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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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5 great value UK companies I’d buy in a Stocks and Shares ISA and aim to hold for decades 

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is getting to work on his Stocks and Shares ISA. He thinks these five firms have solid income…

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Value Shares

Are GSK shares a bargain after falling 11%?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

GSK shares have taken a hit in recent weeks due to Zantac uncertainty. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether they’re…

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Nearing £5, could the Rolls-Royce share price hit £6?

| Christopher Ruane

The Rolls-Royce share price has soared in the past year. Our writer thinks there could be a strong runway ahead…

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Here’s how I’d aim to build wealth the same way as Warren Buffett

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks at some of the principles used by billionaire investor Warren Buffett and explains why he also uses…

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Dividend Shares

Here’s my 2024/25 dividend forecast for National Grid shares after their recent 17% plunge

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

National Grid shares could still be a good choice for income, even after the recent seven-for-24 rights issue, says Edward…

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Top Stocks

5 quality UK stocks to consider buying for the new ‘British ISA’

| The Motley Fool Staff

In theory, a British ISA would allow investors an additional £5k (on top of the standard £20k allowance) so long…

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4.24% yield and a P/E of just 12.1! Tesco shares look like a no-brainer buy for me

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones thinks Tesco shares look good value after today's solid first-quarter results. He's now saving up to buy the…

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Market Movers

Why the Raspberry Pi share price is on everyone’s minds right now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews the 14% jump in the Raspberry Pi share price today as part of the successful IPO of…

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Investing For Beginners

2 UK stocks that could do well out of the general election

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs the rule over two UK stocks that may benefit from higher spending on healthcare, consumer staples and…

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Could this undervalued growth stock be the next big success story in US tech?

| Mark Hartley

Shares of this US technology giant have collapsed almost 50% in 2024, but is the growth stock now an incredibly…

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After soaring 35% this year, is there still value in Barclays shares? Here’s what the charts say!

| Charlie Keough

Barclays has been on a tear in 2024. But where does that leave investors considering buying some shares now? This…

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Nvidia stock has surged 3,450%. This UK investment trust owns loads!

| Christopher Ruane

Nvidia's recent amazing price surge has helped boost the value of this investment trust too as the chipmaker is its…

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Investing Articles

After the general election what might happen to the FTSE 100?

| James Beard

Our writer’s been looking at the manifestos of the three main political parties to try and understand how the general…

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Investing Articles

When will Shein hit the UK stock market and should I invest?

| Ben McPoland

With Shein looking likely to list on the London stock market in 2024, this writer weighs up the case for…

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Investing Articles

Start supercharging passive income with REITs!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Are REITs the ultimate investment for boosting income generated from a portfolio? Zaven Boyrazian explores some of the most lucrative…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy more Rolls-Royce shares near 500p?

| Ben McPoland

This investor is wondering whether to buy more Rolls-Royce shares this summer or to just stick with those he already…

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Investing Articles

After its big fall, is the National Grid share price dirt cheap now?

| Alan Oscroft

The National Grid share price fell sharply in reponse to new rights issue plans. But is it an even better…

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Starting in June, I’d invest £1,000 a month to aim for a £102,000 second income in retirement

| Ben McPoland

This author highlights a less well-known FTSE 100 stock that could help his portfolio generate a very big second income…

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Down 47% in 5 years, is the IAG share price due a bounce?

| Gordon

Many companies in the travel sector have seen fierce rallies since 2020. But with the IAG share price still down…

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Despite its drop, I reckon this is one of the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy and hold!

| Sumayya Mansoor

The FTSE 100 has been climbing in 2024 but this favourite of our writer's has been falling. Despite this, she’s…

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AI stocks vs EV shares; which is the best sector for me to invest in?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith considers the recent rally in AI stocks and weighs up whether to allocate more money there versus EV…

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Do Greggs shares have even more growth ahead?

| Gordon

Greggs shares have seen some solid growth in the last few months, as the economy shows positive signs. But is…

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Investing For Beginners

How I’d aim to grow my Stocks & Shares ISA from £20k to £1m

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how diversification and focusing on sectors for the future can help grow his Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Market Movers

The Wise share price just fell 17%! Time to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Wise share price just experienced its second massive drop since April. Is this a great buying opportunity for long-term…

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Investing Articles

Are these 5 LSE dividend bargains the best shares to buy in a million-pound SIPP?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is scouring the FTSE 100 to find the best shares to buy for his self-invested personal pension (SIPP)…

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Investing Articles

This UK Dividend Aristocrat just raised its payout for the 45th year in a row

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane runs his rule over a Dividend Aristocrat in the FTSE 100 that has announced its 45th consecutive 5%+…

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Investing Articles

Could these 2 recovering UK stocks become future passive income heroes? 

| Mark Hartley

Earning a passive income from shares won't happen overnight. Looking ahead for future dividend heroes is a key part of…

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Investing Articles

1,904 shares in this 9.39% yielding UK stock would pay me a £100 monthly income

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is stunned by the passive income paid by this top UK stock. It's one of the highest on…

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Is this the most undervalued investment on the British stock market?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Ocado might be one of the cheapest investments on the British stock market, but this value play is dependent on…

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Investing Articles

Is this FTSE 250 stock one of the best shares to buy now?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko says this FTSE 250 investment is exceptional. However, he's stacked up all the data to see if it…

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Do record revenues and profits mean investors should pay more attention to the Halma share price?

| Stephen Wright

A P/E ratio of 37 might put some investors off the Halma share price without a second look. But impressive…

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As BAE Systems’ share price heads towards £14, is there any value left in it?

| Simon Watkins

BAE Systems’ share price has soared since Russia invaded Ukraine, but it still looks very undervalued and has great growth…

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Which is the better bank buy right now: Lloyds shares or HSBC?

| Simon Watkins

HSBC pays a much higher yield than Lloyds shares, has much more value left in its share price, and doesn't…

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At 231p, is there value in the Legal & General share price? Here’s what the charts say!

| Charlie Keough

Here, this Fool delves deeper into Legal & General to see if its current share price is the bargain it…

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3 diverse FTSE stocks I’d consider buying to invest in Asia

| Ben McPoland

This trio of FTSE shares could be the perfect way to invest in the fast-growing economies of Asia over the…

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6.4% yield! Is ITV a dividend stock to consider buying during the Euros?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer takes a look at ITV and assesses whether the FTSE 250 dividend stock might be a good fit…

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Up 915% in a decade! This growth monster may also be the best FTSE income stock of the lot

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has been watching this top FTSE 100 growth and income stock for months and now he's found another…

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The tax-free route to millionaire portfolios

| Malcolm Wheatley

• Although annual ISA subscriptions are capped, ISAs are an undoubtedly serious wealth-building tool: you can build serious wealth.

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Will FTSE 100 shares soar 35% after the general election?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild explains why FTSE 100 shares might be about to soar, and discusses a top penny stock that could…

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After gaining 34% in a month, is the Nvidia share price now uninvestable?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author says the Nvidia share price is very high at the moment. He's cautious when considering investing in the…

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