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Is Diageo the ultimate retirement stock?

Premium alcoholic drinks maker Diageo has an impressive financial record, but the stock has issues worth careful consideration.

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No savings? I’d copy these Warren Buffett methods to build wealth

Warren Buffett has amassed a fortune well into the billions from the stock market. Here, this Fool picks out some…

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20% off! Should I buy more Scottish Mortgage shares?

Scottish Mortgage shares have been a superb investment in recent years, and are now looking like they might be undervalued…

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If I’d invested £10,000 in Premier African Minerals (PAF) shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

The Premier African Minerals share price has increased by more than 250% over the past five years. But will operational…

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Big banks accused of ‘profiteering’, but at 44p I’d still buy Lloyds shares like a shot

The big banks have been accused of making outsized profits, but that isn't reflected in Lloyds shares, which continue to…

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Cancer pipeline to power future gains for AstraZeneca shares?

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at AstraZeneca shares after the stock lost £14bn in value on Monday as…

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5 investing lessons these Fools wish they’d learnt on day 1

While not always plain sailing, we at The Motley Fool believe investing is one of the greatest routes that anyone…

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My top 2 FTSE 100 shares to buy in July

Two FTSE 100 stocks stand out as potential winners this month. Our writer outlines why he’d buy them for his…

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FTSE 100 half-year report

The FTSE 100 has made barely pedestrian progress so far this year. Here are the sectors and stocks that have…

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How I’d drip feed £350 a month into growth stocks to help me retire early

Jon Smith explains how he thinks he can build up a large investment pot by being disciplined and putting away…

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2 FTSE 250 dividend shares I’d buy for £1,640 of annual passive income!

The FTSE 250 is packed with top stocks that could offer spectacular passive income. Here's why I'm aiming to buy…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in BP shares 1 year ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

BP shares have risen over the past few years, but progress has stalled in 2023. So, how much would I…

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Is Unilever the ultimate retirement stock?

Unilever’s valuation is lower than it was and the dividend is attractive. But are the risks worth taking for retirement…

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1 stock near its 52-week low to consider buying now

This stock has multi-bagged before and could do so again. But is it one to buy now, or one to…

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Here are 2 UK shares I own to boost my passive income stream!

Sumayya Mansoor explains why she added these two UK shares to her holdings to boost her wealth, specifically her passive…

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What 5% interest rates mean for passive income investors

What should passive income investors look for in stocks to buy? Stephen Wright thinks strong balance sheets are crucial and…

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Here’s 1 FTSE 100 stock I’d snap up and hold

Sumayya Mansoor details a FTSE 100 blue chip stock she currently likes the look of and explains why she would…

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How is Fundsmith performing in 2023?

Last year, Fundsmith lost money for investors. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at how the popular global equity fund is performing…

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I generated a 16% return across my ISA and SIPP in the first half of 2023. Here’s how

Edward Sheldon’s ISA and SIPP produced double-digit gains in the first half of the year, beating the FTSE 100 index…

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No savings at 35! Could Scottish Mortgage shares help me make a million?

Scottish Mortgage shares have had a bumpy year and the fund's managers have a lot to prove. Yet I still…

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No savings at 40? I’d follow this investing method to bank a second income

Jon Smith explains his method to set out a second income from day one, while also aiming for a growing…

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This FTSE 100 stock looks dirt cheap

This year has been a challenging one for firms on the FTSE 100. One stock, though, looks like it might…

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Warren Buffett has $151bn in this stock. Should I buy it for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

A $151bn stake shows just how much Warren Buffet believes in this American company. Should I join him and open…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks that look like bargains. Am I buying?

A middling 2023 for FTSE 100 stocks has made some start to look surprisingly cheap. Here are two that might…

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Aviva shares yield 8%+. Should investors buy?

Aviva shares currently sport a monster dividend yield. Should investors buy the insurance stock for passive income, or is this…

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Is it time for me to buy this star dividend stock at a knockdown price?

Down over 15% from its March high, but at the top of the dividend table and with rising investor inflows,…

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Have no doubt about it: AI stocks are in a bubble

Almost everyone may want to own AI stocks at the moment, but this Fool sees echoes of the dotcom bubble…

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Could this development send Tesla shares into overdrive?

Tesla shares have almost tripled in value since the turn of the year. Dr James Fox explores whether this new…

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Why British investors should consider buying US stocks

Does it make sense to confine oneself to the UK market? Our writer doesn't think so. In fact, he think…

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Best British value stocks to buy in July

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top value stocks they’d buy in July, all four listed on the…

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How to turn a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA into a £780 monthly passive income

A Stocks and Shares ISA can be an excellent vehicle for earning additional income. Our writer shares his approach to…

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Here’s the Rolls-Royce dividend forecast for the next THREE years!

Dividends are forecast to return for owners of Rolls-Royce shares next year. Does this make the FTSE 100 stock a…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend shares I’m avoiding in July!

These FTSE 100 income shares offer yields that soar above the index's 3.8% forward average. So why won't our writer…

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Is FTSE 100 company National Grid a no-brainer stock for dividend investors?

There’s no denying National Grid’s high yield and consistent dividend record, but the stock presents investors with a dilemma.

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How to turn a £20k ISA into a second income of £10k a year!

Earning a large second income from a year of maximum ISA contributions takes time, but here's how I'd aim for…

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Why Warren Buffett might start buying Tesla shares

Warren Buffett has always avoided Tesla shares in the past. So why does Stephen Wright think the Oracle of Omaha…

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Directors at this FTSE 250 company just spent £800k on stock

Edward Sheldon highlights director dealing activity at a FTSE 250 company. Is the stock worth buying on the back of…

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7.7% and 6.6% yields! 2 of the best dividend stocks to buy this July

These UK shares offer forward dividend yields far above the FTSE 100 average. I believe they're two of the best…

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The largest FTSE 100 stock just fell 8%! Should investors buy?

The biggest FTSE 100 stock by market capitalisation fell 8% in yesterday's trading. Could this be a buying opportunity for…

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Vodafone shares are near 52-week lows and yield 10%+. Should I buy?

Right now, Vodafone shares sport an enormous, 10%+ dividend yield. Is this a great passive income investment opportunity or a…

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