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3 Warren Buffett tips I think could help me retire in comfort!

Following the strategies of billionaire investor Warren Buffett could help me supercharge my long-term returns. Here's how I plan to…

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3 beaten-down FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in November

Companies not deemed 'recession-proof' by the market have been punished lately. Here are three fallen FTSE 100 stocks I think…

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Here’s how I’d invest £5,000 in FTSE 100 shares to earn a second income

Our writer looks at five top FTSE 100 shares for a reliable passive income. With 6% dividend yields on offer,…

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What on earth is going on with the AstraZeneca share price?

Is recent weakness in the AstraZeneca share price a buying opportunity for me after 10 years of impressive performance?

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Here’s why I’d buy FTSE 100 shares right now

The FTSE 100 is only just edging its way back from the past week's punishment. I see some great buys…

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Up 42% in 3 months! This is the only FTSE 100 stock I’d buy now

With the FTSE 100 on the way up, I'm thinking of buying this stock that's a key player in a…

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3 top FTSE 100 shares to buy and hold

Our writer considers a trio of FTSE 100 shares. He'd use spare funds to buy them for his portfolio as…

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AJ Bell investors are piling into GSK shares! Should I join in?

The battered GSK share price is encouraging healthy dip buying amongst AJ Bell clients. Here's why I’d buy the FTSE…

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ITM Power shares have crashed. Are they a top growth buy now?

ITM Power shares have fallen close to 80% over the past 12 months. With growth shares, that can often provide…

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Does the Vodafone share price fall make it a no-brainer buy now?

The low Vodafone share price means the dividend yield has been boosted to a massive 7.5%. That's one of the…

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AJ Bell investors are selling BP shares! Should I jump in?

Certain investors are falling out of love with the oil sector. BP shares in particular are experiencing some heavy selling.…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Apple stock 3 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

Apple stock is one of Warren Buffett's favourite investments. So, here’s how much I’d have if I’d bought its shares…

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Warren Buffett has billions in Apple shares. Here’s why I disagree with him

Despite his admiration for Warren Buffett, Jon Smith explains one particular problem he has with the legendary investor's current portfolio.

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Hunting for stock market gems? Here are 2 ways I find them

Jon Smith reveals ratios related to debt and cash flow that he's using to try and find good options to…

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Can Rolls-Royce shares recover in 2023?

Rolls-Royce shares have taken a big hit this year, falling around 40%. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether they can…

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3 reasons I’d buy Tesco shares today

Tesco shares have experienced a significant pullback in recent months and Edward Sheldon likes the risk/reward proposition at current levels.

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are selling Lloyds shares! Should I jump in?

Hargreaves Lansdown investors are fleeing from the FTSE 100 bank as the UK economy sinks. Are Lloyds shares now an…

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How I’d find the best shares to buy in 2023

Finding the best shares to buy during volatility is challenging, but can lead to impressive long-term gains. How can I…

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2 FTSE 250 stocks I’m backing to boom in 2023

These FTSE 250-listed stocks have plummeted in value. But our writer is ready to buy more of them for his…

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Down 49%! Are Scottish Mortgage shares undervalued?

Scottish Mortgage shares have shed almost half their value in a year. Could now be the moment for our writer…

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Why I’m keeping my money out of high-yield savings accounts

With accounts offering 5% returns fixed for five years, is it time to look at high-yield savings accounts? Our author…

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Could this be the time to buy growth shares?

Some leading growth shares have tumbled in value lately. But if their growth prospects remain strong, could now be the…

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Here’s how I’d invest £5,000 in income shares to target £300 of dividends annually

Our writer sets out the principles he would apply when buying income shares for his portfolio with a specific dividend…

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2 dirt-cheap UK shares I’ve bought to hold for 30 years!

These UK shares trade on low P/E ratios and offer vast dividend yields. Here's why I bought them for my…

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I’d rather generate passive income from shares than buy-to-let

UK shares generate passive income with a lot less effort than becoming a buy-to-let landlord. And they're much easier to…

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What comes next for Tesco shares,100p or 300p?

Jon Smith considers whether Tesco shares are most likely to head higher or lower from the current share price after…

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Should I buy Woodbois shares following news of record revenues?

The Woodbois share price has fallen again despite the release of more terrific trading news. Is now the time for…

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Have dividend stocks ever looked more attractive than they do today?

Benjamin Graham's Mr. Market looks like he's offering me a decent opportunity to buy cheap dividend stocks to hold for…

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I was told not to invest in stocks right now, especially in the UK – I disagreed

Investors in UK assets have been spooked by the recent increase in uncertainty and volatility. Is this the right time…

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I’m buying cheap shares today, but is this 8% yielder too risky?

The FTSE 100 is down and I'm on the hunt for cheap shares. This stock offers eye-catching dividend income, but…

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IDS shares just crashed! Should I be buying?

IDS shares crashed by more than 10% last week. So, here's why, and whether I'll be buying its stock for…

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As the FTSE 100 tanks, I’m hoovering up bargains

As confidence in stock markets sinks, Andrew Mackie is scouring the FTSE 100 for cheap shares. Two insurance stocks have…

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Should I buy Rio Tinto shares to bank the monster 10% dividend yield?

Rio Tinto shares have a 10% dividend yield. Should I start a position in this FTSE 100 mining giant or…

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I’d buy these top growth stocks that are down over 40% in a year

Jon Smith digs around and find two growth stocks that have fallen sharply in value and that he feels are…

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Should I buy International Distribution Services (Royal Mail) shares while they’re under 200p?

What used to known as Royal Mail shares have tanked recently. Edward Sheldon looks at whether they're worth him buying…

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10%+ yield! Should I buy Taylor Wimpey shares today?

Taylor Wimpey shares have tanked in 2022 and now offer a massive dividend yield. Edward Sheldon discusses whether he'd buy…

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Should I buy easyJet shares now?

easyJet shares are currently trading for just over 300p after starting the year near 600p. Edward Sheldon discusses whether he'd…

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This penny stock is up 100% this year! Is this only the start?

Planned lithium shipments to China have made this penny stock shoot up in price. Is it too late for me…

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5 things to watch on the FTSE 350 on Monday 17 Oct 2022

The FTSE 350 outlook remains jittery...

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At 42p, is now the time to buy Lloyds shares?

Lloyds shares have fallen by 12% this year, yet its profits may be about to surge by double-digits! Is now…

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