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Here’s how I’d invest £10,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA for 2023

| Harshil Patel

2023 isn't far away! Our writer has started to look at his investing plan for a Stocks and Shares ISA.…

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Just released: the 3 best income-focused stocks to buy in November 2022 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Down 4%, will the Lloyds share price soar in 2023?

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price offers BIG dividend yields and a sub-10 P/E ratio at current levels. Do these make it…

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IDS shares are high-risk, high-reward. Here’s why

| John Choong

Shares in Royal Mail owner, IDS have tumbled from £5.26 to £2.52 this year. So, should I buy the stock…

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Without any investments at 40, I’d apply the Warren Buffett method to help me build wealth!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane is looking to investing legend Warren Buffett for ideas on how to start building wealth. Here is some…

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1 stock I’d put 100% of my net worth into

| Stephen Wright

Going all in on a stock is an extremely risky business. But which stock would our author choose to put…

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My top UK dividend shares to buy for December 2022

| Kevin Godbold

These dividend shares are backed by businesses with impressive trading and financial records and I'd snap them up now to…

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Contracts galore! Should I buy surging Rolls-Royce shares for growth? 

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

With Rolls-Royce shares gathering momentum, Suraj Radhakrishnan analyses a potential investment with long-term growth in mind.

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Is the Petrofac share price set to climb?

| Alan Oscroft

The Petrofac share price has been up and down all year as investors can't make up their minds. December's trading…

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4 reasons why 2023 could be a great year for FTSE 100 stocks!

| Royston Wild

Easing inflation and a receding US dollar are just a couple of reasons why FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I’m buying for passive income before 2022 is over

| Ben McPoland

This high-yield stock gives me a passive income stream as well as the potential for share price growth. I'm buying…

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Is the 88 Energy (88E) share price set to climb?

| Alan Oscroft

The 88 Energy (LON:88E) share price has had a very volatile few years. But is there a huge oil find…

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2 stocks to double down on during a recession

| Ben McPoland

The Chancellor recently confirmed that the UK is now in a recession. Here are two stocks that weathered the last…

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Has the Burberry share price hit a peak at £21?

| John Choong

The Burberry share price has hit a one-year high after releasing a satisfactory set of half-year results. So, has its…

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The Santander share price is climbing. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

Despite a weak 12 months, the Santander share price has been showing a bit of recent strength. I think I…

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Why I’m buying UK shares in this once-in-a-lifetime market to try and retire early

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he feels the stock market is in an attractive place now and how this translates to…

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Why I think the FTSE 100 could soar next month

| James Beard

James Beard takes a look at the historical performance of the FTSE 100 and explains why the index of the…

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UK bank stocks have fallen. Should I buy them now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Bank stocks look cheap relative to the overall market. Is this a buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon takes a look.

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£500 to invest? A 5%-yielding FTSE 100 gem I’d buy shares in right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Not all FTSE 100 shares are immune to volatility, but has this created a rare buying opportunity for income investors?

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9% dividend yield! Are Taylor Wimpey shares a buy?

| John Choong

Taylor Wimpey shares currently have a dividend yield of 9%. So, could its shares present me with an opportunity to…

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Here’s a dirt-cheap FTSE 250 stock with a 7% dividend yield!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

High dividend yields are everywhere, but which ones are sustainable? Here's one stock that might deliver impressive income for years…

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I’d buy this penny stock to try and double my money

| Roland Head

Roland Head believes this penny stock has turned the corner and could deliver attractive returns after a difficult few years.

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How I’m aiming for a £1,000,000 Stocks and Shares ISA right now

| Kevin Godbold

For me, the stock market correction has created a once-in-a-lifetime chance to aim for a million pound Stocks and Shares…

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The names have changed but Jeremy Hunt’s blockbuster budget is more of the same

| Owain Bennallack

Jeremy Hunt’s budget proved to be something of a two-parter.

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I’d take these 3 steps to earn £300 in monthly passive income

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how he could start to generate substantial passive income flows by building a portfolio of dividend shares.

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2 FTSE 250 shares with dividend yields of up to 10.4%!

| Cliff D'Arcy

These two FTSE 250 firms' shares have taken a beating in 2022. But both well-established businesses pay market-beating cash dividends.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks! Which should I buy for 2023?

| Royston Wild

Trading will be tough for many FTSE 100 stocks next year. And dividends look set to come under severe pressure.…

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Is $180 a turning point for Tesla stock?

| Roland Head

Tesla stock has fallen by 50% this year. Does the EV maker now offer value for new investors? Roland Head…

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2 discounted dividend stocks to supercharge passive income generation!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at two dividend stocks he's backing to supercharge his portfolio and generate more…

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1 multi-billion pound reason to buy Lloyds shares!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox outlines a big reason why he's buying more Lloyds shares, despite the predicted economic downturn.

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No savings at 30? I’d buy income stocks on the dip to generate wealth!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how he'd generate wealth in the long run by investing in income stocks with the market…

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The Warren Buffett secret they don’t tell you about

| Kevin Godbold

Here's the secret I've discovered to unleash the true power of Warren Buffett's methodology for investing in stocks and shares. 

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2 FTSE 100 stocks that could surge during a recession!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox investigates two FTSE 100 stocks with the defensive characteristics his portfolio needs during a recession.

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The State Pension is pathetic! Here’s how I’d build a second income with shares

| Kevin Godbold

The State Pension is part of my planning for retirement, but it doesn't pay much, so I'm building a second…

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Here’s why Rolls-Royce shares jumped 30% in a month!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores the recent surge in Rolls-Royce shares. But is now a good time to buy the stock,…

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If I invested £200 in Li Auto shares 2 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores the trajectory of Li Auto shares since they were listed on the NASDAQ two years ago…

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Got £1,000? These might be the best shares to buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Short-term disruptions create buying opportunities for long-term investors. Could these be some of the best shares to buy now?

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1 FTSE 100 stock I hope to never sell!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains why there's one FTSE 100 stock he has no intention of selling as he looks to…

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Forget saving! I’m buying discounted UK stocks to try and get rich

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains his strategy to build wealth over the long run by investing in discounted UK stocks amid…

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2 FTSE 100 high-dividend shares! Should I buy them for 2023?

| Royston Wild

I'm on a quest to find the best dividend-paying shares for my portfolio. Can I depend on these blue-chip stocks…

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