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3 second income ideas for investors in August 2023!

Investing in dividend stocks can be a good way to earn a second income. Charlie Carman shines a spotlight on…

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2 stocks to buy for supercharged returns!

This Fool is looking for stocks to buy to boost her holdings. Here she takes a closer look at two…

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This FTSE 250 stock could provide a future passive income stream!

With the FTSE 250 packed with hidden gems, could this amazing stock generate a meaningful amount of passive income for…

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Some UK shares are on sale! Here’s one to buy for returns and growth

This Fool noticed that many UK shares look to be trading at discount levels. She notes one that could boost…

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2 of the most hated FTSE 100 shares! Should I buy them in August?

These unloved FTSE 100 shares have sunk in value in recent months. Is now the time for me to add…

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How to kick-start a passive income stream worth £202k in August

Jon Smith talks through the process of building and reinvesting dividends to enable a passive income stream and a growing…

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Here’s 1 value stock primed for growth and returns

Sumayya Mansoor takes a look at this value stock she is eyeing for her holdings. Could it be perfect for…

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Investing For Beginners

Interest rates increase AGAIN. Here’s how I can profit from the FTSE 100

Jon Smith explains how he can still be profitable when investing in FTSE 100 stocks despite the impact of higher…

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Income shares: a once-in-10-years chance to get rich?

Income shares in this country look like an excellent place to grow wealth and to get richer. Here’s why now…

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Why are F&C Investment Trust shares not beating the FTSE All-World index?

F&C Investment Trust shares are down slightly after the company reported that it had failed to beat the benchmark in…

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Rio Tinto shares are down 19% in 6 months. Is this a great buying opportunity?

After a big pullback, Rio Tinto shares look cheap and offer a high dividend yield. Are they a great buy…

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What do higher interest rates mean for the stock market?

The Bank of England has just raised interest rates again. Here, Dr James Fox explains what this interest rate rise…

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Is now the time to be buying lithium stocks?

Lithium stocks have been identified as a sector with enormous potential as EVs grow in use. But is now the…

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7 top FTSE 100 stocks investors have been buying

Judging by the FTSE 100 stocks investors have been buying, there’s optimism about the outlook for economies and the markets.

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Are Lloyds and Natwest shares doomed investments?

Lloyds and Natwest are performing well in an economic climate tilted more towards challenging than booming.

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I’d buy London Stock Exchange Group shares after today’s pullback

London Stock Exchange Group shares have pulled back to the 8,000p level after delivering H1 results. Edward Sheldon sees this…

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Here’s why Rolls-Royce shares could be the FTSE 100’s best growth buy

Rolls-Royce shares have doubled in the past year, and results have only gone and beaten expectations again! Is there more…

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9.1% yield! But is British American Tobacco stock worth the risk?

British American Tobacco stock is forecast to keep delivering hefty dividend payments. Should I invest today for passive income?

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If I’d invested £5,117 in this FTSE 100 stock 15 years ago I’d have £1m today

The FTSE 100 has had some big winners in recent years. This one stock in particular has seen a nearly…

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Is this high-yield stock a no-brainer buy for serious passive income?

High-yield Aviva has sold off non-core businesses, focused on growth, pays stellar dividends, and is trading at a 20% discount…

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Who spotted this Lloyds Banking shares warning sign?

Lloyds Banking shares seem perpetually cheap in terms of valuation, but I’ve noticed a problem and it looks like a…

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Best AIM stocks to buy in August

We asked our writers to share their best AIM-listed stocks to buy for August, featuring three operating in very different…

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Missed Nvidia? These UK stocks could be next in the AI boom!

AI stocks have boomed this year. Many of us wish we'd held Nvidia before the boom, but what's next? Dr…

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BAE Systems shares rise on stunning trading news. Here’s why I’d buy the FTSE share today!

BAE Systems' share price is flying again after the firm upgraded its full-year forecasts. Here's why I'm looking to buy…

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With an activist on board, is it time to buy Dr. Martens shares?

With a strong brand, a share buyback programme, and an activist investor on board, Stephen Wright thinks Dr. Martens shares…

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2 dirt-cheap UK shares to buy for passive income

Seeking powerful passive income, I have tracked down two dividend darlings. One pays 10.2% a year in cash, while the…

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Should I buy this cheap growth stock ahead of the AI revolution?

Could this growth stock be set to soar as the digital revolution continues and the AI revolution is happening? This…

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With a 6% payout, this dividend stock looks like a great opportunity!

This Fool believes this dividend stock could boost her passive income consistently through dividend payments with a yield of 6%.

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Here’s 1 cheap FTSE 100 stock to buy for returns and growth

Sumayya Mansoor takes a closer look at this FTSE 100 stock which looks great value for money as well as…

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NIO stock is on fire! Should I buy while it’s under $15?

NIO stock appears to have got its mojo back as last month it rose more than 50%. Is now the…

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Should I buy high-flying penny stocks Rainbow Rare Earths and Gulf Marine Services?

Last month, these two penny stocks produced huge returns for investors. Are they worth buying now? Edward Sheldon provides his…

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Here’s why Taylor Wimpey shares could be the FTSE 100’s best buy

Taylor Wimpey shares got a boost from a first half that beat expectations. But the price is still way down…

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At 20% down from January, is it time for me to buy Glencore shares?

Glencore shares have dropped 20% since January but great trading capabilities and stellar dividends make them look a bargain to…

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Should investors buy Haleon shares after the company raised its full-year guidance?

Haleon shares could be worth a look after today’s H1 results, says Edward Sheldon. But there are a few risks…

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Forget Rolls-Royce! I’m buying this FTSE 250 stock in August for passive income

Ben McPoland explains why he's planning to invest additional money in this high-yielding FTSE 250 investment trust this summer.

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Thinking about buying RC365 shares? Here are 3 things to know

RC365 shares look interesting due to the fact the company is growing rapidly. But investors need to be aware of…

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Investing For Beginners

Here are the 10 most shorted LSE shares

We run over the most shorted LSE shares at the moment, ranging from FTSE 100 titans to smaller AIM-listed companies.

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Why I remain bullish on the BP share price

Despite a disappointing trading update, Andrew Mackie argues that a number of tailwinds will support the BP share price into…

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Yielding 8.5%, Aviva shares are my top stock pick for August

With the Aviva share price stuck in the doldrums, Andrew Mackie thinks investors should consider buying some for both capital…

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My top 2 FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy in August

With ample investment opportunities around, our writer outlines his favoured Footsie dividend shares for his ISA this month.

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