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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 top stocks to buy with dividends yielding more than 3%

| Stephen Wright

When I’m looking for stocks to buy, big dividends can be attractive. On my radar right now is a FTSE…

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2 FTSE 250 high-dividend stocks I’d buy for passive income!

| Royston Wild

Buying shares with above-average dividend yields can have a spectacular effect on long-term passive income. Here are two high-dividend stocks…

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Should I buy this dirt-cheap penny stock for growth and returns?

| Jabran Khan

This Fool delves deeper into a penny stock that could be primed to grow and provide lucrative returns in the…

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3 points I’ve learned from Warren Buffett’s whopping $43.8bn loss

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith shares some of his takeaways after seeing the Q2 reported loss for Warren Buffett's company, Berkshire Hathaway.

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The Aviva share price is climbing. Here’s why I’d buy more

| Alan Oscroft

After what seems like years of going nowhere, the Aviva share price is finally showing signs of life. I take…

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This is one of the best shares to buy for juicy dividends!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan is hunting for the best shares to buy. This commodities business offers an enticing dividend yield to boost…

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Can I trust Rio Tinto’s 10.3% dividend yield?

| Royston Wild

Rio Tinto offers one of the biggest dividend yields on the FTSE 100 today. But does this make it a…

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Lithium prices skyrocket: 2 UK shares I’d buy to capitalise 

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Lithium has quickly become the most in-demand metal in 2022. I am looking at two UK shares in the EV…

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3 no-brainer FTSE 250 dividend stocks to buy today

| Alan Oscroft

Investors typically turn to the FTSE 100 when looking for long-term income investments. I think the FTSE 250 has plenty…

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Here’s how I’d invest £200 per month to make passive income for life

| Alan Oscroft

We'd all love to retire with some extra passive income in our pockets. My approach is to invest regularly, over…

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88 Energy shares tank despite possible billion-barrel find!

| Dr. James Fox

88 Energy shares fell 10% on Wednesday after the firm published its interim results and announced a capital raise for…

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How I’d invest a spare £500 in today’s stock market

| Christopher Ruane

With the FTSE 100 index within 5% of its all-time high, is now a good time for our writer to…

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The case for buying this dividend monster just got stronger!

| Dr. James Fox

This dividend monster just posted impressive earnings figures that sent its share price skyrocketing. So is now the time to…

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This one Ben Graham investment principle could make you richer

| Christopher Ruane

Legendary investor Warren Buffett applies a key principle he learnt from Ben Graham. Our writer explains why he thinks it…

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Is the Tullow Oil (TLW) share price poised to take off?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tullow Oil (TLW) share price has been more volatile than some of its bigger peers this year. But is…

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Should I buy Royal Mail shares while they’re under 300p?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Royal Mail's share price has come down a long way in 2022 and is currently under 300p. Edward Sheldon looks…

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I’d forget buy-to-let and buy these REITs for passive income!

| Royston Wild

I think REITs are a great way to generate healthy streams of passive income. Here's why I think they're a…

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How I’d invest £5,000 in FTSE 100 shares to aim for a million

| Harshil Patel

The FTSE 100 is home to many potential gems. Our writer considers if he can reach millionaire status by uncovering…

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How I’m aiming to become a Stocks and Shares ISA millionaire!

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an excellent vehicle for investments. In fact, many investors have become ISA millionaires. Here's…

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The Scottish Mortgage share price is on the up! Here’s why I’d buy

| Charlie Keough

After a poor first half of the year, the Scottish Mortgage share price is beginning to rise. Here, this Fool…

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Should I be grabbing cheap Lloyds shares?

| Charlie Keough

Lloyds shares have underperformed in recent years. Here, this Fool explains why he's still considering the stock for his portfolio.

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How I’m using UK dividend shares to try and turn £20,000 into £100,000

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has ambitious investment goals -- and patience. Here he explains how he's buying UK dividend shares to try…

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I’m taking a defensive stance by investing in the FTSE ahead of the recession

| Jacob Ambrose Willson

The FTSE has outperformed several indices in 2022, including the S&P 500. Jacob Ambrose Willson believes it can be used…

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Should I buy BP shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP is generating huge profits right now. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should buy shares in the oil…

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares after the latest results?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs over the key points from half-year results for Rolls-Royce shares to see if any green shoots are…

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A FTSE 100 stock that I never intend to sell

| Andrew Mackie

Hunting for undervalued stocks, Andrew Mackie explains why he recently bought more of this FTSE 100 powerhouse.

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Lifelong passive income for £10 a week? Here’s how

| Christopher Ruane

Is it possible to set up passive income streams for less than £2 a day? Our writer thinks so --…

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I’d start buying shares with this pair!

| Christopher Ruane

If our writer was a novice investor who wanted to start buying shares for the first time with limited funds,…

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Here’s why UK lithium stocks could be set for a new surge

| Alan Oscroft

Lithium stocks have fallen from their 2022 peaks. But over the past few weeks, we've started to see renewed gains.…

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A UK stock for the 3D printing revolution!

| Mark Tovey

Xaar, a digital inkjet leader, is my favourite UK stock when it comes to trying to capitalise on the fast-growing…

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1 dividend stock with a juicy yield to boost returns!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool likes the look of this dividend stock to boost his passive income stream and explains why he would…

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Here’s 1 growth stock primed for long-term growth and returns!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan is hunting for a growth stock to boost his holdings. Could this financial advisory business be the right…

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3 FTSE 250 shares I bought for extra dividends

| Cliff D'Arcy

I plundered the FTSE 250 index to find these three cheap stocks with ailing share prices. All three firms pay…

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I’m buying cheap FTSE 100 stocks to boost my passive income!

| Royston Wild

Buying dividend stocks today could considerably improve the amount of passive income I make. Here are some FTSE 100 stocks…

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Am I crazy for buying Royal Mail shares?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Royal Mail shares have collapsed by almost half in 2022. And with group profits falling and strike action under way,…

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2 recession-resistant stocks to buy right now

| Alan Oscroft

After the pandemic slump, we're now facing a UK recession. Many are looking for recession-resistant stocks to protect their money.

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This FTSE 100 stock continues to fall! Should I buy shares?

| Jabran Khan

This Fool takes a closer look at a FTSE 100 quality assurance stock. As the shares continue to fall, is…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price about to surge?

| Royston Wild

The Rolls-Royce share price continues to fall as market patience wears thin. But could it be on the brink of…

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Up 173%, can Avacta shares continue this incredible run?  

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

In the last few months, Avacta shares have jumped significantly. But does this warrant an investment or is it just…

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Here’s why I’m selling Abrdn shares and buying Hargreaves Lansdown!

| Dr. James Fox

Abrdn shares fell on Tuesday morning after a disappointing earnings report. Profit fell considerably as the asset manager struck a…

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