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Enough is enough! This world-class FTSE 100 share is on sale and I’m buying

| Ben McPoland

This well-known FTSE 100 share has stalled over the last four years but still appears to offer amazing value going…

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A cheap FTSE 100 stock I’ll be avoiding in October!

| Royston Wild

The Tesco share price has picked up some solid momentum since August. Should I consider buying this cut-price FTSE 100…

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8% dividend yield! Is the Aviva share price the FTSE 100’s best bargain?

| Alan Oscroft

The Aviva share price remains low, and the latest acquisition news hasn't moved it. But just look at the size…

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Dividend Shares

If I invest in the entire stock market, how much passive income could I make?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith looks at the potential yield from buying an entire index for income, but explains why being selective in…

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1 exciting 47p penny stock I’m buying in October

| Ben McPoland

The company behind this penny stock is set to grow rapidly over the next two years. But with the shares…

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Dividend Shares

Here are the latest 2023/2024 dividend forecasts for Lloyds, Barclays, and HSBC

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The most recent dividend forecasts for a trio of UK banks suggest there's some substantial income on offer from them…

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Is this dividend stock the best 8%-yielder on the FTSE 100?

| Andrew Mackie

A number of stocks in the FTSE 100 offer market-beating dividend returns but this Fool believes investors should consider this…

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Three reasons why I may buy more of this troubled FTSE 100 oil giant

| Simon Watkins

Short-term management troubles aside, this FTSE 100 giant appears undervalued, recently increased its dividends, and works in a bullish operating…

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I’d snap up top-notch shares while they’re still cheap!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how he identifies cheap shares for his portfolio while managing investment risk in a volatile stock market.

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3 reasons the boohoo share price could soar from here

| Paul Summers

The boohoo share price is near its 52-week low. But holders could be set for an exciting October if guidance…

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5 reasons why I keep on buying stocks and shares

| Cliff D'Arcy

With the FTSE 100 up just 2.3% over the past five years, why on earth do I keep on buying…

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The FTSE 250 fire sale continues! 2 bargain stocks to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 250 continues to offer exciting bargains as the index recovers from last year’s correction. Are these the best…

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With no savings at 30, I’d use the Warren Buffett method to try and get rich!

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett has built a fortune worth $120bn+. Here's how investors, even with no starting capital, can embark on their…

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2 cheap shares to consider for big passive income

| Cliff D'Arcy

In my search for ever-larger passive income, I own shares in these two FTSE 100 firms. They offer market-beating dividend…

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If I’d bought £1,000 of BT shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

BT shares have endured considerable volatility over the last 12 months. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the…

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3 ridiculously cheap shares I’d buy now for mouth-watering passive income

| Ben McPoland

For investors seeking high-yield passive income, the FTSE 100 appears to be the place to be. Here are three shares…

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The BT share price is climbing! Is this a once-in-a-decade chance to make money from it?

| Harvey Jones

It's good to see the BT share price finally showing signs of life, but I'm wondering if this can last…

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How much would I need to invest in LSE stocks to earn a second income of £500 a month?

| Harvey Jones

I'm looking to generate a juicy second income for my retirement by investing in FTSE 100 shares. Setting a realistic…

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How I’d invest a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA today for steady income in 2024

| Harshil Patel

A Stocks and Shares ISA filled with a basket of well-chosen dividend investments can offer reliable and regular income. Our…

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4 undervalued growth stocks worthy of deep consideration!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details several highly-rated growth stocks with significant potential, all of which he's been watching closely.

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These UK stocks are my top 2 holdings! Here are what the charts say about them

| Dr. James Fox

UK stocks still suffer from poor investor sentiment. In turn, this means there are some excellent value-investing opportunities.

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If I’d put £5k in NIO shares at the start of 2023, here’s how much I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

NIO shares dropped quite sharply during September and are now trading for a little over $8. Should I start a…

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Empty Stocks & Shares ISA at 30? Here’s how I’d aim for riches

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks & Shares ISA is an extraordinary vehicle for building wealth over the long run, allowing tax-free capital gains…

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I’d spend less than £12,000 on 434 of these UK shares for a £1,000 yearly passive income

| Christopher Ruane

A four-figure passive income each year by investing a one-off sum below £12,000? Christopher Ruane explains how he could target…

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3 reasons to consider selling Lloyds shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Despite surging profits, Lloyds shares are slowly revealing several concerning weak spots that might warrant selling in the long run.

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£10k in savings? Here’s how I’d target £20k in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores a few of the principles all investors should know if they're aiming to turn their capital…

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£10K in an ISA? I’d snap up these 5 cheap shares!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how, if he had a spare £10K in his ISA, he would spend it on a handful…

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Rolls-Royce shares: reasons to buy vs reasons to avoid

| Andrew Mackie

With the Rolls-Royce share price flying through clear skies, Andrew Mackie assesses the case both for and against buying it.

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£500 to invest? A 5.5% dividend yield gem I’d buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores an out-of-favour FTSE 250 stock that continues to raise its dividend yield, despite rising pessimism from investors.

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Retirement Articles

I just put £3k in my SIPP. Here’s where I’m going to invest it

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon is investing his SIPP in both growth funds and individual stocks in an effort to build up wealth…

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I’d buy 11,950 shares of this 6.3%-yielding FTSE 250 stock for £1k a year in passive income

| Ben McPoland

This FTSE 250 stock has a solid record of paying out rising passive income. Here’s why I would invest in…

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Nothing in the bank? I’d use Warren Buffett’s approach to start building wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett’s investing strategy could help investors build substantial wealth, even starting from scratch. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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I’d stop saving and start investing, aiming for a £1m ISA with FTSE dividend stocks

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how a market correction offers investors countless buying opportunities among the UK’s flagship dividend stocks.

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Should I prepare my ISA for a stock market crash?

| Dr. James Fox

Could a stock market crash be on the cards? Dr James Fox explores whether this is a realistic probability and…

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If I’d invested £5k when the Scottish Mortgage share price peaked, here’s what I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

The Scottish Mortgage share price has collapsed since 2021. Here, Dr James Fox explores whether the stock is investable or…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how I’d target a second income worth £5k a year!

| Dr. James Fox

It may sound unlikely, but it's really possible to generate a second income even when starting with nothing. Dr James…

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If I’d put £10k into Tesla stock 5 years ago, I’d have this much now

| Alan Oscroft

Tesla stock is on the way back up after falling in 2022. Could we be in for another great five-year…

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3 cheap LSE dividend shares to consider buying in October

| Alan Oscroft

Income investors will be eagerly awaiting news from a number of top dividend shares in October. I think these could…

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Dividend Shares

Here’s the dividend forecast for BP shares through to 2025!

| Royston Wild

Oil giant BP offers dividend yields well above the FTSE 100 average, based on current forecasts. So should I buy…

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5 top investment themes for the next decade

| The Motley Fool Staff

As long-term investors here at The Motley Fool, it's natural for us to think about possible future investment themes in…

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