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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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What next for Lloyds shares? 40p or 60p?

| Cliff D'Arcy

After bottoming out before Valentine's Day, Lloyds shares are among the FTSE 100's best performers in the past two months.…

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The BT share price is near rock bottom! Is it a screaming ‘Buy’?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price is currently near the bottom of its five-year trading range. Dr James Fox explores whether this…

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How I’d hope to turn £1,000 into £10,000 with passive income shares

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 passive income share offers one of the greatest dividend yields on the London stock market. And I…

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Collapsing by up to 64% in a year, here are the FTSE 100’s dogs!

| Cliff D'Arcy

These five FTSE 100 firms have had a terrible 12 months, with their share prices crashing by as much as…

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Some analysts think Rolls-Royce shares could climb higher, even after gaining 192% in 12 months

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko says Rolls-Royce shares are priced for perfection. While they could keep on climbing in price, he doesn't want…

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Just released: our 3 top small-cap stocks to buy before May [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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Why have Rolls-Royce shares just fell back under £4?

| Ben McPoland

Shares of Rolls-Royce have finally taken a breather after their meteoric rise. Is this my chance to buy this FTSE…

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Growth Shares

Brokers can’t keep raising forecasts quick enough for this FTSE 100 stock

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith takes a look at some of the price target increases for a FTSE 100 stock that he believes…

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UK shares look undervalued and I’m making the most of it

| Charlie Keough

A host of UK shares look cheap as chips and this Fool is going shopping. Here he details one stock…

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2 cracking dividend shares to consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

Dividend shares are a great way to build wealth. Our writer breaks down two options for investors to consider.

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£20K in a shiny new ISA? Here’s how I’d aim for an annual second income of £35,559

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains how she could create a second income with a new ISA, investing in the best stocks, and…

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Down 15% in weeks, this FTSE 100 share is my top pick for April

| Christopher Ruane

This company topped our writer's shopping list of FTSE 100 shares to buy in April. He's already bought it this…

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Billionaire Bill Ackman has 37% of his FTSE 100-listed fund in these 2 superb stocks

| Ben McPoland

Pershing Square shares are up 196% in five years. Ben McPoland looks at two top holdings that have been powering…

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This high-yield (25%!) dividend is about to collapse. Should I buy anyway?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer looks at a high-yield share that, even after an announced dividend cut, still has a juicy payout. Will…

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Should I buy cheap bank shares like Lloyds and Natwest?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer thinks some UK bank shares look quite cheap at the moment -- depending on what happens to the…

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NIO stock has halved. Time to make a killing?

| Christopher Ruane

NIO stock has more than halved in the past year. The carmaker faces challenges but has the price fall gone…

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2 top growth stocks I’d invest £500 in right now

| Ben McPoland

Despite falling between 17% and 25% from their all-time highs, these two growth stocks still appear to have plenty left…

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Why I’m not missing out on this underrated growth stock at 1,615p

| Ken Hall

Our writer is set to buy this growth stock that is increasing profits, headcount and looking to capitalise on the…

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UK shares: a great opportunity to build wealth

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane reckons that investing in attractively valued UK shares now could help him build wealth in future. Here's how.

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2 soaring stocks to consider buying for a fresh ISA

| Charlie Keough

As the new tax year begins, this Fool is thinking about stocks investors should consider for their new ISA. Here…

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Market Movers

The Darktrace share price jumps 8% today! Has the firm finally turned a corner?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through the latest trading update and the benefit it provides to the Darktrace share price, as well…

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What’s going on with the AstraZeneca share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The AstraZeneca share price has been treading water for some time. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at possible…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price heading for a fall?

| Alan Oscroft

I love seeing the Rolls-Royce share price keep on climbing up and up... until it stops. Here, I’m examining valuations…

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Spotlight on FTSE 100 stock AstraZeneca

| G A Chester

It's 25 years since the merger of a UK and a Swedish firm formed pharmaceuticals heavyweight AstraZeneca.

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Is GSK’s share price the best bargain in the FTSE 100?

| Simon Watkins

Even before news of new drugs in the pipeline, GSK’s share price looked a huge bargain to me, but now…

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Is it too late to buy high-flying BAE Systems shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BAE Systems shares have risen more than 25% since early December. Are they still an attractive investment? Edward Sheldon takes…

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I’m considering these 3 undervalued pharma stocks to buy for my portfolio in April

| Mark Hartley

I want to increase my exposure to the pharmaceuticals industry this year, so I've been looking for undervalued stocks to…

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This FTSE 250 defence stock looks nearly 50% undervalued against its peers to me

| Simon Watkins

I think this FTSE 250 firm looks very undervalued, especially with a big and growing order book, and a massive…

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After slumping 80% in 5 years, is the boohoo share price still 5 times overvalued?

| James Beard

The boohoo share price is now 80% lower than it was in April 2019. But there’s some evidence to suggest…

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Down 90% in 5 years, can the ASOS share price get much lower?

| James Beard

The ASOS share price has crashed 90% since April 2019 resulting in long-term investors nursing heavy losses. I wonder if…

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£8,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £1,000 monthly passive income

| Mark Hartley

Investing a large pot of savings into high-yield dividend stocks with a reinvestment programme can secure significant passive income for…

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Could Lloyds shares offer reliable passive income?

| Stephen Wright

Lloyds shares have an inconsistent track record when it comes to dividends. But Stephen Wright thinks the bank could be…

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Annual growth of 12%! Here’s the 3-year dividend forecast for the Lloyds share price

| James Beard

On the day that the Lloyds share price goes ex-dividend, our writer considers how much passive income he might receive…

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Best FTSE buy for April: Diageo or Unilever?

| Cliff D'Arcy

These two FTSE giants have seen their share prices hit by slowing sales growth since late 2022. But which stock…

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Analysts are predicting high growth for this investment. Should I buy it for my Stocks & Shares ISA?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver thinks this investment could make the cut for his Stocks and Shares ISA. He says the valuation has just…

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Where will the Shell share price go next?

| Dr. James Fox

The Shell share price has outpaced the rest of the market in recent weeks, but where will the energy stock…

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If I’d put £1,000 in Greggs shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

This company might list sausage rolls at an attractive price point, but Greggs shares are looking a little expensive. Dr…

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If I’d put £1,000 in BP shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

We all know that BP shares are on the rise, but how have they performed in the long run? Dr…

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2 ‘unstoppable’ FTSE 100 shares I’d buy for a new ISA

| Harshil Patel

The FTSE 100 includes some of the world’s best businesses. Our writer explores two high-quality picks that could bring long-term…

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Investing For Beginners

Coca-Cola continues to be a stellar investment for Warren Buffett. Should I buy it?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko examines one of Warren Buffett's longest holdings, Coca-Cola. Can the long-term future of it be as bright as…

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