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If I’d spent £5k on this top penny stock in 2003 I’d have £642k today

Sadly, I didn't buy this penny stock 20 years ago, but those who did have made fortunes. Yet I still…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Glencore shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

Glencore shares have fallen by 21% over the last 12 months. But Stephen Wright thinks that there’s more to this…

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Here’s what our Fools expect from the stock market in H2 2023

A look-ahead to the next six months in the stock market -- while retaining a long-term investing perspective, of course!

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These FTSE 250 shares have quietly rocketed!

Look beyond the performance of the index and plenty of FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks have been on fire. Our writer…

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2 of the best dividend stocks to buy for passive income right now!

I've bought more shares in this dividend aristocrat. And I think this other income hero will be another great stock…

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At under £10, is the Persimmon share price in bargain territory?

It’s a rocky time for UK’s housing market. Our writer looks at the falling Persimmon share price and considers if…

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Turning an empty ISA into a second income of £40k a year!

Earning a second income is a key objective for many stock market investors. Here's how our writer would aim for…

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Here’s the Airtel Africa dividend forecast for the next 2 years!

Airtel Africa shares have a P/E ratio of below eight times. They also carry large dividend yields based on current…

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If I was down to my last £50 to invest, I’d buy this growth stock

Softening sales reset expectations for this growth stock, but solid financials make Watches of Switzerland a sound buy for my…

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Here’s how many National Grid shares I’d need to buy for a £100 monthly income!

National Grid shares have a solid dividend history and currently offer a higher yield than the FTSE 100 average, but…

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Is Meta stock worth buying with the launch of Threads?

Meta stock has risen by a monumental 135% this year. With the new launch of its new app, Threads, can…

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Insiders are buying shares in this FTSE 250 stock! Should I buy some too?

Sumayya Mansoor takes a closer look at this FTSE 250 stock and delves deeper into the insiders that have been…

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3 points to watch for Rolls-Royce shares ahead of half-year results

Jon Smith previews the upcoming earnings release and specifically digs into points that could impact Rolls-Royce shares.

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This dividend stock is a no-brainer to boost passive income!

This dividend stock has an enticing yield and the shares look cheap. Could it be a good addition to our…

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4 reasons why I’m avoiding cheap Lloyds shares!

The Lloyds share price has fallen sharply since the start of 2023. But I'm not readying myself to invest in…

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How to pocket a share of £120bn from FTSE 100 stocks

Think FTSE 100 stocks are set for a tough year with dividends under pressure in 2023? It might just be…

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3 reasons why everyone is talking about Centrica shares right now

Jon Smith flags up new deals and a positive AGM update as some of the reasons why Centrica shares are…

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2 shares I’d buy instantly during a stock market crash

Many investors keep a shopping list of shares they'd like to buy during a stock market crash. Here are the…

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I’d buy this unloved FTSE 100 stock and hold it for 10 years

The share price of this FTSE 100 firm is the same now as it was in 2019. Yet its fundamentals…

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Has the IDS share price created the value opportunity of the decade?

Royal Mail owner International Distribution Services (IDS) may be on the cusp of a turnaround and the share price could…

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Down 26%, is it time to buy this high-dividend FTSE 100 bank?

With an 11%+ dividend last year, a strong balance sheet, government support, and down 26% from February, is it time…

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Buy 3 dividend shares to turn a £20k ISA into a retirement income of £1,231 a month?

There are plenty of dividend shares to choose from. But I've identified three that could help me achieve a four-figure…

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£20k of savings? Here’s how I’d try to turn that into passive income of £14k a year

FTSE 100 shares can generate huge amounts of passive income, but there's no time to lose. The sooner I invest,…

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Savings rates hit 6%! Should I choose cash over a Stocks and Shares ISA?

It's great to see savers finally get a decent return on cash, but my Stocks and Shares ISA should make…

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How I’d make passive income for life with just £5 a day

Regular dividend investing can be an excellent source of passive income. Our writer explains his method to earn extra cash.

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If I was down to my last £100 to invest, I’d buy this growth stock

Jon Smith explains the growth stock that he'd buy for long-term gains if he was tight on cash and could…

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2 penny stocks (including a 7% dividend yield) I’d buy right now!

I think these penny stocks could be red-hot buys following recent share price weakness. Here's why I'd buy them for…

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Are Rolls-Royce shares getting ready to take off?

Rolls-Royce shares have nearly doubled in price! But is there more upward potential left? Or is the engineering giant at…

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1 FTSE 250 stock to try and beat lingering inflation

The latest inflation figures show the Consumer Price Index at 8.7%. But this FTSE 250 stock keeps on delivering results,…

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Did Warren Buffett make a mistake selling TSMC stock?

In one of his shortest-held stocks, Warren Buffett bought and sold TSMC stock in the span of just nine months.…

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Should I buy this penny share with its 10% dividend yield?

Sumayya Mansoor notes that this penny share has an above-average enticing dividend yield and takes a closer look at it.

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3 high-yield FTSE 100 shares that could be too cheap to miss!

Stock market volatility has turbocharged the value on top UK shares. Here are three excellent high-yield stocks on my radar…

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Is this one of the best stocks to buy for returns and growth?

Sumayya Mansoor is looking for top stocks to buy and delves deeper into this well known FTSE 100 giant to…

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Are BT Group and Rio Tinto the FTSE 100’s greatest bargain shares?

These FTSE 100 shares are effectively 'on sale' following recent price weakness. But are they still too risky for investors…

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2 UK shares to target for passive income

This Fool is looking to generate some extra cash through passive income. Here, he investigates two stocks he'd potentially buy.

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Down 17% from their March high, Aviva shares look a bargain to me

Down sharply from this year's high, paying stellar dividends, and with a great growth plan, I think Aviva shares are…

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I’d buy 13,380 shares of this FTSE 100 stock for £150 monthly income

Jon Smith talks through a FTSE 100 stock that can act as a dividend cash cow to build up a…

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What on earth’s going on with the BT share price?

Are rising interest rates affecting the BT share price and is the 6% dividend attractive given news flow and the…

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Down 13% from its 2023 high, Shell’s share price looks a bargain to me

Shell’s share price is down 13% this year, but a focus on its core businesses and excellent shareholder rewards make…

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I’d buy 11,650 shares of this high-yield wind farm stock for £1,000 a year in passive income

Investing in dividend shares is a tried-and-tested way of generating passive income. Here’s one green energy stock that I’d buy…

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