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Why I think the Halma share price is a buying opportunity

With the Halma share price falling, Stephen Wright sees a stock he'd buy as lower short-term M&A activity creates a…

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With an 8.5% dividend yield, I’d back this FTSE 100 stock for passive income in a recession

Stephen Wright explains why Taylor Wimpey is his housebuilder of choice for investors looking for recession-resistant passive income.

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Why the Tesla share price has increased 1,230% since 2018 (and how to find the next Tesla)

The Tesla share price has surged over the last five years. Stephen Wright looks at why and what investors should…

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Down 16%, should I rush to buy shares in this FTSE 100 Dividend Aristocrat?

Shares in this Dividend Aristocrat are trading at a 52-week low. So should Stephen Wright start making room in his…

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Could this FTSE 100 stock offer a 14% annual return over the next decade?

Strong returns on invested capital make Halma shares an interesting proposition for Stephen Wright. Is the FTSE 100 stock a…

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I’ve been buying this FTSE 250 stock to start building a dividend snowball

Primary Health Properties is a FTSE 250 REIT that Stephen Wright has been buying shares in. Here’s how it fits…

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Why the stock market could still crash in 2023

The macroeconomic situation in the UK has Stephen Wright wary of a stock market crash. Here’s how he’s getting himself…

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UK REITs: a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity

The FTSE 350 REIT index is at its lowest level in a decade. Stephen Wright thinks it’s time to look…

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One FTSE 100 company I think Warren Buffett should buy

Stephen Wright thinks Admiral’s competitive advantages mean the FTSE 100 insurer would be a great addition to Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance…

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Apple shares: should investors be worried about China’s iPhone ban?

With 19% of Apple’s revenues coming from China, Stephen Wright wonders whether owners of the shares should be worried about…

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Down 91%, this FTSE 250 stock looks dirt cheap to me

The 91% decline in the Synthomer share price since 2021 makes it the worst-performing FTSE 250 stock. But Stephen Wright…

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Which will be worth more in 2030? IAG or easyJet shares?

According to Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary, change is coming for European air travel. Stephen Wright looks at what this means…

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With £1,000 to invest in September, I’d buy 35 shares of this FTSE 100 stock

Bunzl is a FTSE 100 stock that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. Stephen Wright thinks it’s time to…

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My top FTSE 100 growth stock to buy in September

Stephen Wright thinks Experian’s lagging share price is a great opportunity to add a top FTSE 100 growth stock to…

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My top 3 dividend stocks to buy in September

Stephen Wright’s top dividend stocks for September include a FTSE 100 insurer, a FTSE 250 healthcare REIT, and a food…

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3 things investors need to know about the Lloyds share price

Stephen Wright looks into the Lloyds share price -- and what it shows about how investors are thinking about the…

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3 reasons why right now is a great time to start earning a second income in the stock market

Stephen Wright thinks that the outlook for interest rates means that now is the time for investors looking to to…

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This monthly dividend stock is at a 52-week low. I’d buy it today for lifelong passive income

Stephen Wright has a REIT at a 52-week low on his buy list. With 25 years of growth and monthly…

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At a 52-week low, is the British American Tobacco share price too cheap to ignore?

The British American Tobacco share price is at its lowest point this year. But does a 9% dividend yield justify…

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2 top FTSE 100 stocks to buy during a sell-off

While the stock market battles with wage growth fuelling inflation, Stephen Wright has two of the FTSE 100’s best businesses…

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Near a 52-week low, this FTSE 100 stock looks like a buy to me

Halma shares are close to their 52-week lows after an earnings wobble. But Stephen Wright thinks this FTSE 100 stock…

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With the Admiral share price soaring, is the stock a buy after earnings?

As the Admiral share price rises after its trading update, here’s why Stephen Wright thinks the FTSE 100 insurance company…

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With a spare £1,000, I’d boost my passive income with these FTSE 250 dividend stocks

Stephen Wright thinks that two FTSE 250 REITs with 7% dividend yields look like great opportunities for investors looking for…

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Which shares has Warren Buffett been buying and what does it say about the stock market?

Warren Buffett looks to be betting on the housing market, with investments in DR Horton, Lennar, and NVR. Should UK…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest for a £10,000 second income

Looking to earn a second income? Stephen Wright outlines the risks and rewards associated with dividend stocks, as well as…

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Close to its 52-week lows, this Warren Buffett stock looks like great value

Down 16% this year, which Warren Buffett stock does Stephen Wright think is great value?

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After a strong trading update, are InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) shares a buy?

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) shares are rising after a strong trading update. Stephen Wright thinks there could be more to…

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Should I buy FirstGroup shares?

FirstGroup shares look like a good investment opportunity. But what’s the big red flag that’s putting Stephen Wright off the…

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With an activist on board, is it time to buy Dr. Martens shares?

With a strong brand, a share buyback programme, and an activist investor on board, Stephen Wright thinks Dr. Martens shares…

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Why Croda International shares gained 4% in July

With revenues falling by 22% and earnings per share down 84%, why have Croda International shares been going up? Stephen…

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As Meta shares continue their comeback, is it too late to buy the stock?

Meta shares are rising after a strong earnings report. But 20% short of record highs, is there still a buying…

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With inflation coming down, is a bull market coming for the FTSE 100?

Despite a positive week for the FTSE 100, Stephen Wright thinks there’s plenty for UK investors to be aware of…

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

The UK seems more likely to enter a recession than the US or Europe. Stephen Wright thinks this could mean…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Taylor Wimpey shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

Taylor Wimpey shares look like a dividend cut is coming. But Stephen Wright thinks the stock might still be good…

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How I’d invest £17,000 to aim for £6,000 in annual passive income

Stephen Wright thinks a £17,000 lump sum could turn into a £6,000 passive income stream with time, patience, and care.…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Glencore shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

Glencore shares have fallen by 21% over the last 12 months. But Stephen Wright thinks that there’s more to this…

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With cash yielding 6%, is dividend investing still worth it?

Even with interest rates on cash savings higher than yields on FTSE 100 stocks, Stephen Wright thinks dividend investing is…

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With less than £1,000 in savings, here’s how I’d boost my monthly income… and ditch the credit cards

Stephen Wright thinks earning monthly income through dividends could be a great step towards financial security and fighting the rising…

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With the FTSE 100 at its lowest levels of 2023, is now the time to buy UK shares?

Stephen Wright thinks patience is key with the FTSE 100 right now. But with the index at its lowest level…

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What 5% interest rates mean for passive income investors

What should passive income investors look for in stocks to buy? Stephen Wright thinks strong balance sheets are crucial and…

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