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No savings? I’d use the Warren Buffett method to target big passive income

| Ben McPoland

This Fool looks at a couple of key elements of Warren Buffett's investing philosophy that he thinks can help him…

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This FTSE 100 hidden gem is quietly taking things to the next level

| Sumayya Mansoor

After making it to the FTSE 100 index last year, Howden Joinery Group looks to be setting its sights on…

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A £20k Stocks and Shares ISA put into a FTSE 250 tracker 10 years ago could be worth this much now

| Alan Oscroft

The idea of a Stocks and Shares ISA can scare a lot of people away. But here's a way to…

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What next for the Lloyds share price, after a 25% climb in 2024?

| Alan Oscroft

First-half results didn't do much to help the Lloyds Bank share price. What might the rest of the year and…

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I’ve got my eye on this FTSE 250 company

| Gordon Best

The FTSE 250's full of opportunities for investors willing to do the search legwork, and I think I've found one…

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This FTSE 250 stock has smashed Nvidia shares in 2024. Is it still worth me buying?

| Paul Summers

Flying under most investors' radars, this FTSE 250 stock has even outperformed the US chip maker year-to-date. Where will its…

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£11k stashed away? I’d use it to target a £1,173 monthly passive income starting now

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones reckons dividend-paying FTSE 100 shares are a great way to build a long-term passive income with minimal effort.

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10% dividend increase! Is IMI one of the best stocks to buy in the FTSE 100 index?

| Kevin Godbold

To me, this firm's multi-year record of well-balanced progress makes the FTSE 100 stock one of the most attractive in…

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I put £5k into a FTSE All-Share tracker fund one year ago. Here’s what I have now

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is thrilled at how well his FTSE All-Share tracker has done over the last 12 months. So why's…

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NatWest, an outperforming dividend stock I’d buy back in a flash

| Dr. James Fox

This dividend stock has massively outperformed the FTSE 100 over the past 12 months. Our writer takes a closer look…

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As the NatWest share price jumps 7% on H1 results, here’s what you need to know

| Alan Oscroft

The NatWest share price had already reached a 52-week high before Friday's H1 results report. And it's now set a…

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Raspberry Pi could become the next Nvidia stock says this broker

| Ben McPoland

One analyst team reckons Raspberry Pi could become a new technology giant. Might we be looking at the next Nvidia…

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This FTSE small-cap stock could rise 75% says one top broker

| Ben McPoland

Our writer takes a look at a very interesting little FTSE stock and considers whether he should add it to…

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How I’d aim to transform an empty ISA into a £30,000 second income

| Mark David Hartley

The key to true financial independence is a second income, and the stock market offers a possible long-term plan to…

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Does the latest earnings report make the Rightmove share price a bargain?

| Stephen Wright

With revenues growing 7%, Stephen Wright thinks investors should listen to Warren Buffett when it comes to the Rightmove share…

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Just released: July’s small-cap stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

We believe the UK small-cap market offers a myriad of opportunities across a wide range of different businesses and industries.

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Investing £10K into this FTSE 100 giant could bag me a second income worth £980

| Sumayya Mansoor

This Fool explains how dividend investing in the right picks could help build a second income stream, as well as…

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The Nasdaq just tanked. Here are 3 US growth stocks to consider for an ISA now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These Nasdaq stocks have a lot of potential in the long run and Edward Sheldon believes they could be worth…

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Potentially 42% undervalued, is this FTSE 100 company a sleeping giant?

| Gordon Best

The FTSE 100 is full of opportunities for the patient investor, and I think I may have found one that…

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AstraZeneca, a mega-cap growth stock that just got cheaper!

| Dr. James Fox

Our writer takes a closer look at this growth stock -- which also happens to be the largest company of…

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How I’d invest £5,000 in FTSE growth stocks right now

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains why she’s bullish about these FTSE growth stocks, and would be willing to buy some shares.

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ITV shares down after revenue guidance cut in first-half interim results

| Mark David Hartley

After releasing results this morning, the ITV share price slumped. But with several metrics looking positive, how will this effect…

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This FTSE 100 stock’s down 50%, and a director just bought 8,000 shares

| Ben McPoland

Directors of this blue-chip company have been snapping up a load of its shares. Should I do likewise and buy…

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The BT share price is far too cheap, analysts say!

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price fell on Thursday 25 July after the company's Q1 results. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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Is this the start of a stock market crash?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Global stock markets are experiencing some turbulence at the moment. Could investors be looking at a major decline in share…

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As the Anglo American share price holds up on H1 results, should I buy?

| Alan Oscroft

Failed takeover attempts and major restructuring all affect the Anglo American share price. Here's what's happening at H1 time.

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Here’s why the Centrica share price is tanking! And is this an opportunity?

| Dr. James Fox

The Centrica share price was down 8% in early trading. Our writer explores whether this is an opportunity for investors.

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The Unilever share price surges! Here’s why it’s topping the FTSE 100

| Dr. James Fox

The Unilever share price surged by more than 5% on Thursday. Our writer takes a closer look at the company's…

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The AstraZeneca share price dips as the company raises full-year guidance!

| Kevin Godbold

AstraZeneca's biopharmaceutical business is delivering ongoing growth, so share price weakness now may be a buying opportunity.

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I think the Next share price should be higher. Here’s why

| Gordon Best

The Next share price has had an impressive year or so, but I think there could still be more growth…

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As the Vodafone share price holds firm on Q1 earnings, I’m tempted to buy

| Alan Oscroft

The Vodafone share price has been sliding for years, but it must bottom out some time, surely? Q1 results show…

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The British American Tobacco share price jumps as it announces £1.6bn worth of share buybacks

| Charlie Keough

The British American Tobacco share price has been boosted after its latest results. This Fool takes a closer look at…

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The Airtel Africa share price is on the move, here’s why

| Gordon Best

As the latest earnings report hits the airwaves, the Airtel Africa share price is on the move. So what's next…

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After an ugly week, I still love this S&P 500 company

| Gordon Best

Nothing moves faster than bad news in the market, and this S&P 500 company saw a huge decline in its…

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Here’s why the Lloyds share price is on the move!

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price has surged in 2024 and the stock is one of the best-performers on the FTSE 100.…

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A dirt cheap FTSE 100 stock I’d consider buying to ride the lithium boom

| Paul Summers

Our writer has been running the rule over a bargain FTSE 100 stock with exposure to a metal that should…

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If I had £5k to invest today, would I buy Tesla stock?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesla stock's pulled back after the company’s second-quarter results. Is now a good time to buy shares in the electric…

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The Unilever share price jumps 7% as the turnaround takes shape. Is it too late to buy?

| Stephen Wright

2024's been a good year for the Unilever share price. But with the business putting up strong results, could there…

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After nosediving 53% in 8 weeks, could this be one of the best AIM stocks to buy right now?

| James Beard

Insiders have taken advantage of the recent fall in the YouGov share price. Our writer considers whether he should do…

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After crashing more than 50% in a year, are these 2 of the FTSE’s best value stocks?

| James Beard

Despite being household names, these two FTSE stocks have more than halved in value since July 2023. Are they now…

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