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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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No savings at 40? I’d buy cheap UK shares to retire richer

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying cheap UK shares can have a profound impact on long-term wealth, even when starting later in life. Zaven Boyrazian…

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£9k in savings? Here’s how to target at least £980 in passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how he’d instantly unlock hundreds of pounds in passive income in 2024 by investing in top-notch, long-term…

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2 high-dividend ETFs to consider for passive income in August!

| Royston Wild

Investing in an exchange-traded fund (ETF) can provide healthy returns while at the same time reducing risk. Here are two…

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£10,000 stashed away? Here’s how I’d use it to target a £4,135-a-month passive income

| Ben McPoland

This Fool highlights a growth stock that he believes can help a portfolio grow to the point where it generates…

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Down 27% in 6 months! Is this battered FTSE stock one of the best shares to buy today?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE share has plummeted in the space of several months. Could it be the best bargain-hunting opportunity of the…

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Down 10%+ in 6 months, I expect these FTSE 100 shares to rebound sharply!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 stocks have slumped in value for different reasons. But the one thing that connects them is the…

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I love this FTSE 250 growth share! Here are just 3 reasons why

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 250 company has delivered supreme shareholder returns during the past 10 years. Our writer Royston Wild thinks it…

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Best British value stocks to consider buying in August

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top value stocks they’d buy in August, including one Fire and one…

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This FTSE 100 stock has slumped 66% in a year! Is it now a bargain or one to avoid?

| Sumayya Mansoor

The past 12-months have been an interesting time for many FTSE 100 stocks. Is one of the victims of volatility…

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I’d buy 9,595 shares of this dividend stock to generate an extra £200 of monthly passive income

| Muhammad Cheema

BP shares currently have an eye-catching dividend yield of 5.1%. This makes them an excellent opportunity to make some passive…

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£10K tucked away? Here’s how I’d turn that into a passive income stream worth £304 a week!

| Sumayya Mansoor

This Fool explains how she would put money in her bank to work by investing to help create a passive…

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Growth Shares

Down 84%, I’m backing this FTSE 250 stock to make a comeback

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith flags up a FTSE 250 stock that has been battered in recent years, but has many reasons now…

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7% yield and down 40%! This bargain basement growth share looks an unmissable buy to me

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones rates growth share Wickes Group, which offers an unmissable dividend income stream too. He's keen to buy before…

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Is this the best share to buy with £500 in August?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is a bit short of cash right now but that isn't stopping him from looking around for the…

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No savings at 40? How I’d aim to build an £8,229 passive income from FTSE 100 shares

| Harvey Jones

By investing in dividend-paying FTSE 100 shares, Harvey Jones can create a long-term passive income... then get on with the…

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The IAG share price takes another step closer to its 230p target! Too late to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price represents a huge discount to what analysts believe is fair value. Dr James Fox takes a…

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Why the latest results from below-the-radar FTSE stock Intertek could support further share price gains

| Roland Head

Intertek’s share price remains below historic highs, but these results suggest the company's gaining momentum, says Roland Head.

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Growth Shares

1 firm I’d buy over Nvidia shares for my Stocks and Shares ISA in August

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he's thinking of passing on volatile US tech shares right now in favour of a UK…

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Would I be crazy to buy more Nvidia stock today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Nvidia stock's currently trading about 22% below its all-time high. Edward Sheldon's wondering if he should buy more shares now.

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Could this be as cheap as it gets for these 2 FTSE 100 stocks?

| Charlie Keough

These 2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks have caught this Fool's attention. He reckons now could be a good time for…

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I’d buy these 2 quality stocks to make passive income with an ISA

| Charlie Keough

Footsie constituents BP and NatWest both have juicy dividend yields. This Fool breaks down why he'd happily buy them for…

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£11,000 in savings? The highest-yielding stock on the FTSE 100 could provide an £11,736-a-year second income

| Charlie Keough

With a lump sum saved, this Fool would turn to the Footsie's highest-paying dividend stock to generate a meaty second…

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Value Shares

3 value stocks with huge dividend yields

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been searching the UK market for value stocks that pay big dividends. Here are three cheap high-yielders…

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After a 40% decline, is this FTSE 100 stock too cheap to ignore?

| Roland Head

This FTSE 100 stock keeps falling, but is it really cheap? Roland Head takes a look at this remarkable business…

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3 factors that could send Scottish Mortgage shares soaring

| Charlie Keough

This Fool outlines three key reasons he thinks Scottish Mortgage shares could keep gaining momentum this year and beyond.

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Would you take £10,000 in cash, or a £100 monthly passive income?

| Stephen Wright

£10,000's a decent amount of cash. But investors should be careful not to underestimate the long-term value of a regular…

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3 market-beating growth stocks long-term investors should consider for generational wealth

| Mark Hartley

The best growth stocks are those that outperform leading global indexes with each passing year. Here are three that I…

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With 7.4% yields, I think these are two of the best dividend stocks on the FTSE 250

| Mark Hartley

I'm looking for the best FTSE 250 dividend stocks to buy in 2024. I like the look of the yields…

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I’m up nearly 180% on this growth stock. Is it time to sell?

| Gordon

Now and again, the right growth stock can really fly, leaving investors wondering how far to go. So should I…

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Will FTSE 100 stocks rise or fall over the next 6 months? Here’s what investors think!

| Royston Wild

FTSE stocks are back in fashion as investors respond to better economic data and July's general election result. Can they…

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Is this my last chance to create a huge second income?

| Dr. James Fox

UK stocks offer attractive second income opportunities, but investors may need to act soon to capitalise on low valuations as…

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Down 44% in 6 months! Is the FTSE 100’s worst performer the best share to buy today?

| Royston Wild

Burberry's share price has dropped through the floor as tough trading conditions persist. Could it now be one of the…

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Down 21% in 6 months, I expect this FTSE 250 growth share to bounce back!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 250's packed with brilliant bargains right now. Here, Royston Wild picks out one of his favourites after its…

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Best British growth stocks to consider buying in August

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top growth stocks they’d buy in August, which included one Fire and…

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Melrose’s share price sinks again! Is this a top dip-buying opportunity?

| Royston Wild

Melrose's share price looks exceptionally cheap compared to that of another major FTSE 100 aerospace stock. Is now the time…

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Here’s how I’d aim to earn a ton of passive income starting from scratch

| Charlie Carman

Earning passive income from the stock market can be the key to a long and happy retirement. Our writer explains…

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Could this rising FTSE 250 defence star be a better buy than BAE Systems shares?

| Sumayya Mansoor

BAE Systems shares seem to be the most popular defence stock among investors. Our writer wants to take a closer…

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Down 42%, is CrowdStrike one of the best growth stocks to buy today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

CrowdStrike’s share price has fallen more than 40% since the cybersecurity company caused a major global IT outage. Should Ed…

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The Shell share price has a juicy European discount! But it may not go higher

| Dr. James Fox

The Shell share price pushed upwards after it announced $6.3bn of adjusted earnings for Q2. Our writer explains what this…

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This renowned FTSE 250 stock took a tumble in July. Is now the time to pounce?

| Charlie Keough

FTSE 250 stalwart ITV saw its share price fall after its latest results announcement. This Fool reckons that could present…

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