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3 Warren Buffett stocks to buy now and hold for the next decade

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett likes to look for strong companies that are available at attractive prices. I think that Amazon, Verizon, and…

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How I’d invest £1,000 with 3 lessons from Warren Buffett

| Kevin Godbold

Today's stock market presents us with an opportunity to search for quality stocks at lower prices to hold for the…

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Why I’m excited about where the BT share price could go!

| Charlie Keough

After an impressive start to the year for the BT share price, Charlie Keough looks at why he thinks this…

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Warren Buffett at a Berkshire Hathaway AGM
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Stock market crash! Why I’ll be investing like Warren Buffett

| Royston Wild

I won't stop buying UK shares even if a stock market crash occurs. Here is how I think investing like…

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A UK share to buy now and hold for a decade

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer identifies one UK share to buy now for his portfolio he would be happy to hold for the…

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Could growing economic uncertainty cause a stock market crash?

| Rupert Hargreaves

As economic and geopolitical tensions build, the risks of a stock market crash are growing, says this Fool, who is…

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How I’d choose bank shares to buy

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how he is going about selecting UK bank shares that seem attractive enough to add to his…

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I’m listening to Warren Buffett and avoiding these growth stocks like the plague!

| Paul Summers

Knowing what to avoid has helped make Warren Buffett a billionaire. It's also keeping this Fool from buying these UK…

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The Hargreaves Lansdown share price slumps 20%! Should I jump in?

| Rupert Hargreaves

The Hargreaves Lansdown share price has slumped after its latest results were released, but this could be an overreaction, argues…

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2 beaten-up UK shares that could turn £2,000 into £4,300, according to City analysts

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two UK growth stocks that have considerable share price upside right now, according to analysts in the…

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Why the BP share price might be the FTSE 100’s biggest bargain right now

| Alan Oscroft

The BP (LON: BP) share price has recovered well in the past 12 months. But is it one of the…

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Personal Finance

Avoid the car insurance mistake costing UK drivers £830 million

| Katie Royals

Car insurance is a big expense for all drivers. But some Brits are paying a combined total of £830 million…

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6% dividend yield! 2 UK shares I’d buy in February and hold for 10 years

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As the market continues to tumble, Zaven Boyrazian explores potential long-term buying opportunities for income and growth investors.

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2 top AIM shares I’d buy today

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’ve been screening for companies to add to my portfolio recently. Here are two quality AIM shares I’m bullish on…

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3 passive income ideas I’d use with £1,500

| Christopher Ruane

If he had £1,500 to invest in passive income ideas, our writer shares three he would consider using right now.

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy before the ISA deadline for a starter portfolio

| Roland Head

These FTSE 100 stocks offer a tempting mix of growth and income, argues Roland Head. He explains why he'd buy…

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2 stocks I’d buy before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’ve been looking at which companies I should buy before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline. Here are the two…

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Watch out! Here’s why the Rolls-Royce share price could fall again

| Andy Ross

The Rolls-Royce share price has struggled so far this year, so will a trading statement this week help lift the…

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This share grew 5,000% in 12 years! Why I focus on long-term investing

| James Reynolds

Long-term investing can be difficult to wrap one's head around, but our writer believes the potential benefits far outweigh any…

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Shares to buy now: here’s how I’d invest a £2,000 lump sum

| Kevin Godbold

The market is changing, and yesterday's leading stocks could be replaced by new winners with different characteristics for the next…

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Which of these 10 FTSE 100 monster shares would I buy today?

| Cliff D'Arcy

These 10 FTSE 100 giants have market values ranging between £55bn and almost £150bn. But which of these mega-cap shares…

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UK shares to buy now: here’s how I’d invest £20,000 before the ISA deadline

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the deadline for Stocks and Shares ISA fast approaching, Zaven Boyrazian explores the best UK shares to buy right…

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2 UK shares I’ll look to buy if market volatility continues!

| Royston Wild

Here are two UK shares I'll be looking to buy if market volatility continues. I think I could snap them…

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Personal Finance

New average UK house price! Here is what it’ll get you in 10 UK cities

| George Sweeney (DipFA)

The average prices for a house in the UK are rising at a rapid rate. Here’s what you can afford…

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Personal Finance

The odds of becoming an ISA millionaire vs winning a million on the lottery

| Karl Talbot

2,000 people in the UK can each call themselves an ISA millionaire. So, what are your chances of becoming one?…

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The FTSE 100 index could touch 8,000 soon. Here’s why 

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 index has risen a lot over the past year, but Manika Premsingh believes the best is still…

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2 of the best cheap FTSE 250 shares to buy right now!

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the very best FTSE 250 shares to spend my hard-earned cash on. Here are two dirt-cheap UK…

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Best shares to buy now: 2 stocks I’m investing £1,000 in!

| Andrew Woods

With £1,000 to spend, a travel firm and precious metals miner could be among the best shares for this Fool…

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Buffett at the BRK AGM
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I am listening to Warren Buffett and buying cheap UK shares

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer is applying the Warren Buffett method when hunting for cheap UK shares he could hold in his portfolio.…

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7.1% and 5% dividend yields! 2 of the best cheap dividend shares to buy today

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best dividend stocks to buy right now. I think these big-yielding and cheap UK shares could…

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The Cineworld share price could soar if this happens

| Andrew Woods

Increased footfall and a low P/E ratio make me think the Cineworld share price could soon soar.

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Why this might be one of the best ETFs for investing in UK shares

| Niki Jerath

I’m looking at why a FTSE All-Share ETF could be one of my best ways of investing in the UK…

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Why the GlaxoSmithKline dividend makes me nervous

| Christopher Ruane

The current GlaxoSmithKline dividend yield is over 5%. Our writer explains why, despite that, he will not be adding it…

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Is this 8% dividend yield stock worth buying in February?

| Hamish Cassidy

Imperial Brands has an 8% dividend yield. With rising inflation rates, is now the perfect time for me to add…

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The ITM share price: exciting venture or looming disaster?

| Andrew Woods

While some have cast doubt on hydrogen power, are recent results indicating that the ITM share price could surge?

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The Lloyds share price is up 6% in 2022. Buy now while it’s cheap?

| Cliff D'Arcy

The Lloyds share price hit 56p earlier this year, but is now only 6% up in 2022. With the shares…

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How I would target £200 a month in dividend income

| Christopher Ruane

With a monthly target of £200 in passive income, our writer explains how he would aim to achieve the goal…

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Personal Finance

Ask a Foolish question: “can I buy US stocks through a stocks and shares ISA?”

| Ruby Layram

Ruby Layram takes a look at everything you need to know about trading US stocks here in the UK through…

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Do I buy FTSE 100 stock NatWest’s cheap shares after 2021’s £3bn profit?

| Cliff D'Arcy

FTSE 100 bank NatWest made nearly £3bn of profit in 2021. Is this stock far too cheap today? And should…

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1 FTSE 100 dividend stock I’d spend £1,000 on for a passive income

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy to help me generate a passive income. Here's a proven…

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