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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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US stocks: a rare chance to profit from volatility?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As the US stock market falls, Zaven Boyrazian looks at the biggest losers for possible buying opportunities. Could this be…

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Hunting for the best shares to buy? Analysts think this stock might be about to double!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This aerospace supplier’s share price might be on the verge of doubling! Is this forecast too good to be true,…

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5 dividend stocks yielding 8.9% on average!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These five dividend stocks currently offer the highest yields in the FTSE 100. Are they traps, or lucrative income opportunities…

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Down 44% in 3 years, but experts forecast the Diageo share price is set for a stunning rally!

| Harvey Jones

The Diageo share price has taken an absolute beating over the last few years but Harvey Jones says some analyst…

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As the US stock market dives, here’s what Warren Buffett’s doing

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett appears to have successfully predicted the ongoing US stock market correction, so what’s he doing now to profit…

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2 high-yield dividend growth shares to consider ahead of the ISA deadline!

| Royston Wild

Looking to buy some last-minute dividend shares before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline? Here are two stars to consider.

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3 key things Nvidia stock investors just learned!

| Ben McPoland

Our writer takes a look at three takeaways from Nvidia's recent technology conference. Does he think the stock is worth…

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Forget gold! I’d aim for a million with a SIPP

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The price of gold is surging, but its long-term lacklustre performance might make it a poor performer within a SIPP.…

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Here’s how I’d invest my £20k Stocks & Shares ISA allowance to target a £7,326 passive income

| Harshil Patel

I’ve got some quality dividend shares in mind for my new Stocks and Shares ISA. Let’s crunch some numbers and…

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10% yield! Here’s the dividend forecast for Phoenix Group shares for 2025 and 2026

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best FTSE 100 dividend stocks to buy? The double-digit yields on Phoenix Group shares suggest it may…

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These penny shares are on my shortlist for my new 2025-26 ISA allowance

| Alan Oscroft

I'm looking at some penny shares that suffered falls in the past few years. But I think I see signs…

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2 growth shares stinking out my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025!

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland considers a pair of investments that are performing awfully in his ISA portfolio so far this year. What's…

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I asked ChatGPT if Tesla stock is doomed and it said this…

| Ben McPoland

Tesla stock is down 50% in just three months! Is this offering me a lucrative buying opportunity or not? I…

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5 British shares these Fools like more than Greggs for the long term

| The Motley Fool Staff

The Greggs share price is back down to pandemic levels, haven fallen around 30% in the past year. Time to…

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Up 25% in a year, is the Apple share price now too high?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane thinks Apple is a phenomenal business -- but he's much less excited about the tech giant's share price.…

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Is the shine coming off Nvidia stock?

| Andrew Mackie

As Nvidia’s CEO unveils a new chip, Andrew Mackie assesses whether the dizzy days of growth for the stock are…

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Near a 52-week low, is the Greggs share price now an unmissable bargain?

| Charlie Carman

The Greggs share price has plummeted 37% in a year, which leaves me wondering whether now is a good time…

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Can the Barclays share price climb another 20% after its recent stellar run? Analysts think so

| Harvey Jones

The Barclays share price has been smashing it, but brokers believe there's more growth to come from this high-flying FTSE…

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A fortnight before the ISA deadline, 2 mistakes to avoid!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains a couple of potentially costly mistakes he is aiming to avoid with his Stocks and Shares ISA…

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£10,000 invested in Alphabet shares 1 year ago’s now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Alphabet shares are among the cheapest within mega-cap technology stocks. Dr James Fox explores whether the Google parent is a…

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3 things to look at when buying shares for a SIPP!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane shares a trio of considerations he thinks investors should take into account when considering shares to buy for…

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With £20k of savings, here’s how an investor could target passive income of £451 a month

| Christopher Ruane

£20k could form the basis of a £450+ monthly passive income over the long term. Our writer explains how that…

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Could Tesla stock crash below $100?

| Christopher Ruane

Tesla stock has crashed in a matter of months -- and our writer reckons it may have a long way…

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Up 36% in a year, could the Lloyds share price move even higher?

| Christopher Ruane

The Lloyds share price has soared in the past year. Our writer sees some reasons that could potentially lift it…

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3 penny stocks with cheap valuations AND huge dividend yields!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best small-cap shares to buy for optimum value? Royston Wild reckons these dirt-cheap penny stocks are worth…

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My most exciting growth stock in the FTSE 100

| Andrew Mackie

Hunting the FTSE 100 for beaten-down stocks with growth potential, Andrew Mackie believes this Asian insurance business ticks all the…

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Here are the updated forecasts for Nvidia shares out to 2028

| Alan Oscroft

After the big Nvidia AI conference, analysts have healthy outlooks for the shares. We're seeing growth forecasts plus big price…

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How much would an investor need in an ISA for a £500 monthly income?

| Roland Head

The high yields available from some dividend stocks could make it easier for investors to meet passive income goals, as…

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A £10 Rolls-Royce share price! How soon might that happen?

| Alan Oscroft

Is there no stopping the Rolls-Royce share price in its sky-rocketing path? It beats my expectations every time we get…

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Is Helium One a good penny stock to buy?

| James Beard

According to some data that I’ve seen, there are 448 penny stocks to choose from. But there’s one in particular…

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This FTSE 100 stock has 34 years of dividend increases and trades at a 52-week low

| Stephen Wright

Buying shares in a durable business at an unusually low price is what investors dream of. And a FTSE 100…

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With growth stocks falling, this FTSE 100 company has caught my attention

| Stephen Wright

It’s no secret that 2025 has been a difficult year for growth stocks. But is it too soon for investors…

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At 108p, is this one of the best ex-penny stocks to consider buying today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After an 800% surge, can this former penny stock continue to skyrocket in 2025 and beyond? Zaven Boyrazian explores the…

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3 no-brainer UK shares to consider buying with just £100?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These UK shares are the most popular among British investors right now, but are they screaming bargains or risky traps?…

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Is it time to forget about the Footsie and look to the FTSE 250 for dividend shares?

| James Beard

Our writer considers whether income investors should turn to the UK’s second tier of listed companies when looking for dividend…

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3 FTSE 100 shares with low P/E ratios and brilliant dividend yields!

| Royston Wild

Recent market volatility means these FTSE 100 shares offer even better value for money. Here's why I think they're worth…

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£10,000 invested in Diageo shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Diageo shares have plummeted. Once among the largest stocks on the FTSE 100, the multinational drinks company is now the…

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12 months from now, £5,000 invested in a Stocks and Shares ISA could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing £5,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA today could make an enormous difference to investor wealth over the next…

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US stock market correction: a rare chance to get richer!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here’s how to leverage the recent stock market volatility to propel a portfolio to new heights and create long-term wealth…

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Should I buy the worst-performing stock on the FTSE 100 for its 6.4% dividend yield?

| Mark Hartley

Undervalued stocks with high yields present a unique opportunity to capitalise on returns. But does the FTSE 100's largest advertising…

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