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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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Could buying cheap FTSE 100 shares help me get richer in a decade?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer hopes to build a portfolio of FTSE 100 shares for the long term, with an eye on attractive…

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No passive income right now? I’d follow these 3 timeless Warren Buffett lessons

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights three things that Warren Buffett looks for in a stock, and names one he reckons matches this…

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I’m buying these cheap shares yielding 5.4% for my ISA in February

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explains why these cheap shares have made it onto his buy list despite already being in his Stocks…

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These 5 stocks are wrecking the whole FTSE 100!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 100 is down nearly 3% in 2024 to date and around the same over the past year. What's…

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Relying on family inheritance for retirement? I’d recommend UK shares instead

| Andrew Mackie

This writer explains why his preferred method for building wealth is through buying UK shares, and offers up a stock…

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Can Tesla shares break their all-time high in 2024?

| Dylan Hood

Tesla shares had a phenomenal year in 2023, rising over 100%. Can the stock surpass these levels and reach an…

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Just released: January’s small-cap stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

We believe the UK small-cap market offers a myriad of opportunities across a wide range of different businesses and industries.

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A cheap dividend growth stock I’d buy for my Stocks & Shares ISA!

| Royston Wild

This dividend stock is trading well below value! I think it could be an excellent way for me to make…

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Are cheap shares a once-in-a-decade opportunity to get rich?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Could buying cheap shares help boost this writer’s wealth? She takes a closer look at some things she'd look at…

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These are my best Warren Buffett shares to consider buying in 2024

| Alan Oscroft

Warren Buffett looks for top quality companies to hold for decades, and buys big. This could be a great year…

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

| Cliff D'Arcy

Lloyds shares have had a tough start to 2024, losing 13.4% since 29 December. They are also down 18.3% over…

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2 juicy FTSE stocks to help create a second income!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Creating a second income with top dividend stocks is very much possible! Our writer details two shares that could help…

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This FTSE 100 giant could be 49% undervalued

| Gordon

Companies that provide the essentials can be an effective investment during uncertainty. This FTSE 100 company might just be a…

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2 under the radar FTSE 100 shares investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

Many FTSE 100 shares are easily identifiable. However, some may be lesser known but could still make great investments.

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Steady growth makes this a FTSE 250 stock for defensive investors to consider buying

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why this FTSE 250 soft drinks group is on his radar as a potential buy, following a…

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Is this the start of the great 2024 stock market surge?

| Alan Oscroft

It looks to me like the UK stock market could be poised for a new start in 2024, but everyone's…

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A steal at only £5! Is this UK growth stock a golden opportunity to profit in 2024?

| Mark Hartley

This Fool UK contributor is impressed by a cheap growth stock that’s fighting for its place in a competitive industry…

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The BP share price is nearing its 52-week low: should I buy now?

| Dylan Hood

The BP share price has tumbled over the last few months. As the shares approach their 52-week low, this Fool…

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2 FTSE stocks at 52-week lows that probably won’t be this cheap for long

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs over two ideas of FTSE stocks that are at low levels right now, but could rally back…

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Why I think Lloyds shares are one of the best bargains out there

| Charlie Keough

Lloyds shares have disappointed so far in 2024. But this Fool sees now as a savvy time to swoop in…

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Dividend Shares

Here’s the Tesco dividend forecast for 2024 and 2025

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

An analysis of Tesco’s latest dividend forecasts reveals that the shares could generate some attractive passive income in the years…

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Will the IAG share price take off in 2024?

| Dylan Hood

The IAG share price has risen steadily over the last seven days, sitting at around 150p. This Fool assesses whether…

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UK shares: a once-in-a-decade opportunity to get rich?

| Christopher Ruane

The past few years have hurt some UK shares badly -- but are the businesses themselves doing poorly? Our writer…

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As the BT share price slides, here’s how many shares I’d need for £2,000 a year in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

On paper, this telecoms giant looks like one of the strongest dividend stocks on the index. So, does the falling…

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Tesla stock dips as results fail to impress! Am I looking at a buying opportunity?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock fell in after-hours trading on Wednesday 24 January after its Q4 results. Shares in the manufacturer are down…

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3 reasons why Barclays shares are simply too cheap to ignore

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith feels he has something to shout about, flagging up several reasons why he believes Barclays shares are undervalued.

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The Rolls-Royce share price is rising again! Am I missing out if I don’t buy?

| Charlie Keough

The Rolls-Royce share price has jumped in the last few days. Could this be the start of its next surge?…

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After GSK’s 11% share price rise, is it too late for me to buy more?

| Simon Watkins

Despite GSK’s share price rising 11% in a year, there appears good value left in them, with a new growth…

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Down around 37% from its high, is the HSBC share price an opportunity for me?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko looks at whether the HSBC share price is attractive to him right now, especially considering his thoughts on…

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I’m aiming for £30K in annual passive income from £650K in bonds and shares

| Oliver Rodzianko

Our author is looking for a bonds and dividends strategy for reliable passive income. Here's how he thinks it's best…

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I considered Aviva shares but bought this dirt cheap FTSE 250 stock instead

| Harvey Jones

I've had Aviva shares on my shopping list for ages only to surprise myself by purchasing a smaller, cheaper rival…

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These 3 beaten-down value stocks should soar when interest rates fall

| Harvey Jones

It's been a tough few years for value stocks, but they're due a turnaround when inflation and interest rates head…

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I’d snap up fallen FTSE 250 stocks before it’s too late!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

FTSE 250 stocks have yet to recover from the market correction, but that might soon change. Here’s why I think…

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I’d aim to earn £3,000 passive income just by investing £300 a month

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains his structured approach to turning a small monthly investment into a chunky passive income for the long…

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Dividend up 2%, share price down! Is the market handing investors a FTSE 250 bargain here?

| Kevin Godbold

Despite weaker overall earnings, the FTSE 250's IG Group just increased its dividend again. Is this an opportunity?

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Netflix stock: earnings results and WWE rights acquisition look promising to me

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko takes a look at Netflix stock and yesterday's earnings results. He also touches on its WWE rights acquisition…

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2 FTSE 250 value stocks I’d buy for my Stocks & Shares ISA today!

| Royston Wild

Forget the FTSE 100! The FTSE 250 is packed with excellent value stocks at the start of 2024. Here are…

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£20k of savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into passive income of £1,580 a month!

| Charlie Carman

Charlie Carman explains how investors could set themselves up for later life with passive income from a portfolio of dividend…

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With a 10% dividend yield, should this be the first FTSE 100 stock I buy in 2024?

| Alan Oscroft

This FTSE 100 share price has fallen 25% in a year, but the dividend yield is now up in double…

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£10,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into a £42,624 passive income with FTSE 100 shares

| Royston Wild

Investing in FTSE 100 shares has proved to be an excellent wealth builder for countless Brits. It's a tactic Royston…

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