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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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If I could only buy one stock, this would be it

| Rupert Hargreaves

With thousands of stocks to choose from, Rupert Hargreaves highlights the one he's most positive on.

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Why I’d shun the Lloyds share price, and pile into this dynamic FTSE 100 stock

| Kevin Godbold

Why I think Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) looks dangerous and what I’d buy instead.

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A FTSE 100 dividend stock yielding 6% that’s absurdly cheap right now

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at two of this year's biggest FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) fallers. Should you be buying?

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Why the FTSE 100 could still reach 8,000 points by Christmas

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could deliver strong capital growth over the coming months.

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How low can the BT share price go?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Shares in BT Group plc (LON: BT.A) have a 7% dividend yield. Is now the time to buy?

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Forget the State Pension, a Lifetime ISA may be all you need

| Peter Stephens

A Lifetime ISA could help investors to enjoy a more comfortable retirement than living solely off the State Pension.

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Could the cash ISA be about to disappear?

| Royston Wild

It's official, demand for the cash ISA is imploding. Is it now on borrowed time?

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Why I’d ignore the Glencore share price and buy this other 5% yielder

| Roland Head

Roland Head takes a fresh look at Glencore plc (LON:GLEN) and highlights a stock he'd buy first.

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Does the Whitbread share price have further to go?

| Jack Tang

Is there still an opportunity to buy shares in Whitbread plc (LON: WTB)?

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Have £1,000 to invest? An expensive (but exceptional) FTSE 100 dividend stock that could help you to retire early

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild discusses a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) income share that could make you rich.

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Here’s why the FTSE 100 could be set to surge past 10,000

| Rupert Hargreaves

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) could be heading towards a record-breaking rally.

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Is this the best income stock in the FTSE 100?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This income stock has been rewarding investors for years. It could be the best dividend play in the FTSE 100…

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The one FTSE 100 stock I’d buy right now

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stock has an unrivalled record of growth, and it doesn't look as if the company is…

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If I could buy only 1 stock for my pension, this would be it

| Alan Oscroft

With the whole of the FTSE at your disposal, here's one stock you might prefer above all else.

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Why it’s never been easier to beat the FTSE 100

| Peter Stephens

Outperforming the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) may be a lot simpler than many investors realise.

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How to double your State Pension with the FTSE 100

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) could boost your retirement income so that you are less reliant on the State Pension.

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How you could double the £8,546-a-year State Pension

| G A Chester

If you don't fancy living on just £164 a week in your retirement, you'll need more than the State Pension.

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Why I’d shun the Barclays share price and pile into this dynamic FTSE 100 share

| Kevin Godbold

Why I see Barlays plc (LON: BARC) as risky and what I’d buy from the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) instead.

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Here’s why the RBS share price could be heading for a recovery

| Peter Stephens

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc (LON: RBS) may be able to deliver an improving share price performance.

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Could this tiny growth stock potentially smash the Sound Energy share price in 2019?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Sound Energy plc (LON: SOU) could have a rough year ahead. This stock might be a better buy.

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Is the Glencore share price tempting you? Here’s what you need to know

| Alan Oscroft

You might be tempted by forecast 5%+ dividends from Glencore plc (LON: GLEN), but what else do you need to…

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Can these 2 FTSE 250 growth stocks justify their heady valuations?

| Harvey Jones

There is plenty to like about these FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) companies, but you will have to pay a premium…

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Why this FTSE 250 stock plus 5%-yielder Royal Mail could help you retire early

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves confirms FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) growth stock BTG plc (LON: BTG) and Royal Mail plc (LON:RMG) for his buy…

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Are you tempted by the UKOG share price? Here’s what I’d buy instead

| Roland Head

Roland Head updates his view on UK Oil & Gas plc (LON:UKOG) and considers an alternative UK oil stock.

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Why I’d forget the HSBC share price and go for this big dividend financial firm instead

| Kevin Godbold

Why I think HSBC Holdings plc (HSBA) is going nowhere and what I’d buy instead.

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Are you tempted by the Taylor Wimpey share price? Here’s why the FTSE 100 stock could soar

| Peter Stephens

The prospects for Taylor Wimpey plc (LON: TW) could be more appealing than those of the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX).

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Have £2,000? Here are 2 investment trusts you might regret not buying

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves looks at two investment trusts focused on the world's fastest-growing economy.

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1 FTSE 100 dividend stock that I’d stay away from, and 1 that I’d happily buy

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild compares the contrasting outlooks of two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend shares.

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Why this FTSE 100 stock yielding 11% could help you retire early

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks closely at a super-high dividend yield from the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX).

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Forget about FTSE 100 dividend stocks! These little-known 5% yields could finance your retirement

| Royston Wild

These two non-FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares could make you extremely wealthy in retirement. Take a look!

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A FTSE 100 growth and income stock that should pay you for the rest of your life

| G A Chester

G A Chester reveals a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stock with outstanding buy-and-hold credentials and a smaller peer with results out…

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Centrica vs Whitbread: which is the better FTSE 100 dividend stock?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers whether Centrica plc (LON: CNA) or Whitbread plc (LON: WTB) is the superior FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX)…

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Why I’m expecting good investor returns from these 2 slick FTSE 100 firms

| Kevin Godbold

These 2 FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) firms know what they are doing when it comes to business.

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Why I’d keep buying this FTSE 250 6% yielder and this double-bagger after today’s news

| Roland Head

Roland Head confirms FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) dividend stock Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) for his buy list.

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Is it time to sell this FTSE 100 growth stock?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Growth is slowing for this FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) leader, it could be time to sell up and buy a…

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Is 5%+ yielder Royal Bank of Scotland a FTSE 100 dividend star or an investment trap?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild asks the question: is Royal Bank of Scotland plc (LON: RBS) really a terrific FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX)…

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Is Dixons Carphone worth buying for its massive dividend yield?

| Paul Summers

The market likes today's figures from Dixons Carphone plc (LON:DC) but should income investors steer clear?

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One FTSE 250 stock I’d sell and one I’d buy today

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stock is struggling, it could be time to sell up before the stock collapses.

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

| Alan Oscroft

Shares in easyJet plc (LON: EZJ) have been falling, and could be in bargain territory now.

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The UKOG share price performance is getting worse! Time to sell up?

| Peter Stephens

Are further falls ahead for the UK Oil & Gas plc (LON: UKOG) share price?

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