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Top British dividend stocks to buy for January

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their top dividend stocks for January, with insurers and investment companies notable inclusions!

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Best British dividend stocks to buy for December

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to share the top dividend stocks they’d buy in December, with healthcare providers and housebuilders…

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Why this 18% high yield may not be as attractive as it seems

| Dr. James Fox

Dividend giant Steppe Cement offers investors a high yield, but can it be trusted? Dr James Fox explains why all…

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Here’s why FTSE 100 dividend stocks could shine in 2024

| Alan Oscroft

Forecasts have been cut back a bit, but UK dividend stocks could still be set for the best few years…

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How I’d build £10,500 of annual passive income from scratch with FTSE 100 shares

| Ben McPoland

By taking a long-term approach to investing in the FTSE 100, this writer believes he could realistically aim for a…

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Buying 3,874 shares of this FTSE 250 stock would yield a £1,200 second income!

| Charlie Carman

Want to earn a second income of £1,200 per year? This high-yield FTSE 250 dividend stock might pique investors' curiosity…

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I’d buy 9,906 of these cheap shares for £1,972 a year in passive income

| Cliff D'Arcy

The shares of this great little FTSE 100 firm pay passive income of almost 10% a year. I'd buy a…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest to earn a £1,000 a month second income

| Stephen Wright

For a £1,000 monthly second income, Stephen Wright would need to invest £160,000. That might not be realistic today, but…

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£3,000 in savings? I’d buy 3 FTSE 100 shares to target £30 a week in passive income!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how he'd aim to build passive income streams by investing a few thousand pounds in carefully-chosen FTSE…

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BAE Systems shares are hot! Is it too late to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BAE Systems shares have exploded higher over the last three years on the back of geopolitical tensions. Can they keep…

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1 top dividend stock to consider buying in November 2023

| Kevin Godbold

This cash-generating business has a great dividend record with further increases forecast and a beaten-down stock price.

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More carnage in 2024? A dividend growth share I’d buy for passive income next year

| Royston Wild

The outlook for many income-paying stocks is pretty uncertain right now. But I expect this dividend growth share to keep…

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Here’s a top income stock with an 8% yield investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

With its enticing yield and cash rich model, this Fool explains why investors looking for an income stock should consider…

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Is it too late to buy last month’s 2 best-performing FTSE 100 stocks?

| Harvey Jones

These two FTSE 100 stocks smashed the market in October and offer solid dividends. But they're looking pretty expensive as…

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2 dividend stocks that I think might be November no-brainers

| Stephen Wright

With Coca-Cola trading at pandemic multiples and Primary Health Properties offering a 7% yield, could November be a good time…

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£20k of savings? I’d buy these 5 stocks to target passive income of £16,543 a year

| Harvey Jones

A relatively small initial investment in FTSE 100 dividend stocks can generate huge amounts of passive income, given time.

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Is the Shell share price just getting started?

| Paul Summers

As the Shell share price rises on a positive update, Paul Summers considers whether the stock can continue is stellar…

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The British American Tobacco share price has crashed in 2023. Should I buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, the British American Tobacco share price is near its 52-week lows and the stock is offering a big…

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How I’m aiming to beat inflation in 2024 with these high-yield FTSE 100 dividend shares

| Mark David Hartley

One Fool UK contributor is considering dividend shares from two British pension companies to beat inflation in 2024.

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest to make £450 a month in passive income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains a couple of different ways he could build a passive income portfolio, along with the specific numbers…

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A 9.9% yield but down 14%! This FTSE hidden gem looks a bargain to me

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE investment manager has high growth potential, is undervalued to its peers, and pays a stunning 9.9% yield.

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This penny stock yields over 8%. Here’s why I like it!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains why he owns this UK penny stock that's recently achieved record full-year sales and offers a high…

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Which of these FTSE 100 shares is the better bargain this November?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares are moving in very different directions right now. So which is the best stock to buy…

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2 high-yield investment trusts I’m hoping to buy in November!

| Royston Wild

I'm aiming to buy these investment trusts for passive income when I next have cash available to invest. Here's why…

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Which FTSE 250 stock should I buy in November?

| Stephen Wright

A real estate investment trust trading at a discount to its net asset value is top of Stephen Wright’s list…

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Is the Tesco share price in danger?

| Ben McPoland

There is evidence that shoppers are spending less money on groceries due to weight-loss medications. Is this a danger to…

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Is this 21% yield income stock too good to be true?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith take a look at the highest-yielding income stock in the entire FTSE 250 and questions why the yield…

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I’d buy 6,742 shares of this stock to generate £200 of monthly passive income

| Muhammad Cheema

With a dividend yield of 8%, Muhammad Cheema takes a look at how Glencore shares can generate a healthy monthly…

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I’m buying dividend stocks that have been smashed by Ozempic and Wegovy

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Many high-quality dividend stocks have fallen recently due to concerns over the impact of obesity drugs. Is this a buying…

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From £3.67 saved a day to £500 a month in passive income? Here’s how!

| Simon Watkins

Sizeable passive income for life can be built up from very small savings amounts made regularly, due to the magic…

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2 great dividend shares investors should consider today

| Muhammad Cheema

Coca-Cola and US Bancorp are two dividend shares that have been hit hard recently. Let’s take a deeper dive to…

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After falling to 2023 lows, Lloyds shares seem a steal!

| Cliff D'Arcy

Lloyds shares have lost nearly 10% in a month and almost 17% in six months. After these falls, the dividend…

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8.6% dividend yield! Should I buy Taylor Wimpey shares for a second income?

| Royston Wild

I'm searching for the best FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy for a market-beating second income. Is this popular income…

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Is this one of the best stocks to buy on the FTSE 250 right now?

| Sumayya Mansoor

With so many quality stocks on the FTSE 250, Sumayya Mansoor reckons this is one of the best, if not…

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Here’s a 2.6% yielding dividend stock investors should consider buying

| Sumayya Mansoor

Don't be fooled by this firm's yield. Our writer explains why this dividend stock could be a great addition to…

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Could this news trigger Vodafone shares to move up in price?

| Christopher Ruane

A big announcement from the telecoms company could have long-term implications for the price of Vodafone shares, this writer reckons.

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Under £4 but yielding 7.8%, is the Aviva share price a bargain?

| Simon Watkins

The Aviva share price is significantly undervalued to its peers, despite its great core business, and provides a high passive…

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How to start generating passive income with as little as £500

| Dylan Hood

A passive income portfolio is a great way to earn some extra cash. This Fool looks at how he'd start…

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Here’s why I’m considering buying more of this FTSE 100 stock!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains why she’s tempted to increase her holdings in this FTSE 100 growth stock amid recent developments.

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Down 20% this year, is the Barclays share price an opportunity not to be missed?

| Sumayya Mansoor

As the Barclays share price struggles, our writer questions if now is the prime opportunity to buy some shares.

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With 8%+ dividends, how long can these FTSE 100 passive income stocks stay cheap?

| Alan Oscroft

Investing in UK stocks for passive income? I am, and I see so many big yields out there I'm spoiled…

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Can this 7% yielding passive income stock boost my wealth?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer is looking for juicy dividends from passive income stocks to grow her wealth. Can this investment trust help?

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