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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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5 steps to earn £500 in passive income a month

| Christopher Ruane

In just five steps, our writer thinks he can put a passive income plan into action that over time could…

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How to invest like Bill Gates in a Stocks & Shares ISA!

| Mark Tovey

Billionaire Bill Gates is the largest private farmland owner in the US, and I can get a slice of the…

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Does the Direct Line share price slump make it a no-brainer buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

The Direct Line share price has fallen even further, as the insurance sector took a beating after last week's mini-budget.

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Value investing isn’t dead, so here are my top shares to buy now

| Kevin Godbold

I'm following Warren Buffett and looking for cheap shares to buy now while they're on sale. Here's what I've found...

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These 3 shares just fell hard as the FTSE 100 tumbled. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The FTSE 100 is continuing its slide, falling below 6,900 points. And it's taking some top quality companies down with…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in BP shares at the start of 2022, here’s how much I’d have now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Energy has been the best performing sector this year. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at how BP shares have fared in…

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At 52-week lows, is the Rolls-Royce share price finally fair value?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the Rolls-Royce share price is still falling and whether he thinks it's time for him to…

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The boohoo share price just fell another 10%. Is it an unmissable buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

After an 85% drop in 12 months, can the boohoo share price really fall any further? It just did, and…

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Forget crashing share prices. I’m holding these passive funds for the next 30 years

| Paul Summers

It pays to be patient in the markets. Our writer highlights two funds he's intending to hold until retirement.

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks! Should I buy them in October?

| Royston Wild

These two FTSE 100 stocks have plummeted in value recently. Should I think about buying them for my shares portfolio…

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5 things to watch on the FTSE 350 on Wednesday

| The Motley Fool

With the FTSE 100 closing below 7,000 points, where will the FTSE 350 go next?

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Why is the Scottish Mortgage dividend yield so small?

| Christopher Ruane

The Scottish Mortgage dividend yield is below 1%. Christopher Ruane explains why, on its own, that wouldn't stop him from…

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1 FTSE 100 stock to buy… but not right now

| Stephen Wright

Diageo’s strong brands make the stock look attractive to our author. But are there better investment opportunities in the FTSE…

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Down 44%, is NOW the time to buy Rolls-Royce shares?

| Royston Wild

Rolls-Royce's share price is in freefall again as worries over economic conditions mount. Does this represent a top dip buying…

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Here’s how this growth stock could boost my passive income!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool explains how this real estate investment trust (REIT) could be perfect to boost his passive income stream.

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Here’s 1 FTSE 100 stock I’m considering buying in October for long-term growth!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into a FTSE 100 stock he believes could experience long-term growth.

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Can my investment approach survive a stock market crash?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer sets out his plan for the next stock market crash, whenever it may come.

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Down 85% and heavily shorted but is there still value in boohoo shares?

| Nathan Marks

boohoo shares have been in freefall. And the cost-of-living crisis is making things worse. But there’s cause for optimism according…

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Does the Persimmon share price crash make it a no-brainer buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

The Persimmon share price has slumped after soaring interest rates and a plunging pound have sent shocks across the property…

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6 stocks to buy that I think could perform despite a market crash

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reveals his favourite stocks to buy that he feels could perform better than some other ideas if we…

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Here’s why Saga’s share price has crashed today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Saga's share price was down 25% at one stage this morning. Edward Sheldon looks at what caused the sharp drop…

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Forget cash savings. I’ll stick to buying dividend shares for passive income

| Paul Summers

Cash savings rates are finally on the up. However, our writer would prefer to take on a bit more risk…

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3 lessons from Warren Buffett’s actions during recessions that I’m imitating

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith recounts what Warren Buffett has done in previous recessions and picks out some lessons that he can apply…

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How much would I need to invest in dividend stocks to earn £100 each month?

| Christopher Ruane

By investing in dividend stocks, our writer hopes to boost his passive income streams. Here's how he might target a…

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Here’s the Tesco dividend forecast for 2023 and 2024

| Royston Wild

The slipping Tesco share price allows investors to grab some FTSE 100-beating dividend yields. But should I buy the grocery…

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3 reasons why the Lloyds share price could jump with higher interest rates

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains several reasons why higher interest rates could be a good thing for the Lloyds share price going…

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Here’s how I’d invest £200 a month in FTSE 100 shares

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods explains how setting aside a set amount each month and buying FTSE 100 shares could lead to long-term…

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The Rolls-Royce share price has crashed 42% in 2022! Here’s why

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price continues to struggle despite improving underlying performance. What's going on and is this a buying opportunity?

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5 things to watch on the FTSE 350 on Tuesday

| The Motley Fool

The pound plummets, but the FTSE 350 ends Monday flat.

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The FTSE 100 falls back below 7,000 points! 2 top bargains I’d buy

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 has fallen below a key technical and psychological level again. So what? Here are two UK blue…

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What does Warren Buffett do when the stock market crashes?

| James J. McCombie

Warren Buffett is probably following his own advice when the stock market crashes and being greedy for quality stocks he…

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The Lloyds share price slumps as markets retreat! Time to buy?

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price has slumped in recent days as worries over interest rates increase. Is now the time to…

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Forget gold! I’m buying UK income stocks instead 

| Harvey Jones

The gold price has fallen sharply this year but I think income stocks look better value and have much more…

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Does the Royal Mail share price crash make it a no-brainer buy now?

| Alan Oscroft

I've liked the look of the Royal Mail share price a number of times in the past few years. As…

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With zero savings, I’d buy these two dividend stocks for long-term income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains the dividend stocks he wants to buy for income that could help build up his savings over…

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At under £1, does the Taylor Wimpey share price make it a no-brainer buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The Taylor Wimpey share price has slumped over the past 12 months, and it's falling again as interest rates climb…

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I’d buy FTSE 100 shares today as the index dips below 7,000

| Harvey Jones

As the pound crashes and interest-rate-rise expectations rocket, FTSE 100 shares have fallen below 7,000. They now look unmissable value…

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The FTSE 250 firesale is here! 2 bargain stocks to buy today

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 250 is selling off sharply as worries over UK assets grow. Here's why now could be the time…

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What could an emergency interest rate hike mean for the stock market?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith outlines what he feels a surprise interest rate hike this week could mean for the firms listed on…

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This FTSE 100 stock ROSE despite the market fall. Time to buy?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes a FTSE 100 stock from the financial sector that moved higher on Friday, despite the broader market…

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