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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 battered mid-caps available at rock-bottom prices

| Bilaal Mohamed

Bilaal Mohamed looks at two undervalued mid-cap shares with exciting growth potential.

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2 financial stocks trouncing the big banks

| Ian Pierce

These alternative lenders have far outperformed the UK's largest banks. Can the good times last?

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Are these the FTSE 100’s worst growth stocks?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks in danger of prolonged earnings pain.

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Are these top growth stocks still worth buying?

| Jack Tang

Should you be concerned by the valuations of these two growth shares?

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Is this small cap set to soar after profit beats expectations?

| G A Chester

Could this smaller company be a better investment than a Footsie favourite?

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Are these 2 defensive stocks an income seeker’s dream?

| Harvey Jones

Both of these income generating defensive utilities should thrash cash and they shouldn't keep you awake at night either, says…

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Can the surges at Tesco plc and Glencore plc keep on going?

| Alan Oscroft

Tesco plc (LON: TSCO) and Glencore plc (LON: GLEN) are among the unlikely winners after the Brexit vote.

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Is it time for investors in Lloyds Banking Group to admit defeat?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones asks whether investors in Lloyds Banking Group are onto a long-term loser.

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Best home-grown income stock: National Grid plc or National Express Group plc?

| Peter Stephens

Should income-seekers pile into National Grid plc (LON: NG) or National Express Group PLC (LON: NEX)?

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Have you forgotten how good these 2 income heroes are?

| Harvey Jones

If you haven't checked out these two stocks lately it is time you reminded yourself how much they still have…

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2 leisure stocks I expect to soar in ‘Brexit Britain’

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two growth stocks that should keep charging in the months and years ahead.

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Is Sirius Minerals plc’s deal with Australian mining legend a buy signal?

| Roland Head

Sirius Minerals plc (LON:SXX) has announced a $300m financing agreement. Is it a good deal for shareholders?

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Could these former market darlings fall another 50%?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Further declines could be ahead for these once-high-flying property stocks.

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Is Pantheon Resources plc back in business after its latest discovery?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Should you buy into Pantheon Resources plc (LON: PANR) after the company's most recent success?

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Is Anglo American plc a buy after reporting a 4% rise in production?

| Peter Stephens

Should you add Anglo American plc (LON: AAL) to your portfolio?

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Should you buy these two retailers after their Brexit updates?

| G A Chester

Are these two stocks bargains or bargepoles?

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Do these overlooked income stocks offer unbeatable value?

| Roland Head

These two companies have a track record of double-digit earnings growth. Are they worth buying?

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Are these FTSE 100 stocks stunning buys after today’s updates?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild runs the rule over two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks updating the market on Tuesday.

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Is this proof that the UK property market isn’t about to crash?

| Peter Stephens

Do these results show that UK property is a good investment despite Brexit fears?

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Is Whitbread plc a buy after reporting an 8.1% sales rise?

| Peter Stephens

Should you pile into Whitbread plc (LON: WTB) after its positive update?

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Two pharmaceuticals tiddlers that could beat the best stocks

| Alan Oscroft

Could these gems from the pharmaceuticals sector bring you big profits?

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Is Imperial Brands plc in play after British American Tobacco plc’s bid for Reynolds?

| Rupert Hargreaves

There are several reasons why Imperial Brands plc (LON: IMB) could be the next tobacco takeover.

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Two FTSE 250 stocks at the top of my 2017 buy list

| Ian Pierce

Great growth prospects, high market share and phenomenal margins could make these companies excellent holdings for 2017 and beyond.

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Why I’d wait before buying these 2 shares

| Bilaal Mohamed

Bilaal Mohamed explains why investors should stay away from these shares for the time being.

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These FTSE 250 commodity stocks have doubled in 2016, can they keep charging?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the share price outlook of two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) commodities crushers.

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Is your portfolio tough enough to survive the next U.S. President?

| Harvey Jones

After an interminable wait, the 2016 U.S. presidential election is now just a fortnight away. What should you be doing…

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These two Footsie shares have halved in 2016! Is it time to pile in?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the rebound potential of two Footsie fallers.

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Are these overlooked FTSE 250 firms the next big winners?

| Roland Head

Is it time to switch out of big cap stocks and into the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX)?

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Which banks should you buy to beat Brexit?

| Alan Oscroft

However hard our Brexit, our banks are not going down without a fight.

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Are these FTSE 100 stocks value stars or value traps?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers whether these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stars are REALLY hot picks for bargain hunters.

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Are diamonds an investor’s best friend?

| Roland Head

Should value and growth investors be targeting mid-cap diamond miners? Roland Head takes a closer look.

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Will Shingrix be GlaxoSmithKline plc’s next blockbuster?

| Kevin Godbold

Why GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) looks set to deliver income and capital appreciation for investors.

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How long will it take the FTSE 100 to reach 8,000?

| Peter Stephens

Having reached 7,000, is 8,000 on the cards for the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX)?

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Will this growth stock soar after profit beats expectations?

| Peter Stephens

Should you pile into this company right now?

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How safe are these two 6% high yielders?

| Harvey Jones

A high yield isn't enough on its own, it also needs to be sustainable, says Harvey Jones.

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After the AT&T/Time Warner deal, are these London-listed media giants in play?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Could it be time to buy these two media giants ahead of a possible acquisition?

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Why I wouldn’t buy this tech stock despite a positive trading update

| Peter Stephens

This tech stock looks overvalued.

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This stock is up 275% this year but will these gains continue?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Can this stock continue to rally after nearly tripling year-to-date?

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Are these 2 mid-caps a bargain buy after recent news?

| Roland Head

Roland Head digs into the figures behind two of today's most eagerly-awaited trading updates.

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Is this growth stock a buy despite 2.9% sales fall?

| Peter Stephens

Should you buy or sell this growth stock after today's update?

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