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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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Is the falling Google share price the buying opportunity I’ve been waiting for?

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With the share price of Google’s parent company Alphabet falling this morning, is this the chance to buy that our…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Aviva shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

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How much would £1,000 invested in Aviva shares five years ago be worth now? Our writer looks at the stock’s…

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Are growth stocks a bargain?

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Our writer looks at the recent sell-off in growth stocks and identifies a hidden growth stock that he thinks is…

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Why is the stock market down today?

| Stephen Wright

Fear of lockdowns in Beijing is sending shockwaves through the stock market. With shares in Rio Tinto and BP hit…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’m buying in May… and 1 that I’m avoiding at all costs

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Stephen Wright is looking for opportunities in travel stocks in May. He’s got an eye on a FTSE 100 stock,…

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Should I buy Netflix stock?

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Stephen Wright analyses Netflix stock. The price has come down a lot recently. Is this an opportunity for our writer…

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Is the hype over for growth stocks?

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The hype seems have subsided for growth stocks. But Stephen Wright is looking to add to his portfolio as share…

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90% of investors are missing Warren Buffett’s most important advice

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Why does Warren Buffett think it’s good for investors when stock prices go down? Stephen Wright has the answer that…

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Is the hype over for Tesla shares?

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Tesla reported record revenues and profits last night, but its stock posted a modest gain in response. Stephen Wright looks…

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Netflix stock is crashing! Is it time for me to buy?

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Netflix stock is set to fall after it reported losing 200,000 subscribers. But Stephen Wright thinks there might still be…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is below £1… but I think I can do better

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With a share price below £1, Rolls-Royce shares look cheap. But Stephen Wright thinks that he can get more for…

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With stagflation and a recession on the horizon, here’s my investment strategy

| Stephen Wright

Stagflation might present some opportunities to buy high-quality names at discount valuations. Here’s what’s on Stephen Wright’s watchlist.

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Tempted by the cheap Aviva share price? Here’s what I’d do

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The Aviva share price looks tempting. But Stephen Wright thinks that the preferred stock’s 6% dividend yield is a better…

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Why the Unilever share price could hold up well in a recession

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With the possibility of a recession coming into focus, here’s why Stephen Wright is looking at Unilever stock for portfolio…

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As travel demand soars, I think this FTSE 100 stock is poised to take off

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With low capital expenses and high switching costs, Stephen Wright thinks this FTSE 100 stock could win big as holiday…

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Why Tesla shares might be about to push higher

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Where are Tesla shares going next? And what could move the share price higher? Stephen Wright sets out three reasons…

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3 cheap dividend stocks I’m getting ready to buy in April

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Three dividend stocks that I own in my portfolio are trading at cheap valuations right now. I’m looking at buying…

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I think high oil prices and stock buybacks could send the BP share price soaring

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Oil prices are over $100 per barrel. and BP is using excess cash to repurchase shares. Stephen Wright thinks this…

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Why the worst might be over for the Rolls-Royce share price

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The Rolls-Royce share price has been steadily declining for years now. But could things be about to look up? Stephen…

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The easiest way to invest like Warren Buffett

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Warren Buffett has made 99% of his money since his 50th birthday. Why is this? Stephen Wright looks at the…

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The 2 numbers I use to find the best shares to buy now

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Stephen Wright outlines the importance of the two key metrics he uses when trying to find quality businesses trading at…

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How I plan to invest £750 before the ISA deadline

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With the ISA deadline approaching, here’s how I plan to use the last £750 of this year’s allowance and the…

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The Nvidia and the Intel share prices both jumped! Should I buy either stock?

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Nvidia's share price and Intel's share price are both soaring. Stephen Wright considers whether either is an attractive investment following…

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Lloyds vs Barclays vs NatWest vs HSBC — which share price is the most attractive?

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Warren Buffet loves investing in banks. Here’s how the share prices of the UK banks – Lloyds, Barclays, NatWest, and…

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3 of the best passive income stocks to buy in April

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Owning stocks that pay dividends allows me to make money while I sleep. Here are three passive income stocks that…

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Why the Games Workshop Group share price just shot up 11%

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Strong trading results and an increased dividend are driving the Games Workshop share price higher today. Stephen Wright thinks it’s…

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Is the beaten-down Rolls-Royce share price a buying opportunity?

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With the company's share price below £1, Rolls-Royce shares look cheap. But Stephen Wright thinks that the balance sheet is…

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Top UK shares to buy before the ISA deadline

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The deadline for using this year’s tax-free ISA allowance is coming. But I think there are still plenty of good…

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How to invest like Warren Buffett

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As Berkshire Hathaway announces an $11.6bn deal for Alleghany, Stephen Wright looks at the acquisition and outlines how to echo…

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Do National Grid shares offer protection from inflation?

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Stephen Wright is concerned that cuts to the company’s allowed rate of return might be a big red flag when…

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Up 50% in a week, is the Purplebricks share price a trap?

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Purplebricks shares have reversed their losing trend and are up 50% in the last week. Is it time to buy…

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What should I invest in right now?

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Attractive opportunities to invest in stocks are hard to find. But Stephen Wright thinks there's value to be had for…

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1 stock to buy BEFORE a stock market crash

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Warren Buffett says that when the tide goes out, we see who’s been swimming naked. Here’s the stock I’m using…

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3 FTSE 100 shares that have DESTROYED the index (and how they’ve done it)

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These three UK shares have blown the FTSE 100 out of the water over the last five years. How have…

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Here’s why a Warren Buffett fintech stock is exploding today

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StoneCo shares are down 89% in the last year, but are roaring back today. They’re still a long way from…

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The 1 renewable energy stock I’m buying right now

| Stephen Wright

As the shift towards renewable energy intensifies, I'm looking at taking advantage by buying shares in this company today.

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Here’s how I’d use £2 a day to build a passive income portfolio

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Passive income isn’t just for people who are already rich. Here’s my plan to generate a consistent passive income stream…

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Why Alibaba, NIO, and XPeng shares are surging today

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The NYSE listings of Alibaba and other Chinese companies are on fire! Here’s why today’s big announcement has sent stocks…

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What’s the best way to invest in renewable energy?

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Wind and solar energy are rapidly becoming viable alternatives to coal and gas. But what’s the best way for me…

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Down 15% in a year, is it time to buy Unilever shares?

| Stephen Wright

Unilever shares are back where they were in 2016. Is it time for me to buy or are there issues…

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