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1 dividend stock I’m buying for lifelong passive income

With the FTSE 100 near record highs, where can dividend investors look for bargains? Stephen Wright has an idea for…

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7 shares that Fools have been buying!

Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying shares in these equities in recent weeks.

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Are these 6.8% yielding UK shares a value trap?

Looking around UK shares he can buy for his portfolio, our writer considers one he already owns. Is its yield…

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Why do I keep investing in this FTSE 100 stock?

James McCombie keeps buying FTSE 100 stock Diageo. He describes how it ticks all the boxes for growth, quality, income,…

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How I’d invest £200 a month in stocks to target £24,000 in annual passive income

Investing little and often in the stock market can yield huge passive income returns in the long term. Here's how…

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Earnings: is the NatWest share price cheap, after bumper profits?

Following higher profits than at any time since the banking crisis, I wonder if the NatWest share price is among…

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If I could only own 1 UK stock, it would be this

The list of potential investments I could make in the market is enormous. But what would be the one UK…

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If I’d invested £1k in BT shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

BT shares have had a rough ride for five years or more. But I'm sorely tempted by today's low valuation…

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2 stocks dividend investors should consider now

These two stocks offer dividend investors a decent level of yield as well as the potential for growth in the…

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Is a booming stock market a good time to start buying shares?

Despite the FTSE 100 hitting new highs, this writer has been buying shares. He'd consider doing the same even if…

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Small-Cap Shares

2 small-cap shares that could supercharge my 2023 profits

Jon Smith writes about two small-cap shares that might not get much coverage, but he feels could still be a…

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Dividend Shares

I’d drip-feed £500 a month into dividend shares to try for a million

I think that investing regularly in FTSE dividend shares using a tax-free ISA gives me the best shot at building…

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Can the Lloyds share price sustain its recent rally?

The Lloyds share price has performed strongly in recent months. Christopher Ruane considers what may happen next, ahead of next…

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Does a record high FTSE 100 mean it’s time to sell?

This week, the FTSE 100 has sailed past the 8,000 level for the first time in history. What does that…

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How much are Centrica shares worth?

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Centrica shares after the British Gas owner posted headline-grabbing record profits on…

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Why the FTSE 100 is making record highs

The FTSE 100 has been making fresh high after fresh high. Can it really be wise to invest when the…

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How I’d invest £200 a month to target a £1,000 passive income

Investing in quality dividend shares is a great way to earn regular and reliable passive income. Here’s where I'd start…

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How hot dividend stocks could make me £750 a month in income

Jon Smith talks through how to find the sweet spot of dividend yields and how this could enable him to…

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Why the Aviva share price could get back to 800p

The Aviva share price hasn't been near 800p for almost 16 years, but here's why I think conditions are changing…

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1 penny stock I’m buying now

CuriosityStream is a US company with great potential. Let’s take a deeper dive below to see why I'm buying more…

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As the FTSE 100 passes 8,000, is the stock market in La-La Land?

Breaching 8,000 points this week, the FTSE 100 continues to shrug off recessionary fears. The question this writer's asking is:…

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Is the Rolls-Royce dividend on its way back?

Will the Rolls-Royce dividend come back when the company reports final results next week? Christopher Ruane is doubtful -- but…

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Bad 2022 results batter Barclays share price — but now it may be a bargain

Barclays’ share price tanked on its 2022 results, but much of the bad news was already known and the outlook…

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3 cheap UK shares I’d buy to help protect my portfolio in a recession

Defensive UK shares can outperform in challenging economic conditions. Our writer explores three stocks he'd buy in a recession.

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Why did Warren Buffett sell his TSMC stock?

Yesterday, TSMC stock slid over 5% on news that Warren Buffett had drastically cut his position. Our writer considers possible…

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7%+ yield and a booming share price! Should I scoop up Taylor Wimpey shares?

With Taylor Wimpey shares gaining fast and offering a juicy dividend yield to boot, could now be the moment for…

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I’d buy 6,477 shares of this stock for £100 in monthly passive income

This stock has one of the highest dividend payouts on the entire FTSE 100. Here’s how I’d take advantage and…

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These UK lithium shares have jumped over 50% already in 2023! Time to buy?

Christopher Ruane has been hunting for lithium shares to buy for his portfolio. Could this penny stock with some exciting…

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Lloyds shares are up over 10% in 2023! Is it time to buy?

Lloyds shares have had a strong start to 2023. Here, this Fool explains why he's looking to add to his…

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If I’d invested £500 in easyjet shares 3 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

If our writer had bought easyjet shares three years ago this week, a recent price rally wouldn't have been enough…

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Earnings: time to buy Centrica shares after bumper profits?

After a few years of falling profits, Centrica shares have been on an upwards run. That's now been cemented by…

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Can the London Stock Exchange share price multi-bag again?

During my investing career, the London Stock Exchange share price has multi-bagged twice. Can it do so again from today's…

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Growth Shares

2 reasons why IAG stock could hit 200p this year

Jon Smith explains how both lower costs and higher revenue could boost IAG stock due to larger profits being generated…

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3 cheap FTSE 100 shares with 7%+ yields

As the leading UK stock index hits new highs, Christopher Ruane highlights a trio of FTSE 100 shares with generous…

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Down 28%! Could Scottish Mortgage shares turn around in 2023?

Scottish Mortgage shares have had a bruising year. Christopher Ruane explains why he thinks they offer value and would happily…

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Warren Buffett has just bought or sold these 4 stocks. What should I do?

Jon Smith reviews the latest actions from Warren Buffett, noting a surprising share sale and also his buying more of…

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As the FTSE breaks 8,000, here’s how I’m sniffing out cheap shares

The FTSE 100 hitting its all-time high doesn’t mean shares are overvalued. Here’s how I’m looking for cheap shares to…

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Down 8% in a day! What’s going on with the Barclays share price?

The Barclays share price crashed 8% yesterday. Our writer examines the reasons behind the fall, and considers whether he should…

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The FTSE 100 has just reached 8,000! When will it hit 9,000?

Yesterday, for the first time, the FTSE 100 broke through the 8,000 barrier. Here's why I think the rally still…

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I’ve been loading up on Alphabet stock while it’s cheap

Christopher Ruane has been buying Alphabet stock for his portfolio lately. Here's why he reckons it could turn out to…

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