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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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Don’t ignore these under-the-radar dividend champions

| Ian Pierce

These may be the best FTSE-beating yields you've never considered.

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Does it pay to buy the Footsie’s dividend dogs?

| Paul Summers

When it comes to investing, keeping things simple can really work.

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Expensive but exceptional: 3 FTSE 100 stocks deserving of high P/E ratios

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at a handful of ‘pricey but perfect’ FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stars.

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2 FTSE 100 stars you should consider buying before it’s too late

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two Footsie giants that could be about to explode.

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These 2 income stocks will thrash Philip Hammond’s new savings bond

| Harvey Jones

Forget Chancellor Philip Hammond's proposed new savings bond, you can get two or three times the return from a top…

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3 reasons why the Footsie is set to slump in 2017

| Peter Stephens

The UK's main index could be in for a difficult year.

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Better Buy: British American Tobacco plc vs Imperial Brands plc

| Jack Tang

Both British American Tobacco plc (LON:BATS) and Imperial Brands plc (LON:IMB) have rewarded investors have rewarded shareholders with double-digit total…

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Why these 5% yields could be under threat

| Bilaal Mohamed

Bilaal Mohamed explains why these two dividends are looking increasingly exposed to a cut.

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Why this number tells us that house builders must crash

| Harvey Jones

The house price-to-earnings ratio is beyond anything we have ever seen and that could hurt house builders, warns Harvey Jones.

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Is Lloyds Banking Group plc on the cusp of a stunning recovery?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the share price outlook for Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY).

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2 unfancied shares to boost your wealth

| Harvey Jones

Now looks like a good time to dial up these two growth stocks again, says Harvey Jones.

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These 3 miners have 25%+ upside in 2017

| Peter Stephens

Buying these three mining stocks could prove to be a shrewd move.

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Should you buy these FTSE 250 shares before next week’s updates?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild runs the rule over two FTSE 250 giants before upcoming trading statements.

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stocks to buy in December

| Peter Stephens

These two companies look set to soar.

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A 10-year pay squeeze could spell trouble for these big retail stocks

| Alan Oscroft

Discretionary spending is facing a squeeze, so should you keep away from upmarket retailers?

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Should you buy these mid caps after slumping 50% in 2016?

| Ian Pierce

Is now the time for contrarian investors to leap at these bargain buys?

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3 high yielders you can’t afford to overlook

| Harvey Jones

A steady yield is a thing of beauty in today's uncertain world, says Harvey Jones.

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Why I’m holding my supermarket shares, despite a 48%+ gain

| Roland Head

Roland Head believes that two popular supermarket stocks could deliver further gains for investors.

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Is AstraZeneca plc or GlaxoSmithKline plc the best Black Friday buy?

| Peter Stephens

Will AstraZeneca plc (LON: AZN) or GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) soar over the medium-to-long term?

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How AB Dynamics plc looks set to outperform Sirius Minerals plc

| Kevin Godbold

If you like Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX), you’ll love AB Dynamics plc (LON: ABDP).

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Could this Trump-friendly stock flatten the competition in 2017?

| Paul Summers

This small-cap is flying. Is it time to jump on board?

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Is Pennon Group plc the best income stock around after 6% dividend hike?

| Peter Stephens

Should income investors put Pennon Group plc (LON: PNN) at the top of their buy lists?

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The surprise FTSE 100 growth stock of the year

| Harvey Jones

You may have written off this big name stock but think again, because it has made a fighting comeback in…

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What could next week’s results mean for these tasty shares?

| Paul Summers

Will next week bring good news for investors in Cranswick plc (LON:CWK) and Patisserie Holdings plc (LON:CAKE)?

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$225m contract shows why Lamprell plc could be a top energy buy

| Roland Head

Roland Head looks at today's news from Lamprell plc (LON:LAM) and explains why strong fundamentals suggest a strong outlook.

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3 flaws preventing your investment success

| Peter Stephens

These three problems could be dragging down your investment returns.

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Which is the better buy? BP vs Shell

| Ian Pierce

Profits. Dividends. Debt. Growth. Which of BP plc (LON: BP) and Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON: RDSB) comes out ahead…

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Would these firms survive a property crash?

| Ian Pierce

Would strong balance sheets be enough to see these companies through another recession?

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How to invest on AIM without losing your shirt

| Rupert Hargreaves

How to make money on AIM without falling into to any traps.

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Are these the FTSE 100’s best ‘Black Friday’ bargains?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two Footsie giants offering unmissable value for money.

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Is the P/E ratio redundant?

| Peter Stephens

In today's technologically advanced world, does the P/E ratio still have a role to play?

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Will you regret not buying these 2 growth shares?

| Bilaal Mohamed

Bilaal Mohamed discovers two mid-cap shares with exciting growth potential.

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Can this five-bagger continue to sparkle?

| Harvey Jones

This stock could still deliver plenty of fizz, says Harvey Jones.

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Helical plc is keeping its head above Brexit’s choppy waters

| Alan Oscroft

Helical plc (LON: HLCL) is earning nice rental income, despite property fears.

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Why these 8% dividend yields may not last much longer

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains the numbers behind some of the highest dividend yields on the market.

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Is Euromoney Institutional Investor plc a good investment in these troubled times?

| Alan Oscroft

The turnaround at Euromoney Institutional Investor plc (LON: ERM) looks like it's coming good.

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The winners and losers from the Autumn Statement

| Kevin Godbold

How does the Chancellor’s autumn statement change the investing landscape?

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Which dividend dynamo should you buy after today’s news?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild discusses the latest news from two London-quoted dividend giants.

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Sound Energy plc’s £24m cash call should propel the shares back to 100p

| Rupert Hargreaves

With cash in the bank Sound Energy plc (LON: SOU) could easily hit 100p.

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2 recession-proof stocks for 2017

| Paul Summers

Could these shares be the perfect antidote to any Brexit-related anxiety?

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