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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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2 Cheap shares I’d buy right now

| Kevin Godbold

I'd be comfortable embracing the risks and taking a contrarian approach by buying these two stocks while they're depressed.

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
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Unloved and undervalued, Lloyds shares could be the biggest winners in the next 5 years

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains why he thinks Lloyds shares could outperform the market over the next five years, despite economic…

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Volatility in UK stocks: a rare chance to buy at attractive prices?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains why he's buying UK stocks now amid the current volatility. But which stocks is he picking…

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5 diverse income stocks to supercharge my portfolio in 2023!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details five income stocks that he's bought or is looking to buy to enhance his passive income…

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What does the ‘shorter’ recession forecast mean for my investments?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the Bank of England's updated recession forecast for the UK. What does…

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2 shares to buy as the IMF forecasts a UK recession

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details two shares to buy amid concerns about the strength of the UK economy. But what are…

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3 top investment ideas for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are many different ways to invest one's money these days. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights three simple investment ideas for…

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A rare chance to build wealth after the stock market correction!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details his strategy to build wealth by investing in undervalued parts of the stock market after the…

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I can’t buy JD Sports shares quickly enough! Here’s why

| Christopher Ruane

Big news this week increased our writer's enthusiasm for JD Sports shares even further -- which is why he plans…

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£100 a month to invest? I’d go for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With upcoming tax hikes for investors, investing with a Stocks and Shares ISA is becoming essential to build wealth faster.

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Growth Shares

FTSE 250: a forgotten stock I’d buy

| John Choong

Despite rising 40% from its 2022 bottom, this FTSE 250 stock hasn't been noticed. So, will I buy some shares…

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I’d target £100 in weekly extra income buying shares like this

| Christopher Ruane

Learn how this writer would aim for over £5,000 in extra income annually by investing in quality companies that he…

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2 FTSE 250 dividend stocks I’d buy for passive income right now!

| Royston Wild

I think these UK dividend stocks could be great ways to build long-term wealth. Here's why I'd buy them for…

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4 Warren Buffett stocks I’d buy today

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett is known for investing in quality businesses at good prices. Stephen Wright looks at which of Buffett’s stocks…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in BAE Systems shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Charlie Carman

The BAE Systems share price has climbed higher in an insecure world. Here's what my return would have been if…

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3 investment funds I’d buy right now for a second income

| Royston Wild

Investing in funds could be an effective way to boost my second income. Here are three investments I'd buy now…

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How I’d invest £300 a month in shares to target a £2,000 monthly passive income

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer reckons this structured approach could help him as he tries to build sizeable passive income streams over the…

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Rolls-Royce shares are up 30% in 3 months. Here’s why I wouldn’t touch them today

| Harvey Jones

It has been a good few months for Rolls-Royce shares but let's not get carried away, the company still has…

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How I’d invest a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA in February

| Ben McPoland

There are still attractive corners of the stock market out there. Here's how I'd invest a £20,000 Stocks and Shares…

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2 dirt-cheap dividend shares to buy right now

| Roland Head

Roland Head highlights a dividend share with an 8% yield, plus another stock he views as a potential long-term bargain.

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3 no-brainer UK shares to buy in February

| Ben McPoland

Here's my list of three shares to buy in February. I think all of them offer me wealth-enhancing opportunities despite…

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3 FTSE shares I’d buy right now

| Kevin Godbold

Although many FTSE shares first turned higher last autumn, I'd consider these three stocks for a long-term investment right now.

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4 juicy lithium stocks for me to consider buying now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through several lithium stocks he's keen on right now, ranging from mining companies to end-product users.

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7 UK shares that can boost my passive income

| Charlie Carman

Plenty of UK shares offer attractive dividend yields for investors seeking passive income. Our writer looks at seven stocks he'd…

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Here’s how I’d invest £20k in the FTSE 100 today to target £1,250 in dividends

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane thinks it's possible to build a four-figure dividend income while sticking to FTSE 100 shares. Here's how he'd…

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A top money manager thinks ANOTHER stock market crash is coming in 2023! Here’s what I’d do

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stocks are on a rally, but don't relax quite yet. This world-class money manager is predicting a severe stock market…

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2 investment trusts I’d put £10k into

| Kevin Godbold

I reckon investment trusts can make decent long-term homes for the money of busy private investors and I'd choose these…

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If I’d invested £500 in Diageo shares 2 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Diageo shares and explores whether an investment in the drinks maker would…

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Is the Lloyds share price a screaming bargain or a value trap?

| Christopher Ruane

The Lloyds share price has been edging up. Our writer explains why he may see the stock as a possible…

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My top UK stock for 2023 is already sprinting ahead!

| Paul Summers

Our writer's chosen UK stock for 2023 has massively outperformed the index already. He thinks there could be even more…

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How I’d aim for a million buying a handful of shares

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane thinks he can realistically aim for a million in the stock market by limiting his investments to just…

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I’d put £55 a week into this FTSE 100 stock for £500 a year in passive income!

| James Beard

In these difficult times, I'm always looking for ways to generate additional passive income. Here's one stock that's paying a…

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3 FTSE 250 shares to buy before February results?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 250 has fallen behind the FTSE 100 since summer 2022. But it's starting to catch up again, and…

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5.1% and 4.5% yields! I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks in February

| Charlie Carman

The FTSE 100 index is full of dividend stocks. Our writer analyses two shares he'd buy in February for their…

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High yield: 2 dividend stocks to buy in February?

| John Choong

Two FTSE 100 shares are scheduled to pay dividends in February. With high yields of up to 7%, will I…

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3 FTSE 100 shares to buy before February results?

| Alan Oscroft

Results season is upon us, and investors looking for FTSE 100 shares have plenty coming our way. Here are three…

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UK shares: 2 stocks I’d buy with the FTSE 100 going up

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright is looking at buying two UK shares. One is a cheap brick company with a low P/E ratio.…

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Is the BT share price the FTSE 100’s greatest bargain?

| Royston Wild

BT's share price provides investors with rock-bottom P/E ratios and a market-beating dividend yield. But is it too risky to…

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Top British investment funds for February

| The Motley Fool Staff

A number of Fool.co.uk’s contract writers have revealed their top investment funds for this month. Here's what they chose!

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Forget property! I’d aim for a million buying UK stocks

| John Fieldsend

The housing market is crazy in this country, so here’s why I see UK stocks as a much easier and…

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