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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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I’d listen to Warren Buffett when I look for UK shares to buy

| Stephen Wright

UK shares are holding up well in a volatile stock market. But as Stephen Wright points out, resilience doesn’t have…

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A 6.4% yield but down 11%! Is it time for me to buy this FTSE 250 dividend stock?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 250 terrestrial and digital broadcaster pays nearly double the index’s average yield, and its shares look very undervalued…

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Despite strong H1 results, BAE Systems’ share price has dipped 8%, so should I buy more?

| Simon Watkins

BAE Systems’ share price has dropped since its 12-month high of £13.99, despite good H1 results, leaving the stock significantly…

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I’m considering buying 200 shares in this FTSE 250 star to target £4,500 a month in passive income!

| Royston Wild

I'm looking for ways to make an enormous passive income. A couple of hundred shares in this FTSE 250 star…

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Could popular index trackers derail your retirement?

| Malcolm Wheatley

Betting your retirement plans on the Magnificent Seven is fine if that’s what you want to do — but don’t…

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These are 2 of my best shares to buy for a winning portfolio!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Looking for shares to buy for her holdings, our writer reckons these two no-brainer industry giants could be savvy additions…

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How much money do I need to invest in the stock market to create a second income?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Building a second income through investing is possible. This Fool breaks down the maths and methods of how she would…

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These FTSE 100 stocks could benefit from falling interest rates!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Could further interest rate cuts send FTSE 100 stocks upwards? Our writer thinks so, and details two picks she likes.

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Down 70% and yielding 10%, is this FTSE 250 share a bargain?

| Roland Head

This founder-led firm is trading at levels last seen in 2009. Is this FTSE 250 share an unmissable bargain -…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I’d be happy as Larry to buy and hold for passive income

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers checks out the latest earnings report from a FTSE 250 stock he thinks has great passive income credentials.

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Here’s how I’d aim to double my money in a stock market crash!

| Christopher Ruane

This writer is getting ready now for the next stock market crash, whenever it happens. Here he explains why he…

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After reporting earnings, the Vodafone share price looks tempting

| Gordon

The Vodafone share price is down 20% in the last year, but with signs of a turnaround plan in the…

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This brilliant piece of Warren Buffett advice is transforming how I buy shares

| Harvey Jones

Every time Harvey Jones catches up on Warren Buffett he learns a new lesson about investing. He also learns what…

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Down 8% in a week, are Lloyds shares a screaming buy?

| Harvey Jones

Lloyds shares fell in the recent stock market sell-off, but are bouncing back. Harvey Jones is keen to buy more…

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Legal & General shares are flat after H1 results, but is the 10% yield too good to ignore?

| Roland Head

Investors seem wary about Legal & General shares. Roland Head asks if the generous dividend yield is supported by recent…

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As the Coca-Cola HBC share price dips 3% despite a strong H1, should I invest?

| Ben McPoland

The Coca-Cola HBC share price fell today, leading this Fool to ask himself: is now the right time to buy…

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If I’d put £10,000 into Glencore shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

| Paul Summers

Glencore shares have performed miserably so far in 2024. Paul Summers estimates how big his paper loss would be.

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The yield on this FTSE 250 stock has jumped above 10%! Should I buy?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through a FTSE 250 stock that offers a very high dividend yield, but is one that he…

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At a P/E ratio of 17, are Airbnb shares unbelievable value?

| Stephen Wright

Does a 31% decline over the last 12 months mean value investors should start paying attention to Airbnb shares as…

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What a UK recession could mean for the BT share price

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the BT share price could initially come under pressure with a recession, but why investors might…

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Greggs shares are up 16% this year. What’s next in store?

| Charlie Keough

Greggs' shares have been flying in recent years. But this Fool reckons the high street stalwart's stock looks too expensive…

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£10k of savings? I’d buy these FTSE 100 bargains before they soar again

| Harshil Patel

Stock market wobbles can make investors nervous. But they’re often opportunities to buy quality FTSE 100 shares at lower prices.…

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These value stocks could rise 21% to 32%

| Charlie Keough

Brokers are backing these value stocks to soar in the next 12 months. This Fool takes a closer look to…

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I’m buying this stock market dip

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The stock market's been volatile in recent weeks. Edward Sheldon's been taking advantage of the turbulence and buying shares for…

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How much passive income would I make each year from £17,000 of BT shares?

| Simon Watkins

BT shares are 75% undervalued by my reckoning, look set for strong growth and offer a very good yield that…

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A 5%+ yield and down 13%, is this FTSE bank an unmissable bargain right now?

| Simon Watkins

Shares in this FTSE 100 banking gem look very undervalued to me, supported by solid business growth prospects, and a…

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Investing For Beginners

Here’s my updated FTSE 100 watchlist for a stock market crash

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs the rule over two specific FTSE 100 stocks he wants to buy if both experience swift moves…

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1 oversold growth stock I’m buying as investors worry about a US recession

| Stephen Wright

With the US jobs market pointing towards a recession, there’s an under-the-radar growth stock down 69% that Stephen Wright thinks…

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Last chance to consider buying NatWest shares for a September dividend

| Stephen Wright

NatWest shares are about to trade without a dividend worth 1.8% of the current share price. So should investors think…

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6%+ yields! Which of these cheap UK dividend shares should I buy?

| Mark Hartley

These FTSE 100 dividend shares look like bargains right now. But could one of them prove to be more lucrative…

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5 FTSE 100 value shares that Fools expect to continue soaring

| The Motley Fool Staff

The presence and identity of value stocks within indices can vary. But how about long-term shares in the FTSE 100…

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Down 37% in a year, I reckon this value stock is a screaming buy

| Sumayya Mansoor

This value stock has caught our writer’s attention as she feels its drop provides her with a great entry point…

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Looking for growth stocks? This cheap 6% yielding pick looks attractive!

| Sumayya Mansoor

As growth stocks go, this building supplier looks like a good opportunity as it trades cheaply, and offers a passive…

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2 quality stocks I’m considering buying for my Stocks and Shares ISA in August

| Ben McPoland

As the market dips this month, Ben McPoland has his eye on this pair of leading companies for his Stocks…

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3 reasons why Lloyds could be one of the worst shares to buy in August!

| Royston Wild

Lloyds shares look ultra cheap as summer draws to a close. But Royston Wild thinks it has the hallmarks of…

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Down more than 20% this year, here are 2 oversold stocks to consider buying today

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why these unloved FTSE 250 shares are on his list of stocks to consider buying in this…

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This FTSE 250 bargain down 45% gives me a breath-taking 9% yield

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is tempted by this ultra-high yielding FTSE 250 value stock that seems to have bags of recovery potential.…

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These 2 dividend stocks look like no-brainer buys despite challenges ahead

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer details why she feels these dividend stocks could be great buys to help boost her wealth despite risks…

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3 mega-cheap stocks I’d buy for an instant £1,520 dividend income!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares are tipped to provide huge dividend income this year. Here's why they could…

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3 FTSE shares on my shopping list if the stock market dip becomes a crash

| Paul Summers

Rather than worry about his portfolio, our writer is busy compiling a list of quality FTSE stocks he'd buy if…

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