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Kevin Godbold

Kevin Godbold is a freelance writer and private investor with a background in business, management and engineering.

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Reckitt raises its dividend, is now a good time to invest in the shares?

| Kevin Godbold

Fast-moving consumer goods business Reckitt defies its doubters and edges towards growth, but the shares remain steady, for now. 

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Rolls-Royce shares rocket higher, but are they still a good investment?

| Kevin Godbold

This turnaround is turning, but this is only the beginning and there’s likely to be more to play for with…

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Reach shares leap on reassuring update, are they still a bargain?

| Kevin Godbold

The situation isn’t perfect, but I think I’m seeing good value in Reach shares and a business that looks set…

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Glencore shares seem cheap but something looks wrong

| Kevin Godbold

I’m tempted by Glencore shares because of the cheap-looking valuation but this one thing bothers me – am I being…

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Are Croda International shares a Warren Buffett-style opportunity right now?

| Kevin Godbold

Quality business Croda International just reported fallen sales and profits with cash flow up, but the shares may bounce back.

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Persimmon shares leap on inflation news. Are they still a bargain?

| Kevin Godbold

The plunge in Persimmon shares has stopped for the time being, but there’s an elephant still in the room, despite…

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AI watch: are US tech stocks about to fall off a cliff?

| Kevin Godbold

Some analysts are sounding a warning about bubble-like valuations in US tech stocks involved in AI, but not all of…

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Side hustle secrets: how I’m aiming to be an armchair millionaire

| Kevin Godbold

I’m a lazy Libran who’s not keen on breaking into a sweat on the journey to millionaire status, and here’s…

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I’d heed Max Ehrmann’s warning before plunging into cheap shares now

| Kevin Godbold

I’d forget what's been said so many times about no-brainer cheap shares and listen to what Max Ehrmann advised back…

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A lifelong second income for £10 a week? Here’s how I’d achieve it

| Kevin Godbold

Here are the vital factors I’d aim to leverage to generate a second income from stocks and shares that can…

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Can easyJet shares make me rich?

| Kevin Godbold

easyJet’s third-quarter update shows the business is performing well, but can the shares make a good long-term investment now?

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9% dividend yield! 1 FTSE 100 dividend stock to consider right now

| Kevin Godbold

There’s no denying this FTSE 100 stock has a high dividend yield now, but is the payment sustainable and will…

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What investors can learn from the ending of Russia’s Ukraine grain deal

| Kevin Godbold

Investors may not realise that the Ukraine grain deal could be linked to world methane emmisions – a notorious greenhouse…

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If starting from scratch with stock market investing, this is what I’d do first

| Kevin Godbold

If I could start again with stock market investing I’d aim to mitigate risk and build things up by following…

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How I’d invest my windfall money if inheritance tax is abolished

| Kevin Godbold

Many people could be in for a windfall if inheritance tax is abolished and here’s how I’d invest the extra…

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How I finally turned my stock investing around and started building wealth

| Kevin Godbold

For years my stock account failed to make any money, until I did this one thing and investing changed for…

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Forget gold! I’d buy cheap UK shares now before the next stock market rally

| Kevin Godbold

I think I’m seeing a once-in-a-decade opportunity to profit from cheap UK shares, but it’s time-limited, so I’m acting right…

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The stock market’s turning! I’ve never seen a better time to buy UK shares like this one

| Kevin Godbold

Fully invested and no cash! I’m so frustrated. But here's one of the UK shares I’d consider buying now, if…

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2 high-scoring UK quality stocks to consider immediately

| Kevin Godbold

UK stocks with robust quality indicators have fallen in price and now they're on sale, but the situation probably won't…

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I’d forget buy-to-let! These 5 property investments all yield more than 7%

| Kevin Godbold

When it comes to property, real estate investment trust (REIT) stocks have crashed and are candidates for a long-term portfolio. 

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How the FTSE All-Share index can help investors become ISA millionaires

| Kevin Godbold

The FTSE All-Share index has produced more multi-bagging stocks than America’s stock market and it may continue to outperform.

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Has the IDS share price created the value opportunity of the decade?

| Kevin Godbold

Royal Mail owner International Distribution Services (IDS) may be on the cusp of a turnaround and the share price could…

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What on earth’s going on with the BT share price?

| Kevin Godbold

Are rising interest rates affecting the BT share price and is the 6% dividend attractive given news flow and the…

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A once-in-a-decade chance for life-changing returns from a Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Kevin Godbold

After a long period of economic uncertainty, valuations for stocks and shares are depressed and it’s a good time to…

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How I’m buying cheap UK shares now and aiming to become a stock market millionaire

| Kevin Godbold

The status of a stock market millionaire really is within the grasp of private investors, even when they're on an…

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Is Games Workshop an unmissable stock opportunity?

| Kevin Godbold

Here’s why I recently embraced the risks to own some Games Workshop stock for the long term... and a potentially…

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Is Diageo the ultimate retirement stock?

| Kevin Godbold

Premium alcoholic drinks maker Diageo has an impressive financial record, but the stock has issues worth careful consideration.

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Is Unilever the ultimate retirement stock?

| Kevin Godbold

Unilever’s valuation is lower than it was and the dividend is attractive. But are the risks worth taking for retirement…

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1 stock near its 52-week low to consider buying now

| Kevin Godbold

This stock has multi-bagged before and could do so again. But is it one to buy now, or one to…

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Is FTSE 100 company National Grid a no-brainer stock for dividend investors?

| Kevin Godbold

There’s no denying National Grid’s high yield and consistent dividend record, but the stock presents investors with a dilemma.

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Should investors consider or avoid Sainsbury’s shares for a dividend portfolio?

| Kevin Godbold

Sainsbury’s shares pay a high-looking dividend yield and recent trading has been steady, but here’s something else to consider.

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Is FTSE 100 company Aviva a no-brainer stock for dividend investors?

| Kevin Godbold

There’s no denying Aviva’s high dividend yield and the momentum in the business. But is it a stock to buy…

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Is the FirstGroup share price primed to rocket?

| Kevin Godbold

Despite strong gains since 2020, I reckon steady business momentum may drive the FirstGroup share price higher in the years…

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How I’d invest £700 in stocks and shares right now

| Kevin Godbold

A £700 investment now could be the first step towards making a million with shares over a lifetime for savvy…

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£5k to invest? Here are 2 FTSE 100 stocks to consider right now

| Kevin Godbold

With the early signs of easing price inflation, I think it’s a good time to consider owning FTSE 100 stocks,…

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Are defence stocks a no-brainer opportunity for investors right now?

| Kevin Godbold

Why Saxo’s head of equity strategy thinks defence stocks will continue to be a winning investment theme for the years…

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2 stocks to consider and buy for the new bull market?

| Kevin Godbold

There are several attractive value and growth stocks on the London market right now and for me, it’s time to…

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The Forterra share price is down, so is the stock a buy?

| Kevin Godbold

Despite Forterra’s fallen share price, I think there’s value in this building products maker now and earnings look set to…

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3 dividend stocks to consider now for a second income 

| Kevin Godbold

Market conditions have created several promising second income dividend opportunities and I'd focus on these three stocks now.

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Do Halfords shares offer good value right now?

| Kevin Godbold

Value indicators look promising for Halfords shares, so is the stock worth adding to a diversified portfolio for income and…

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