stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

HSBC's share price fell to 282p in September. Since then, it has jumped 15%. Has the outlook improved? And is…

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Two UK growth stocks I’d buy in November to build long-term wealth

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

As we begin November, stock market volatility is high. Edward Sheldon believes this could present some great opportunities to buy…

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Stock market crash: I’d buy cheap UK shares in November to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

The stock market crash could provide buying opportunities among high-quality UK shares, in my opinion. They could help an investor…

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The Boohoo share price: is now the perfect time to buy?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Are recent declines a fantastic buying opportunity for the Boohoo share price, or are they a sign of further trouble…

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Worried about the State Pension? I’d buy UK shares in an ISA to retire in comfort

| Peter Stephens

Buying UK shares in an ISA could provide a generous nest egg that helps an investor overcome the State Pension's…

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Forget NS&I Premium Bonds and Income Bonds. I’d make a passive income with FTSE 100 shares

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could offer a more attractive passive income than NS&I Premium Bonds or Income Bonds in my…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy for my ISA in November for passive income

| Jon Smith

Jonathan Smith reviews United Utilities and Schroders as good dividend-paying stocks for investors like him to create passive income right…

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Fundsmith: should I invest right now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fundsmith Equity is one of the most popular funds in the UK. Here, Edward Sheldon provides a review of the…

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3 steps I’d take to find the best UK shares to buy after the 2020 stock market crash

| Peter Stephens

Buying the best UK shares after the 2020 stock market crash could produce high returns in my view. Here’s how…

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3 steps I’d take to identify top stock picks for November 2020

| Peter Stephens

Here’s how I’d unearth top stock picks with long-term growth potential during today’s uncertain economic environment.

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3 UK shares I want to hold for 20 years

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains why he's planning to hold these three UK shares in his portfolio of stocks for the next…

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3 simple steps I’d take today to make a passive income with UK shares

| Peter Stephens

Making a passive income from buying UK shares could be a profitable exercise in my opinion. Here’s how I’d get…

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3 no-brainer dividend stocks I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

These dividend stocks are all benefiting from strong tailwinds, which could lead to large capital and income returns for investors.

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£5k to invest? I’d buy these FTSE 100 shares for 2021 and beyond

| Rupert Hargreaves

These four FTSE 100 stocks would make a great addition to a portfolio as long-term investments for 2021 onwards says…

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Top British stocks for November 2020

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to share their top British stocks for November, including B&M European Value Retail, BHP Group…

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I’d invest £250 a month in UK shares in an ISA to retire early

| Harvey Jones

There are some bargain UK shares to be had right now and you can smooth current stock market volatility by…

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Cheap shares: this stock has crashed 38% in a year, but would I buy today?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The stock of this FTSE 100 champion has plunged during the Covid-19 crisis. Are its cheap shares doomed to decline…

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Cheap shares: I’d buy this FTSE 100 stock now for a big recovery in 2021!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The cheap shares of this FTSE 100 heavyweight have been battered and bruised in 2020. But I see them as…

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