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Stephen Wright

Stephen has a PhD in Philosophy and teaches at the University of Oxford. He's an enthusiastic Warren Buffett follower and focuses on buying quality businesses at sensible prices. He's also a podcaster with the PlayingFTSE show.

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 250 stock just fell 20% in a week — what should investors do?

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Bloomsbury’s share price has crashed after weak earnings. But could this just be a temporary setback for the FTSE 250…

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What’s the biggest risk to the stock market right now?

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Recession expectations are starting to fall away. Stephen Wright’s looking at what this means for the stock market and where…

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I asked ChatGPT for the best UK shares to buy now — its top pick surprised me…

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When Stephen Wright asked AI which UK shares he should take a look at, the number one choice is a…

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Forget gold! Here’s why I prefer investing in growth stocks

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Even in an uncertain economic environment, growth stocks that can also return cash to shareholders are Stephen Wright’s choice for…

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As huge earnings send the Diploma share price up 15%, what should investors do?

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As Diploma’s latest results blow expectations out of the water, the share price is surging. But what should investors make…

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After positive Q1 results, is the worst now over for the Greggs share price?

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Like-for-like sales growth is starting to recover at Greggs and the share price is climbing as a result. So is…

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After a strong Q3, is Diageo still a top passive income stock?

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Passive income investors might be encouraged by strong sales growth at the FTSE 100’s largest drinks company. But is it…

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Prediction: this FTSE 250 stock could bounce back on Tuesday

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Greggs has been one of the FTSE 250’s worst-performing stocks of 2025. But could that be about to change with…

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1 of the widest moats in the FTSE 100

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Economies of scale can generate huge advantages for businesses. And there’s a FTSE 100 company that Stephen Wright thinks demonstrates…

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As Warren Buffett steps back, here’s the investor I’m turning my attention to

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When Warren Buffett steps back from Berkshire Hathaway, who should value investors look to follow? Stephen Wright has one name…

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1 FTSE 100 opportunity I’m eyeing for my Stocks and Shares ISA

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As 3i shares fall after earnings, Stephen Wright sees a chance to add one of the FTSE 100’s top-performers to…

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Is BP 1 of the best UK shares to buy right now?

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BP shares trade at a discount to their US counterparts and come with a 6.5% dividend yield. Is this an…

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Here’s where analysts expect the Lloyds share price to be a year from now

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The Lloyds share price has fared well so far in 2025. But with some big issues on the horizon, can…

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UK bonds: a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

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Gilts are offering some very attractive yields at the moment. But Stephen Wright thinks passive income investors could still do…

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This FTSE 250 stock has returned over 300% since 2020

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After missing out on a 300% return from a FTSE 250 stock five years ago, Stephen Wright is ready for…

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What to do now before the next stock market crash

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The recent stock market volatility seems to have subsided… for now. But that gives investors a chance to get ready…

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Lower tariffs could be a game-changer for this FTSE 100 stock

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Diageo shares have lagged the FTSE 100 badly over the last five years. But could lower tariffs on exports to…

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I’m trying to follow Warren Buffett’s advice with this FTSE 100 stock

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As Warren Buffett steps aside at Berkshire Hathaway, Stephen Wright is thinking about how to put his investing principles into…

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9% yield! Is this one of the best dividend stocks to consider buying right now?

| Stephen Wright

With signs the worst for it might be over, dividend investors should add B&M European Value to their lists of…

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Why I don’t hold cash in my Stocks and Shares ISA

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Stephen Wright explains why he’s fully invested in his Stocks and Shares ISA – and why he intends to keep…

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Should Berkshire Hathaway still be on my list of shares to buy?

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As shares in Warren Buffett’s company fall on news of the CEO’s retirement, is this an opportunity to buy or…

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Why I’m considering considering breaking my own investing rules for this value stock

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Warren Buffett says that if he were to start again, he’d look for old-fashioned value stocks. Stephen Wright thinks there’s…

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How £100 a month could turn into £6,500 a year in passive income

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With enough time, a 6.5% annual return can turn £100 per month into something that yields £6,500 per year in…

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Is now a good time to start investing in the stock market?

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Predicting what the stock market will do in the next few weeks and months is nearly impossible. But over the…

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1 FTSE 250 stock trading well below book value

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Stephen Wright thinks investors have a number of attractive possibilities with a FTSE 250 REIT trading at a discount to…

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Meet the FTSE 100 stock that has averaged 23% gains a year since 2015

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It’s not often a FTSE 100 stock puts the likes of Alphabet and Meta Platforms in the shade. But 3i’s…

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1,000 shares in this FTSE 100 stock could generate £900 a year in dividends

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Shares in UK retailers have been struggling recently. But have falling prices created unusually good opportunities for dividend investors?

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Prediction: I think this stock could be Warren Buffett’s next big acquisition

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Warren Buffett has been accumulating cash over the last couple of years. Stephen Wright thinks a big announcement could be…

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As these UK stocks fall, should I keep buying?

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A couple of Stephen Wright’s UK stocks have been falling lately. But is this a further buying opportunity, or are…

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2 dividend stocks I’m staying well away from… for now

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Dividend stocks can be a great source of long-term passive income, but investors shouldn’t ignore obvious risks when looking for…

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1 huge diversification mistake to avoid in a Stocks & Shares ISA

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Investing through a Stocks and Shares ISA can be a great way of building wealth. But it’s important to not…

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3 beaten-down shares to consider buying before the next bull market

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Instead of waiting for stocks to start moving higher, Stephen Wright thinks investors should look for shares that might be…

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2 high-quality growth stocks to consider buying in May

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A 15% drop in the Amazon share price has put it on Stephen Wright’s radar. But what other growth stocks…

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2 UK stocks to consider buying as the market sell-off continues

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Stephen Wright thinks investors looking for opportunities might be able to take advantage of short-term weakness in some UK stocks.

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1 stock for passive income investors to consider buying before the Bank of England cuts interest rates

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With the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee set to meet in May, passive income investors should think about how…

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Meet the FTSE 100 stock I’ve been buying this week

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Despite a strong week for the FTSE 100, one stock fell 7% in a day. And Stephen Wright took the…

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1 of my favourite growth stocks crashed 20% in a day this week. Here’s what I’m doing

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Stephen Wright thinks the market’s overreacting to short-term growth challenges in one of his favourite UK stocks, creating a buying…

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Why I prefer investing with Warren Buffett to a FTSE 100 or S&P 500 tracker

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When it comes to buying shares, ignoring advice from Warren Buffett is rarely a good idea. But our author thinks…

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Forget gold! I prefer UK shares for trying to build long-term wealth

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Stock market volatility has sent investors running to safe-haven assets. But for building wealth over time, Stephen Wright prefers UK…

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Is now the perfect time to start buying shares?

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An uncertain stock market can be a great opportunity to buy shares. But where should investors thinking of getting started…

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