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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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These under-the-radar FTSE 250 stocks haven’t just beaten the market. They’ve thrashed it!

| Paul Summers

If you think picking stocks never pays, our writer has news for you. Paul Summers highlights two FTSE 250 shares…

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Why I’d buy this FTSE 100 stock in a recession

| Ken Hall

This FTSE 100 stock has surged more than 30% in three months. Our writer Ken Hall thinks it could still…

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After hitting a five-year low I’m betting this hidden gem will rocket like the Rolls-Royce share price

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones hopes to replicate the excitement of the Rolls-Royce share price rally by investing in what he thinks is…

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Down 56% and 24% this year, are these 2 great FTSE 100 bargains?

| Christopher Ruane

This pair of household name FTSE 100 shares have both seen sharp price falls so far in 2024. So why…

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Looking for growth shares? I like this underrated FTSE 100 stock!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Growth shares come in all shapes and sizes. Our writer reckons this established but somewhat low-key pick could be a…

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7%+ yields! 2 dividend shares I’d buy today

| Charlie Keough

This Fool likes the look of these two dividend shares. If he had the cash, he'd add them to his…

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After Rightmove rejects a third takeover bid, what does the future hold for this FTSE 100 real estate giant?

| Mark Hartley

Rightmove has rejected a third takeover bid from Australia's REA. Our writer examines whether the move could help or hurt…

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1 key reason why it could be a once-in-a-decade time for me to buy FTSE stocks

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how the stock market has just begun a new era based on a key policy move that…

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After falling 14% in a week, is this FTSE 250 stock the bargain of the century?

| James Beard

The share price of this FTSE 250 British icon has fallen to levels never seen before. But does it mean…

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At a $3trn market-cap, can Nvidia stock double from here?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Nvidia stock's generated incredible returns over the last five years, doubling in price almost five times. Edward Sheldon believes it…

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After falling 21% in a day, is the Card Factory share price an unmissable opportunity?

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks the Card Factory share price falling as sales continue to grow doesn’t make sense. But is he…

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I think the Diageo share price could explode after this stunning breakthrough!

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones was beginning to think the Diageo share price was never going to recover. Now he reckons it's hit…

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Up 25% from their 2024 lows, is it too late to buy National Grid shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

National Grid shares have rallied hard in the last few months. Can they still provide good returns after this jump…

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With a yield of 18%, should I buy this under-the-radar energy stock for passive income?

| James Beard

In his quest for passive income, our writer takes a look at a little known energy stock that’s currently yielding…

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Has the BT share price gone too far?

| Charlie Keough

The BT share price has had a stellar 2024. But after its impressive rise, is there more room for growth?…

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4 defensive stocks Fools have bought for long-term gains

| The Motley Fool Staff

When buying stocks, many growth investors wisely choose to diversify with some solid, stable companies in their portfolio.

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6,195 Legal & General shares could generate £18,561 a year in passive income!

| Simon Watkins

A much smaller investment in Legal & General shares can still generate a very high passive income if the dividends…

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Under £5k in savings? I’d start buying shares and aim to turn that into £500k

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko says the best time to start buying shares is always now. In 30 years, is a £500k portfolio…

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how that could turn into a passive income worth £32,119 a year

| Charlie Keough

This Fool wouldn't keep a lump sum of savings in the bank. Instead, he'd start earning passive income through the…

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This 5.8%-yielding FTSE housebuilder looks cheap to me right now!

| Simon Watkins

After a tough period for the UK housing market, this big FTSE 100 builder looks in a good position to…

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Should I follow Hargreaves Lansdown investors and buy high-yield dividend stock Phoenix Group?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Phoenix Group shares currently offer a yield of nearly 10%. Should Edward Sheldon buy the British dividend stock for his…

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A share price up 70%! Is this FTSE 250 stock still the bargain it once was?

| Mark Hartley

With products flying off the shelves, it looks like this AI-ambitious FTSE 250 company's on track for a great 2024.…

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3 passive income stocks to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Mark Hartley

Our writer outlines a simple investment strategy to maximise the power of income stocks with the tax benefits of a…

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What’s the best UK stock to buy now for a second income?

| Mark Hartley

I’m excited about this small-but-promising REIT with a strong portfolio of assets. With an 8% dividend yield, it could be…

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2 UK shares that could outperform in October

| Stephen Wright

Shares in UK companies that generate a lot of revenue in China have been struggling. But there might be signs…

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1 investment I’ve been selling from my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett has been selling Apple stock on tax grounds. But Stephen Wright has other reasons for cutting the investment…

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Up 42% but with a P/E of just 8.1! Can anything stop the Barclays share price?

| Harvey Jones

The soaring Barclays share price has grabbed the attention of Harvey Jones because it still looks great value despite its…

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What’s going on with the surging Tesco share price?

| Charlie Carman

The Tesco share price has skyrocketed to a 10-year high this year. Our writer explores the reasons behind the grocery…

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Is Lloyds Banking Group a FTSE 100 bargain with the share price near 59p?

| Kevin Godbold

Lloyds' dividend is yielding a whopping 5.8%, so is the share price too low and creating a bargain for investors…

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Down 67%, should I buy this beaten-down FTSE 100 veteran for a 2025 recovery?

| Royston Wild

Burberry shares have been in freefall during the past 12 months. Should I buy the former FTSE 100 heavyweight in…

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I reckon this FTSE 100 stock could deliver a massive 40% 12-month return

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author thinks JD Sports might be one of the best investments for him in the FTSE 100 right now.…

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Here’s how I’d use the next stock market correction to try and aim for a million — with £30K

| Christopher Ruane

A stock market correction can be a lucrative buying opportunity for the suitably prepared long-term investor. Christopher Ruane explains.

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Are National Grid shares still a bargain buy near a 52-week high?

| Charlie Carman

National Grid shares have quickly recovered from their 52-week low back in May, but does the FTSE 100 utility stock…

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Here’s how I’d create a passive income stream worth over £18K annually

| Sumayya Mansoor

This Fool explains how she would go about building a passive income stream if she were to start today, including…

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Want to make millions like Warren Buffett? Here’s how to avoid his mistakes

| Alan Oscroft

Just look at that Warren Buffett bloke and all the investing mistakes he's made over the years... What do you…

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If I’d invested £10k in the easyJet share price just before the pandemic, here’s what I’d have today

| Muhammad Cheema

While the travel market has recovered since the pandemic, the easyJet share price hasn’t. Muhammad Cheema takes a look at…

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I reckon this FTSE 100 stock could eventually become a Dividend Aristocrat

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sometimes a FTSE 100 pick just looks like it has the attributes to become a great dividend stock. Our writer…

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With BP at 414p, is the share price offering investors a FTSE 100 bargain?

| Kevin Godbold

BP's weak share price has been driving up the dividend yield, making the stock worth consideration as a FTSE 100…

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I’d start investing with under £500 like this

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer uses his stock market experience to consider how he would start investing now for the first time on…

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Could the Lloyds share price ever hit £1 again?

| Christopher Ruane

With the Lloyds share price in pennies, could its strong performance in the past year continue and push it to…

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