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9 stocks that Fools have been buying!

| The Motley Fool Staff

Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying these stocks in recent weeks.

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Just released: April’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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5 stocks that Fools think are overvalued

| The Motley Fool Staff

There are a few famous value investors who spring to mind that might take one look at these stocks, and…

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Just released: our 3 top small-cap stocks to buy before May [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Small-cap shares tend to be more volatile than larger companies, so we suggest investors should look to build up a…

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“The last FTSE 100 stock I’d sell in a recession is…”

| The Motley Fool Staff

It's well worth considering some recession-resiliant stocks as part of a diversifed portfolio. Here, our free-site writers offer up their…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to buy in April [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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“The last holding I’d want to sell in my Stocks and Shares ISA is…”

| The Motley Fool Staff

Happy New Tax Year, to all Stocks and Shares ISA owners! The £20,000 allowance has reset -- will you be…

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Recently released: our latest Hidden Winners ‘sell’ recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Here at The Motley Fool, we don’t hide the fact that ‘selling’ is part of the investment equation.

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Up 42% in 3 months! This is the only FTSE 100 stock I’d buy now

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

With the FTSE 100 on the way up, I'm thinking of buying this stock that's a key player in a…

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I’d rather generate passive income from shares than buy-to-let

| Harvey Jones

UK shares generate passive income with a lot less effort than becoming a buy-to-let landlord. And they're much easier to…

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I’m buying cheap shares today, but is this 8% yielder too risky?

| Harvey Jones

The FTSE 100 is down and I'm on the hunt for cheap shares. This stock offers eye-catching dividend income, but…

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
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As the FTSE 100 tanks, I’m hoovering up bargains

| Andrew Mackie

As confidence in stock markets sinks, Andrew Mackie is scouring the FTSE 100 for cheap shares. Two insurance stocks have…

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Up 8% in a week! Can beaten-down Abrdn shares make a comeback? 

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

After falling steadily throughout 2022, I think Abrdn shares offer my portfolio a nice mix of growth and value. Here's…

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I can’t recall a time when UK dividend shares looked more exciting than today

| Harvey Jones

The FTSE 100 is packed with dividend shares offering high rates of income at low valuations. There are risks, but…

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I don’t care if FTSE 100 shares fall further, I’m buying them today

| Harvey Jones

I'm happy to go shopping for FTSE 100 shares today, even though I accept that they could have further to…

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11% dividend yield! Is the Barratt share price a steal or a value trap?

| Andrew Mackie

As headwinds batter the Barratt share price, Andrew Mackie examines whether its attractive dividend yield is sufficient compensation.

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Are DS Smith shares the FTSE 100’s best bargain right now? 

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

DS Smith shares have gained momentum after a promising trading update. Looking at the fundamentals, I think the FTSE 100…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in a FTSE 100 tracker fund 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the performance of the FTSE 100 index over the last five years. Has a tracker fund…

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How I’d invest £10k in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Harvey Jones

Now looks like a good time to buy cheap FTSE 100 shares inside a Stocks and Shares ISA. These are…

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Today’s financial crisis is the perfect moment to buy cheap shares

| Harvey Jones

I'm building a portfolio of FTSE 100 stocks by purchasing cheap shares whenever I see an opportunity. There's a good…

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Here’s why I bought this dividend stock with its juicy 7%+ yield!

| Jabran Khan

This dividend stock boosts Jabran Khan's passive income stream. He explains why he purchased the shares recently.

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How investing £3 a day could generate passive income of £780 a month

| Harvey Jones

By investing regular monthly sums in FTSE 100 dividend shares I expect to generate a comfortable passive income to fund…

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Here’s why I bought this FTSE 100 stock for returns and growth!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan explains why he added this FTSE 100 incumbent to his portfolio for returns and growth.

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At 69p, are Rolls-Royce shares too cheap to miss? 

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

With Rolls-Royce shares falling fast, I look at its merits and concerns to decide if it's the best investment for…

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Is this falling dividend-paying penny stock a must buy?

| Jabran Khan

This Fool takes a closer look at a penny stock with an enticing dividend yield, and believes it has defensive…

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FTSE 100 shares will give me 4.12% income today and much more tomorrow 

| Harvey Jones

I can already generate an attractive level of dividend income from FTSE 100 shares but this should compound and grow…

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I’d buy Tesco shares in October to bag their 5.4% yield 

| Harvey Jones

Tesco shares have fallen lately but I think this makes them attractively valued for a dividend stock I would aim…

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Should I buy this dirt-cheap FTSE 100 growth stock for recovery and returns?

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan takes a closer look at this FTSE 100 stock which has come under pressure in recent months due…

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Here’s why I’m buying this income stock for juicy dividends with a 6% yield!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan explains why he likes this income stock to bolster his holdings with dividend payments and an above-average yield.

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Up 40%+ in 3 months! These 2 fast-growing UK shares still look cheap

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Two UK shares on my watchlist have risen fast over the last few weeks. Here's why I'm considering buying them…

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Should I buy this boring FTSE 100 stock for growth and returns?

| Jabran Khan

Not all FTSE 100 firms offer exciting products and services. This Fool is considering adding this stock to his holdings.

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Here’s 1 passive income ETF to supercharge returns!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool is looking for the best passive income options to boost his levels of return. Should he buy or…

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1 dirt-cheap penny stock set for huge growth and it already pays a dividend!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan takes a closer look at this penny stock, which operates in a growth market. Should he buy the…

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2 beaten-down FTSE 100 shares I’d buy before the market recovers

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Two top-performing FTSE 100 shares from my watchlist just entered bargain territory. Here's why I am considering both for my…

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A beaten-down FTSE 100 stock to buy in a heartbeat

| Andrew Mackie

As the FTSE 100 slides, Andrew Mackie is hunting for stocks that he believes have been oversold. One diversified business…

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Here’s where I’m seeing value in the FTSE 100 right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been going through the FTSE 100 index looking for value. Here are three beaten-up shares he thinks…

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Lloyds shares are below 45p! Here’s why I’d rush to buy

| Charlie Keough

After a poor week, Lloyds shares are currently trading for 41p. Here, this Fool takes a closer look at why…

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I would do anything to hold Diageo in my portfolio (but I won’t do that)

| Harvey Jones

Diageo is one of my favourite stocks on the entire FTSE 100 and I'd love to hold it, but one…

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Buy-to-let is in trouble so I’ll generate passive income from shares instead

| Harvey Jones

Buy-to-let is in for a torrid time as interest rates rise and mortgages are pulled. I'll generate a passive income…

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The falling Direct Line share price has made it even more attractive!

| Jabran Khan

As the Direct Line share price continues to fall, this Fool explains why it is even more of an attractive…

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This dirt-cheap income stock yields a staggering 18%. I’m going to buy it!

| Harvey Jones

This FTSE 100 income stock offers a staggering yield at such a bargain price that I'm willing to take a…

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I reckon this week’s dip is a great time to buy UK passive income stocks

| Harvey Jones

Today's volatile markets are handing me a great opportunity to expand my portfolio of passive income stocks at reduced valuations.

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
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I reckon today’s crisis is a great time to buy Lloyds shares

| Harvey Jones

Today's "dysfunctional" stock markets are hitting good companies through no fault of their own. I'm taking this opportunity to buy…

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Here’s how this growth stock could boost my passive income!

| Jabran Khan

This Fool explains how this real estate investment trust (REIT) could be perfect to boost his passive income stream.

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Here’s 1 FTSE 100 stock I’m considering buying in October for long-term growth!

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan delves deeper into a FTSE 100 stock he believes could experience long-term growth.

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Forget gold! I’m buying UK income stocks instead 

| Harvey Jones

The gold price has fallen sharply this year but I think income stocks look better value and have much more…

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I’d buy FTSE 100 shares today as the index dips below 7,000

| Harvey Jones

As the pound crashes and interest-rate-rise expectations rocket, FTSE 100 shares have fallen below 7,000. They now look unmissable value…

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Forget cash! I’m sticking with my Stocks and Shares Isa despite rising interest rates

| Harvey Jones

The Bank of England has increased base rates again but I still reckon I'll get a better return from a…

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