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How I’d invest £20k in dividend shares to earn a second income

| Harshil Patel

Our writer explores a three-step process he’d use to find and invest in the best dividend shares to produce a…

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After Fernando Alonso’s brilliant F1 podium, should I race to buy Aston Martin shares?

| John Maslen

In the race for long-term investment success, John Maslen reviews Aston Martin shares as a contender for a winning portfolio…

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I like high-yield stocks, so I should love a 17.5% one, right?

| James J. McCombie

Aircraft leasing outfit Amedeo Air Four Plus is a definitely a high-yield stock. But is that yield sky-high for fanciful…

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4 penny stocks I’d buy to hold for 7 years!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best penny stocks that could deliver long-term earnings growth. Here are a cluster of small-cap stocks…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Aston Martin shares 6 months ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Ben McPoland

It's been a disaster for long-term investors in Aston Martin shares. But how would I be doing if I'd invested…

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Cheap shares: a once-in-a-decade chance to earn massive passive income

| Charlie Carman

Our writer is targeting passive income by investing in cheap shares. Here's why he thinks this year could be a…

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8.1% and 5.4% yields! Should I buy these cheap FTSE 100 shares?

| Royston Wild

These two FTSE 100 shares look like they could be too cheap to miss. Should I buy them to boost…

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How secure is the Scottish Mortgage dividend?

| Christopher Ruane

The Scottish Mortgage dividend yield but may be small, but its track record is impressive. Our writer considers whether things…

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The Shanta Gold share price has doubled in 5 years. Can it keep going?

| Christopher Ruane

It's been a good few years for the Shanta Gold share price. Our writer explains why he remains upbeat on…

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I’d buy shares with £500 a month to aim for a million

| Charlie Carman

Our writer is aiming for a million-pound stock market portfolio. Here's how he'd use £500 a month to buy shares…

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The 5 best-performing UK shares in February 2023

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s how I rate the top five performing UK shares in February and whether I’d watch, buy, or avoid them…

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Should I buy abrdn shares just for the 6.3% dividend?

| John Fieldsend

abrdn shares offer one of the highest dividend payouts to shareholders on the FTSE 100. Should I buy in just…

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With the share price above £1.50, is it time to offload Rolls-Royce stock?

| Stephen Wright

A year ago, the Rolls-Royce share price was 91p. Today’s it’s £1.50. Is this the time for investors to lock…

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The Legal & General dividend has just grown! I’d aim to double my money buying today

| Christopher Ruane

Today saw the latest increase in the annual Legal & General dividend. Our writer thinks buying the shares now may…

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This FTSE 250 stock has risen 40% over the past 6 months. Should I buy in now?

| Gilly West

With strong growth and expansion plans, this FTSE 250 stock and high-street favourite could be due a significant re-rate.

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Is the Lloyds share price a bargain?

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett’s love of bank stocks is well known. But should investors be tempted by the Lloyds Banking Group share…

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UK dividends jumped 16.5% in 2022! How to find the best dividend shares in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Growth stocks plummet while dividend shares thrive! In 2022, payouts reached their highest level since 2019, but where are the…

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Buying these 6 dividend powerhouses could make me £5k+ in passive income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains which top stocks he'd buy to build up his passive income levels to £5k a year, starting…

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1 top-notch UK growth stock to buy in March

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Many UK growth stocks saw their share prices plummet in the 2022 stock market correction. Yet this pullback may be…

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No savings at 40? Use the Warren Buffett method in 2023 to target financial freedom

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

2023 might be one of the best years to use Warren Buffett's investment strategy and capitalise on bargains to grow…

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Best British small-cap stocks to buy for March

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their best UK small-cap stocks to buy in March, including a rare double nomination!

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Dividend investing! 2 reasons why AIM shares can be better than FTSE 100 stocks

| Royston Wild

Looking outside the FTSE can help investors supercharge their long-term passive income. Here's why AIM shares can be great investments…

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How I’d invest £10k to target a lifelong passive income

| Harshil Patel

Dividend shares can make excellent passive income. Our writer considers which features to look for and highlights his top picks.

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3 undervalued shares to buy right now

| Stephen Wright

What are the best shares to buy right now? With interest rates rising, Stephen Wright is looking at discarded stocks…

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3 FTSE 250 bargain shares I’d buy with £3,000!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for great FTSE 250 shares to buy before the Stocks & Shares ISA deadline kicks in next month.…

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2 dividend stocks that are dirt cheap right now

| Alan Oscroft

Many dividend stocks appear very good value to me in 2023, with high yields. And some of them look super…

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Is it time for a tipple of the Diageo share price?

| Rogier van de Grift

Does the flat-lining Diageo share price present a buying opportunity? Motley Fool contributor Rogier van de Grift is considering a…

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8% yield! Is this FTSE 100 stalwart a top passive income buy?

| John Fieldsend

This British housebuilder is currently offering an 8% dividend payment to its shareholders. Should I buy it for passive income?

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2 magnificent growth stocks that I’d buy in March

| Charlie Carman

Several growth stocks look undervalued to our writer at present. Here are two FTSE 350 shares with strong potential that…

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Is Rolls-Royce stock now a screaming buy?

| Ben McPoland

Rolls-Royce stock has been red-hot recently as investors back a potential turnaround story at the company. Does this make it…

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How a Stocks and Shares ISA could turn £1,000 per month into £1,000,000

| Stephen Wright

Got a spare £1,000 each month? Stephen Wright outlines how a Stocks and Shares ISA can help turn it into…

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3 top dividend-paying stocks right now

| Kevin Godbold

When it comes to dividend-paying stocks, staying power can be identified in a company’s financial record, and I'd start with…

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My 3 biggest stock market predictions for March

| Alan Oscroft

Predicting the stock market isn't an easy task. But with some key company updates out in March, here are a…

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FTSE 100 shares are still cheap! 2 stocks on sale that I’d buy today

| Charlie Carman

Many FTSE 100 shares still look cheap to me, despite the index hovering around 8,000 points. Here are two bargain…

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Earnings: Greggs is a company with big ambitions and lagging profits

| Kevin Godbold

Why Greggs shares may see volatility ahead although the longer growth story is intact and presents an opportunity for investors.

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Forget day trading! I’d use Warren Buffett’s ‘secret sauce’ to build wealth

| Ben McPoland

The figures on building wealth from day trading don't inspire me with confidence. Here's why I'd rather follow the example…

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Should I buy Manchester United shares amid takeover speculation?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Manchester United shares after the club received takeover bids from a Qatari…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 shares! Should I buy them today?

| John Fieldsend

FTSE 100 shares are at their lowest valuations for years. Here are a couple that I’ve been thinking about investing…

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3 AIM shares that are worth a look right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

AIM shares can provide strong returns over the long term. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights three he likes the look of…

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Could Warren Buffett buy out Rolls-Royce?

| Alan Oscroft

Whenever I think of investing in a stock like Rolls-Royce, I think it helps to consider what Warren Buffett might…

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