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Just released: our 3 best dividend-focused stocks to buy before May [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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Want to make your grandchildren rich? Consider buying these UK stocks

| The Motley Fool Staff

Four Fool UK writers share the stocks that they believe have a lot of runway to grow over the long…

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9 stocks that Fools have been buying!

| The Motley Fool Staff

Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying these stocks in recent weeks.

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Just released: April’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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5 stocks that Fools think are overvalued

| The Motley Fool Staff

There are a few famous value investors who spring to mind that might take one look at these stocks, and…

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Just released: our 3 top small-cap stocks to buy before May [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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“The last FTSE 100 stock I’d sell in a recession is…”

| The Motley Fool Staff

It's well worth considering some recession-resiliant stocks as part of a diversifed portfolio. Here, our free-site writers offer up their…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to buy in April [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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Why are Brits ploughing billions of pounds into Stocks and Shares ISAs?

| John Fieldsend

The number of billions of pounds UK residents are stashing in Stocks and Shares ISAs continues to rise. But why…

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Is Shell’s share price the bargain its CEO implies it is?

| Simon Watkins

There’s an unfair valuation gap between Shell’s share price and those of its key competitors says its CEO. I think…

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2 failing UK stocks I’ll consider selling soon if things don’t turn around

| Mark David Hartley

Mark David Hartley is considering selling these two UK stocks that are bringing down his portfolio. Can they recover or…

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2 growth stocks I’d put £100 of my money into for wealth generation

| Dr. James Fox

Growth stocks tend to be more risky than other parts of the market, but they have power to supercharge the…

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Yielding 6% and down 43% in price! Should I buy this FTSE 100 stock?

| Oliver Rodzianko

Even with its balance sheet risks, Oliver thinks this FTSE 100 company offers a compelling dividend yield and future growth…

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The best cheap growth stocks to consider investing £100 in today!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 growth stocks are on sale right now. Royston Wild explains why they could be…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’m staying away from

| Sumayya Mansoor

There are many great investment opportunities on the FTSE 100 index. Our writer explains why she doesn’t think this gaming…

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Cheap FTSE 250 stocks to consider for a new Stocks and Shares ISA

| Alan Oscroft

Millions of UK investors will be thinking about their 2024 ISAs right now. Here are a few FTSE 250 stocks…

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Should I buy Amazon shares at a 52-week high?

| Ben McPoland

This Fool has never owned Amazon shares. That has been a lower-case foolish mistake. Is it now time for him…

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2 FTSE stocks I’d be willing to put 100% of my money into for passive income!

| Sumayya Mansoor

If I were only able to buy a limited number of stocks to generate a passive income stream, I’d definitely…

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Dividend yields up to 9.5%! Which of these cheap British stocks should I buy?

| Mark David Hartley

A high dividend yield is a great way to maximise the returns on an investment. I'm considering the prospects of…

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1 no-brainer FTSE 100 stock I’d buy for my Stocks & Shares ISA in 2024

| Sumayya Mansoor

As the new tax year begins, our writer is thinking about which stocks could bolster her Stocks & Shares ISA.…

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Could this new risk lead to a stock market crash in 2024?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Global stock markets have had a great run over the last six months. Could this new economic risk throw a…

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Here’s why investors should consider buying Barclays shares as they continue to soar

| Charlie Keough

Barclays shares have been one of the best performers on the Footsie recently. This Fool explains why he thinks the…

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I’d invest my 2024 Stocks and Shares ISA in these overlooked FTSE 100 stocks

| Alan Oscroft

I'm searching for long-term ISA investments for 2024, and I've been digging through some unloved FTSE 100 shares.

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Should I buy, sell or hold Tesla shares after the ‘robotaxi’ announcement?

| Ben McPoland

Tesla shares have been doing what they do best lately by displaying incredible volatility. What should I now do with…

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Should investors hold off from buying NatWest shares until a government sale?

| Charlie Keough

NatWest shares have been steadily rising but with talks of the government offloading its stake, uncertainty surrounds the stock.

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Is Premier African Minerals the best penny stock to buy for 2024?

| Alan Oscroft

The Premier African Minerals share price saw a boom and bust in 2023. But it looks like cash generation could…

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Is hVIVO still a top UK stock for growth after today’s full-year results? 

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This UK stock has risen roughly 370% over the last five years. But Edward Sheldon believes it has the potential…

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Growth Shares

After a 627% surge, is the Helium One share price primed for another rally?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the Helium One share price has rallied in recent months and why more positive test results…

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Billionaire Warren Buffett uses these simple rules to build his portfolio

| Charlie Keough

This Fool explores the rules Warren Buffett employs when buying businesses. He also highlights one stock he thinks might fit…

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1 undervalued income stock investors should consider buying for retirement

| Charlie Keough

This Fool's been on the hunt for the best income stock to retire on and HSBC has piqued his interest.…

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Dividend Shares

Here’s my dividend forecast for Rolls-Royce shares for the next two years

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reveals his predictions for when the company is likely to resume paying dividends after the remarkable rally in…

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Is Tesla stock set for a massive correction?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock’s dipped, and it's the worst performing of the Magnificent Seven. So with the hyper-growth phase over, will it…

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Is Imperial Brands’ share price set to soar on an upbeat H1 trading update?

| Simon Watkins

Imperial Brands’ share price looks very undervalued against its peers but may be boosted by a positive H1 trading update…

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I reckon this FTSE 250 business has all the winning ingredients for me to lock in high profits

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver loves a good REIT. And he says this FTSE 250 company could be one of the best going. He…

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Retirement Articles

How do I build a million-pound SIPP?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a regular savings plan and a sound long-term investment strategy, literally anyone can build a £1m SIPP, says Edward…

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£27bn of passive income from just 5 shares? Wow!

| Cliff D'Arcy

I'm looking to build a passive income of £100k a year and have spotted these five UK shares, which pay…

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£9,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into £1,243 a month of passive income

| Simon Watkins

Investing a relatively small amount into high-yielding stocks and reinvesting the dividends paid can generate significant passive income over time.

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With no savings, here’s how I’d invest £16,000 in an ISA to aim for a £34,970 second income

| Stephen Wright

Earning a second income from the stock market doesn’t require huge savings. Stephen Wright shows how he’d start from scratch…

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With the oil price rising, the BP share price is gushing again

| Cliff D'Arcy

Though the BP share price has surged since January, this FTSE 100 stock has lost value over one and five…

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1 top UK growth stock to consider buying in April

| Kevin Godbold

A fair-looking valuation and growth forecast ahead make this stock well worth deeper research and consideration right now.

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Yesterday I bought a great value sausage roll. Should I buy Greggs shares today?

| Harvey Jones

Greggs shares have done pretty well over the last few years. Now Harvey Jones is wondering whether to sink his…

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1 dividend superstar bank I’d buy over Lloyds shares right now

| Simon Watkins

HSBC pays a much higher yield than Lloyds shares, is set to make more revenue, and does not have the…

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If I could choose only one FTSE 100 stock, this would be it

| Mark David Hartley

Mark Hartley considers which FTSE 100 stock would be the best option if he had to buy and hold only…

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If I’d put £1,000 in Barclays shares a year ago, here’s how much money I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Barclays shares are on the up and it feels great! The banking stock appears to have turned a corner and…

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If I’d invested £1,000 when the IAG share price bottomed out, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price has recovered significantly in recent months, and even more so since it hit a low in…

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Up 20% in 11 weeks, the Shell share price is motoring

| Cliff D'Arcy

The Shell share price has leapt by almost a fifth in under three months. Despite this surge, shares in the…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks that could deliver a £1,640 passive income!

| Royston Wild

Could these FTSE shares be among the best dividend stocks to buy right now? Our writer Royston Wild explains why…

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £60,499 passive income

| Royston Wild

Investing in a broad portfolio of quality stocks can be a great way to build long-term passive income. This is…

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