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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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I’d invest my first £500 in this high-dividend-yield FTSE 100 stock today 

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The stock market correction has sent the dividend yields of many shares through the roof. But not all of them…

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Warren Buffett is investing in oil. Should I?

| Henry Adefope, MCSI

Warren Buffett recently bought more stock in oil major Chevron. He is rarely wrong. Should I replicate his move with…

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What could cause a stock market crash in 2023?

| Cliff D'Arcy

After a turbulent and volatile stock market in 2022, what might set off a nasty crash in 2023? I reveal…

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Up 50%, ABF shares are still one of the best bargains in the FTSE 100

| Andrew Mackie

Scouring the FTSE 100 for bargains, Andrew Mackie explains why he believes the Associated British Foods share price is a…

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Growth Shares

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust: 3 stocks to help its rebound in 2023

| John Choong

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares crashed last year, dropping 45%. So, here are three stocks that could help stage its…

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Why investing in UK stocks for passive income could be more important than ever! 

| Royston Wild

The age at which people can claim the State Pension could rise sooner than expected. Here's what I'm doing to…

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Just released: the 3 best dividend-focused stocks to buy right now [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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Dividend stock: I’d buy this passive income machine today

| Ben McPoland

This FTSE 100 dividend stock looks like a bargain to me right now. I wouldn't think twice about adding it…

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Small-Cap Shares

Penny stocks: 2 AIM shares to turn my pennies into pounds

| John Choong

Penny stocks are worth exploring as they could explode in value if the tide turns their way. So, here are…

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With a 7% dividend, are Aviva shares a no-brainer buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

Forget trying to get rich quick. I prefer investments like high-yielding Aviva shares to target some long-term dividend income.

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I’d buy 6 shares a week of this FTSE 100 stock for £100 a month in passive income

| Charlie Carman

Many FTSE 100 stocks pay handsome dividends, which means they can be useful investments for passive income seekers. Here's one…

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Will the BAE share price be among the top FTSE 100 winners in 2023?

| Alan Oscroft

BAE Systems share price gains gave investors a profitable 2022. I think we could be in for a strong decade…

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Will the Greatland Gold share price rebound in 2023?

| Christopher Ruane

The Greatland Gold share price has performed poorly in the past 12 months. Could it come back strongly this year?…

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Earnings: why Associated British Foods shares are climbing

| Alan Oscroft

Associated British Foods shares had a painful 2022. But a strong Primark-fuelled Christmas trading period has helped support its recent…

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Should I buy Ocado shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ocado shares have lost two-thirds of their value over the last two years. Edward Sheldon is wondering whether now is…

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Could soaring sales boost a sagging Saga share price?

| Christopher Ruane

Does an upbeat trading statement mean Saga's share price offers value for our writer's portfolio? He isn't persuaded -- here's…

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2 dirt-cheap shares I’ve bought to hold for years

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane has put money into buying two cheap shares for his portfolio he thinks offer attractive long-term prospects.

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Is the bear case for Alphabet stock persuasive?

| Christopher Ruane

Alphabet stock is over a fifth cheaper than it was a year ago. As some investors shun the shares, our…

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Warren Buffett has $23bn invested in this stock. Should I buy it for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon takes a look at a stock that legendary investor Warren Buffett owns a lot of. Should he buy…

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

| Kevin Godbold

It's been a difficult five years for many investors, but Tesco shares will have delivered a positive outcome. Was it…

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Here’s how buying a few FTSE 100 shares could help me build wealth

| Christopher Ruane

By choosing certain types of FTSE 100 shares to buy for his portfolio, our writer hopes to improve his financial…

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Dividend Shares

Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares for 2023 dividend potential?

| Jon Smith

Despite not currently paying out any income, Jon Smith explains why he's keeping an eye on Rolls-Royce shares for dividend…

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The FTSE 100 is nearing a record 8,000. Is now the time to invest?

| Henry Adefope, MCSI

The FTSE 100 is near its all-time high. As a bargain-loving value investor, I wonder if now is the right…

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3 things that could give Lloyds shares a boost in 2023

| Alan Oscroft

Lloyds shares have been gaining ground over the past few months. What will it take for the price to keep…

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Growth Shares

Marks and Spencer: how its shares could benefit from Ocado’s poor performance

| John Choong

Ocado's latest trading update wasn't pretty. However, there's a silver lining from which Marks and Spencer shares could benefit in…

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Investors are selling Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares! What should I do?

| Royston Wild

Evidence is mounting of waning appetite for Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares. Is the market right to be increasingly worried?

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 dividend shares! Which should I buy in February?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares trade on rock-bottom P/E ratios and offer index-beating dividend yields. But do these qualities make them…

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Dividend Shares

Dividend shares: 2 FTSE 100 miners to buy for massive passive income

| John Choong

With FTSE 100 dividend payments expected to hit an all-time high this year, here are two mining shares I'm buying…

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How I’d invest £100 per month in the stock market for lifelong passive income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright plans to use the stock market to turn £100 per month into something that will pay £7,660 per…

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2 UK shares I’d like to buy for market-beating cash yields!

| Cliff D'Arcy

When looking for shares to buy, I use a value, dividend and income approach. For example, here are two cheap…

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2 cheap shares investors can still grab

| Kevin Godbold

Lots of previously cheap shares have shot up recently, but there's still value to find on the London market, such…

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2 cheap UK stocks Hargreaves Lansdown investors have been buying! Should I join in?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares look too cheap to miss on paper. Should fans of UK value stocks snap them up…

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Dividend stocks: how I’m aiming for double-digit returns in 2023!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how he's targeting double-digit returns over the next year by investing in dividend stocks with upside…

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Tempted by the AstraZeneca share price? Here’s why it could explode in 2023

| Charlie Carman

The AstraZeneca share price has more than doubled over five years. Our writer outlines why the FTSE 100 healthcare stock…

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I’m listening to Warren Buffett and buying these dirt-cheap stocks!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how he's using Warren Buffett's teachings to guide his investment strategy. But what does a Buffett-style…

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Why now is a once-in-a-decade opportunity to make passive income from stocks

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why stocks from the property and financial services sector could offer him a unique passive income opportunity.

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8.3% and 5.5% dividend yields! Should I buy these cheap FTSE 100 income stocks?

| Royston Wild

These two FTSE 100 stocks offer huge dividend yields and ultra-low P/E ratios. But are they really brilliant bargains or…

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Shell shares look cheap. Should I buy them?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shell shares currently have a very low valuation and are paying a decent dividend. Are they worth buying? Edward Sheldon…

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3 stocks for £750 of passive income in 2023!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains three stocks he'd invest in with £10,000. These investment could help him achieve £600 in passive…

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BT: a FTSE 100 share to buy before February?

| John Choong

FTSE 100 giant BT is expected to release its Q3 trading update on 2 February - so should I buy…

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