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3 top value FTSE 100 shares to consider buying right now

| Alan Oscroft

I reckon FTSE 100 shares could be among the best stock market buys anywhere. And risky times are good times…

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If I’d put £10k into Darktrace shares at the start of 2023, here’s how much I’d have now

| Alan Oscroft

It's been one of the boom-and-bust stocks of the past few years. But could Darktrace shares be set for a…

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I’d buy 2,430 shares of this stock for £100 in monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores one recovering healthcare company with a small yield and the potential to propel dividends to new heights…

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Investing For Beginners

2 top equity income funds to consider for an ISA or SIPP

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two equity income funds that have beaten the market over the long run and look capable of…

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares at £2?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have given back some of their gains since peaking a couple of months ago. So, are we looking…

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No savings at 45? I’d buy cheap UK shares to aim for a richer retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in UK shares while they’re cheap can help secure a far more luxurious retirement lifestyle, even when starting later…

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Here’s 1 underrated passive income stock I’d buy and hold!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian is boosting his dividend stream with this overlooked FTSE 250 income stock that looks perfectly positioned to thrive…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Persimmon shares a year ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Persimmon shares are trading just above their 10-year lows. Suffice to say, an investment a year ago wouldn't have been…

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Here are some lessons for young investors from Warren Buffett

| Dr. James Fox

Young investors can learn a lot from Warren Buffett, that's obvious. But one of the most important lessons is taking…

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How I’d invest £1,000 in FTSE 100 stocks as inflation cools

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With inflation slowly easing, Zaven Boyrazian explains how he’d capitalise on discounted FTSE 100 growth stocks throughout October.

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How I’d aim to transform my monthly savings into a second income worth £5k annually

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox explains the investing concept central to wealth creation…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA has slumped, but I’m loving it!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian holds a lot of growth stocks in his Stocks and Shares ISA that have been sold off. But…

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Could Lloyds shares double in value?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have come under pressure in 2023 as interest rates have extended beyond optimal levels. But could they double…

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I’d aim for a million buying only 10 shares

| Christopher Ruane

By taking a long-term approach to investing in the stock market, this writer believes he could realistically aim for a…

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Here’s how I’d use £10 a day to try and build a £10,000 annual second income

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how regularly putting aside a modest sum of money to invest could help him build a sizeable…

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Are cheap UK dividend shares a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

| Matthew Dumigan

With their current affordability and promising yields, our writer explores whether now could be an ideal time to load up…

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Value stocks vs growth stocks: which should I buy for my ISA?

| Matthew Dumigan

In deciding whether to invest in value stocks or growth stocks, our writer looks at individual financial goals, risk tolerance,…

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2 beautiful FTSE 100 bargains I’m hoping to buy in November!

| Royston Wild

I'm building a list of brilliant cheap shares to buy for when I next have cash to invest. Here are…

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FTSE 100 shares have never looked so good! Have I missed the boat with this one?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer explains why FTSE 100 shares are so attractive right now. But, is it too late to buy shares…

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Are we headed for a new stock market crash? Here’s what the experts say

| Alan Oscroft

Has anyone noticed that the experts are always predicting a new stock market crash, but mostly miss them when they…

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Why is the FTSE 100 down this week?

| Alan Oscroft

Why is the FTSE 100 up this week? Why is the FTSE 100 down this week? It gets asked all…

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Here’s what I’ll do if the Lloyds share price falls below 40p

| Harvey Jones

The Lloyds share price fell 2.26% yesterday, double the FTSE 100's drop of 1.17%. If it falls further, there's only…

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I just bought this FTSE 250 defence star as war breaks out

| Tom Rodgers

With conflicts breaking out in Europe and the Middle East, one FTSE 250 defence growth stock stands out above the…

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Yielding close to 4%, here’s one rock-solid passive income stock!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains why she’s bullish on this passive income stock with its excellent fundamentals and solid yield.

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What’s going on with the boohoo share price?

| Gordon

Investor's in boohoo have had a rough ride in the last few years, but is the worst now over, or…

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Why the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) share price has been soaring

| Kevin Godbold

Despite strong progress already, the clever business behind InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) could drive the share price higher. 

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If I’d invested £10k in Rolls-Royce shares at the start of 2023, here’s what I’d have today

| Muhammad Cheema

Rolls-Royce shares have been on a terrific run in 2023. Muhammad Cheema takes a look at how justified this is…

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2 exceptional FTSE 250 shares I’d buy to ride the next stock market boom

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers picks out two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks he thinks could deliver serious gains as and when market sentiment…

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5 world-class UK stocks I’d buy today and hold for decades

| Harvey Jones

Today's troubles present a great opportunity to buy cheap UK stocks with the aim of holding them for years. I…

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Are these FTSE 100 stocks too good to miss?

| Charlie Keough

This Fool has these three FTSE 100 stocks on his watchlist. As he considers buying them, are they simply too…

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Is now the time to buy cheap Rolls-Royce shares for dividend income?

| Royston Wild

City forecasts expect Rolls-Royce to start paying dividends again from next year and to grow them rapidly. Should I snap…

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Here’s the 2-year dividend forecast for easyJet!

| James Beard

easyJet has updated its policy for rewarding shareholders. Our writer considers what this means for the airline's dividend forecast.

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Forget gold! I’d follow Warren Buffett to try and retire early!

| Christopher Ruane

By learning from legendary investor Warren Buffett, this writer believes he could try to improve his wealth, investing in firms…

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Overlooked? Are Crest Nicholson shares the cheapest among housebuilders?

| Dr. James Fox

Crest Nicholson shares are among the worst-performing in the sector and that's saying something. However, I'm started to feel they're…

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How can I earn a £500 monthly passive income by investing in UK stocks?

| Matthew Dumigan

By focusing on dividend stocks and investing for the long term, our writer shares how they'd go about building a…

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Will Scottish Mortgage shares hit £10 again?

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares have experienced an unfortunate fall from grace, halving in value. Will the stock ever see £10 again?

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Growth Shares

Oil to $100? These FTSE 100 firms could be ready to surge

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith outlines some FTSE 100 stocks in the commodities space and some more unusual areas that could gain from…

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These growth stocks are geared for giant gains!

| Oliver Rodzianko

Oliver Rodzianko owns a portfolio largely driven by growth stocks. He discusses why these top picks are geared for greatness.

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Up 26% in a year, here’s a growth stock investors should consider snapping up

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor takes a closer look at this exciting growth stock. Its share price has been on the up recently…

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How I’d invest £250 per month to aim for a £10,600 second income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright doesn't want to rely on the State Pension to fund his retirement. Instead, he’s looking to earn a…

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