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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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Why has the ITM Power share price been falling again?

| Christopher Ruane

After a big jump a few weeks ago, the ITM share price has been tumbling again. Our writer looks at…

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Are the share prices of FTSE 100 companies cheap?

| Charlie Carman

The FTSE 100 index has lagged behind international benchmarks over the past decade. Does that mean Footsie stocks are undervalued?

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Can the stock market keep rising like this?

| Christopher Ruane

After a strong start to the year, might the stock market keep powering ahead this year? Christopher Ruane explains why…

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Could Alphabet stock be a value trap?

| Christopher Ruane

Alphabet stock's a third cheaper than a year ago. But earnings have fallen and revenue growth is low. Was our…

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1 penny stock under 78p that I’d buy today

| Charlie Carman

Well-chosen penny stocks can lead to significant share price appreciation. Charlie Carman examines one such that he'd consider buying now.

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Earnings: Taylor Wimpey shares steady on results day and now display value

| Kevin Godbold

There’s decent value to be found in housebuilder Taylor Wimpey shares as long as trading conditions don’t deteriorate further. 

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Why Lloyds shares are a smart buy for bargain hunters

| John Choong

Lloyds shares may be up 35% from last October's lows. However, John Choong still believes the bank remains one of…

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2 UK shares to buy in March

| Stephen Wright

What are the best UK shares to buy in March? Stephen Wright is looking at a FTSE 100 value stock…

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Why following these 3 Warren Buffett investment ideas could make me rich

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith dissects the annual report letter from Warren Buffett and outlines the key points that he feels can improve…

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Using penny stocks for passive income? Here’s why I’m not crazy

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith outlines his strategy for making passive income with large future potential by investing selectively in penny stocks.

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After another dive, do I sell my Persimmon shares?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Persimmon shares plunged again on Wednesday, after the housebuilder warned sales could crash by 40% in 2023. Do I sell…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in Rolls-Royce shares a week ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| James Beard

Although investing should always be for the long term, our writer couldn't help but notice the recent surge in the…

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At £14.44, can the GSK share price go any higher?

| John Fieldsend

The GSK share price has remained fairly static of late, despite the pharma giant's record revenues. Should I snap up…

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Scottish Mortgage has been an ISA millionaire-maker. Can it make me rich too?

| Harvey Jones

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust has had a tough 12 months, but long-term investors have much to smile about. Should I…

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3 cheap shares for UK investors to consider in March

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are a lot of cheap shares on the London Stock Exchange right now. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights three he…

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How I’d invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA in March to aim for a million

| Stephen Wright

For UK investors, the Stocks and Shares ISA allowance resets in April. Here’s what Stephen Wright would buy in March…

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1 FTSE 250 stock to buy in March

| Stephen Wright

Which FTSE 250 stock does Stephen Wright think is like Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, but with better growth oppportunities?

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2 cheap dividend shares I’d buy in March for 6%+ yields

| Charlie Carman

Charlie Carman examines a pair of FTSE 100 dividend shares he'd buy this month that offer higher yields than the…

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Is the FTSE about to crash?

| Cliff D'Arcy

After hitting a record high on 16 February, the FTSE 100 index has declined over the past fortnight. Are UK…

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I’d target just a handful of shares to aim for a million!

| Christopher Ruane

To aim for a million, our writer needs to invest enough money -- and achieve the right returns. Here's why…

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Earnings: why Persimmon shares plunged today

| Kevin Godbold

A negative outlook statement for 2023 has driven housebuilder Persimmon's shares lower today, but the market fundamentals are strong.  

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Up 18% this year, is Apple stock good value right now?

| Christopher Ruane

Apple stock has performed strongly so far this year. But as a long-term investor, does our writer think it's priced…

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4 FTSE 250 shares with big dividend yields

| Cliff D'Arcy

These four cheap FTSE 250 shares offer cash yields as high as 7.2% a year. But which of these four…

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This top UK share is up 133% and offers a 4.4% dividend yield!

| Charlie Carman

It's rare for established UK shares to double in value over a year, but that's exactly what this FTSE 250…

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This UK stock has crashed 10% today. Should I buy more?

| Harvey Jones

I knew this UK stock would be risky when I bought it last year. It's fallen sharply today and I'm…

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Why I see ITV shares as a screaming buy

| Cliff D'Arcy

ITV shares took a beating in 2022, but have rebounded strongly since late September. Despite this comeback, this FTSE 250…

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What on earth’s happening with the Aston Martin share price?

| Christopher Ruane

The Aston Martin share price rose steeply in morning trading today, despite the carmaker announcing a huge loss. Should our…

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Now we have another reason to invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Harvey Jones

The deadline for using the Stocks and Shares ISA allowance is looming and it using it makes sense more than…

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Should investors buy Smith & Nephew shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Smith & Nephew shares were crushed during the Covid-19 pandemic and remain well below their highs. Is now the time…

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Do IAG shares hold the ticket to building long-term wealth?

| John Choong

IAG shares may have slumped after the company reported its full-year results. However, they may still be a good investment…

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Rolls-Royce shares soar 40%! Can the rally continue?

| Charlie Carman

Rolls-Royce shares have made an explosive start to 2023. Our writer explores the outlook for the FTSE 100 aerospace stock…

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How I’d invest £1,000 in dividend stocks to start earning passive income in March

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright is sticking to Warren Buffett’s principles about not losing money and investing in strong businesses. Which dividend stocks…

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Lloyds shares: my top 5 takeaways from the annual report

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through the key details relating to Lloyds shares from the latest report, ranging from loans, dividends and…

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3 top penny stocks I’m considering buying in March!

| Royston Wild

Buying penny stocks can help investors generate spectacular capital appreciation. I think these particular small-cap stocks are excellent buys.

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3 cheap stocks to buy in March

| Stephen Wright

Which shares are cheap at the moment? Stephen Wright has three examples of stocks to buy in March while they’re…

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4 FTSE 100 value shares. Should I buy them in March?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares all trade on low earnings multiples. But do the risks of owning make them UK blue-chips…

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Investing £10k in this stock could generate passive income of £800 per year

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Generating passive income is easy with dividend stocks. Here, Edward Sheldon shows how a £10k investment could deliver income of…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend gems I’d invest £100 in to kick off March

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through a few of his favourite FTSE 100 stocks for the coming month that he feels can…

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3 stocks that could drive Scottish Mortgage shares higher in 2023

| Charlie Carman

Scottish Mortgage shares are linked to the value of stocks in the investment trust's portfolio. Our writer identifies three with…

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If I could only own 1 stock for the next 10 years, this would be it

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If Edward Sheldon was forced to pick one stock to own for the next decade, he’d go with this innovative,…

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