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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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3 stocks to beat rising inflation

| Jack Tang

With inflation forecast to pick up in the coming months, I'm taking a look at three stocks that should protect…

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Memorising just four words could turn you into a millionaire

| Paul Summers

As long as you're patient and disciplined, accumulating a million pound portfolio may require less work than you think.

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These two shares could add precious riches to your portfolio

| Alan Oscroft

Could shares in precious metals and gemstones help boost your investment riches?

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Will Sirius Minerals plc plunge like 88 Energy Limited?

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s a way to play the volatility with Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX) and 88 Energy Limited (LON: 88E).

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The FTSE 100 could make you a millionaire!

| Rupert Hargreaves

How the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) can make you rich.

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Do today’s results make this company a better buy than Shire plc?

| Peter Stephens

Should you avoid Shire plc (LON: SHP) in favour of this healthcare peer?

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Can this former market darling ever return to its glory days?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Can this former retail champion rule the sector once again after some truly tough years?

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Is this telecoms stock a better buy than BT Group plc after today’s results?

| Peter Stephens

Should you avoid BT Group plc (LON: BT.A) and instead buy this smaller peer?

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These two Footsie stocks should be in your portfolio

| Jack Dingwall

Should Royal Dutch Shell and Imperial Brands be part of your portfolio?

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These two companies’ moats could protect your investment

| Ian Pierce

Are wide moats to entry in growing industries reason enough to take a look at these FTSE 100 giants?

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Forget buy-to-let! These shares could be the best way to profit from property

| Ian Pierce

Can these shares give you exposure to the upside of a thriving housing market without the hassle?

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Will Barclays plc shares ever return to 790p?

| Ian Pierce

Is there light at the end of the tunnel for struggling Barclays plc (LON: BARC)?

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Should you buy this bank instead of Lloyds Banking Group?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds Banking Group (LON: LLOY) is a popular stock for UK investors. But have you considered this alternative bank?

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Are these FTSE 100 stocks contrarian crackers or frightening flops?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild considers the investment case of two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) fallers.

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These 3 surprise high-yielders destroy cash

| Harvey Jones

These three stocks pay income of up to 27 times today's base rate, says Harvey Jones.

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3 reasons why I’m bullish on the Footsie’s future

| Peter Stephens

Here's why I think the Footsie will rise over the medium term.

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Are these the FTSE 250’s hottest growth stocks?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild highlights a cluster of FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) growth greats.

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Should you snap up these two big fallers today?

| Alan Oscroft

We've got some big movers today, and share price falls can lead to nice bargains. Are these two worth snapping…

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Will Sirius Minerals plc crash after its 132% rise in 2016?

| Peter Stephens

Should you avoid Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX) and buy a larger resources peer?

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Is this a better healthcare buy than AstraZeneca plc after today’s update?

| Peter Stephens

Will this healthcare stock keep beating AstraZeneca plc (LON: AZN)?

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Why are these two shares so hot today?

| Alan Oscroft

A sharp rise in the price of these shares means it could be time to get on board.

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Why are these big dividend companies trading at bargain basement prices?

| Ian Pierce

High dividends, healthy balance sheets and bargain basement prices make these shares worth a second look.

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Should contrarian investors jump on Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited and Tullow Oil plc?

| Ian Pierce

Will bargain hunters ignore ignore oil prices and jump on Gulf Keystone Petroleum Limited (LON: GKP) and Tullow Oil plc…

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Are these the best dividend stocks in the FTSE 100?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two of the highest yielding dividend stocks in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX). Are these yields…

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Are these the best bargains on the FTSE 100?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) fizzers trading far too cheaply!

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Should you buy today’s big mining winners?

| Alan Oscroft

These big gains mean the long-awaited mining sector recovery could be in full swing.

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Forget the expensive valuations! 2 Footsie stars worth their weight in gold

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild discusses the stunning investment potential of two Footsie giants.

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Do today’s big fallers provide unmissable bargains?

| Alan Oscroft

These falling share prices could be great news for investors looking to get in on the cheap.

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What GlaxoSmithKline plc’s choice of CEO means for shareholders

| Rupert Hargreaves

Will GlaxoSmithKline plc's (LON: GSK) new CEO be a blessing or a curse for shareholders?

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Low interest rates getting you down? These three dividend champions can help

| Rupert Hargreaves

These three dividend stocks are a great alternative to savings.

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Do today’s results make this resources stock a buy?

| Peter Stephens

Should you pile into this resources company right now?

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Should you buy this property stock after today’s results?

| Peter Stephens

Is this property company set to soar?

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Is Micro Focus International plc the hottest dividend stock around after today’s update?

| Peter Stephens

Should you buy Micro Focus International plc (LON: MCRO) for its income potential?

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Are these 6%+ yields too good to be true?

| Ian Pierce

Will falling earnings lead to dividend cuts for these income favourites?

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Don’t ignore these FTSE 100 firms with stellar growth potential

| Ian Pierce

High margin businesses and huge markets mean these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) giants could be great for growth investors.

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4 reasons to buy and sell Lloyds Banking Group plc

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild discusses the pros and cons of investing in Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY).

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Are these top healthcare stocks in your portfolio?

| Jack Tang

These two healthcare stocks are attractive on long-term fundamentals.

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Two cracking shares for growth and dividends

| Alan Oscroft

Do you think you have to choose between share price growth and dividends? Think again!

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2 FTSE 250 stars with dynamite dividend potential!

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild discusses the investment prospects of two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) income giants.

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Are these 2 commodity giants now dangerously overvalued?

| Harvey Jones

These two mining giants have made huge strides this year but Harvey Jones says they could have further to go.

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