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How much would I need to invest to earn £1,000 in passive income each month?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer walks through the steps he'd take to target a four-figure monthly passive income from investing in the stock…

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The UK stock market’s lagging behind in tech. Could this thriving AIM stock change that?

| Mark Hartley

The UK stock market's full of hidden gems waiting to emerge as the next big thing. Mark David Hartley sees…

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2 dividend shares on my radar in September

| Stephen Wright

Interest rates are sending prices higher, but Stephen Wright thinks there are still opportunities for dividend investors looking for shares…

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My favourite passive income stock’s as cheap as chips and I’d consider buying it now

| Kevin Godbold

This stock's dividend yield is a handy 7.5%, which is ideal income for passive income shareholders to collect while getting…

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Down 35% in days, is this value stock with a P/E of 7.5 an unmissable bargain?

| Ben McPoland

PDD Holdings (NASDAQ:PDD) shares have cratered in August, leaving them on a very low earnings multiple. Should I rush to…

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Analysts expect big dividend jumps from these FTSE 250 income stocks

| Alan Oscroft

These are some of the FTSE 250 stocks I like as I believe they could reward dividend investors strongly in…

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As AstraZeneca reaches a 52-week high, is this still a top UK stock to consider?

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland takes a look at the largest UK stock by market cap to assess whether it might be overvalued…

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I’d buy 2,000 shares of this dividend stock to aim for an extra £200 of monthly passive income

| Alan Oscroft

Here's one blue-chip UK stock 'd buy if I had the cash to spare as I think it could help…

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1 moonshot $5 stock I’m backing to go higher in my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Ben McPoland

This Fool highlights one exciting holding that's in his Stocks and Shares ISA and is the very definition of high-risk,…

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How I’d target a stunning 7% dividend yield from a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is using his Stocks and Shares ISA to build a high and rising dividend income stream. He's aiming…

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This company might just level up my passive income

| Gordon

Plenty of companies have generous dividend yields, but for long-term passive income, I want a company that can tick all…

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Cheap FTSE growth stocks to consider buying in September

| Paul Summers

Having been in the shadows for a while, some of the UK's best growth stocks could be set for stellar…

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Warren Buffett might be selling shares, but he still owns this FTSE 100 stock

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes the share sales at Berkshire Hathaway, but flags one FTSE 100 idea in the portfolio that might…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’ll be watching closely in September

| Paul Summers

We could see a big increase in market activity next month. Paul Summers has got his eye on three FTSE…

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This former penny stock’s already tripled this year – and just landed another SpaceX deal!

| Christopher Ruane

This one-time penny stock's been a 10-bagger in five years. Two big SpaceX deals in a matter of weeks have…

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I wouldn’t touch Nvidia stock with a bargepole right now

| Alan Oscroft

It seems that Nvidia stock's the one everyone is raving about buying, as it beat expectations again. Well, not me,…

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Here’s how many Aviva shares I’d need to live off the passive income

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explains why he'd consider investing in Aviva shares to generate a high-yield passive income stream from his portfolio.

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Potentially 41% undervalued, I like the look of this FTSE giant

| Gordon

These days, investors can afford to be fussy when it comes to picking quality businesses. I may have found a…

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As Warren Buffett turns 94, here are 3 great pieces of his investing wisdom

| Christopher Ruane

As the Sage of Omaha celebrates his 94th birthday, our writer explains a trio of investing principles he uses himself,…

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Here’s how I’d target a second income without taking on a second job

| John Fieldsend

A second job and all the work that goes along with it is one route to earning a second income.…

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This FTSE 250 investment trust’s down 50%! Should I invest in it?

| Ben McPoland

One FTSE 250 trust has dropped sharply over the past three years, leaving this Fool to wonder if he should…

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Billionaire Bill Ackman goes bargain hunting: 2 stocks he bought for his FTSE 100-listed fund

| Ben McPoland

The renowned hedge fund manager behind this FTSE 100 trust has been scooping up these two stocks during the second…

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Just released: August’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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Dividend shares to consider buying while their prices are this cheap

| Alan Oscroft

Dividend shares are becoming more attractive as interest rates fall. But I don't think the market has caught up, and…

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2 defensive FTSE stocks lower risk investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

These defensive FTSE options could offer investors a good entry point to lower risk investments. Our writer breaks them down.

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Could this penny share bounce back thanks to one potential masterstroke?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer reckons this low-key move in the middle of summer could potentially be a masterstroke and boost a penny…

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In case a stock market crash comes, here’s what I’m doing now!

| Christopher Ruane

While our writer sees some reasons for concern in the stock market, he does not know when the next crash…

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Cheap penny stocks to consider buying in September

| Alan Oscroft

I keep looking at my top penny stocks, and I keep finding they've climbed and I missed them. But there…

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I’d invest £20K to bag a second income worth £25K annually!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor breaks down how she would invest in dividend stocks to help her build a second income to enjoy…

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After falling 25% in a month is this mind-blowing FTSE 250 stock in deep value territory?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones thought FTSE 250-listed growth stock Ocado Group looked good value when he bought it in July. It's even…

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Nvidia stock just fell despite smashing targets. Is this a golden opportunity to buy?

| Paul Summers

Nvidia stock has beaten the naysayers and doubters yet again. And yet the share price is in retreat. Would our…

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Up 151%! Should I buy this FTSE 250 stock that just reinstated its dividend?

| John Fieldsend

This FTSE 250 stock has been growing like mad in the last few years. Is it time for me to…

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Two of my favourite FTSE growth stocks are up 9% and 15% this month – time to buy?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones regrets failing to buy these top FTSE 100 growth stocks yonks ago, as they've been flying lately. Is…

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Here’s why the National Grid share price might make it the FTSE 100’s best buy

| Alan Oscroft

The National Grid share price was shaken at FY results time. But has everyone noticed how it's been creeping back…

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With a P/E ratio of 4, is the IAG share price the FTSE’s biggest bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The IAG share price-to-earnings ratio is in the low-single-digits. Our writer explains whether that alone will entice him to buy…

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With orders and earnings shooting higher, is this FTSE 250 stock a buy?

| Kevin Godbold

Although this cheap-looking FTSE 250 stock is cyclical, there's no denying the strength in the underlying business right now.

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How I’d invest £9 a day to target £249 in monthly passive income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how he can grow his passive income by setting aside a small amount each day and buying…

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After a 76% share price crash, is this now a bargain basement growth stock?

| Ben McPoland

This growth stock listed on the Nasdaq index was once trading for $200 but has now pulled back to $47.…

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I think one of this year’s stock market favourites is due a breather. Here’s why

| Gordon

Novo Nordisk has had a tremendous year in the stock market. But as momentum slows, is there potentially a bumpy…

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One growth stock I’m eyeing for September

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer owns this growth share. Its price has halved in the past few months -- so why’s he considering…

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