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Should I buy Imperial Brands shares for the 8.5% dividend yield?

This FTSE 100 stock is carrying an enormous dividend yield at present. But do the risks outweigh the potential passive…

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If the FTSE 100 booms in 2024, I think these stocks could lead the charge

Although these two FTSE 100 stocks have already performed well, operational progress could easily drive them higher in 2024.

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2024 could be the biggest year in history for the Games Workshop share price. Here’s why!

News of a winning media deal with Amazon could see Games Workshop's share price surge. But it's not the only…

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£1,000 to spare? Here’s how I’d aim to turn it into a yearly £500 passive income

Turning £1,000 into a regular passive income of £500 or more isn’t a simple task, but here’s the strategy I’d…

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I’m tempted by BAE Systems shares but may buy this cheap FTSE 250 rival instead

BAE Systems shares rocketed in 2023 and should perform well this year as global tensions rise. But is there a…

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£9,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into £531 a month of passive income

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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2 key investment themes to watch in 2024

Andrew Mackie discusses two of his highest-conviction investment themes for 2024 and explains how he is positioning his portfolio accordingly.

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Why I don’t think the Magnificent 7 can save the US stock market from crashing

As valuations among the Magnificent 7 stocks continue their inexorable rise, Andrew Mackie sees echoes with past financial asset bubbles.

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I could generate an extra £300 a month by buying 8,223 shares of this dividend stock

HSBC is a dividend stock with an eye-catching yield of 6.9%. This makes it an excellent opportunity for me to…

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£8,000 in savings? I’d buy 7,962 shares of this UK stock to aim for £269 a month in passive income

With share prices rising, Stephen Wright thinks there are still opportunities in the stock market for investors after passive income.

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2 passive income stocks I’d buy today to hold for 10 years

Stephen Wright thinks a FTSE 100 bank and a Warren Buffett compounder could be great passive income stocks to buy…

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Here’s why the TUI share price fell 22% in 2023

The TUI share price fell in 2023 even as bookings, revenues, and profits all increased. Stephen Wright looks at a…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’d buy for a 2024 bull market

Which UK stocks can outperform in a bull market? Stephen Wright thinks a FTSE 100 conglomerate can beat the index…

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How I’d invest £1,000 a month in UK shares in 2024 to aim for £100,000

How quickly can Stephen Wright turn £1,000 a month into the magic £100,000 Charlie Munger talked about? Surprisingly quickly, by…

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Will FTSE 100 shares crash in 2024?

It could be a rocky road for FTSE 100 stocks over the next 12 months. Here's how this writer is…

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With BP’s share price down 18%, is now the time for me to buy more?

BP’s share price doesn't appear to reflect its earnings potential and balanced energy transition strategy, leaving it very undervalued against…

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If I was starting with £1k, I’d buy these FTSE 100 shares

Jon Smith runs through his favourite six FTSE 100 shares to include in a diversified portfolio right now if he…

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With no savings in 2024, I’d use Warren Buffett’s golden rules to build wealth

Building wealth with no existing savings may feel like an impossible task, but it's not. Dr James Fox explains how…

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I’d buy 14 shares of this FTSE 250 stock each week to target £1,000 in passive income!

Hargreaves Lansdown's plummeting share price has caught our writer's attention. Here's why it's one of his favourite FTSE 250 dividend…

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These FTSE shares could soar if interest rates fall

Jon Smith explains how some FTSE stocks could possibly outperform the market in 2024 should we see interest rate cuts…

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Up 249%, what’s next for Nvidia stock in 2024?

Nvidia stock surged in 2023 with the company's GPUs being central to the AI revolution. Dr James Fox explores what's…

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Here’s why the Tesla share price rocketed 130% in 2023

The Tesla share price more than doubled in 2023. Paul Summers takes a closer look at why and asks whether…

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8.5% yield! I’d buy 30 shares of this top-value stock a week to target £1,000 in passive income

This Dividend Aristocrat is tipped to continue raising payouts in the New Year. Here's why Royston Wild thinks it's one…

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Best AIM stocks to consider buying in January

We asked our writers to share their best AIM-listed stocks to buy in January, featuring a Share Advisor 'Fire' rec…

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9.9% dividend yield! Is Direct Line the best dividend stock to buy in 2024?

Dividend yields on Direct Line shares smash the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 averages. Is it the ultimate passive income…

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Will the stock market crash in January?

After a rally, often there can be a stock market crash. There are plenty of reasons to be worried about…

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Should I start 2024 by selling my underperforming Unilever shares?

The days when Unilever shares smashed the FTSE 100 are long gone. After another disappointing year, how should I respond…

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My plan for powerful passive income in 2024

I'm very keen to boost my passive income for 2024 above last year's total. Hence, here are two ways I'm…

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3 super AI stocks to consider for 2024

Artificial Intelligence is likely to be a dominant theme in the stock market again this year. Here, Ed Sheldon highlights…

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How to try and turn a small ISA into £300k, starting in 2024

Edward Sheldon highlights a simple ISA investment strategy that could turn £10k into £300k in a relatively short time.

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Are Rolls-Royce shares still undervalued in 2024?

Stephen Wright thinks Rolls-Royce shares might be a bargain, even after an outstanding 2023. But that isn’t because the stock…

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2 top UK value stocks for 2024

Stephen Wright has found two stocks he thinks are firmly in value territory to kick off 2024. One is a…

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2 growth stocks that could crush the market in 2024

Stephen Wright has his eye on two quality growth stocks he thinks can outperform in the year to come. No…

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How I’d invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA to build wealth for the long term

Stephen Wright thinks a Stocks and Shares ISA is the way to build long-term wealth. But there are some rules…

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Best British shares to consider buying in January

We asked our writers to share their ‘best of British’ stocks to buy this month, including an 'Ice' recommendation!

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7.6% yield! But can I REALLY trust dividend forecasts for Lloyds shares?

Royston Wild is impressed by the dividend yields on Lloyds Banking Group shares. But is the UK stock really a…

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Could 2024 be the year to aim for a million?

Our writer thinks he could use a long-term investing approach to aim for a million. Here's what he'd do --…

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How to find the best stocks to buy for 2024

When looking for top stocks to buy, Edward Sheldon focuses on a few key factors. He also has a few…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest in Aviva shares for £100 in monthly passive income

Our writer just bought this insurer's shares for passive income, but how many would he need to aim for £1,200…

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How I’m finding the best growth shares to buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2024

With only a few months to take advantage of the current Stocks and Shares ISA limit, our writer's preparing a…

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