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Forget savings accounts! I’m investing in these 2 hot UK shares instead

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods looks beyond savings accounts and investigates the possibility of adding two top UK shares to his long-term portfolio.

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3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy to beat inflation

| Charlie Carman

Our writer picks a trio of FTSE 100 shares he'd buy to protect his portfolio from runaway inflation - currently…

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I’m investing £200 a month into these 2 top dividend shares

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods explains why he's decided to start a monthly investment in these two dividend shares to potentially derive a…

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5 of the best shares to buy for the next bull market

| Harshil Patel

In preparation for better times ahead, our writer considers several FTSE 100 shares to buy for his long-term portfolio.

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One stock market sector I am avoiding right now

| Anton Balint

Consumer discretionary is one stock market sector investors need to pay careful attention to during difficult economic times.

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I’d buy cheap UK shares with £500 a month to target a £250,000 nest egg

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer reckons investing regularly in carefully chosen, cheap UK shares could help him build his wealth, over time. Here's…

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4 reasons why Lloyds shares could hit 50p by December

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains several points that could allow Lloyds shares to move higher by the end of the year, while…

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How I’d invest £150 a month in FTSE 250 shares to target a second income

| Harshil Patel

FTSE 250 shares include many high-yielding dividend stocks. Our writer considers his best options for reliable passive income.

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After doubling in 2 weeks, are Cineworld shares now a buy?

| Alan Oscroft

Cineworld shares have taken an unexpected upturn this week, after investors had been fearing the worst. Is it time to…

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How can I aim to become a millionaire? Property or the FTSE 100?

| James Beard

With a view to planning for his retirement, James Beard considers whether investing in property or the FTSE 100 is…

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Want to become a millionaire? I’d invest £1,000 a month in FTSE shares

| Christopher Ruane

Can our writer become a millionaire in under 25 years by investing in FTSE shares? He hopes so -- and…

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How I’d invest £1,000 in September to generate passive income for life

| Stephen Wright

I’m hoping to boost my passive income in September. And I think that shares in Federal Realty Investment Trust and…

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2 dirt-cheap UK shares that look ready for liftoff

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

I think this is the perfect time for me to invest in some quality UK shares. And these two growth…

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Lloyds’ share price is soaring! Time to invest?

| Royston Wild

The Lloyds share price continues to look dirt-cheap on paper. But is it really the stock market bargain it might…

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Down 15%, is the Worldwide Healthcare Trust share price a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The Worldwide Healthcare Trust share price has been falling over the past year. Christopher Ruane considers whether he ought to…

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3 dividend shares to buy in September?

| Alan Oscroft

Some dividends are facing cuts this year, but I still see plenty I might buy. I'm considering these three, with…

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UK shares: could this cash-rich business boost my passive income?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan is looking for quality UK shares to boost his holdings, especially his passive income stream through dividend payments.

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Is there any reason to buy Rolls-Royce shares today?

| Royston Wild

Rolls-Royce shares have continued to tank in value in 2022. But could the battered FTSE 100 stock rebound strongly from…

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Here’s 1 rental sector REIT that could boost returns!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool is looking to boost his passive income stream. He wants to know if this REIT could help.

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No savings at 50? Here’s how I’d invest for passive income

| Alan Oscroft

Starting investing for passive income might look daunting the older we get. But I think the future could be brighter…

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2 FTSE 250 shares to buy now at massive discounts!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains why two FTSE 250 shares that have seen steep price falls look attractive as potential additions to…

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

| Christopher Ruane

Inflation is causing problems for some FTSE 100 companies. But Christopher Ruane scents a buying opportunity for his portfolio.

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Why I’m targeting BT shares in September

| James Yianni

BT shares are being sold off left, right and centre at the moment. But here’s why I’m targeting them for…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Tesco shares at the start of 2022, here’s what I’d have now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith takes a look at the performance of Tesco shares so far this year, and tries to gauge whether…

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Here’s what I’d do in a stock market crash!

| Charlie Keough

With inflation predicted to soar, there could be a stock market crash on the horizon. Here, this Fool explains how…

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11% or 16% yield? Which of these two blockbuster income shares would I buy?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer weighs some pros and cons of two UK income shares that offer double-digit dividend yields. He'd only buy…

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2 FTSE 100 shares primed for long-term gains

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods explains how broader economic factors make these two FTSE 100 shares attractive as potential investments for his portfolio.

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I’m investing £500 in these 2 FTSE 100 hidden gems!

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods offers his thoughts on two lesser-known FTSE 100 companies, and why he's investing £500 in them.

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Are these the hottest stocks to buy right now?

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods assesses three companies and determines if they would be good stocks to buy for his portfolio amid a…

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After jumping 25% yesterday, is the Cineworld share price a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

After the Cineworld share price jumped by a quarter in yesterday's trading, our writer explains why he won't be buying…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA has tanked, but I’m still happy!

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods explains how his Stocks and Shares ISA has fallen in value, and how he's responding with regard to…

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3 of the safest dividend stocks on Earth

| Harshil Patel

Bigger isn’t always better when it comes to dividend stocks. Our writer considers three of the safest and most reliable…

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I’m following Warren Buffett’s advice for buying growth stocks in September

| Stephen Wright

Our author puts three UK shares through the Warren Buffett method for valuing growth stocks. Which is he looking to…

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Down 78% in a year, could the Aston Martin share price still be a value trap?

| Christopher Ruane

The Aston Martin share price has nosedived over the past year. But it still doesn't tempt our writer. Here's why.

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Should I buy this FTSE 250 housebuilder for returns and growth?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan takes a closer look at this FTSE 250 stock to see if it could grow due to burgeoning…

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2 dividend shares I’ve bought to help me retire early!

| Royston Wild

I think buying UK dividend shares could supercharge my long-term wealth. Here's how I think they could eventually help me…

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Lloyds shares look cheap and will soon yield 5.6%. I’d buy them today

| Harvey Jones

Lloyds shares have struggled to deliver much growth in recent years but the income they are set to pay should…

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Despite the tech sell-off, I’d consider these as possible FTSE 100 shares to buy

| Jabran Khan

This Fool delves deeper into the tech sell-off that has caused many FTSE 100 shares to fall and looks at…

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Can I profit from the Bed Bath & Beyond share price?

| Christopher Ruane

The Bed Bath & Beyond share price is down two thirds over the past year. Christopher Ruane explains why he…

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Down 47% over the year, Hargreaves Lansdown shares are looking very attractive!

| Dr. James Fox

Hargreaves Lansdown shares have performed poorly over the past year, but the company has registered some impressive results in 2022.

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