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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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Why did the YouGov share price just crash 37%?

| Alan Oscroft

The YouGov share price has been weak for a while. But that's nothing compared to what happened after this profit…

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YouGov shares collapse 37%! What’s going on with this AIM stock?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer takes a look at why YouGov shares fell dramatically today and assesses whether this might be a chance…

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Earnings up almost 15%! Is it time to seriously consider this FTSE 250 stock?

| Kevin Godbold

Ongoing recovery and growth in this high-performing FTSE 250 business means there may be more to come for investors.

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Are there still bargains on the FTSE 100? Here’s what the charts say

| Charlie Keough

The FTSE 100 has been gaining momentum this year. But this Fool still sees plenty of bargains on the index.…

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These FTSE stocks could surge with inflation back at 2%

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains several reasons why lower inflation is good for FTSE stocks, and provides examples of those he thinks…

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Missed out on Nvidia stock? Here’s what I’m looking for next time!

| Christopher Ruane

After Nvidia stock soared almost 3,500% in five years, our writer has learned some lessons he hopes may help him…

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These FY results could be just what we need for DS Smith share price growth

| Alan Oscroft

While eyes are turned towards high-tech growth stocks these days, I think the DS Smith share price might have slipped…

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Here’s how I’d aim to get rich with Warren Buffett’s strategy, starting with just £500

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author says Warren Buffett's strategy of long-term wealth building can make even the most humble of us richer over…

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I bought 319 Scottish Mortgage shares for my SIPP in January. Here’s how they’ve done

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Scottish Mortgage shares were out of favour in January so Edward Sheldon bought more of them for his pension. Was…

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Is Tesco’s share price still a bargain after rising 26% over a year?

| Simon Watkins

Recent results show Tesco is still growing its leading market share, and despite its share price gains this year, it…

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Is this FTSE 250 gem the next big thing in defence sector shares?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 250 defence firm was founded by the MoD, has seen its order book and profits swell, and is…

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Here’s what the National Grid share price fall could mean for passive income investors

| Alan Oscroft

It's long been seen as one of the FTSE 100's best stocks for durable dividends. What does the recent National…

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£6,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into a £500 monthly passive income

| Mark Hartley

With careful planning and patience, it’s not hard to earn a passive income with UK shares. Here’s one way to…

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Here’s how I’d aim for a second income of £1,000 a month, with just £10 a day

| Alan Oscroft

How much do we need to build a decent second income? With enough time, we could do it with a…

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Down 12% in a month, is this the FTSE 250’s most overlooked gem?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author thinks Kainos is one of the most overlooked FTSE 250 gems. Here's why he thinks the future could…

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Just released: our 3 best dividend-focused stocks to consider buying before July [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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A top FTSE 250 stock to consider buying for rapid dividend growth!

| Royston Wild

Looking for dividend shares to target a lifetime of passive income? Here's a FTSE 250 growth stock that could provide…

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3 reasons to consider buying National Grid shares like there’s no tomorrow!

| Royston Wild

Investor appetite for National Grid shares remains lacklustre following the dividend rebasement and rights issue. But I think they may…

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3 UK stocks I reckon could benefit from the upcoming general election

| Sumayya Mansoor

As the general election hurtles towards us, this Fool wonders which UK stocks could benefit, and focuses on three picks…

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At 11%, this dividend share pays the biggest yield in the FTSE 100

| Alan Oscroft

When a dividend share offers a big yield, we need to be cautious of the risks. But I reckon this…

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I reckon Hiscox shares could be one of the best bargains on the FTSE

| Gordon

I've been investing in FTSE companies for years, but after a major decline I've not seen a company with as…

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4 reasons I’d still buy National Grid shares in a heartbeat despite the recent wobble!

| Sumayya Mansoor

As National Grid shares plunged on the news of a right issue, I’m not flinching, and reckon it's a top…

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After gaining 45% in 12 months, is the Amazon share price now overvalued?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author thinks the Amazon share price might be too high. While the long-term future of the business looks bright,…

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2 hot dividend stocks I’d buy and hold for 10 years

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer reckons these two dividend stocks could help her bag juicy dividends for years to come and explains why.

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2 dividend-paying penny shares I’d happily own

| Christopher Ruane

These two penny shares have caught our writer's eye for a combination of income prospects now and business growth potential…

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This FTSE 250 share looks like a bargain to me!

| Christopher Ruane

This FTSE 250 share has seen its price tumble due to chaotic local economic conditions in a key market. But…

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Should I buy Scottish Mortgage shares to profit from the AI stock surge?

| Alan Oscroft

Fancy some tech stock growth? Want to snap up a bit of the AI action? Scottish Mortgage shares might be…

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Here’s how I’d try to turn a £20K ISA into a high-yield machine producing £2,290 of passive income next year!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains an approach to investing his ISA in high-yield shares, including investment trusts. He hopes they could boost…

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My top UK lithium stock to consider buying now

| Muhammad Cheema

Even though lithium prices plunged in late 2023, Muhammad Cheema still thinks Rio Tinto is a great stock to consider…

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With yields of 9.4% and 5.2%, these FTSE 100 stocks could be great passive income buys!

| Royston Wild

Considering these FTSE 100 dividend stocks could be a better way to generate a passive income than investing in an…

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3 world-class FTSE 100 dividend shares I’d consider buying for lasting passive income

| Paul Summers

Dividends can never be guaranteed, but some FTSE 100 firms have been head and shoulders above the pack when it…

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What’s going on with the Hargreaves Lansdown share price?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith flags up the sharp move higher in the Hargreaves Lansdown share price but notes why the investment potential…

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Berkeley’s share price slips on results-day, but the dividend yields almost 5%!

| Kevin Godbold

Despite a weak share price, housebuilder Berkeley is shaping up as a decent dividend-payer within the FTSE 100 index.

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The Unilever share price recovery has finally begun and I think it will keep climbing

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones decided the Unilever share price was ripe for a recovery. He took a chance on the FTSE 100…

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I’m using the summer stock market dip to buy bargain shares before they rally

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones isn't fazed by the UK stock market dip. Instead, he's on the hunt for bargain FTSE 100 shares.…

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Greggs shares: a tasty option for a Stocks and Shares ISA today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Greggs shares have had a great run in recent years. However, Edward Sheldon believes that they can continue to deliver…

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If I spend £800 on Lloyds shares today, here’s what a decade of dividends could total

| Christopher Ruane

How much might spending under a thousand pounds on Lloyds shares today earn this writer in dividends over the next…

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Is there any value left in Nvidia stock? Here’s what the charts say!

| Charlie Keough

In the last year Nvidia is up 210%. But is the stock overvalued? This Fool takes a closer look and…

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Why I can’t afford to not invest in these FTSE 100 shares

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why certain FTSE 100 shares from sectors including banking and property have driven the index's gains recently.

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Games Workshop shares just blew up! Here’s why

| Paul Summers

Games Workshop shares have rocketed thanks to a very positive update on trading. With his own cash tied up in…

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