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Investing Articles

One unmissable FTSE 250 stock on my radar right now

| Andrew Mackie

As this FTSE 250 company’s share price languishes in the doldrums, this Fool believes he has spotted a long-term growth…

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How I’d invest £17,000 to aim for £6,000 in annual passive income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks a £17,000 lump sum could turn into a £6,000 passive income stream with time, patience, and care.…

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Down 40%, this FTSE 100 share looks cheap to me

| Harshil Patel

It might sound like a crazy time to invest in a UK housebuilder, but our writer has been investigating a…

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Should I buy more of this FTSE 100 stock before it’s too late?

| John Fieldsend

This FTSE 100 stock is the biggest riser on the index in the last month. Should I buy more shares…

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Investing Articles

I’d forget buy-to-let! These 5 property investments all yield more than 7%

| Kevin Godbold

When it comes to property, real estate investment trust (REIT) stocks have crashed and are candidates for a long-term portfolio. 

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Which of these dirt-cheap FTSE 100 shares should investors buy for passive income?

| Royston Wild

These UK shares trade on low earnings multiples and boast market-beating dividend yields. But which of them could be an…

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Investing For Beginners

Down 36% from 2023’s high, this FTSE 100 stock looks cheap to me

| Mark Tovey

I'm bullish on Fresnillo, the FTSE 100 precious metals miner. The stock looks cheap, giving leveraged exposure to the gold…

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Investing Articles

With Alphabet stock running out of steam, is it time to buy?

| John Choong

Alphabet stock experienced a respectable rise of 40% from its March lows. But with the shares trading sideways since May,…

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If I’d invested £2,000 in Shell shares during the pandemic, here’s how much I’d have now

| John Fieldsend

Since the start of the pandemic, Shell shares have been on a truly terrific run. Here’s what a £2,000 stake…

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Should investors buy London Stock Exchange Group shares today?

| Charlie Carman

London Stock Exchange Group shares have risen 78% over five years and they offer a handy dividend too. Can investors…

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This FTSE 100 giant is on sale! Should I buy some shares?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor takes a closer look at this FTSE 100 stalwart and believes the shares could be too good to…

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Here’s why I class this blue chip as an exciting value stock!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor breaks down this well-known business that she believes falls firmly in the territory of a value stock opportunity…

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Investing Articles

Will H1 results send Rolls-Royce shares flying higher?

| Alan Oscroft

Full-year results for 2022 gave Rolls-Royce shares a big boost. As we approach the end of the first half in…

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Investing Articles

Interest rates at 5%! Is this a rare opportunity to build a lifelong second income?

| John Fieldsend

It’s been 15 years since interest rates were this high. Should I use this rare opportunity to work towards a…

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Investing Articles

3 reasons to buy cheap Lloyds shares today

| Alan Oscroft

Lloyds Banking Group shares look cheap to me right now. But I reckon it takes a lot more than that…

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Investing Articles

How the FTSE All-Share index can help investors become ISA millionaires

| Kevin Godbold

The FTSE All-Share index has produced more multi-bagging stocks than America’s stock market and it may continue to outperform.

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At 900p, are BAE Systems shares still one of the FTSE 100’s best buys?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BAE Systems shares have smashed the Footsie over the last two years. Are they still a good investment today? Edward…

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UK shares are the cheapest in the world! I can’t buy enough of them

| Harvey Jones

Morgan Stanley reckons UK shares are the cheapest in the world and I agree. This is why I'm buying up…

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This 9.5%-yielding dividend stock looks a hidden gem in the FTSE 100

| Simon Watkins

Overlooked by many small investors, this star dividend stock yields 9.5%. It has a great business plan, and at 17%…

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Growth Shares

If I’d spent £5k on this top penny stock in 2003 I’d have £642k today

| Harvey Jones

Sadly, I didn't buy this penny stock 20 years ago, but those who did have made fortunes. Yet I still…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Glencore shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Stephen Wright

Glencore shares have fallen by 21% over the last 12 months. But Stephen Wright thinks that there’s more to this…

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Here’s what our Fools expect from the stock market in H2 2023

| The Motley Fool Staff

A look-ahead to the next six months in the stock market -- while retaining a long-term investing perspective, of course!

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Investing Articles

These FTSE 250 shares have quietly rocketed!

| Paul Summers

Look beyond the performance of the index and plenty of FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks have been on fire. Our writer…

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2 of the best dividend stocks to buy for passive income right now!

| Royston Wild

I've bought more shares in this dividend aristocrat. And I think this other income hero will be another great stock…

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Investing Articles

At under £10, is the Persimmon share price in bargain territory?

| Harshil Patel

It’s a rocky time for UK’s housing market. Our writer looks at the falling Persimmon share price and considers if…

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Investing Articles

Turning an empty ISA into a second income of £40k a year!

| Charlie Carman

Earning a second income is a key objective for many stock market investors. Here's how our writer would aim for…

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Investing Articles

Here’s the Airtel Africa dividend forecast for the next 2 years!

| Royston Wild

Airtel Africa shares have a P/E ratio of below eight times. They also carry large dividend yields based on current…

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Investing Articles

If I was down to my last £50 to invest, I’d buy this growth stock

| Mark Tovey

Softening sales reset expectations for this growth stock, but solid financials make Watches of Switzerland a sound buy for my…

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Here’s how many National Grid shares I’d need to buy for a £100 monthly income!

| Charlie Carman

National Grid shares have a solid dividend history and currently offer a higher yield than the FTSE 100 average, but…

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Investing Articles

Is Meta stock worth buying with the launch of Threads?

| John Choong

Meta stock has risen by a monumental 135% this year. With the new launch of its new app, Threads, can…

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Insiders are buying shares in this FTSE 250 stock! Should I buy some too?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor takes a closer look at this FTSE 250 stock and delves deeper into the insiders that have been…

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Growth Shares

3 points to watch for Rolls-Royce shares ahead of half-year results

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith previews the upcoming earnings release and specifically digs into points that could impact Rolls-Royce shares.

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This dividend stock is a no-brainer to boost passive income!

| Sumayya Mansoor

This dividend stock has an enticing yield and the shares look cheap. Could it be a good addition to our…

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Investing Articles

4 reasons why I’m avoiding cheap Lloyds shares!

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price has fallen sharply since the start of 2023. But I'm not readying myself to invest in…

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Investing Articles

How to pocket a share of £120bn from FTSE 100 stocks

| Alan Oscroft

Think FTSE 100 stocks are set for a tough year with dividends under pressure in 2023? It might just be…

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Growth Shares

3 reasons why everyone is talking about Centrica shares right now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith flags up new deals and a positive AGM update as some of the reasons why Centrica shares are…

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2 shares I’d buy instantly during a stock market crash

| Ben McPoland

Many investors keep a shopping list of shares they'd like to buy during a stock market crash. Here are the…

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Investing Articles

I’d buy this unloved FTSE 100 stock and hold it for 10 years

| Ben McPoland

The share price of this FTSE 100 firm is the same now as it was in 2019. Yet its fundamentals…

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Investing Articles

Has the IDS share price created the value opportunity of the decade?

| Kevin Godbold

Royal Mail owner International Distribution Services (IDS) may be on the cusp of a turnaround and the share price could…

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Investing Articles

Down 26%, is it time to buy this high-dividend FTSE 100 bank?

| Simon Watkins

With an 11%+ dividend last year, a strong balance sheet, government support, and down 26% from February, is it time…

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