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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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These 2 FTSE 250 dividend stocks could help you quit your job

| Rupert Hargreaves

The FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) is currently full of bargains. Here are just two.

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Remember Carillion’s collapse? Could this Neil Woodford-owned stock be next?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights a stock that is being heavily shorted by hedge funds right now.

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Is supercharged growth stock Domino’s Pizza now simply too cheap to ignore?

| Ian Pierce

Near their 52-week low, shares of Domino's Pizza plc (LON: DOM) could be bargain hunters' top find of 2018.

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One 8%+ yielding growth stock I’m adding to my watchlist

| Ian Pierce

This company has only been public a few months but its eye-catching maiden dividend is well worth investigating.

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A cheap FTSE 250 dividend growth stock that I’d buy and never sell

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at a FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) dividend share that could keep on delivering brilliant dividend growth.

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How low can the Standard Life share price go?

| Roland Head

Roland Head runs the numbers on Standard Life Aberdeen plc (LON:SLA) and considers a smaller rival.

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Why I think there’s a lot more to come for investors from this super stock

| Kevin Godbold

I think this firm is doing what it does well and growth looks set to continue.

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1 top value stock I’d buy in September

| G A Chester

G A Chester highlights a stock trading at a big discount to the intrinsic value of the business.

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The incredible value growth stock you’ve never heard of!

| Robert Faulkner

Finding a fast-growing and undervalued technology stock can be like finding a needle in a haystack. Here is one misunderstood…

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Here’s a FTSE 250 dividend stock that could be set to beat the Saga share price

| Alan Oscroft

If you're tempted by 7% dividends from Saga plc (LON: SAGA), the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) hides plenty of other…

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One FTSE 250 5% dividend stock I’d buy and hold for the next 15 years

| Roland Head

Roland Head highlights a FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stock that could be a cash cow for income investors.

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Why I’d buy shares in this growing 4%-plus dividend yielder

| Kevin Godbold

Growth is on the agenda with this big-dividend-paying and focused company.

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Too cheap to ignore? A FTSE 250 dividend stock yielding 6%

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) dividend star can continue to deliver terrific returns for investors, says Rupert Hargreaves.

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Why the Sirius Minerals share price could outperform this FTSE 100 stock

| Peter Stephens

Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX) could generate higher returns than one of its FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) industry peers.

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Thinking of buying the SSE share price? Read this first

| Rupert Hargreaves

SSE plc (LON: SSE) has plunged to a new low. But before rushing to buy-in, you should read this first.

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Forget the FTSE 100, National Grid’s 6% yield may be all you need

| Peter Stephens

National Grid plc (LON: NG) could deliver stronger income returns than the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX).

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Why I’d ignore the Boohoo share price and buy this 6%+ yielder instead

| Rupert Hargreaves

It could be worth selling Boohoo Group plc (LON: BOO) and buying this income champ, according to Rupert Hargreaves.

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Two top FTSE 250 defensive dividend stocks to consider in September

| Ian Pierce

Worried about the next possible recession? These defensive stocks with 3.5%+ dividend yields could be top safe haven options.

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Have £1,000 to invest? I’d consider these growth stocks crushing the FTSE 100

| Ian Pierce

Want to beat the FTSE 100's (INDEXFTSE: UKX) meagre returns? Consider these two stocks that are trouncing the index's returns…

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Two FTSE 100 super stocks crushing the index that could help you retire early

| Ian Pierce

Over the past five years, these stocks have outperformed the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) by over 70% and could continue…

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Rolls-Royce could be the most overlooked FTSE 100 income giant in the making

| Ian Pierce

With free cash flow rising and industry headwinds at its back, FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) giant Rolls-Royce Holding plc's (LON:…

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Tempted by the SSE share price? Here’s what you need to know

| Jack Tang

Shares in SSE plc (LON: SSE) have a prospective dividend yield of nearly 9%, but such yields don't come without…

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Forget buy-to-let! Consider these commercial property investments instead

| Jack Tang

A growing number of buy-to-let landlords have been turning their hands to commercial property following recent regulatory and tax changes.

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Don’t rely on the State Pension. These dependable dividend stocks should help you retire in comfort

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out two stocks he'd buy to supplement the meagre state payout.

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Why putting your money in a cash ISA will make you poorer

| Rupert Hargreaves

Using a cash ISA might seem sensible but it will end up costing you money. Here's why...

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2 dividend stocks I’d stay away from and 1 I’d buy

| G A Chester

G A Chester discusses the histories and prospects of two dividend stocks in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) and one in…

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Are you tempted by the 7% fall in the FTSE 100? Here’s what you need to know

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could experience a volatile near-term future.

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Here’s why investing in the FTSE 250 could be perfect for your pension

| Alan Oscroft

Worried about the State Pension not being enough? Investing in the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) could help top it up.

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Worried about the next recession? Consider these FTSE 100 defensives

| Ian Pierce

Non-cyclical sales growth and rising profits should make these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks a must-consider for nervous investors.

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Have £1,000 to invest? 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks for 2018 and 2019… and the next few decades

| Royston Wild

Looking for two hot FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares to buy? You could do a lot worse than to check…

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Could the Aston Martin share price surge higher than the FTSE 100 after its IPO?

| Peter Stephens

Does the Aston Martin IPO offer investment appeal versus the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX)?

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Two stocks that could put UKOG’s returns to shame

| Ian Pierce

Feeling let down by UK Oil & Gas plc (LON: UKOG) because of its volatile performance? Consider these proven growth…

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If I could buy one share only, I’d choose this one

| Kevin Godbold

This stock has all the qualities I’m looking for in a long-term investment. Check it out now.

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What’s next for the Sirius Minerals share price?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The outlook has changed for Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX), but do rising costs mean it's time to sell?

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Lifetime ISA vs SIPP: Which is the best account for retirement?

| Rupert Hargreaves

LISAs and SIPPs both have their advantages, but there are some key differences between these two products.

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Have £1,000 to invest? These FTSE 250 dividend stocks are worth another look

| Jack Tang

These FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) dividend stocks offer strong dividend potential.

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Want to earn DOUBLE the State Pension payout in retirement? Here’s how

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Concerned that the State Pension payout is low? Here's how to boost your retirement income.

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks yielding 5%+ I’d buy for a new SIPP

| Roland Head

Roland Head reveals his three top FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) picks for a starter pension portfolio.

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These 10 pension facts could help you plan a happy and wealthy retirement

| Harvey Jones

Knowledge is power and these 10 facts could make the difference between retiring in comfort or in poverty, says Harvey…

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The 2 biggest stock holdings in my pension — and why I’m going to keep them

| Rupert Hargreaves

These two stocks have produced huge gains for my retirement portfolio, and I have no plans to sell up any…

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