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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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This FTSE 100 stock just crashed 25% in a day! What should investors do?

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Shares in FTSE 100 distributor Bunzl have hit a four-year low after the firm’s Q1 trading update. Stephen Wright thinks…

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As business confidence craters, should investors buy UK shares?

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As import taxes and higher staff costs weigh on UK companies, Stephen Wright thinks there are still shares to consider…

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Is now a good time to buy in UK stocks?

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Retail investors and fund managers are moving away from UK stocks, but there are positive economic signs. Is this an…

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As WH Smith shares rise despite its H1 loss, I still think they’re good value

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Shares in retail companies have been having a tough time recently, but does the latest FTSE 250 stock to report…

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I’ve been boosting my dividend income with these UK shares

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Stephen Wright has been taking advantage of a volatile stock market to buy shares in two UK companies that have…

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Is it still a good time to buy shares?

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With the US announcing smartphones, computers, and semiconductors from China are exempt from certain tariffs, is it safe to buy…

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£10,000 invested in Tesla shares a fortnight ago is now worth…

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Despite extreme volatility, the value of a £10,000 investment in Tesla shares from a fortnight ago hasn’t changed much. That’s…

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10% yields! Why a volatile stock market is great news for passive income investors

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The recent stock market volatility has given passive income investors the chance to earn double-digit returns. But they still need…

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Down 65% from its highs, this FTSE 250 stock is one to consider buying low

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Shares in a strong FTSE 250 company going through a cyclical downturn have caught Stephen Wright’s attention as a potential…

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1 S&P 500 stock to consider buying in a recession

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The S&P 500 might be most associated with growth stocks focused on technology. But it also has some businesses that…

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Here’s the FTSE 100 stock UK investors have been buying and selling this week

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In an unusually volatile week for share prices, one FTSE 100 company's been receiving more attention than most – both…

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US Trade Barrier Tarrif as American Economic Protectionism
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Is the stock market going to crash when the tariff window expires?

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The stock market’s rallied on news of a 90-day pause to some US tariffs. But could it be set to…

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2 quality UK stocks to consider buying as share prices rally

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With UK stocks moving higher, it might look as though investors with cash on hand have missed their chance. But…

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How Warren Buffett stays ahead of the stock market

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When share prices fall, everyone suddenly wants to be like Warren Buffett. But what’s the secret to the Berkshire Hathaway…

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11% yield! Could this UK stock  be a huge opportunity for investors targeting a second income?

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An double-digit dividend yield could be second-income buying opportunity if the stock market is underestimating this UK translation company. 

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Down 17% in a week! This FTSE 100 growth stock is one I’m watching

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Over the last five years, Informa has shown itself to be one of the UK’s most resilient growth stocks. So…

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2 reasons why this stock market crash isn’t a repeat of 2020

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When the stock market crashed during the Covid-19 pandemic, the recovery was rapid and spectacular. Could the same thing happen…

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As collapsing share prices send dividend yields soaring, which income shares look attractive?

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With shares in energy companies falling, Stephen Wright thinks dividend investors should consider taking advantage of some unusually high yields.

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UK stocks are still where the discounts are! Here’s what I’m buying

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As the stock market sells off after the latest tariff news, UK stocks are still cheap compared to their US…

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2 ‘safe-haven’ defensive shares to consider buying as tariffs hammer the stock market

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Inflation fears are sending the prices of shares down, creating potential buying opportunities for investors. But which ones are likely…

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£10,000 invested in Rolls-Royce shares 5 years ago is now worth…

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Rolls-Royce shares have been on fire since April 2020. Part of this is the result of pandemic restrictions lifting, but…

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Is Diageo still a great stock for passive income investors? Here’s what the CEO says

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Here’s why the CEO of the FTSE 100’s largest drinks company thinks the firm can navigate a changing industry to…

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Down 25% since January, this resilient dividend stock’s catching my eye

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Maintaining the UK’s rail, water, and energy infrastructure isn’t the most exciting business. But it has made this a solid…

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Prediction: Unilever to outperform the FTSE 100 over the next 12 months

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The FTSE 100 has made a strong start to 2025, but Stephen Wright thinks a popular dividend stock could be…

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Dividend investors! Here’s what Warren Buffett says builds wealth in the stock market

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Reinvesting dividends at yields of 8% or higher looks like a good way of building wealth. But Warren Buffett has…

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Here’s my Stocks and Shares ISA plan for 2025-26

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A Stocks and Shares ISA helps investors avoid taxes on dividends and capital gains. And Stephen Wright has a plan…

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Down 59% from its 12-month highs, is this FTSE 250 stock too cheap to ignore?

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Shares in FTSE 250 housebuilder Vistry are almost certainly too cheap to ignore. But are they discounted enough to offset…

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2 UK shares I’m buying in April

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The FTSE 100 and the FTSE 250 have started the year brightly. But could the best opportunities right now still…

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6.5% yield! Is this FTSE 100 stock my ticket to a growing second income?

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REITs were literally designed to help ordinary investors earn a second income from real estate. And one in particular has…

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At a P/E ratio of 7, are shares in this UK retailer unbelievable value?

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Shares in Card Factory trade at a P/E ratio of 7 and come with a 6.7% dividend yield. But do…

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Is Tesla stock a recipe for disaster?

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With Tesla about to report what look like disappointing earnings in a stock market that has been falling, is now…

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£10,000 invested in Lloyds shares 5 years ago is now worth over £21,500

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Lloyds shares have more than doubled since April 2020. But a lot of this is an illustration of the value…

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Down 13% in a month! Is this my chance to buy shares in this FTSE 100 outperformer?

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Stephen Wright has been waiting patiently for a chance to buy Diploma shares. With the stock falling 13% in March,…

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A bull market could be coming for UK stocks! Here’s what I’m buying

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Fund managers are shifting away from US equities and into UK stocks. But Stephen Wright thinks the FTSE 100 still…

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Could the FTSE 100’s newest addition be a great passive income investment?

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A 2.5% dividend yield doesn’t look like much, but Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has a lot of the hallmarks of a…

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Here’s what Warren Buffett looks for in growth stocks

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According to Warren Buffett, record earnings per share aren’t something to get excited about. So what really matters when it…

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At a P/E multiple of 6, is this FTSE 100 stock a no-brainer buy to consider in April?

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With shares trading at a low earnings multiple and profits expected to grow 75% over the next three years, is…

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1 big mistake to avoid in a falling stock market

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A stock market downturn can be a great time to buy shares. But getting fixated on prices that were once…

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With 1 week until the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline, here are 2 big mistakes to avoid

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Time is running out to use this year’s Stocks and Shares ISA allowance. But that’s no excuse for investors to…

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Here’s how much passive income a £10,000 investment in Greggs shares could generate in 2026

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Are Greggs shares a good choice for investors looking for passive income? Stephen Wright thinks analysts might be underestimating the…

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