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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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Why I’d buy dirt cheap UK dividend shares in this stock market recovery

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying cheap UK dividend shares could offer a potent mix of capital gains and passive income in the 2023 stock…

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I’d drip-feed £245.25 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Building a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA with just £245 a month, may sound far-fetched, but Zaven Boyrazian explains how…

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Why I’d ditch a Cash ISA and buy FTSE 100 growth stocks right now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

FTSE 100 growth stocks appear to offer exceptional value to investors in 2023 that could make them far more appealing…

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Should I buy this cheap FTSE 100 dividend stock for my ISA?

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price has soared at the beginning of 2023. But could it still be one of the best-priced…

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Why investors should buy boring Lloyds shares as results fail to impress!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Lloyds shares after the company's profits flatlined on higher impairment costs. He…

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Here’s what Stocks and Shares ISA millionaires are buying in 2023

| Alan Oscroft

Want to join the UK Stocks and Shares ISA millionaires club? What better way to learn than to examine what…

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2 dirt-cheap dividend shares I’d buy for long-term passive income

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best dividend shares to add to my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here are two I'd like…

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Just released: the 3 best small-cap stocks to buy now [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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A FTSE 100 dividend share I’d buy for long-term passive income!

| Royston Wild

I think this outstanding FTSE stock could be a great way to boost my dividend income. Here's why I'd buy…

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Record-breaking FTSE 100 still looks cheap. It hasn’t peaked

| Henry Adefope, MCSI

Despite breaking new ground, the FTSE 100 looks undervalued compared to other international indexes. I think it’s still a good…

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When dividend investing goes badly wrong!

| Cliff D'Arcy

I've been a big fan of dividend investing for several decades. This income-based investment strategy can go very wrong, but…

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I’d invest £20 a week the Warren Buffett way as I aim to build wealth

| Christopher Ruane

By applying a few principles from legendary investor Warren Buffett, this writer thinks he can improve his long-term financial wellbeing.

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Is the Domino’s Pizza share price tasty?

| Christopher Ruane

The Domino's Pizza share price has been tumbling. Christopher Ruane looks at why and considers whether to get a slice…

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Cheap shares or value traps? 3 clues I look for

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer wants to avoid overpaying for stocks when investing. So what sorts of things does he consider when looking…

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2 undervalued FTSE 100 shares I’d consider buying now

| Charlie Carman

Our writer identifies two cheap FTSE 100 shares he'd consider buying as the index continues to show strength despite recession…

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3 stocks I’d buy in a freshly minted £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA

| Ben McPoland

Here's three stocks I'd buy today with savings in a new Stocks and Shares ISA. They could provide the perfect…

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If I’d invested £200 in HSBC shares 3 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at HSBC shares after the FTSE 100 stalwart posted impressive results earlier in…

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3 attractive second income shares to add to a dividend portfolio

| Kevin Godbold

When it comes to generating a second income, shares can be a good option. And I'd start by considering these…

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Investors should buy these FTSE stalwarts in March!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details some of his top FTSE stocks to buy in March after the latest earnings season caused…

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The Lloyds share price is still below 52p. Is this bargain territory?

| James Beard

Up 17% in six months, the Lloyds share price has done well lately. But it suffered during earnings season. Is…

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Can the Rolls-Royce share price hit £2 this year?

| Christopher Ruane

The Rolls-Royce share price surged this week. Shareholder Christopher Ruane thinks it could climb further -- but also has some…

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2 high-potential FTSE 100 stocks investors should snap up in March!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details his top FTSE 100 stocks to buy next month as he hunts for value among the…

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Investors should buy these dividend stocks for the green revolution!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look a dividend stocks in the green energy sector, despite a challenging investment environment.

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With nothing in the bank, I’d use Warren Buffett’s method to build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Starting from scratch, using Warren Buffett's investing method, investors can propel their wealth to new highs. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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How to build passive income starting with just £20 a week

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Building a large passive income stream requires a lot of capital. But thanks to compounding, investors can get started with…

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Don’t be deceived by dividends

| Owain Bennallack

You can’t pay cash out to shareholders via a dividend when there’s no money coming in.

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What would a £300 investment in AstraZeneca shares made 3 years ago be worth now?

| James J. McCombie

If I had invested in AstraZeneca shares three years ago, I would be sitting pretty right now. But how about…

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If a second stock market crash arrives in 2023, don’t waste it!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A second stock market crash in 2023 could present a rare bargain share buying opportunity for investors. Here's how to…

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Is 2023 a once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy cheap UK shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Does the news of the FTSE 100 hitting new record highs mean it's time to buy large-cap UK shares? Or…

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My £3 a day passive income plan

| Christopher Ruane

By putting a few pounds each day into the stock market, our writer reckons he could build potentially long-lasting passive…

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3 no-brainer growth shares to buy in March?

| Alan Oscroft

It looks increasingly like growth shares could be regaining their popularity in 2023, after investors shunned them in 2022.

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Is this soaring FTSE 100 share a top value stock to buy?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE index share trades on a rock-bottom P/E ratio despite recent gains. Could it be one of the best…

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6.3% and 7.9% dividend yields! I think these REITS are red-hot income stocks

| Royston Wild

I think these income stocks could deliver market-beating returns over the long term. Here's why I think they're top buys…

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Could Rolls-Royce become the FTSE 100 dividend share to beat?

| Alan Oscroft

Right now, investors don't really see the aero engine maker as a top dividend share. But after positive FY results,…

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How I’d invest £20,000 in FTSE 100 shares to aim for a million

| Harshil Patel

The FTSE 100 is the UK’s leading stock index. Our writer considers his roadmap to turn £20k of these large-cap…

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

| Alan Oscroft

Scottish Mortgage shares are on a hefty discount right now. Does that make them a no-brainer buy for long-term growth…

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Could we see the FTSE 100 hit 10,000?

| Christopher Ruane

The benchmark FTSE 100 index has been testing new ground this month. Our writer wonders whether it has much further…

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3 Warren Buffett stocks to buy with £1,000

| John Choong

Warren Buffett is renowned for his ability to pick great stocks. Here are three shares I've identified to invest with…

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FTSE 100 stocks are still dirt cheap and I’m buying more in March

| Harvey Jones

I am still finding plenty of value among FTSE 100 stocks, even if the index as a whole is trading…

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If I’d invested £10,000 in Tesco shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| John Fieldsend

Investors in Tesco shares have enjoyed outstanding dividend payouts in the last five years, but there may be trouble on…

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