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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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£20K in savings? Here’s how I’d invest that and bag a second income worth £1.5k a month!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Investing a lump sum and regular monthly amounts could unlock a lucrative second income for our writer to enjoy in…

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Despite the mini FTSE rally in 2024, quality UK stocks are still on sale!

| Sumayya Mansoor

2024 has been decent so far for the Footsie. Despite this mini-resurgence, this Fool reckons some UK stocks are still…

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Could this 25%-yielding stock help me turn £20,000 of savings into £3,402 a month of passive income?

| James Beard

Our writer considers whether investing £20,000 in this high-yielding stock could generate a four-figure monthly passive income.

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At a 52-week low, this FTSE 100 stock looks like a big opportunity

| Stephen Wright

Discount retail is a big theme for investors at the moment. And the FTSE 100 has one of the best…

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2 no-brainer UK shares I wish I’d known about when I started investing

| Mark Hartley

When starting out in the investing world, it can be scary. Here are two stable UK shares to consider for…

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Should I buy Shein shares after the IPO?

| Jesse Williamson

Jesse Williamson looks at whether Shein shares could be a good investment with an IPO imminent.

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2 dirt-cheap dividend shares I’d buy for long-term passive income

| Gordon

In today's uncertain economy, having a reliable passive income can be a real game changer. I've found two dividend stocks…

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I’m an income-hunter and this dividend stock with a 9% yield looks juicy

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith flags up a more unusual dividend stock that specialises in debt and credit but has a very high…

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Rolls-Royce shares have tripled in a year! Here’s why

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane digs into why Rolls-Royce shares have done so well lately, whether he thinks they could keep going --…

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Billionaire Warren Buffett owns this stock with a 60% dividend yield!

| Charlie Keough

Warren Buffett's stake in Coca-Cola pays him a handsome amount of passive income every year. This Fool explains how.

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At 72p, is the Vodafone share price really a bargain?

| Charlie Keough

With the Vodafone share price sliding, is it really as cheap as it looks on paper? This Fool doesn't think…

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Is it time to consider this beaten-down stock for an ISA?

| Charlie Keough

An ISA is a great investment vehicle that many use to maximise gains. This Fool thinks he's found a stock…

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As Ocado says goodbye to the FTSE 100, here comes LondonMetric Property!

| James Beard

As part of the latest quarterly reshuffle, Ocado will leave the FTSE 100 and a rapidly-growing real estate investment trust…

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As the Eurasia Mining share price crashes, is it now a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The Eurasia Mining share price has had a brilliant few days -- but has now fallen heavily. Our writer looks…

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As National Grid shares dip, is this a chance for investors to consider buying?

| Charlie Keough

National Grid took a major fall in May as investors hurried to offload the stock. But could now be a…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in AstraZeneca shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Paul Summers

When it comes to beating the market, AstraZeneca shares have more than delivered. If only our writer had invested back…

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BP’s share price is down 18% since October, so is it time for me to buy the dip?

| Simon Watkins

BP’s share price drop makes it look even more undervalued to me, especially with solid growth forecasts and increased rewards…

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How I’d try to turn a £50k lump sum into £606 of passive income every month

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through how he'd allocate his money in top dividend stocks to squeeze the most out of the…

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This passive income stock is up 8% this month alone and still looks undervalued

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author thinks Big Yellow Group is one of the best British passive income investments. It has a history of…

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Recently released: Share Advisor’s latest lower-risk, higher-yield 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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Are there 8.4m reasons why the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price is 62% undervalued?

| James Beard

The Greatland Gold share price has risen 24% since the start of May. I think it could be argued that…

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Nearing its 52-week low, this growth stock could be the bargain of the year!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Shares of this US technology giant have fallen from grace in 2024, but is the growth stock now valued at…

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What are the best stocks to buy with £500 in 2024?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down a growth and income share from his portfolio that he believes are the best stocks to…

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Time to start buying FTSE 250 shares at a bargain price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Despite the FTSE 250 being on the rise, the growth index is still looking too cheap to me. So is…

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5 of the ‘safest’ dividend shares investors can consider in 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores the UK’s biggest Dividend Aristocrat shares to see whether these ‘safe’ investments can live up to expectations…

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Up 55%, the Rolls-Royce share price just keeps rising! Am I missing out?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Momentum in the Rolls-Royce share price is putting the FTSE 100 to shame! Am I missing out by staying on…

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Buy-to-let? This 7.3% dividend yield is a better long-term income stream

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A high dividend yield can be a tremendous source of passive income, if it’s sustainable. And this FTSE 250 stock…

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Never mind the FTSE 100. These small-cap UK shares are on fire!

| Paul Summers

The UK's top-tier index has had a good past 12 months. But our writer has found three UK shares from…

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1 iconic FTSE 250 stock to sweeten up my Stocks and Shares ISA this summer?

| Ben McPoland

I'm wondering if this mid-cap UK stock with its long history could make for a sweet addition to my Stocks…

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Should I buy this FTSE 100 giant sitting near its 52-week low?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This popular FTSE 100 stock is having a tough ride in 2024. But is this secretly a buying opportunity for…

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Surely Nvidia stock can’t just keep rising?

| Charlie Keough

Nvidia has been one of the hottest stocks on the market. But what could this year and beyond have in…

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Should I buy penny stock Virgin Galactic at 67p?

| Ben McPoland

This Fool considers Virgin Galactic (NYSE:SPCE) after its epic fall from grace. Might it be worth taking a small punt…

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317 shares in this overlooked FTSE 100 dividend gem can generate £7,134 in annual passive income!

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 commodities giant looks set to benefit as China’s economy recovers and it pays a high dividend that…

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2 car stocks I wouldn’t touch with a bargepole in today’s market!

| Dr. James Fox

The stock market offers an array of investment opportunities, but at the moment, I wouldn't buy either of these two…

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These FTSE 100 stocks are flying! Can they keep it up?

| Charlie Keough

The FTSE 100 has posted a healthy gain in the last year. This Fool investigates two stocks to see if…

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2 magnificent FTSE shares I’m eyeing for June

| Charlie Keough

With both the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 gaining pace, this Fool is on the lookout for what he could…

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Up 10% this year! Is it time for investors to consider buying Greggs shares?

| Charlie Keough

Shares in British icon Greggs have performed excellently. But where do they go from here? This Fool explores what could…

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Down 88% in 5 years, will the ASOS share price ever recover?

| Gordon

It's been an ugly few years for the ASOS share price, but with the economy showing signs of strength again,…

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Investing £20,000 in these FTSE 100 stocks could yield a £3,100 passive income by 2034

| Stephen Wright

A few UK shares have dividend yields over 8%. Are any of them worth considering for passive income investors?

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3 UK shares I’d buy for my ISA — and hold for the long term

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks at a trio of blue-chip FTSE 100 shares he would happily own in his ISA for years…

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