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Saving for retirement? I’d buy UK value stocks for lifelong passive income!

Interest rates are higher, but savings accounts still lag what UK value stocks can potentially offer patient investors. Zaven Boyrazian…

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Investing Articles

If I could buy 2 cheap shares in December, I’d pick these

Identifying cheap shares can be difficult. But there are two stocks in the FTSE 100 that look significantly undervalued to…

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How much do I need to invest in income shares to earn £1k a month?

Zaven Boyrazian outlines how large a portfolio needs to be to earn an extra £1,000 a month from dividends and…

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£6,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into £515 a month of passive income

Reinvesting the dividends paid from high-yielding stocks into more high-paying shares can generate significant passive income over time.

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Best British shares to consider buying in December

We asked our writers to share their ‘best of British’ stocks to buy this month, including two 5%+ yielders!

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4 penny stocks I’d love to buy for my Xmas stocking!

I'm hoping to buy these top penny stocks when I next have the opportunity. I think they could be some…

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Why I believe the lagging FTSE 250 is a rare opportunity to buy cheap shares now

The FTSE 250 is showing some attractive numbers and they suggest some cracking value among businesses listed in the index.

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Investing Articles

Is this FTSE 250 TV giant one of the best opportunities on the market right now?

A staple name among UK television lovers, this FTSE 250 stock has fallen substantially. Is it time to buy the…

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Could this 2.5% yielding penny stock soar in 2024 and beyond?

This penny stock has struggled throughout 2023 but could the new year provide it with a much needed positive momentum…

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Investing Articles

With £500 I’d start a passive income portfolio with these UK shares

Owning shares in an established business can be a great source of passive income. And Stephen Wright thinks now is…

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Investing Articles

I’d buy these FTSE 100 and small cap stocks in 2024 to target a second income!

This FTSE share offers a 6% dividend yield and trades on a rock-bottom P/E ratio. Here's why I'll buy it,…

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Investing Articles

Here’s one excellent FTSE 100 value stock investors should consider buying

Sumayya Mansoor explains why this packaging giant is currently in value stock territory and should be on investors radars.

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Investing Articles

Here’s how much I’d need to invest in dividend shares for £500 a month in passive income

Our writer explores how much he’d need to invest in FTSE 100 dividend shares to generate an attractive second income…

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Investing Articles

The Rolls-Royce share price won’t stop rising. Am I missing out by not buying?

It's been an exceptional year for the Rolls-Royce share price and this Fool fears he's been missing out. But is…

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Dividend Shares

An 8%+ yield? I need to be careful with this dividend forecast

Jon Smith explains why the dividend forecast for a stock is appealing, but it doesn’t necessarily tell the full story…

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2 UK gold stocks I’d buy as bullion prices hit new record highs!

These gold stocks are soaring as prices of the precious metal take off again. Here's why I'd add them to…

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These two FTSE 100 stocks are on the rise – is now the time to buy?

As the mining sector enjoys a boost from China, this Fool UK contributor has his eye on two promising FTSE…

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These 2 FTSE 250 shares have been soaring! Should I buy them right now?

These two FTSE 250 shares have posted strong performances in the last year. Here, this Fool explores if now is…

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Investing For Beginners

How much do I need to invest to make a living from the stock market?

Jon Smith considers not only how he could make a living from the stock market but also the numbers needed…

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Investing Articles

Forget savings accounts, here’s how Warren Buffett can make me richer

Warren Buffett is one of the best teachers in the investing world. So, here's how I can channel the Oracle…

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Investing Articles

Could the 7.6% Aviva dividend yield grow in 2024?

Our writer explains why he's attracted by the Aviva dividend and considers whether the insurance share may merit a place…

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I’d target these shares in 2024 for a second income

As we head towards a brand new year, this Fool is targeting shares that will generate him a second income.…

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Growth Shares

UK investors should consider buying this beaten-up FTSE 100 stock before 2024

A top UK fund manager is buying this battered FTSE 100 stock. And Edward Sheldon thinks investors should consider doing…

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £10,000 in NIO shares 4 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

NIO shares are selling for just $7 today after losing a big amount of value over the last couple of…

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Lloyds shares may be cheap, but I think other banking stocks offer better value

Lloyds shares appear cheap compared to historical levels. But the valuations of other FTSE 100 banks look more attractive to…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy this fallen FTSE 100 passive income star for 2024?

This FTSE 100 heavyweight pays high dividends, looks very undervalued, and should benefit from China’s ongoing recovery in 2024.

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Investing Articles

Could the Scottish Mortgage share price boom in 2024?

There are a few things in 2024 that could act as catalysts for a major recovery in the Scottish Mortgage…

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Small-Cap Shares

The Petrofac share price just crashed to record lows! Should I buy?

Petrofac’s share price just tanked and a lot of investors have been buying the dip. Here, Edward Sheldon takes a…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how I’d target £450 a month in passive income from FTSE 100 dividend shares

Owning a basket of dividend-paying shares can offer a generous amount of passive income. Our writer explores where to start…

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Investing Articles

I’m hunting down top growth stocks. Should I buy Bunzl?

Oliver Rodzianko always looks for shares he believes are best-in-class. He reckons Bunzl is up there with the best UK…

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Investing Articles

How much must I invest in Tesco shares to earn income of £1,000 a year in 2024?

Tesco shares have given investors a winning combination of dividend income and share price growth lately. Should I buy them?

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Investing Articles

Should I sell underperforming Fundsmith Equity or can Terry Smith beat the world again?

Terry Smith's investment vehicle Fundsmith Equity is heading for a second year of underperformance. Is it time to bail out?

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2 quality growth stocks I’m looking to buy in December

Stephen Wright thinks two growth stocks could be great investments for 2024. One is a FTSE 100 conglomerate, the other…

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Investing Articles

Does today’s beaten down Scottish Mortgage share price make it a no-brainer buy?

The crashing Scottish Mortgage share price has marred many a portfolio. Now there's talk of a recovery. Am I in?

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If I could only buy 1 more FTSE income stock in December, I’d grab this ultra-high-yielder

I think I can afford to buy one more FTSE 100 income stock before the end of the year. My…

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I think these are my best growth shares to buy with £1,000

Jon Smith talks through some shares to buy that he likes for next year, with a particular focus on retail…

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2 terrific cheap shares I’d snap up before it’s too late!

Our writer wants to capitalise on cheap shares now before any potential market rally and identifies a couple of stocks…

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Investing Articles

While the US stock market booms, the FTSE 100 lags behind. Or does it?

In November, global stock markets had their best month in over three years. Meanwhile, the UK's Footsie keeps falling further…

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What should I buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2024?

From 6 April 2024, UK adults qualify for a new Stocks and Shares ISA allowance of £20,000. But what assets…

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Could this FTSE 100 stock be like buying Apple shares in 2009?

Investors who bought Apple shares after a 100% gain in 2009 have done pretty well for themselves. Could FTSE 100…

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