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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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How much passive income would I make from 179 shares in this FTSE dividend star?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE commodities giant pays a high dividend that could make me significant passive income and looks set to benefit…

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This FTSE 250 stock yields 9.5%. Should I buy it for passive income?

| Charlie Keough

After searching the FTSE 250, this stock's impressive dividend yield caught the eye of this Fool. But is its yield…

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I think these FTSE 100 stocks are amazing investments for powerful passive income

| Charlie Keough

The FTSE 100's full to the brim with stocks offering meaty dividend yields. Here, this Fool explores two he likes…

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3 penny stocks Fools actually love for the long term!

| The Motley Fool Staff

Many speculate on which penny stocks might rapidly soar in price. But it’s worth reiterating that our favourite holding period…

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Value Shares

2 dirt cheap UK stocks to consider buying as the FTSE 100 hits new all-time highs

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 index is on a tear at present. But there are still plenty of opportunities for those who…

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Why did the Phoenix Group share price jump 7% last week?

| Mark Hartley

Phoenix Group is a large-cap FTSE 100 insurance stock with a share price that saw some solid gains last week.…

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Is the J D Wetherspoon share price a bargain after the company’s latest trading update?

| Stephen Wright

The J D Wetherspoon share price is up 3% after the company’s latest trading update. Beyond the immediate issues, Stephen…

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If I invest £10,000 in Shell shares, how much passive income could I receive?

| Stephen Wright

With the company avoiding investing in solar and onshore wind generation, are Shell shares a viable choice for those seeking…

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2 magnificent dividend shares for passive income

| Cliff D'Arcy

In my ongoing journey to £150,000 a year in passive income, I have built a portfolio of high-yielding stocks. Here…

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Up 25% in 1 month this FTSE 100 stock has explosive potential

| Andrew Mackie

After struggling for traction over the last three years, this FTSE 100 stock is beginning to make a move. This…

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With its 7% dividend yield, I think this undervalued FTSE 250 stock is an opportunity not to miss

| Mark Hartley

This high-yield dividend payer is a solid FTSE 250 value share with decent growth potential. Not only that, but it's…

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2 cheap growth stocks to consider in May

| Royston Wild

These hot growth stocks have soared during 2024. But they still offer good value for money at current prices, says…

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With Nvidia leading the way in the AI space, these UK stocks have my interest

| Jesse Williamson

Are there any UK names to snap up with Nvidia’s stock up 70% this year? Jesse Williamson takes a closer…

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£9,000 in savings? Here’s what I’d do to turn that into a £1,220 monthly passive income

| Royston Wild

With the right strategy, it’s possible to create a substantial passive income with a portfolio of FTSE 100 and FTSE…

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Looking for top FTSE 100 value shares? Here’s one I’d buy without hesitation

| Royston Wild

There are still lots of FTSE 100 shares on sale despite the index's recent gains. Here's a top pharma stock…

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Up 37% in 2024, the Barclays share price is thrashing the market!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The Barclays share price has soared almost 50% since bottoming out on 13 February. At long last, this stock is…

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Apple just announced a share buyback bigger than most FTSE companies

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Apple has become so dominant and cash generative that its Q2 share buyback was larger than nearly every company in…

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I love the look of this FTSE 100 giant

| Gordon

I'm always on the hunt for investments that look like a bargain, and I haven't been this interested in a…

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This unloved UK stock could rise 38%, according to a City broker

| Ben McPoland

This UK stock has fallen from £30 in 2019 to just £11.50 today. But analysts at Deutsche Bank think it…

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Up 10% in a day! Is this the start of a rally for this FTSE 100 stock?

| Mark Hartley

It’s not every day that a share on the FTSE 100 jumps 10%. This Fool is on a mission to…

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Why I’d ignore Nvidia and buy this AI growth share

| Royston Wild

Nvidia stock looks massively overvalued, according to our Foolish writer Royston Wild. He'd rather invest in other AI growth shares…

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Investing For Beginners

Down 14% in a month, this well-known FTSE 250 stock could keep falling fast

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why recent results show an ongoing transformation for this FTSE 250 stock, but one he feels won't…

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Dividend Shares

Yielding 9.3%, are abrdn shares a good buy for passive income in 2024?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

abrdn shares have fallen significantly and currently offer a gigantic dividend yield. Is this a great income investing opportunity?

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Here’s where I see Scottish Mortgage shares ending 2024

| Charlie Keough

With Scottish Mortgage shares gaining pace in 2024, this Fool wants to look forward to where they could potentially finish…

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4 top UK shares for passive income right now

| Kevin Godbold

These top-quality UK dividend-paying stocks could contribute to a diversified portfolio for passive income-seekers today.

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Should investors consider buying these stocks to get exposure to the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution?

| Charlie Keough

Many investors are on the hunt for stocks to buy linked to artificial intelligence. Should they consider these two?

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2 of the finest value stocks to consider buying in May

| Charlie Keough

Here are two of the best value stocks available for investors to consider buying this month, according to this Fool.…

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2 growth stocks I’m watching like a hawk!

| Charlie Keough

This Fool likes the look of these two growth stocks as he sees plenty of long-term potential in them. Here…

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Growth Shares

As the Palantir share price falls, is this the time to buy an AI stock on the cheap?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes the fall in the Palantir share price after the release of the latest results, but flags up…

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Looking for AI shares to buy? Consider this FTSE 100 giant

| Stephen Wright

With the obvious artificial intelligence stocks looking expensive, Stephen Wright’s looking off the beaten track for AI shares to buy.

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This investment could offer both a second income and share price growth

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver says a second income can sometimes come at the cost of growth. But here's one company he thinks could…

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Does the BP share price scream ‘value’ after its earnings report?

| Dr. James Fox

The BP share price might not scream 'value', but the stock represents a cheaper alternative to several peers in the…

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1 dividend giant I’d buy over Lloyds shares right now

| Simon Watkins

I sold my Lloyds shares recently and have used some of the proceeds to buy more of this high-yielding FTSE…

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£11,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £19,119 annual passive income!

| Simon Watkins

Investing a relatively small amount in high-yielding stocks and reinvesting the dividends paid can generate significant passive income over time.

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Rolls Royce’s £4+ share price still looks a major bargain to me, so should I buy?

| Simon Watkins

Rolls-Royce’s share price has shot up in the past year, but I think it’s still around 50% undervalued and is…

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A 10%+ yield but down 12%! Is this hidden FTSE 100 gem an unmissable passive income opportunity?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 stock has one of the highest yields in the index, appears undervalued against its competitors, and looks…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest in Greggs shares for £100 in monthly passive income

| Stephen Wright

A dividend rising 11% a year, a resilient business model, and strong future prospects put Greggs among the best UK…

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Should investors buy IAG right now with the share price near 179p?

| Kevin Godbold

Recent positive share price trends may continue with this week’s upcoming release of first-quarter figures for IAG.

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Up 6.3%, where will the Tesco share price go next?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesco share price has been relatively steady of late, consolidating moderate gains over the past 12 months. Dr James…

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Will the beaten-down BT share price go lower from here?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price is largely unmoved over the past month and it's trading towards the bottom of its range.…

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