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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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2 stocks you can buy with dividends yielding more than 5%

| Peter Stephens

These two shares have stunning income prospects.

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3 under-the-radar income stocks for 2017

| Roland Head

Roland Head takes a look at three dividend stocks that could give your portfolio a New Year boost.

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Are these stocks hot buys following today’s news?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two London stocks making waves in Tuesday trade.

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Kick-start 2017 with these explosive growth stocks

| Bilaal Mohamed

Bilaal Mohamed thinks these two pharmacetutical firms could be on the verge of spectacular gains in 2017.

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3 reasons why oil is set to rise in 2017

| Peter Stephens

Black gold could prove to be a sound investment this year.

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2 healthcare stocks that could make you rich in 2017

| Peter Stephens

These two companies offer bright futures at fair valuations.

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2 beginner stocks to kick-start a portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two stocks that he believes could be ideal choices for those looking to start an investment…

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These FTSE 100 stocks sank in Q4. Can they rebound in 2017?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the share price outlook of two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) crashers.

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Anglo American plc: what to expect in 2017

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he believes Anglo American plc (LON:AAL) shareholders could enjoy further gains this year.

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These Footsie giants soared in Q4. Time to sell up?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) rockets in danger of crashing back down.

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Top stocks for January

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our analysts to share their top stock picks for the coming month.

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Why I can’t wait to sink my teeth into 2017

| Harvey Jones

2017 could be a volatile year for stock markets but Harvey Jones says "bring it on".

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Where to invest in 2017?

| Malcolm Wheatley

With few ‘big picture’ investing themes, stock picking will dominate.

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How many years does it take to become a millionaire?

| Peter Stephens

How long will you have to wait before your portfolio reaches seven figure status?

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Why I see 50% upside in this FTSE 100 turnaround stock in 2017

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock could gain as much as 50% during 2017 if its new strategy starts to…

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Why I’m bullish on GlaxoSmithKline plc for 2017

| Rupert Hargreaves

Why I believe GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) is a top buy for 2017.

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3 stocks I’m tipping for dividend growth in 2017

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at three stocks that he believes will increase their dividend payouts in 2017.

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2016: a forgettable year?

| Owain Bennallack

The political upheavals of 2016 spilled into the stock markets... yet the UK and US indices have turned in textbook…

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FTSE 100 clocks all-time closing high

| Sam Robson

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) closes in on its record intra-day high, too.

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Does Bovis Homes Group plc’s profit warning signal a tough year for the housing market?

| Harvey Jones

Ignore the recent profit warning from Bovis Homes Group plc (LON: BVS), housebuilders are in better shape than you think,…

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Has Neil Woodford finally lost his touch after a woeful year?

| Harvey Jones

2016 was a rough year for top fund manager Neil Woodford but Harvey Jones reckons he'll be back with a…

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Still mourning ARM? Why not replace it with IQE plc and Imagination Technologies Group plc?

| Zach Coffell

ARM isn't the only UK tech play that could deliver stellar returns over time. IQE plc (LON:IQE) and Imagination Technologies…

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Can this three-bagger repeat 2016’s performance next year?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Can this high-flying growth stock repeat its 2016 performance again next year?

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Are IG Group Holdings plc and CMC Markets plc now too cheap to pass up?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Should you be buying IG Group Holdings plc (LON: IGG) and CMC Markets plc (LON: CMCX)?

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Is this the biggest lesson Warren Buffett ever learnt?

| Peter Stephens

Did this event shape Warren Buffett's thinking more than any other experience?

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Three top recovery plays for 2017

| Harvey Jones

If you are looking for a bargain in the sales, these three stocks could be the perfect place to start,…

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5 ways to make your money work harder for you in 2017

| Rupert Hargreaves

There are plenty of options out there for boosting your income and some might surprise you.

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2016 in review: BHP Billiton plc

| Harvey Jones

Mining giant BHP Billiton plc (LON: BLT) has had a year to remember for all the right reasons, says Harvey…

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3 dividend champions to help your portfolio grow in 2017

| Rupert Hargreaves

These three dividend champions all yield more than 5% and the payout is well covered.

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Is this under-the-radar pharma stock the next GlaxoSmithKline plc?

| Rupert Hargreaves

This little-known pharma stock could be the next giant if it's international expansion continues.

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2016 in review: Royal Dutch Shell plc

| Zach Coffell

An oil price route and a $51bn deal has made for an interesting 2016 for Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:RDSB)

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3 stocks I reckon could crash in 2017

| Alan Oscroft

Here are three shares that Alan Oscroft thinks are overvalued at the end of 2016.

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Will the FTSE finally reach 8,000 in 2017?

| Alan Oscroft

Will the 'lost decade' for FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks finally end in 2017?

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One 5% yield I’d add and one I’d avoid in 2017

| Zach Coffell

Pearson plc (LON: PSON) and Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON: RDSB) have huge yields. Avoid one and add the other,…

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2016 in review: HSBC Holdings plc

| Jack Tang

A look at the major developments of 2016 for HSBC Holdings plc (LON:HSBA)... and some questions for 2017.

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Forget the post-Christmas sales, check out these hot growth stocks instead

| Paul Summers

Don't buy the stuff nobody wants. Seek out the companies everyone seems to love.

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The best lesson I ever learnt about investing

| Kevin Godbold

This method could serve you well for 2017 and beyond.

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Who’ll turn out to be the 2016 winner, Warren Buffett or Neil Woodford?

| Alan Oscroft

How do you shape up against experts Warren Buffett and Neil Woodford?

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2016 in review: Sirius Minerals plc

| Paul Summers

How should shareholders of Sirius Minerals plc (LON:SXX) feel about the last 12 months?

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3 top takeover targets for 2017

| Rupert Hargreaves

Will these companies be brought out in 2017?

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