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If I’d invested £500 in Apple shares 2 years ago, here’s how much money I’d have now

Apples shares are one of Warren Buffett's favourite investments. But how much money would I have now if I'd invested…

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Scottish Mortgage shares could be rewarding. How’s the risk?

Our writer thinks buying Scottish Mortgage shares for his portfolio might turn out to be rewarding. But he also sees…

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How I’d invest £200 a month in UK shares to make a £20,570 passive income for life

Investing a small amount of money each month can lead to a surprisingly large stream of passive income in the…

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Can investors afford to miss this future FTSE 100 5% yielder?

This boring FTSE 100 business is delivering double-digit dividend growth. And it seems investors haven't taken notice.

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Why I’d ditch buy-to-let and follow Warren Buffett’s investment tips instead

Following the recent tax changes, adopting Warren Buffett's investing strategy in 2023 could generate better returns than buy-to-let.

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A surging ex-penny stock I’d buy for the electric vehicle revolution

This under-the-radar business is quietly surging on the back of the booming EV market. So much so, it's no longer…

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No savings at 40? Target a million by investing £165 a week in cheap UK shares

Investing money in cheap UK shares regularly can significantly boost a retirement fund. It could even build a million pound…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is climbing! Could I double my money?

The Rolls-Royce share price has had a cracking few months. Is it the start of a sustainable bull run, or…

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9 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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Growth Shares

Warren Buffett: TSMC stock is set to be his biggest winner

Warren Buffett recently invested in a large chunk of TSMC stock. So, here's why I think it'll be his biggest…

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Should I add the VUSA ETF to my Stocks and Shares ISA?

Adding the VUSA ETF to my Stocks and Shares ISA would give it exposure to US stocks, in particular, big…

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How investors can make a passive income with just £7 a day!

Investors don't need to break the bank to make decent returns. Even a handful of coins saved each day can…

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Ocado shares have halved. Why am I still not buying?

Today, Ocado shares are half the price of a year ago. But Christopher Ruane explains why he isn't adding them…

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

After the most geopolitically tense year in recent memory, Gordon Best explores the return he'd have made from buying BAE…

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Growth Shares

If inflation has peaked, these are the FTSE 100 stocks I’ll snap up

Jon Smith mulls over the recent inflation data release and identifies some FTSE 100 stocks that should benefit this year.

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Investing Articles

Rolls-Royce’s share price has rocketed! Have I left it too late to buy?

The airline industry's recovery has powered Rolls-Royce's share price to its highest since early 2022. But can it continue to…

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VUSA shares: why I’d buy this ETF today

VUSA shares provide UK investors with exposure to the US S&P 500 index. Roland Head explains why he's keen to…

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2 cheap UK shares I’d buy now for a second income in 2023

Dreaming of a second income? Our writer examines two FTSE 100 shares in his portfolio that offer index-beating dividend yields.

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Dividend yields of up to 7.4%! Should I buy these FTSE 100 shares for income in 2023?

These UK blue-chip shares all offer dividend yields above the 3.7% FTSE 100 average. Are they too good for investors…

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

Dr James Fox examines whether investing in Glencore shares would have rewarded him over the year and asks where will…

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Is BP still one of the best dividend stocks on the FTSE? I’m not so sure

The FTSE 100 is packed full of top dividend stocks offering generous yields, and this threatens oil giant BP's status…

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Alphabet shares: why I’m buying more in 2023

Matt Cook thinks the future is bright for Alphabet shares and wants to up his investment in 2023.

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Where next for the Lloyds share price? Here are 3 scenarios

This writer thinks the current Lloyds share price might end up offering him good value. So what's holding him back…

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Why I’m preparing now for a 2023 stock market correction

Our writer doesn't know when the next stock market correction will be. That's precisely why he's preparing a shopping list…

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Growth Shares

Deliveroo shares: a FTSE investment for explosive growth

Deliveroo shares are up after a positive Q4 update. With a brighter outlook ahead for the growing FTSE firm, should…

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These dividend shares offer today’s biggest FTSE 100 yields

Does it make sense to invest in the FTSE 100 shares offering the biggest dividend yields? It could be a…

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I’d buy this top investment trust to earn 5% passive income for life

Buying FTSE 100 shares is a great way to help me build passive income for life. This hugely popular investment…

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7.6% dividend yield! Should I buy Persimmon shares for passive income in 2023?

The Persimmon share price currently carries massive dividend yields and ultra-low earnings multiples. Should I buy it for extra income…

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2 FTSE 250 dividend shares I’d buy to hold for 20 years!

I'm searching for the best FTSE 250 stocks to buy for terrific long-term returns. Here are a couple I think…

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Spotlight on FTSE retail stocks

Retailers' updates on Christmas trading are coming thick and fast. And there are opportunities in the retail sector for patient,…

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Value Shares

Burberry shares: the FTSE 100’s best stock to hedge against inflation

The performance of Burberry shares continue to outdo inflation. Here's why I believe it can continue doing so in 2023.

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Here’s why I’m pumped for passive income in 2023

Asset prices took a tumble in 2022, while interest rates surged upwards. This is great news for lovers of passive…

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Cheap dividend shares: a once-in-a-decade chance to get rich?

Charlie Carman analyses whether two FTSE 250 dividend shares that are trading near their 10-year lows could help him get…

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20+ years of growing dividends! 2 cheap FTSE 100 shares I’d buy

Christopher Ruane discusses a pair of FTSE 100 shares that have consistently grown their dividends for several decades -- and…

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Should I keep investing in the FTSE 100?

I am happy to keep investing in the FTSE 100, but I am aware of its strengths and weaknesses, and…

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Can these next-gen dividend heroes provide a passive income for life?

With yields of 8% and growing, the passive income from these up-and-coming dividend heroes could have me laughing all the…

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Tesla stock’s up 19% in 2023! Should I invest?

So far in 2023, Tesla stock has jumped by almost a fifth. Our writer considers the longer-term picture -- and…

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Earnings: why Dr Martens’ share price just crashed

Bootmaker Dr Martens has reported problems with its US business, triggering a share price crash. Should investors buy the dip,…

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1 UK stock I’d buy now and aim to double my money

Stronger earnings ahead and a valuation re-rating could combine to drive this UK stock higher as economies improve in the…

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I’d aim for a million buying just 5 to 10 shares!

To aim for a million, our writer would do less not more! Here's why he's inspired by Warren Buffett to…

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