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I think the Premier Oil (PMO) share price could triple your money

| Rupert Hargreaves

Shares in Premier Oil have the potential to double or triple from current levels argues, Rupert Hargreaves.

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Forget a Cash ISA! I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 dividend shares today to make a passive income

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares could offer improving income prospects over the long run.

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£6k to invest? These three growth champions are my top buys for 2020!

| Rupert Hargreaves

These growth champions dominate their respective markets and should continue to beat them for many years to come, argues Rupert…

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Forget gold and the National Lottery! I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 shares to make a million

| Peter Stephens

I think these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could offer improving total returns.

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FTSE 100 Lloyds Bank share price is ripe for the picking I believe

| Manika Premsingh

I think Lloyds Bank share price fall and its good future prospects make it a good buy.

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ISA investors! Could this dirt-cheap small-cap help you retire in luxury?

| Royston Wild

This slumping small-cap is going for next to nothing. But is it a good addition to your Stocks and Shares…

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Over 50? I think these FTSE 100 dividend stocks could be great additions to your retirement portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UK) stocks could be well suited to those who are aged 50 and over and…

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Double your State Pension while on minimum wage! Is it possible?

| Kirsteen Mackay

I consider whether it is possible to double your State Pension and retire in comfort while earning minimum wage.

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Under 40? I think this is the smartest financial move you can make

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This smart move could potentially add over £100,000 to your retirement savings, says Edward Sheldon.

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Forget buy to let! I’d rather buy this 5.6% dividend yield in an ISA

| Royston Wild

Why roll the dice with property rentals? Royston Wild picks out a brilliant dividend stock for your ISA and a…

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Personal Finance

Making sense of student loan interest rates

| Kate Anderson

Confused about how much interest you pay on your student loan? Check out our simple guide to student loan interest…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks with yields over 5% I’d buy in November

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why the MNG share price is on his FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) buy list this month.

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No savings at 40? I reckon these FTSE 100 family firms should help you retire rich

| Roland Head

These family-run FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks could boost your wealth, says Roland Head.

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Aston Martin share price breaks down again after disappointing Q3 report

| James J. McCombie

The losses continue for Aston Martin (LSE: AML), but with expansion plans and a new model on the way can…

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Lloyds Banking Group share price weakness, and what I’d do about it

| Alan Oscroft

Here's what I plan to do about the Lloyds Bank (LON: LLOY) share price between now and January.

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£3k to spend on your ISA? I’d buy this 6% dividend yield and hold it for 10 years

| Royston Wild

Forget about Lloyds, Barclays, and the rest of the UK's banks, Royston Wild says. This banking beauty is a much…

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Why I think the BT share price is a better buy than Vodafone on 7.9% dividends

| Tom Rodgers

Virgin's defection to Vodafone stung the BT share price, but I say it's an overreaction given the value BT is…

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I’d sell this stock to buy the BAE share price today

| Alan Oscroft

The BAE Systems (LON: BA) share price is creeping up again, and here's why I think it will keep on…

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Why I’m still avoiding this cheap FTSE 100 stock yielding 10%

| Paul Summers

Trading may be in line with expectations, but this Fool is still giving housebuilder Persimmon plc (LON:PSN) a miss.

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Two FTSE 100-beating dividend funds I’d buy for my ISA today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two UK dividends funds that have comfortably outperformed the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) over the last five…

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These 2 Neil Woodford falling knives are climbing today. Here’s what I’d do now

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones says these two stocks have better recovery potential than the man who backed them, Neil Woodford.

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Here’s one stock I like that’s been hammering the Aviva share price

| Alan Oscroft

Aviva is one of my favourite insurers, but those who backed this stock instead have done much better.

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Forget Lloyds Bank shares! I’d pile into this FTSE 250 company’s growing yield

| Kevin Godbold

Why I’m attracted to this company’s steady financial characteristics and ongoing dividend growth.

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Why I wouldn’t buy shares in this FTSE 100 dividend stock

| Vandita Jadeja

Why one Fool is bearish on this particular stock in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX).

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This FTSE 100 7% dividend yield is on sale! Why I’d buy it for my ISA today

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild picks out a brilliant FTSE 100 dividend stock for a Stocks & Shares ISA. Come take a look!

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Could the Sirius Minerals (SXX) share price ever return to 20p?

| Rupert Hargreaves

Rupert Hargreaves explains how investors could make their money back with Sirius Minerals.

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Warning! I think this FTSE 100 dividend stock could make you poorer

| Rupert Hargreaves

This FTSE 100's dividend stock's yield might look attractive, but the shares could fall further and a dividend cut looks…

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3 reasons why I’d buy FTSE 100 dividend stocks in an ISA to generate a passive income

| Peter Stephens

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) offers the best passive income opportunities for investors in my opinion.

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A dividend cut isn’t the only reason I’d steer clear of this small-cap stock

| Paul Summers

It may be screamingly cheap but the road ahead still looks bumpy for this market minnow.

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No savings at 40? I think these 2 FTSE 100 shares could boost your retirement prospects

| Peter Stephens

The valuations and growth prospects of these two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could bring your retirement date a step closer,…

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Got £2,000 to invest in an ISA? Then I’d take a look at these 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones picks over two tasty dividend income heroes from the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX).

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£2,000 to invest? I’d buy these dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stocks yielding 5%

| Rupert Hargreaves

The market hates these stocks, but that could be an opportunity for risk-tolerant investors who are looking for income as…

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I’ll hold this 12% FTSE 100 dividend yield in my ISA for at least 5 years!

| Rupert Hargreaves

Robust cash flows and a 12% dividend yield make this FTSE 100 income star a top buy for yield hunters,…

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2 FTSE 100 shares Warren Buffett would approve of

| Manika Premsingh

Warren Buffett’s wisdom makes stock picking easier for me when the FTSE 100 is moving sideways, like now.

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Personal Finance

What to know before getting your first mortgage

| Sandy Kenrick

If you’ve ever discussed the merits of education around the dinner table with a few good friends, you may have…

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Elections, Brexit, Trump. What is the biggest risk to your stock portfolio as we head into 2020?

| Jon Smith

The upcoming UK election could present a bigger risk than Brexit and Trump, Jonathan Smith writes.

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Despite election uncertainty, I’d aim to get the most out of my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Now may be a good time to start planning your 2020 Stocks and Shares ISA

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5%-plus dividend yields! Could this cheap income hero make you an ISA fortune?

| Royston Wild

Looking to get rich? Of course you are. Royston Wild discusses a brilliant dividend stock from the FTSE 250 to…

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This FTSE 100 dividend share offers 11.5%! Why it’s no bargain and the better buy I’d get rich with instead

| Tom Rodgers

Picking the wrong FTSE 100 dividend share will punish your portfolio. I'd pass on an illusory 11.5% yield for bigger…

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I think this could be the FTSE 100’s best Brexit-proof stock

| Alan Oscroft

Here's one defensive FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock that I'm convinced will prosper, EU or no EU.

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