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2 FTSE dividend shares I’d love to buy for passive income

So many stocks, too little cash to buy them. But our writer can't help but be charmed by these two…

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Top UK shares I’d consider buying for growing dividends

Some UK shares have been super-reliable when it comes to throwing cash back at investors. Paul Summers picks out some…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Shell shares

The FTSE 100 behemoth currently offers an above-average dividend yield and the income stream looks set to rise again next…

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Diageo shares have rebounded in September. Time to buy this FTSE 100 dog?

When expectations are on the floor, it doesn't take much to move a stock's price upwards. Our writer thinks this…

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The Tesla share price rockets 24% in one month! Is this just the start?

The Tesla share price has gone gangbusters in September and our writer believes this might continue next month and for…

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3 rock-solid FTSE dividend stocks yielding over 5%

There's no sure thing when it comes to dividend stocks. But payouts from these FTSE firms have been more reliable…

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2 hot UK stocks hitting 52-week highs!

A couple of UK stocks have been flying of late thanks to very encouraging trading updates. With their share prices…

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BT isn’t the only FTSE 100 stock hitting a 52-week high. But which would I buy now?

Holders of perennial underperformer BT finally have something to cheer. Would our writer buy today or does he prefer another…

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8.6% dividend yield! Is this cheap FTSE 100 stock a ‘no-brainer’ buy for passive income?

Owning dividend-paying companies can be a wonderful way of making passive income. So, would our Foolish writer buy this top-tier…

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These under-the-radar FTSE 250 stocks haven’t just beaten the market. They’ve thrashed it!

If you think picking stocks never pays, our writer has news for you. Paul Summers highlights two FTSE 250 shares…

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I think these FTSE investment trusts will soar in the next bull market

Could we be at the start of the next FTSE bull market? If so, our Foolish writer believes these investment…

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I’m avoiding these FTSE ‘value’ stocks like the plague!

Value stocks have the potential to be brilliant investments but value 'traps' can destroy wealth. Our writer picks out what…

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BAE Systems isn’t the only FTSE 100 stock I like going ex-dividend in October

Our Foolish writer continues to rate BAE System shares for the passive income they throw off. But there's another FTSE…

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3 dirt cheap FTSE 100 stocks I’d consider buying for passive income

Our Fool likes the look of these stock market juggernauts for the chunky passive income they throw off, not to…

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At 52-week lows, are these FTSE 100 value stocks now outstanding bargains?

A couple of value stocks having been grabbing our writer's attention. But could things get worse for them before they…

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£10,000 invested in Rolls-Royce shares one year ago is now worth…

Rolls-Royce shares have continued to thrash the market in the last 12 months. But does a worrying development suggest that…

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3 passive income stocks I’d buy as a lower-risk investor

Paul Summers picks out three stocks he'd buy if he had a lower tolerance for risk but still wanted to…

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At a 52-week low, are BP shares now a screaming FTSE 100 bargain?

The FTSE 100 big oiler isn't doing the business for investors in 2024. But could this be a wonderful contrarian…

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Cheap FTSE growth stocks to consider buying in September

Having been in the shadows for a while, some of the UK's best growth stocks could be set for stellar…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’ll be watching closely in September

We could see a big increase in market activity next month. Paul Summers has got his eye on three FTSE…

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Nvidia stock just fell despite smashing targets. Is this a golden opportunity to buy?

Nvidia stock has beaten the naysayers and doubters yet again. And yet the share price is in retreat. Would our…

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Just 1 FTSE 100 stock for 10 years of passive income? Here’s what I’d buy

If restricted to selecting just one top-tier stock for passive income for the next decade, our writer already knows where…

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Is Aviva the best value stock to buy in the FTSE 100?

The FTSE 100 has its fair share of value stocks. Paul Summers considers whether Aviva is the best of a…

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£20,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into passive income of £500 a month!

Paul Summers explains how he'd put some savings to work in dividend-paying stocks as a way of generating passive income.

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I love Greggs shares. So why have I been selling this top UK stock?

Greggs shares are close to setting a new record high. But Paul Summers has been clicking the Sell button. Has…

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2 dull but delightful stocks I’d back to keep growing dividends

Our writer would rather back boring-but-consistent dividend growth stocks over those offering above-average amounts of passive income.

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This FTSE 250 stock trades at a big discount and looks ready to re-rate

Despite initially outperforming, this FTSE 250 investment trust has had a poor couple of years. But our writer thinks the…

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The Persimmon share price jumps after a strong first half. Is there more to come?

The Persimmon share price is up almost 40% in 12 months. Based on today's interim results, Paul Summers thinks this…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I’d be happy as Larry to buy and hold for passive income

Paul Summers checks out the latest earnings report from a FTSE 250 stock he thinks has great passive income credentials.

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If I’d put £10,000 into Glencore shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

Glencore shares have performed miserably so far in 2024. Paul Summers estimates how big his paper loss would be.

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3 FTSE shares on my shopping list if the stock market dip becomes a crash

Rather than worry about his portfolio, our writer is busy compiling a list of quality FTSE stocks he'd buy if…

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Scottish Mortgage shares: a wonderful buying opportunity for my ISA

The last few days of market chaos have caused Scottish Mortgage shares to tank in value. But Paul Summers isn't…

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Is this FTSE 100 flop now a once-in-a-blue-moon bargain?

Paul Summers takes a closer look at a FTSE 100 stock that investors have been deserting in droves. Could this…

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3 ways I could earn lifelong passive income from UK shares

Our writer believes the UK stock market offers the best route for generating passive income for the rest of his…

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The Greggs share price skyrockets on tasty half-year numbers. Should I buy more?

A delicious set of interim figures has pushed the Greggs share price up to a two-year high. Will Paul Summers…

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This FTSE 250 stock has smashed Nvidia shares in 2024. Is it still worth me buying?

Flying under most investors' radars, this FTSE 250 stock has even outperformed the US chip maker year-to-date. Where will its…

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A dirt cheap FTSE 100 stock I’d consider buying to ride the lithium boom

Our writer has been running the rule over a bargain FTSE 100 stock with exposure to a metal that should…

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History suggests these UK shares might soar if interest rates are cut in August

Some UK shares could rocket if interest rates fall from its 5.25% high next month. And there's one our writer…

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Is National Grid the best dividend stock to buy in the FTSE 100?

National Grid shares still boast a great yield that looks like it will be safely covered by profit. But is…

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After crashing 50% and 41%, are these FTSE growth stocks now unmissable bargains?

Paul Summers looks at two FTSE growth stocks currently hated by the market. Might this be a wonderful contrarian opportunity?

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