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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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How to find the best UK shares to buy in December to aim for a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The 2022 stock market correction has created plenty of amazing buying opportunities for UK shares. Some may even unlock enormous…

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1 penny stock under 13p I’d snap up right now

| Ben McPoland

Just about every penny stock has fallen out of favour this year. But I'm willing to play the long game…

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Forget gold! I’d follow Warren Buffett and buy cheap shares to try and get rich

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I think that following Warren Buffett's lead and buying cheap shares could prove to be a far more profitable move…

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3 high-yield income stocks I’m considering for passive income in 2023!

| Royston Wild

Dividend investing might be the best way for investors to make positive returns. And these three income stocks in particular…

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Forget NS&I Green Savings Bonds! I’d buy UK dividend shares instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I believe UK dividend shares may continue to offer significantly higher income than savings bonds even with higher interest rates.

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I’ll avoid at all costs in 2023!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 stocks look exceptionally cheap on paper. Here, our writer explains why they could cost investors a fortune…

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Are Lloyds shares a no-brainer buy for 2023?

| Alan Oscroft

Lloyds shares have picked up since the summer, but they're still on a multi-year losing streak. Could 2023 be the…

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I’m buying PayPal stock now while it’s under $100!

| John Choong

Despite PayPal stock moving back to its 2022 lows, I'm still feeling bullish about the company. As such, I'll be…

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Should I cash in my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Stephen Wright

Is now a good time to be in cash rather than stocks? Stephen Wright explains why he’s sticking with the…

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Up 50% in 2 months, are abrdn shares a no-brainer buy?

| Alan Oscroft

abrdn shares slumped in the first half of 2022 as inflation soared. But they've recently regained some of the losses.…

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Lloyds shares have gone nowhere for a year. Why buy now?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Lloyds shares have been flat over 12 months and have dived 30% in the past five years. So why did…

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I’m racing to buy dirt-cheap income stocks before it’s too late

| Harvey Jones

Income stocks have had a terrific year but they are starting to look more expensive as the FTSE 100 climbs…

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7% yield! Here’s a FTSE 100 dividend share I’m considering buying for 2023

| John Fieldsend

Dividend shares offer a return on your investments whatever the stock market is doing. Here’s one that might be a…

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3 cheap shares I’d buy now for passive income

| Cliff D'Arcy

These three FTSE 100 shares offer dividend yields of 9.3% to 9.8% a year. Because I love my passive income,…

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I’d aim for a million by following the Warren Buffett method of investing

| Matt Cook

Matt Cook has set a goal of having a £1 million portfolio in time for his retirement, and he’s following…

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Here’s my Stocks & Shares ISA wishlist for 2023

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith outlines eight companies that he's jotted down to buy for his Stocks and Shares ISA before the April…

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One share that can withstand the stock market correction

| Muhammad Cheema

We are currently in the midst of a stock market correction. I believe British American Tobacco is one company that…

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2 growth stocks to buy for passive income in 2023

| Stephen Wright

With P/E ratios above 20 and dividend yields below 1%, why does Stephen Wright see growth stocks like Apple and…

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I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks in 2023 and hold them for a decade

| Charlie Keough

This Fool is looking ahead to 2023 for FTSE 100 stocks he can buy and hold for years to come.…

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Should I buy Cineworld shares amid takeover rumours?

| John Choong

Cineworld shares have had a wild ride in 2022. With a competitor rumoured to want to acquire the cinema group,…

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Bull vs Bear: Sage Group shares

| Duelling Fools

At the Fool, we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Here, two contributors debate…

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Is Alphabet stock a cheap buy? Here’s what the charts say

| John Choong

Alphabet stock is one of the market's most traded securities. With that in mind, are its shares considered cheap and…

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Stock market millionaire: I’d put £500 a month into the FTSE 100 to aim for 7 figures

| Ben McPoland

The FTSE 100 has a great balance of growth and reliable dividend stocks. I think this makes it the perfect…

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1 income stock to buy for passive income in 2023 and beyond

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright is preparing for a recession. He’s found an income stock with a competitive advantage that allows it to…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Meta stock a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Meta stock has taken a big hit over the last year. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at what has sent the…

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Down 5%, will the Lloyds share price rebound strongly in 2023?

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price continues to offer attractive all-round value on paper. Could this provide the foundation for hefty gains…

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2 stocks ready to bounce back

| Kevin Godbold

The stock market is full of recovering stocks and I think these two look set to move higher driven by…

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1 monopoly stock I will ‘never’ sell

| Ben McPoland

Some companies have no competition because they're just too good at what they do. Here's one exceptional stock that I…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying!

| Royston Wild

Hargreaves Lansdown investors are loading up on these FTSE index dividend stocks today. Should I join in to boost my…

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Down 70% but rising, are ASOS shares a no-brainer buy?

| Alan Oscroft

ASOS shares have suffered a big fall in 2022. But with a recent uptick, and new management, I'm wondering if…

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I have £16,000 cash in my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here’s how I’m going to invest it

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has built up a substantial cash pile within his Stocks and Shares ISA. Here's what he is going…

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No savings at 40? I’m investing like Terry Smith to target a £39,252 passive income

| Royston Wild

This fund manager's wealth-building strategy is popular amongst The Motley Fool's team of writers. Here's how I'm planning to use…

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Should I buy BP shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP shares have been an excellent investment in 2022, delivering total returns of around 50%. Ed Sheldon is wondering whether…

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3 income shares with 7% dividends to buy right now?

| Alan Oscroft

With today's big yields, investors seeking income shares have a lot of options to go for. Here are three from…

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I’m following this simple Warren Buffett advice to strive to make a fortune from shares

| Harvey Jones

Warren Buffett knows the value of keeping things simple and being patient. I'm using this method to build long-term wealth…

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Could a 2023 stock market crash give me a big opportunity?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why he does not spend time trying to time the next stock market crash but instead is…

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2023 is my big chance to build passive income for life from FTSE shares

| Harvey Jones

Building up a decent level of passive income for retirement takes time, and I don't have enough of it. So…

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With the HSBC share price near 499p, should investors buy the stock?  

| Kevin Godbold

The HSBC share price has been trending higher with good reason and I see the stock as a decent buy…

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It’s not easy being green for energy stocks

| Gilly West

With energy in focus, is now a good time to invest in energy stocks with the potential for long-term growth?

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The Next share price is up 15% in a month. Here’s what I’d do

| Harvey Jones

This year's troubles led to a sharp sell-off in the Next share price. But now it's back with a bang,…

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