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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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Just released: October’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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Can Rolls-Royce shares soar further? Here are 3 things driving growth

| Mark Hartley

Rolls-Royce shares continue to climb on major wins — but is now the time to buy? This Fool UK writer…

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3 FTSE 250 stocks with low P/E ratios to consider buying right now

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 250 has fallen behind the FTSE 100 over five years, and I'm looking for some low-value stocks ahead…

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Which should I buy, the FTSE 100 or S&P 500?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The S&P 500 has absolutely thrashed the FTSE 100 over the past 15 years or so. But with US stocks…

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2 cheap shares to consider for powerful passive income

| Cliff D'Arcy

These two FTSE 100 shares pay bumper dividend yields of 8%+ a year to patient investors. I own both stocks…

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3 bargain growth stocks I think investors MUST consider right now!

| Royston Wild

A UK shares portfolio comprising these growth stocks could be a great way to target significant returns at extremely low…

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2 cheap FTSE 250 shares I think investors MUST consider right now

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 250 shares currently trade at whopping discounts. Here's why Royston Wild thinks they deserve close attention.

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2 potentially overlooked high-dividend stocks for a second income

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons use the Stocks and Shares ISA as a vehicle for investing and earning a second income. Here…

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This FTSE 250 growth stock has popped 36% in a month! What’s going on?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith discusses one of the best performing FTSE 250 shares over the past few weeks and mulls over its…

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Is the stock market about to crash?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer spotlights an investment trust from the FTSE 100 index that he believes offers value, especially as stock market…

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Dividend Shares

Prediction: in 12 months the sizzling HSBC share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is dazzled by the HSBC share price. Now he examines whether the FTSE 100 bank can continue to…

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This growth stock just crashed 35%! Time to buy it for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Ben McPoland

Hims & Hers (NYSE:HIMS) stock collapsed yesterday, leaving this Fool to wonder if he should add it to his Stocks…

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Here’s why robotaxi success could spur the next Tesla stock surge

| Alan Oscroft

Even after a big fall since December, the Tesla stock price is still up 90% over the past 12 months.…

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I’m turning very bullish on this AI growth stock from the S&P 500

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explains why he's very interested in this high-quality growth stock, despite it already being a technology behemoth.

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£10,000 invested in Tesla shares when Elon Musk first announced robotaxi plans is now worth…

| Stephen Wright

After any number of delays, Tesla has launched its robotaxi network. But with the shares still down since the start…

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A 6% dividend yield and 6.2x forward earnings… what’s the catch?

| Dr. James Fox

This stock looks really appealing on paper. It trades with a price-to-earnings ratio far below the sector average and offers…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks with low P/E ratios to consider buying right now

| Alan Oscroft

With the FTSE 100 up 43% in the past five years, some of its best bargains aren't so cheap now.…

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Up 81% from its 1-year low, has Burberry’s share price rebound left it seriously overvalued?

| Simon Watkins

Burberry’s share price has strengthened considerably since it issued profit warnings in Q1 fiscal year 2024/25, but has it now…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying before July [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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£2k invested in AMD stock as the AI hype started would currently be worth this much…

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why AMD stock's done well in recent years, but flags up that the gains might not be…

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These high-yielding FTSE 100 dividend shares are soaring! Time to buy more?

| Mark Hartley

Aviva and Phoenix Group are making gains – but are they still considered top dividend shares? Our writer decided to…

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Up 1,400% in 5 years, Nvidia stock might still be 50% undervalued

| Alan Oscroft

After a tariff trade war dip, the Nvidia stock price has started to rise again. Does it make sense to…

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I bought 4,545 shares in this FTSE 100 dividend gem in 2020. Here’s how much passive income I’ve had since…

| Simon Watkins

I bought shares in this FTSE 100 financial giant in 2020 based on high passive income potential and major share…

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I have one word for anyone considering buying IAG shares today…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones recently bought some IAG shares but believes investors need to be aware of one inherent risk with the…

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2 cheap FTSE growth stocks to consider for a Stocks & Shares ISA!

| Royston Wild

I think these undervalued FTSE 100 shares could look good great in a Stocks and Shares ISA. Here's why they're…

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Where will the Scottish Mortgage share price end 2025?

| Dr. James Fox

The Scottish Mortgage share price has been quite volatile in 2025, reflecting broader movements with the US technology sector.

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The BT share price could rise another 25%, according to this broker

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The BT share price has surged more than 30% in 2025. This brokerage firm believes that it has further to…

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£20k in savings? Discover how to unlock a £1,200 second income overnight

| Mark Hartley

Thousands of UK investors use their spare savings to earn a second income from dividend-paying stocks. Mark Hartley outlines a…

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2 amazing UK stocks I wish I’d bought for my ISA!

| Ben McPoland

This pair of growth stocks have absolutely soared over the past three years. Which one looks more attractive to consider…

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Here’s the latest 12-month Nvidia stock price growth forecast

| Ben McPoland

Is Nvidia stock still worth considering as it quietly creeps towards another record high? Ben McPoland considers a few key…

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This dividend stock offers a high 13.5% yield and could be 60% undervalued

| Alan Oscroft

An income stock with a very high yield, and with technology growth prospects, will carry risk too -- but it…

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Up 79% in 5 years, this UK travel stock is still a Strong Buy, according to brokers

| Ben McPoland

Our writer thinks Hostelworld (LSE:HSW) is an interesting small-cap UK stock that might be worth considering for an ISA today.

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Looking for cheap growth shares? Here’s one I think investors MUST consider right now

| Royston Wild

Market jitters over the global economy mean many top growth shares continue to trade cheaply. Here's one of my favourite…

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Dividend Shares

Buying 500 Vodafone shares could generate a passive income of…

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why Vodafone stock still offers him an above-average dividend yield despite the recent dividend cut.

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3 ways I’m trying to protect my FTSE stock portfolio from rising geopolitical tensions

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through different measures, including buying gold-related FTSE stocks, that can help his portfolio ride out volatility.

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As oil prices tick upwards, should investors buy BP shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at BP shares as oil prices push higher on the back of heightened…

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I love this grocer… so, should I buy Ocado shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Ocado shares are not looking healthy. The stock has truly been through the mill in recent years but is there…

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£10,000 invested in Raspberry Pi shares 1 year ago are now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

The Raspberry Pi share price has been rather volatile over the past 12 months with investors trying to figure out…

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With an 8% dividend yield, are Legal & General shares a screaming buy?

| Stephen Wright

Life insurance companies are often some of the FTSE 100’s most eye-catching dividend shares. But what do investors need to…

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These 2 FTSE 100 stocks are up by more 100% so far this year!

| Ben McPoland

Our writer is wondering if he should chase these surging FTSE 100 stocks, or whether investors like himself have already…

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The Rolls-Royce share price has hit a critical point

| Harvey Jones

After an absolutely brilliant run, the Rolls-Royce share price is at a crossroads. Harvey Jones examines where the FTSE 100…

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