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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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Just how high could the Nvidia share price go? Here’s what the experts say

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the Nvidia share price has been continuing to rocket higher, as well as sharing some forecasts…

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I’d target an ‘autopilot’ second income without investing in the FTSE 100

| John Fieldsend

A second income that runs like clockwork – that’s why many of us invest. But one problem rears its ugly…

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BAE Systems shares still look dirt cheap to me!

| John Fieldsend

BAE Systems shares look undervalued with defence spending across the globe set to rise. Discover below whether our writer is…

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Are Lloyds shares an excellent buy after 2023’s record profits?

| Royston Wild

Lloyds shares are on the ropes despite news of better-than-forecast earnings for 2023. Is the FTSE bank now too cheap…

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HSBC shares have collapsed by over 8%. I’d rush to buy

| Charlie Keough

HSBC shares took a massive hit following the release of the bank's 2023 results. This Fool now sees an opportunity…

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This is how many FTSE 100 shares I’d likely need for £1,000 a month in passive income

| Mark Hartley

I think dividend shares are a great way to build a passive income stream. I'm wondering how many I'd need…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy FTSE 250 dividend shares this cheap?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 250 might be thought of as the place to find growth share bargains. But I see some of…

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Nvidia stock soars as it beats earnings estimates

| Charlie Keough

Another set of strong results has Nvidia stock on the rise. This Fool breaks down the update and explores whether…

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Dividend star Legal & General’s share price is down 11%, so should I buy more?

| Simon Watkins

Legal & General’s share price looks very undervalued against its peers, pays a high dividend that is set to get…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is flying on record-breaking results!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price has more than tripled in a year! Will it continue to fly in 2024 following its…

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I’d use these Warren Buffett methods to gain confidence when investing

| Charlie Keough

The stock market can seem scary. That's why I'd turn to Warren Buffett for a confidence boost. Here are his…

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UK billionaire Sir Chris Hohn has £5bn in these 2 artificial intelligence (AI) growth stocks

| Ben McPoland

Our writer takes a look at two pioneering AI growth stocks held by TCI Fund Management, the best-performing hedge fund…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to get rich buying growth stocks?

| Alan Oscroft

We haven't seen a good spell for growth stocks for quite a few years now. But I reckon the signs…

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The FTSE 100 is full of bargains! Here’s 1 stock I’m eyeing up

| Sumayya Mansoor

A weak economic outlook has hurt the FTSE 100. This Fool explains why she likes the look of this consumer…

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2 no-brainer beginner FTSE 100 stocks to buy for my portfolio

| Mark Hartley

Getting started with investing can be daunting. Here are two stocks for beginners to consider buying to build their first…

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2 recession-resistant UK shares investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer details two UK shares she feels could withstand some of the ill-effects of the current malaise to provide…

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Glencore share price drops on results. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The Glencore share price wobbled a bit after a weak set of 2023 results. Here's why I have the stock…

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Big trouble in China sinks HSBC shares. Should I invest after record FY results?

| Royston Wild

HSBC shares have slumped following a disappointing end to 2023 for the FTSE stock. Royston Wild explains why this may…

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3 dirt cheap FTSE 100 shares to snap up today?

| John Fieldsend

The FTSE 100 is rallying, but many shares still look super cheap on fundamentals. Is our writer buying these three…

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FTSE 100 earnings: what can we expect from Rolls-Royce in 2024?

| Roland Head

The Rolls-Royce share price tripled in 2023. Roland Head wonders whether this FTSE 100 stock could continue that impressive trajectory…

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Here’s why the BAE Systems share price is down 3% today despite solid earnings

| Ben McPoland

Why is the BAE Systems share price dropping today despite reporting an exceptional 2023? Ben McPoland takes a closer look.

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Should I buy the highest-yielding dividend shares on the FTSE 100?

| Charlie Keough

This Fool plans to generate passive income by buying dividend shares. Is buying the highest payers on the FTSE 100…

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Are BAE Systems shares a buy following brilliant FY trading numbers?

| Royston Wild

BAE Systems shares have failed to ignite following the release of latest financials. But Royston Wild expects the FTSE 100…

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The Rio Tinto share price falls as profits decline. Should I buy the stock?

| Charlie Keough

The Rio Tinto share price has slid 2% following the release of its 2023 results. Should this Fool rush in…

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The £2bn risk facing the Lloyds share price

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds’ share price has taken a bit of a hit recently. And Edward Sheldon's wondering if this new development could…

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Could Rolls-Royce shares hit £5 in 2024?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at what's driving Rolls-Royce shares higher, and discusses what it would take for them to hit £5…

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1 stock I’d buy to target a £2,700 passive income from £20k

| Roland Head

An investment in this FTSE 100 stock could provide a whopping 13.5% passive income in a few years’ time, says…

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Down 17%, there looks a lot of value to me in BP’s share price

| Simon Watkins

BP’s share price looks undervalued against its peers, it has a better yield than the FTSE 100 average, and its…

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Bill Ackman made $610m last year from 10 growth shares. Here’s how

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith details the growth shares, including Chipotle and Alphabet, that helped push a whopper payday for the Pershing Square…

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HSBC share price down despite record-breaking 2023 profits

| James Beard

The HSBC share price underwhelmed after the bank released its results for its latest financial year. Our writer looks at…

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An 8% yield but down 13%! This FTSE dividend superstar looks a bargain to me

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 stock looks undervalued against its peers, appears to be managing its business transition well, and pays an…

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Don’t know where to start investing? I follow the Warren Buffett method

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our writer highlights the different ways in which Warren Buffett has inspired him to try to build significant stock market…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy to target market-beating wealth by 2054!

| Royston Wild

Looking for top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy? Here are two our writer Royston Wild would buy today and…

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Want more income? This dividend stock might be a no-brainer!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 real estate dividend stock could be one of the best sources of chunky passive income on the…

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£2k to invest would buy me 240 shares in this stock for a second income!

| Kevin Godbold

For second income, a record of growing dividends, a high yield and positive forecasts attract me to this FTSE 250…

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Here’s how I’d target £496k in FTSE 100 shares and £19k of passive income in a Stocks & Shares ISA

| Royston Wild

I invest as much surplus cash as I can at the end of the month in my Stocks and Shares…

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Is Rolls-Royce’s share price an irresistible bargain?

| Royston Wild

Is Rolls-Royce's share price the FTSE 100's greatest bargain today? Royston Wild explains why he would -- and wouldn't --…

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Is the Vodafone share price a wonderful bargain or a horrible value trap?

| Sumayya Mansoor

As the Vodafone share price continues to fall, is it now a stock to buy with a view to a…

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I’d buy 95,239 shares of this banking stock to generate £200 of monthly passive income

| Muhammad Cheema

Muhammad Cheema takes a look at how Lloyds shares, with a dividend yield of 5.9%, can generate a healthy monthly…

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Can FY results give the Antofagasta share price a long-term boost?

| Alan Oscroft

The Antofagasta share price has had a good five years. Now the company says it's set to enter a new…

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