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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in January [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 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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Up 27% in 2023, what next for the Tesco share price in 2024?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The Tesco share price has had a great 2023, rising 27% while the FTSE 100 was flat. But what might…

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FTSE 250? No, I’d buy this index fund instead

| Oliver Rodzianko

Investing in index funds can be a profitable enterprise. Our author has been exploring the different options to determine the…

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This 4% yielding FTSE 100 giant is dirt-cheap and perfect for passive income!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Looking for a mammoth business with shares trading at discount levels and offering an excellent passive income opportunity? Our writer…

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Here’s how I’d use dividend shares to try and turn £5,000 of savings into passive income of £900 a year

| Stephen Wright

With dividend shares at today’s prices, Stephen Wright thinks there are two ways to turn a £5,000 investment into something…

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After a recovery that Lazarus would have been proud of, is the easyJet share price worth a look?

| Stephen Wright

With its dividend restored and its balance sheet repaired, the easyJet share price looks like a bargain. But Stephen Wright…

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Are Rolls-Royce shares REALLY about to pay a dividend?

| Royston Wild

Rolls-Royce shares are expected to start paying dividends in the near future. But how realistic are the company's current forecasts?

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This FTSE 100 stock could continue to soar but it still looks undervalued!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer explains why she thinks this FTSE 100 stock looks attractive despite its share price rising, thanks to its…

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Here are 3 Warren Buffett lessons I’m taking into 2024

| Charlie Keough

Warren Buffett is a source of inspiration for many. As we head towards 2024, this Fool is using the great…

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The UK stock market is rich with Dividend Aristocrats!

| Ben McPoland

The London stock market has numerous high-quality dividend stocks that offer investors potentially decades of passive income.

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If I’d put £20k into a Stocks and Shares ISA 10 years ago, here’s what I could have had now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Invested the right way, a Stocks and Shares ISA could have delivered enormous returns over the last decade, says Edward…

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Dividend Shares

Should I buy this FTSE 100 jewel for second income before 2024?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why now could be a good time for him to buy a media giant for second income…

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2 red-hot growth stocks that exploded 21%-30% higher in November!

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland looks at a pair of incredible growth stocks listed in the UK and US that each surged by…

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Growth Shares

If I could only buy one FTSE stock in 2024, this would be it

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reveals the FTSE 250 growth stock that would be the one he'd pick if he could only buy…

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Dividend Shares

Should I buy Glencore shares for 2024?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Glencore shares have taken a big hit in 2023 on the back of economic weakness. Are they worth buying for…

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Saving for retirement? I’d buy UK value stocks for lifelong passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Interest rates are higher, but savings accounts still lag what UK value stocks can potentially offer patient investors. Zaven Boyrazian…

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If I could buy 2 cheap shares in December, I’d pick these

| James Beard

Identifying cheap shares can be difficult. But there are two stocks in the FTSE 100 that look significantly undervalued to…

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How much do I need to invest in income shares to earn £1k a month?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian outlines how large a portfolio needs to be to earn an extra £1,000 a month from dividends and…

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£6,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into £515 a month of passive income

| Simon Watkins

Reinvesting the dividends paid from high-yielding stocks into more high-paying shares can generate significant passive income over time.

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Best British shares to consider buying in December

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their ‘best of British’ stocks to buy this month, including two 5%+ yielders!

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4 penny stocks I’d love to buy for my Xmas stocking!

| Royston Wild

I'm hoping to buy these top penny stocks when I next have the opportunity. I think they could be some…

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Why I believe the lagging FTSE 250 is a rare opportunity to buy cheap shares now

| Kevin Godbold

The FTSE 250 is showing some attractive numbers and they suggest some cracking value among businesses listed in the index.

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Is this FTSE 250 TV giant one of the best opportunities on the market right now?

| Sumayya Mansoor

A staple name among UK television lovers, this FTSE 250 stock has fallen substantially. Is it time to buy the…

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Could this 2.5% yielding penny stock soar in 2024 and beyond?

| Sumayya Mansoor

This penny stock has struggled throughout 2023 but could the new year provide it with a much needed positive momentum…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to buy 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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With £500 I’d start a passive income portfolio with these UK shares

| Stephen Wright

Owning shares in an established business can be a great source of passive income. And Stephen Wright thinks now is…

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I’d buy these FTSE 100 and small cap stocks in 2024 to target a second income!

| Royston Wild

This FTSE share offers a 6% dividend yield and trades on a rock-bottom P/E ratio. Here's why I'll buy it,…

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Here’s one excellent FTSE 100 value stock investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains why this packaging giant is currently in value stock territory and should be on investors radars.

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest in dividend shares for £500 a month in passive income

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explores how much he’d need to invest in FTSE 100 dividend shares to generate an attractive second income…

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The Rolls-Royce share price won’t stop rising. Am I missing out by not buying?

| Charlie Keough

It's been an exceptional year for the Rolls-Royce share price and this Fool fears he's been missing out. But is…

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Dividend Shares

An 8%+ yield? I need to be careful with this dividend forecast

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the dividend forecast for a stock is appealing, but it doesn’t necessarily tell the full story…

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2 UK gold stocks I’d buy as bullion prices hit new record highs!

| Royston Wild

These gold stocks are soaring as prices of the precious metal take off again. Here's why I'd add them to…

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These two FTSE 100 stocks are on the rise – is now the time to buy?

| Mark Hartley

As the mining sector enjoys a boost from China, this Fool UK contributor has his eye on two promising FTSE…

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These 2 FTSE 250 shares have been soaring! Should I buy them right now?

| Charlie Keough

These two FTSE 250 shares have posted strong performances in the last year. Here, this Fool explores if now is…

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Why the Tesla share price gives the company a huge competitive advantage

| Stephen Wright

The Tesla share price reflects some optimistic assumptions. But Stephen Wright thinks it also gives the company a competitive advantage…

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How much do I need to invest to make a living from the stock market?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith considers not only how he could make a living from the stock market but also the numbers needed…

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Forget savings accounts, here’s how Warren Buffett can make me richer

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is one of the best teachers in the investing world. So, here's how I can channel the Oracle…

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Could the 7.6% Aviva dividend yield grow in 2024?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains why he's attracted by the Aviva dividend and considers whether the insurance share may merit a place…

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I’d target these shares in 2024 for a second income

| Charlie Keough

As we head towards a brand new year, this Fool is targeting shares that will generate him a second income.…

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Growth Shares

UK investors should consider buying this beaten-up FTSE 100 stock before 2024

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A top UK fund manager is buying this battered FTSE 100 stock. And Edward Sheldon thinks investors should consider doing…

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If I’d put £10,000 in NIO shares 4 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

NIO shares are selling for just $7 today after losing a big amount of value over the last couple of…

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