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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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2 overlooked UK shares to consider for dividend income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By looking beyond the usual FTSE 100 suspects, investors can discover terrific under-the-radar UK shares with substantial dividend-paying potential.

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As US stocks get volatile, here’s Warren Buffett’s advice

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett has doubled the gains of the US stock market even after going through multiple crashes and corrections. Here's…

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Meet the 3p penny stock that’s crushing the FTSE 100 in 2025

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This first-of-a-kind penny stock's been on fire in the last 12 months, skyrocketing by almost 3,100%! Should adventurous investors consider…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £1,300 monthly passive income?

| Christopher Ruane

Earning passive income by buying dividend shares can be lucrative. Our writer explains some of the variables that can affect…

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If a 45-year-old puts £500 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA, here’s what they could have by retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Drip-feeding £500 each month into a Stocks and Shares ISA starting from the age of 45 could lead to a…

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2 reliable FTSE 100 stocks that have increased dividends every year since the millennium!

| Mark Hartley

These two dependable FTSE 100 income stocks have raised their dividends consistently for several decades. Our writer considers their future.

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how it could sensibly target £627 of monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Earning passive income doesn't have to be complicated. Here's a proven simple strategy that can potentially yield enormous long-term returns.

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£5,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago is now worth more than you might think…

| Stephen Wright

Greggs shares have beaten the FTSE 250 over the last five years. But does the firm’s Q3 update suggest it’s…

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1 big reason to be bullish on UK stocks

| Stephen Wright

UK stocks have traded at a discount to US shares for some time. But with analysts forecasting strong earnings growth,…

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Should I offload Fundsmith Equity and buy a global or S&P 500 index fund instead?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last year, Terry Smith’s Fundsmith Equity fund has returned just 1% while the Vanguard S&P 500 UCITS ETF…

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Yielding 9%, are Taylor Wimpey shares a dream passive income investment?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Taylor Wimpey shares currently sport a dividend yield of around 9%. Is there a catch? Edward Sheldon takes a look…

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Is a stock market crash imminent? Here’s how you could prepare

| Royston Wild

Stock market crashes provide a rare opportunity for long-term investors to boost their wealth. Royston Wild explains how.

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No savings at 40? Consider targeting FTSE 250 shares to eventually turn £100 a month into £240k

| Royston Wild

Looking to make enough money for retirement? Drip feeding cash into FTSE 250 shares could help even latecomers hit their…

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What’s the best way to capitalise on surging gold prices?

| Royston Wild

Gold prices are hitting new record highs on a daily basis. But what are the best ways to capitalise on…

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2 top growth shares to consider right now!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best UK growth shares? Here are two top-class stocks (including a FTSE 250 heavyweight) I think demand…

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3 high-dividend investment trusts to consider for passive income

| Royston Wild

Looking for ways to target a reliable and market-beating passive income? Consider these dividend-paying investment trusts.

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3 simple steps to grow your wealth with ISAs

| Royston Wild

Looking to invest and save in Stocks and Shares ISAs and Cash ISAs? Royston Wild reveals some important rules to…

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With a 22% annual return, I think this growth stock may be too good to ignore

| Royston Wild

Surging cybersecurity demand from its clients is driving profits at this FTSE 250 growth stock higher, as Royston Wild explains.

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This passive income stock could be the real winner from Pfizer’s deal with the US government

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks stability in the US pharmaceutical sector could make a REIT with industry-wide exposure a huge passive income…

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The Vodafone share price could be 58% undervalued!

| James Beard

Based on other valuations in the telecoms sector, our writer thinks the Vodafone share price undervalues Britain’s largest mobile provider.

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1 reason the Rolls-Royce share price has only just got started

| John Fieldsend

The Rolls-Royce share has been flying in recent years. Our Foolish author explains one reason why the party might not…

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What’s going on with the IAG share price lately?

| Christopher Ruane

Even though the IAG share price has more than doubled in five years, it still looks potentially cheap relative to…

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The JD Wetherspoon share price falls in early trading despite a 4.5% increase in EPS

| James Beard

Unimpressed investors sent the JD Wetherspoon share price lower today (3 October) after the pub chain released its preliminary results.

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Meet the FTSE 250 housebuilder I’m buying for my Stocks and Shares ISA in Q4

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright is adding to his investment in a FTSE 250 housebuilder in his Stocks and Shares ISA ahead of…

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Here are 37 gold stocks I’ve ‘bought’ as bullion prices soar!

| Royston Wild

I've sought to capitalise on the soaring gold price by getting exposure to stocks with an exchange-traded fund (ETF). Here's…

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Tesco shares reach new 18-year highs! Time to buy in?

| Royston Wild

Tesco shares have soared again after strong first-half sales and profits. Can the FTSE 100 supermarket share keep on rising?

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How much do you need in an ISA to aim for a £10k annual passive income?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out why patience is needed when trying to build a passive income and outlines one idea to…

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Growth Shares

Why the HSBC share price spiked 10% last month

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through the strong performance of the HSBC share price in recent weeks but offers some caution with…

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By 2026, the Tesla share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Ben McPoland

Tesla stock has surged 75% in a year, easily outpacing the S&P 500. Can it keep up this blistering pace?…

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A £10,000 stake in this FTSE 100 growth stock bought in January is now worth £35,000

| John Fieldsend

Because of a lack of technology companies, finding huge winners on the FTSE 100 isn’t so easy these days. It’s…

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If markets crash, I’m buying these 2 UK shares

| Mark Hartley

Our writer highlights two UK shares he’s buying in the event of a stock market crash, explaining why defensive stocks…

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Trading just under £2 now, BT’s share price looks a bargain to me anywhere below £6.13

| Simon Watkins

BT’s share price is down 15% since July, adding to its previous huge underpricing to ‘fair value’, with strong earnings…

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At a bargain-basement valuation now, is it time for me to buy more of this FTSE 250 sci-tech market leader?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 250 firm is a world leader in advanced imaging, analysis and fabrication tools for scientific use, and it…

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I asked AI for the best way to balance out a Stocks and Shares ISA. Here’s what it said

| Mark Hartley

Our writer considers an AI-advised Stocks and Shares ISA strategy covering global funds, defensive picks and one trust bridging growth…

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As the Tesco share price is boosted by a double-digit dividend rise, should we consider buying?

| Alan Oscroft

The Tesco share price has had a strong five years. First-half results show improved market share and a raised full-year…

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£10,000 invested in Diageo shares before Ozempic is now worth…

| John Fieldsend

Diageo shares have struggled since Ozempic and other weight loss drugs turned up. But how bad has the damage been?

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Should passive income hunters consider Rolls-Royce shares?

| James Beard

Rolls-Royce Holdings has been the FTSE 100’s top performer over the past five years. But what’s the stock like for…

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If this oil price forecast is right, the BP share price could double over the next 5 years!

| James Beard

There’s one particular oil price forecast that’s caught the attention of our writer. If it’s right, the BP share price…

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By August 2026, the Lloyds share price could turn £10,000 into…

| James Beard

A few months ago, our writer thought the Lloyds share price rally would run out of steam. But he was…

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1 FTSE 100 stock that could benefit from a China recovery

| Stephen Wright

With manufacturing in China showing signs of picking up, could a FTSE 100 iron ore producer be a smart way…

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