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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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3 ‘nearly’ penny stocks to buy in 2022

| Royston Wild

I’m searching for ultra-cheap UK shares to buy for 2022. These three almost-penny stocks all cost less that 150p. Here’s…

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Wealth-building’s 2021 successes

| Malcolm Wheatley

The post-pandemic savings boom continues, albeit at a slower rate, as Covid restrictions limit spending. Finding the cash to invest…

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This is the best-performing FTSE 100 stock of 2021. Would I buy it now?

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock was always a good one to hold according to Manika Premsingh, but it surprised significantly to…

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2 top UK shares (including a 7.5% dividend yield) under £2 to buy!

| Royston Wild

I'm hunting for the best UK dividend shares to buy in 2022. Here are two I'm confident should thrive in…

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3 trends I believe could impact stock markets in 2022

| Manika Premsingh

2021 was a year when macros dominated stock market performance, according to Manika Premsingh. Will the pattern repeat in 2022?

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Here’s the best performing FTSE 100 stock of 2021. Should I buy now?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reveals the best-performing stock from the FTSE 100 this year, and weighs up whether the run can continue…

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How I’d invest £5k in top tech stocks right now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how he'd mix up top tech stocks in his portfolio, picking some established names and some newer…

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3 stock market predictions for 2022

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Stocks performed well for investors in 2021, delivering double-digit gains. Here, Edward Sheldon shares what he thinks might happen in…

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Why I’d ignore Lloyds’ share price and buy other UK shares!

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price looks eye-poppingly cheap at current levels. But is the FTSE 100 bank nothing more than an…

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Dividends, defence and the metaverse. Here’s how I’m investing for 2022

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through where he'll be investing in 2022 based on his needs and his opinions of the top…

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My New Year’s resolution: following Warren Buffett’s investing principles to generate wealth and retire early

| Andrew Mackie

As a new year begins, I am looking to follow Warren Buffett’s investing rules to help me fulfill my dream…

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How I’d try to build a passive income in 2022 with £50 a week

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains how he would invest £50 a week in stocks and shares to generate a passive income from…

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With no savings at 40, I’d take 3 steps to aim for a bountiful retirement with shares

| Kevin Godbold

Let's face it, the State Pension alone is unlikely to give me bountiful financial resources in my golden years. But…

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5 easy Warren Buffett investment habits I’ll use in 2022

| Christopher Ruane

The investing wisdom of Warren Buffett remains as relevant as ever. Christopher Ruane highlights five Buffett habits he'll apply in…

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These are 2 of my best-performing FTSE 100 investments in 2021

| Manika Premsingh

These FTSE 100 stocks have done particularly well in 2021 because the recovery increased demand for their products. Manika Premsingh…

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3 penny stocks to buy for 2022

| Rupert Hargreaves

These penny stocks could be some of the best shares to buy in 2022 for growth, says Rupert Hargreaves, who…

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Cineworld stock could be 2021’s worst FTSE 250 performer. Here’s what I’d do

| Manika Premsingh

Cineworld stock has had a particularly bad 2021, despite that fact that the first signs of recovery are here. Would…

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I was right to buy FTSE 250 stocks in 2021. Here’s what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 250 index performed well in 2021, as Manika Premsingh had expected. But will it continue to do well…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks to buy for 2022

| Rupert Hargreaves

These blue-chip companies could be two of the best FTSE 100 shares to buy for growth in 2022, says this…

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This could be the best performing FTSE 250 stock of 2021. Is it too late to buy?

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 250 stock has seen a meteoric rise in the past year, but past performance might not be repeated…

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4 penny stocks to buy in 2022!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best, cheap UK stocks to buy for the New Year. Here are several top-quality penny stocks…

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Here’s what happened to the Lloyds share price in 2021

| Cliff D'Arcy

It's been a good year for the Lloyds share price, which has leapt by 33% in 2021. But what about…

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These are 3 of my worst-performing investments in 2021. Here’s what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

In hindsight, Manika Premsingh thinks these were her riskiest investments. But does one year’s poor performance mean that she should…

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3 of 2021’s best-performing FTSE 100 stocks to buy for 2022

| Manika Premsingh

These FTSE 100 stocks have already seen significant growth in 2021, but going by their long-term performances and prospects, Manika…

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3 penny stocks I’d buy to hold for the next 10 years!

| Royston Wild

As a long-term investor, I'm looking for UK shares I think will make me big returns over the next decade.…

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Could the Rolls-Royce share price turn £1k into £2.5k?

| Rupert Hargreaves

As the company rebuilds after the pandemic, the Rolls-Royce share price could return to 300p in the near term, argues…

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Should I buy Tesla stock for 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesla stock has been an incredible investment in recent years. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should buy the…

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3 ways I can get a head start on the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how he's already planning for the next financial year with regards to investment opportunities and cash flow…

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This is one of my worst-performing FTSE 100 investment calls for 2021

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock has seen a huge crash in 2021, but that does not mean that it is a…

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The Cineworld share price looks cheap to me!

| Garry McGibbon

Cineworld is something of a conundrum for investors at the moment. Garry McGibbon explains why he believes the Cineworld share…

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This is one of the worst FTSE 100 performers of 2021. Here’s why I’d buy it now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 stock has had a nasty surprise for holders in 2021, with a decline of 20% in price…

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The Darktrace share price has crashed! Here’s why I’m still not buying

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Darktrace share price has been volatile this year and the company has fallen out of the FTSE 100. Here’s…

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The Boohoo share price is down 30% in a month – should I be buying this AIM 100 stock?

| Andrew Woods

Online fashion retailers have performed well over the past couple of years, but various factors have all led to a…

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2 of the best FTSE 100 stocks for me to buy and hold until 2030

| Manika Premsingh

These two FTSE 100 stocks are not just among the best-performing in 2021 so far, they are also still among…

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Forget 2021! I reckon there’s a big opportunity in the stock market for 2022

| Kevin Godbold

As we leave 2021, I reckon some stocks remain below their fair valuations, yet I'm optimistic that markets could stabilise…

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5 top investment trusts to buy for 2022

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Buying a selection of investment trusts can be a great way to get exposure to the stock market. Here, Ed…

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1 stock to buy and hold for the next decade

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reveals his current top FTSE 250 stock to buy and hold for the next 10 years, based on…

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3 inflation-resistant top stocks to buy for 2022

| Harshil Patel

Prices are rapidly rising and could affect UK shares in 2022. Harshil Patel considers three top stocks that could withstand…

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My foolproof plan for investing in shares in 2022… Foolishly!

| Andy Ross

Investing in shares can be tricky, but with a long-term mindset Andy Ross is confident 2022 is a good time…

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Here are 3 top US stocks I’d invest £1,000 in now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through some of his top US stocks, highlighting their potential share price growth and income from dividends.

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