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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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Searching for passive income? Here are 2 top dividend growth shares to consider!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares are tipped to lift dividends over the next two to three years,…

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Should I buy 29,761 shares in this FTSE 250 dividend REIT for £1,000 a year in passive income?

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright's wondering whether it's a good idea to buy shares in a FTSE 250 REIT with a highly reliable…

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A 12.65% yield? Here’s the dividend forecast for this FTSE income share

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through the2026/27 dividend forecast for an income stock that already has a double-digit yield but could go…

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Down 23% last year, here’s a FTSE 100 share that could rebound (and then some) in 2025!

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild thinks this dirt cheap FTSE 100 share has the ingredients to bounce back after a tough few years.…

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2 beaten-down shares to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025

| Ben McPoland

These high-quality businesses have suffered recent share price setbacks. This writer thinks they're now worth considering for a Stocks and…

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This billionaire is copying Warren Buffett. Should I do the same?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews fresh news about how an investment billionaire is imitating Warren Buffett as he goes after an interesting…

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I expect these 3 FTSE 100 shares to fly when inflation really starts to fall

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones picks out three FTSE 100 shares whose fortunes should improve once inflation is finally on the run. They're…

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After a positive Q4 update, is the Vistry share price set to bounce back?

| Stephen Wright

The Vistry share price has been falling sharply as a result of cost issues in its South Division. But the…

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Is it game over for the Diageo share price?

| Harvey Jones

The Diageo share price is showing as much spirit as an alcohol-free cocktail. Harvey Jones is wondering whether he should…

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3 key reasons why AstraZeneca’s share price looks a steal to me right now

| Simon Watkins

AstraZeneca’s share price has fallen a long way from its record-breaking level last year, which indicates that I may be…

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Here’s how investors could aim for a £6,531 annual passive income from £11,000 of Aviva shares

| Simon Watkins

As a stock’s yield rises when its price falls, I'm not bothered by Aviva shares’ apparent inability to break the…

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3 million reasons why earning a second income is more important than ever

| Mark Hartley

With AI posing a threat to UK jobs, our writer considers ways to earn a second income by investing in…

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With an 8% yield, is the second-largest FTSE 250 stock worth considering?

| Mark Hartley

Our writer considers the value of the second-largest stock on the FTSE 250 with a £4bn market cap and a…

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10%+ dividend yields! 3 top dividend shares to consider in 2025!

| Royston Wild

Investing in these high-yield UK dividend shares could deliver a huge passive income for years to come. Royston Wild explains…

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Greggs’ share price tanked last week. So I bought more!

| Royston Wild

Could Greggs be one of the FTSE 250's best bargains following its share price slump? Royston Wild thinks so, as…

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£10,000 invested in Games Workshop shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Stephen Wright

Despite inflation, higher interest rates, and a cost of living crisis, Games Workshop shares have gone from strength to strength…

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How much in a Stocks and Shares ISA could earn me £500 of passive income each month?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane does the maths and explains how he's trying to generate hundreds of pounds per month in passive income…

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Prediction: 2 UK shares that could outperform Rolls-Royce between now and 2030

| Stephen Wright

Away from the FTSE 100 and the FTSE 250, Stephen Wright thinks there are some UK shares with outstanding growth…

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Can easyJet soar like the Rolls-Royce share price?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is looking for FTSE 100 stocks that can match the success of the Rolls-Royce share price. Budget carrier…

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Is there any growth potential left in Tesla stock?

| Christopher Ruane

Tesla stock has shot up 85% in less than three months. Christopher Ruane shares his take on the firm's valuation…

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Can Taylor Wimpey rocket like the IAG share price?

| Harvey Jones

The IAG share price smashed the FTSE 100 last year but Harvey Jones thinks it may struggle to repeat that…

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Here’s how a stock market beginner could get going in 2025 with £260!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how a stock market novice could start buying shares for the first time this year with just…

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Games Workshop share price falters on half-year results as fears of US tariffs loom

| Mark Hartley

The Games Workshop share price suffered a dip this morning after releasing interim results. Is there more room for growth…

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How much would an investor need in an ISA to make £650 a month in second income?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how an investor can make use of an ISA to help build a generous second income stream…

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Market Movers

The JD Sports share price is down 10% today! Time to consider getting involved?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the JD Sports share price has fallen but also talks through why taking a step back…

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The only FTSE 100 shares I own at the start of 2025

| Ben McPoland

This writer currently owns 14 different FTSE 100 shares in his portfolio. Here's a quick look at what they are…

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This FTSE 250 stock’s jumped 12% after today’s results! Will it finally make me rich?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is thrilled to see his Ocado shares jump this morning following an upbeat set of festive results. But…

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Here’s why Oxford Nanopore Technologies stock is up 15% in the FTSE 250

| Ben McPoland

This innovative FTSE 250 stock has had a solid start to the year, rising 15% in just two days. Is…

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Where’s the stock market heading in 2025? Here’s what the experts say

| Mark Hartley

After a rocky start to the year, Mark Hartley is on a mission to find out where the stock market…

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£11,000 in savings? Here’s how investors could consider aiming for £3,975 a year of passive income!

| Simon Watkins

Relatively small investments in this FTSE 100 high-yield star could generate much higher passive income over time, especially using dividend…

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Is it worth me buying National Grid shares for around £9 after a 14% drop?

| Simon Watkins

National Grid shares have fallen significantly from their post-rights issue high seen in September, which indicates to me a possible…

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As the Diageo share price falls another 6% in 2025, what should investors do?

| Stephen Wright

The rise of GLP-1 drugs is sending the Diageo share price lower. But Stephen Wright thinks investors should try to…

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Here’s what £10,000 invested in Greggs shares on 2 January is worth now…

| Harvey Jones

Greggs' shares have been among the most popular on the FTSE 250 in recent years, but 2025 brought bad news…

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Could former penny share Filtronic be a millionaire-maker at 101p?

| Ben McPoland

Filtronic (LON:FTC) stock has rocketed 359% in a year and burst past the 100p mark! Does the ex-penny share interest…

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Just opened an ISA? Here’s a 9% yield dividend share to consider!

| Royston Wild

Looking to make a large and growing passive income? Here's a top FTSE 100 dividend share for Stocks and Shares…

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How much would a Stocks & Shares ISA investor need for a £500 weekly passive income?

| Royston Wild

Investing in a selection of global shares, trusts, and ETFs can help Stocks and Shares ISA investors build a large…

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Just released: January’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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Here’s why I’m waiting for a lower Rolls-Royce share price to buy

| Christopher Ruane

After a storming couple of years for the Rolls-Royce share price, this writer explains why he's holding off on making…

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Could this FTSE 100 stalwart turn my Stocks and Shares ISA into a passive income machine?

| Stephen Wright

Tesco has been a resilient part of the FTSE 100 since 1996. But should Stephen Wright look to make it…

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These are my top 3 defensive shares to buy in 2025!

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley considers three shares he feels could provide stability if markets are volatile -- and if he wants to…

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