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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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1 top dividend stock to consider buying in November 2023

| Kevin Godbold

This cash-generating business has a great dividend record with further increases forecast and a beaten-down stock price.

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I’m copying Warren Buffett and being greedy!

| Charlie Keough

During his time, Warren Buffett has provided investors with plenty of good ideas. This Fool is applying some to his…

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1 value stock to consider before it’s too late

| Kevin Godbold

This recovering value stock may not remain as cheap for much longer if the new bull market gathers pace in…

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2 resilient UK growth stocks to consider in November 2023

| Kevin Godbold

The UK stock market may end its bear phase soon, so hunting for beaten-down growth stocks now could prove to…

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What’s the point of Lloyds shares?

| James Beard

With Lloyds shares trading close to their 52-week low, our writer is starting to question whether he should sell his…

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Best British value stocks to consider buying in November

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top value stocks they’d buy in November, including a Share Advisor 'Ice'…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Shell shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Shell shares after the FTSE 100's largest company reported its Q3 results…

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Aston Martin shares: the 2024 pick of the year?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews Aston Martin shares after the latest results and looks for positives in what could be a strong…

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More carnage in 2024? A dividend growth share I’d buy for passive income next year

| Royston Wild

The outlook for many income-paying stocks is pretty uncertain right now. But I expect this dividend growth share to keep…

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Here’s a top income stock with an 8% yield investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

With its enticing yield and cash rich model, this Fool explains why investors looking for an income stock should consider…

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I’d aim for a million buying only 10 shares in 2024

| Ben McPoland

The stock market isn't a get-rich-quick scheme. It takes years to build wealth. But this investor believes it's realistic for…

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Is it too late to buy last month’s 2 best-performing FTSE 100 stocks?

| Harvey Jones

These two FTSE 100 stocks smashed the market in October and offer solid dividends. But they're looking pretty expensive as…

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2 dividend stocks that I think might be November no-brainers

| Stephen Wright

With Coca-Cola trading at pandemic multiples and Primary Health Properties offering a 7% yield, could November be a good time…

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Is the Ocado share price doomed?

| Christopher Ruane

Where might the Ocado share price head from here? Our writer weighs some pros and cons and explains whether he…

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£20k of savings? I’d buy these 5 stocks to target passive income of £16,543 a year

| Harvey Jones

A relatively small initial investment in FTSE 100 dividend stocks can generate huge amounts of passive income, given time.

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Are housebuilders currently some of the best value stocks to buy and hold?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer believes the FTSE is littered with quality value stocks -- but are house building stocks among them or…

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Can Rolls-Royce’s share price continue to rocket in 2024?

| Royston Wild

Rolls-Royce's share price has more than doubled this year, making it one of the FTSE 100's star performers. Can it…

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How much do I need to invest for £30,000 in passive income a year?

| Charlie Carman

Charlie Carman explores important considerations for stock market investors to bear in mind when targeting £30k in annual passive income.

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£250 to spare in November? 3 reasons I’d use it to start buying shares!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why he'd be happy to start buying shares in today's market if he had a few hundred…

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J Sainsbury’s share price jumps on profits upgrade! Time to buy?

| Royston Wild

The Sainsbury's share price has jumped following solid first-half trading numbers. Could this be the start of a glorious recovery?

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Could buying NIO shares at $7 be like investing in Tesla in 2010?

| Ben McPoland

NIO shares have struggled badly recently. But could this now be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy the stock for Tesla-eque…

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How I make the stock market turn into a second income cash machine

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how to make both dividend and growth stocks work for him in generating cash from the stock…

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As the BT share price jumps 6%, is it time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The BT share price has made a good start to the day as the telecoms giant beat first-half expectations. Is…

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Is the Shell share price just getting started?

| Paul Summers

As the Shell share price rises on a positive update, Paul Summers considers whether the stock can continue is stellar…

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The British American Tobacco share price has crashed in 2023. Should I buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, the British American Tobacco share price is near its 52-week lows and the stock is offering a big…

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How I’m aiming to beat inflation in 2024 with these high-yield FTSE 100 dividend shares

| Mark Hartley

One Fool UK contributor is considering dividend shares from two British pension companies to beat inflation in 2024.

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Is the Hikma Pharmaceuticals share price becoming cheap?

| Dr. James Fox

The Hikma Pharmaceuticals share price dipped after a trading update on Thursday 2 November. Dr James Fox explores whether this…

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Growth Shares

If I’d invested £1,000 in ASOS shares a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith acknowledges the steep fall in ASOS shares over the past year, but shares both sides of the argument…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest to make £450 a month in passive income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains a couple of different ways he could build a passive income portfolio, along with the specific numbers…

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Up 33%! But is the party over for Howden Joinery shares?

| Christopher Ruane

The latest trading update from Howden Joinery has given our writer food for thought. Has it changed his thoughts on…

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A 9.9% yield but down 14%! This FTSE hidden gem looks a bargain to me

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE investment manager has high growth potential, is undervalued to its peers, and pays a stunning 9.9% yield.

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This penny stock yields over 8%. Here’s why I like it!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains why he owns this UK penny stock that's recently achieved record full-year sales and offers a high…

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At 40p, I’m buying Lloyds shares in November

| Charlie Keough

Recent times have been bleak for Lloyds shares. However, at their current price, this Fool senses a bargain. Here he…

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Down 17% in October, I’d buy this cheap FTSE 100 share now!

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 100 fell nearly 4% in October, dragging it into loss for this calendar year. But this popular stock…

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Why the easyJet share price plunged 15% in October

| Dr. James Fox

The easyJet share price reversed gains in October despite registering a record fourth-quarter profit. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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Value Shares

Which of these FTSE 100 shares is the better bargain this November?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares are moving in very different directions right now. So which is the best stock to buy…

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Best British dividend stocks to consider buying in November

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their top dividend stock for November, including a long-time Hidden Winners recommendation!

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2 high-yield investment trusts I’m hoping to buy in November!

| Royston Wild

I'm aiming to buy these investment trusts for passive income when I next have cash available to invest. Here's why…

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Which FTSE 250 stock should I buy in November?

| Stephen Wright

A real estate investment trust trading at a discount to its net asset value is top of Stephen Wright’s list…

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Alphabet stock: why investors should consider buying the dip

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Alphabet stock just fell from above $140 to around $125. And Edward Sheldon sees this big pullback as a great…

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