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One of my favourite dividend shares now offers a 9.5% yield!

Few FTSE 100 dividend shares have a yield over 9%. This one does. Christopher Ruane explains why he owns it…

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3 rock-solid dividend shares with yields up to 8.5%

Stephen Wright thinks UK investors could target long-term passive income by considering three dividend shares that benefit from steady demand.

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After rising nearly 23%, does the Lloyds share price have further to go?

Lloyds has outperformed the FTSE 100 year to date. But even at its current share price, this Fool thinks it…

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2 of my favourite FTSE 100 shares have just plunged 12% and 10%! Time to buy?

Harvey Jones is in bargain-hunting mode and wondering if these two FTSE 100 shares could make exciting purchases after falling…

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On the hunt for passive income in the FTSE 250? Here’s 1 stock I’d buy and 1 I wouldn’t touch with a bargepole

This Fool thinks the FTSE 250 is a great place to seek income. But not all stocks with meaty yields…

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These 2 FTSE shares are killing my portfolio! Should I dump them? 

Our writer examines two FTSE shares sucking the life out of his profits. But should he sell or wait for…

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Down 54% and 19% in 2024, are these the best value stocks out there right now?

While the UK stock market has been flying, this Fool sees good value in these two shares. He'd buy them…

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As the Halma share price continues to rise, I think investors should take note of this winning growth stock

As Halma’s latest trading update sends the stock higher, is the share price an opportunity to buy one of the…

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Is this 6.2%-yielding FTSE 250 dividend gem also one of its biggest bargains?

This broadcaster pays nearly double the average FTSE 250 yield, its new streaming service is doing well, and it looks…

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I’d drip-feed £464 a month into UK stocks to aim for a million

Investing regularly in UK stocks could set me on the path to becoming a millionaire in around 35 years, thanks…

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If I’d put £5k into the S&P 500 on 1 January 2024, here’s what I’d have now

Our writer looks at the year-to-date performance of the S&P 500 index and highlights three areas he's keen to invest…

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As AstraZeneca’s share price drops 13% should I buy on the dip?

AstraZeneca’s share price has fallen following unfavourable results for one of its new drugs, but others look good, and earnings…

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Is the BT share price destined to follow the way of Rolls-Royce?

Here's why I think the BT share price has the potential to shoot higher on the back of a business…

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Is the Vodafone share price good value at 75p?

The Vodafone share price has been under pressure in 2024. Our writer takes a deep dive to see if it's…

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3 FTSE AIM 100 stocks I’d consider snapping up in October

Our writer highlights a trio of quality small-cap stocks that don't get the same fanfare as the big beasts of…

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With an 8.5% dividend yield, is this company a no-brainer for passive income?

A high dividend yield seems like an obvious choice for income investors looking to earn some extra cash. But is…

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Experts reckon this UK stock could surge 45% by September 2025

This Fool thinks Kainos is one of the most attractive UK stocks on the market right now. It's potentially undervalued…

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Up 30% since May, could the Persimmon share price keep rising fast?

Christopher Ruane considers the long-term performance of the Persimmon share price and whether now might be the time for him…

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Up 20% already, can the Unilever share price keep on going?

While the Unilever share price is up a fifth over the past year, it has moved sideways over a longer…

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Are Greggs shares the best buy on the FTSE 250?

After Greggs shares posted an awesome performance, this Fool is looking at them closely. However, he's not keen on them…

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Could the Glencore share price boom in coming years?

Possible demand drivers for natural resources might seem like good news for the Glencore share price. Our writer explains why…

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Growth Shares

Is this chip growth stock the UK’s version of Nvidia?

Jon Smith notes the strong financial results just put out from a growth stock that could become the UK's tech…

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These under-the-radar FTSE 250 stocks haven’t just beaten the market. They’ve thrashed it!

If you think picking stocks never pays, our writer has news for you. Paul Summers highlights two FTSE 250 shares…

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Dividend Shares

Why I’d buy this FTSE 100 stock in a recession

This FTSE 100 stock has surged more than 30% in three months. Our writer Ken Hall thinks it could still…

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After hitting a five-year low I’m betting this hidden gem will rocket like the Rolls-Royce share price

Harvey Jones hopes to replicate the excitement of the Rolls-Royce share price rally by investing in what he thinks is…

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Down 56% and 24% this year, are these 2 great FTSE 100 bargains?

This pair of household name FTSE 100 shares have both seen sharp price falls so far in 2024. So why…

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Looking for growth shares? I like this underrated FTSE 100 stock!

Growth shares come in all shapes and sizes. Our writer reckons this established but somewhat low-key pick could be a…

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7%+ yields! 2 dividend shares I’d buy today

This Fool likes the look of these two dividend shares. If he had the cash, he'd add them to his…

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After Rightmove rejects a third takeover bid, what does the future hold for this FTSE 100 real estate giant?

Rightmove has rejected a third takeover bid from Australia's REA. Our writer examines whether the move could help or hurt…

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1 key reason why it could be a once-in-a-decade time for me to buy FTSE stocks

Jon Smith explains how the stock market has just begun a new era based on a key policy move that…

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After falling 14% in a week, is this FTSE 250 stock the bargain of the century?

The share price of this FTSE 250 British icon has fallen to levels never seen before. But does it mean…

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At a $3trn market-cap, can Nvidia stock double from here?

Nvidia stock's generated incredible returns over the last five years, doubling in price almost five times. Edward Sheldon believes it…

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After falling 21% in a day, is the Card Factory share price an unmissable opportunity?

Stephen Wright thinks the Card Factory share price falling as sales continue to grow doesn’t make sense. But is he…

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I think the Diageo share price could explode after this stunning breakthrough!

Harvey Jones was beginning to think the Diageo share price was never going to recover. Now he reckons it's hit…

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Dividend Shares

Up 25% from their 2024 lows, is it too late to buy National Grid shares?

National Grid shares have rallied hard in the last few months. Can they still provide good returns after this jump…

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With a yield of 18%, should I buy this under-the-radar energy stock for passive income?

In his quest for passive income, our writer takes a look at a little known energy stock that’s currently yielding…

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Has the BT share price gone too far?

The BT share price has had a stellar 2024. But after its impressive rise, is there more room for growth?…

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4 defensive stocks Fools have bought for long-term gains

When buying stocks, many growth investors wisely choose to diversify with some solid, stable companies in their portfolio.

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6,195 Legal & General shares could generate £18,561 a year in passive income!

A much smaller investment in Legal & General shares can still generate a very high passive income if the dividends…

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Under £5k in savings? I’d start buying shares and aim to turn that into £500k

Oliver Rodzianko says the best time to start buying shares is always now. In 30 years, is a £500k portfolio…

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