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17% of my Stocks and Shares ISA is invested in these 2 UK shares

Stephen Wright looks to focus on investments in companies that have strong competitive advantages. And two UK shares stand out…

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2 UK stocks that could do well out of the general election

Jon Smith runs the rule over two UK stocks that may benefit from higher spending on healthcare, consumer staples and…

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Start supercharging passive income with REITs!

Are REITs the ultimate investment for boosting income generated from a portfolio? Zaven Boyrazian explores some of the most lucrative…

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AI stocks vs EV shares; which is the best sector for me to invest in?

Jon Smith considers the recent rally in AI stocks and weighs up whether to allocate more money there versus EV…

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How I’d aim to grow my Stocks & Shares ISA from £20k to £1m

Jon Smith explains how diversification and focusing on sectors for the future can help grow his Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Down 14% in a month, is this the FTSE 100’s biggest bargain right now?

Jon Smith mulls over whether he should buy one of the worst-performing FTSE 100 stocks based on it being an…

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How long does it take to become a millionaire using a Stocks and Shares ISA?

The average Stocks and Shares ISA has returned 9.64% a year over the last decade. That turns a £1,000 monthly…

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2 no-brainer UK shares I wish I’d known about when I started investing

When starting out in the investing world, it can be scary. Here are two stable UK shares to consider for…

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Should I buy Shein shares after the IPO?

Jesse Williamson looks at whether Shein shares could be a good investment with an IPO imminent.

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What are the best stocks to buy with £500 in 2024?

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down a growth and income share from his portfolio that he believes are the best stocks to…

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Up 55%, the Rolls-Royce share price just keeps rising! Am I missing out?

Momentum in the Rolls-Royce share price is putting the FTSE 100 to shame! Am I missing out by staying on…

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Should I buy this FTSE 100 giant sitting near its 52-week low?

This popular FTSE 100 stock is having a tough ride in 2024. But is this secretly a buying opportunity for…

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I’d start buying shares with £600 like this

Our writer has been investing years. So if he was to start buying shares on a limited budget, how would…

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2 UK stocks that could benefit from the growth of AI

Investing in AI isn’t just about semiconductor stocks. Investors should also pay attention to the potential for a huge boost…

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Here’s how I’d build £1,000 a month in passive income starting from scratch

Our writer looks at a way to build up a one-grand-a-month passive income stream from dividend stocks over the next…

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This is Warren Buffett’s biggest stock investment. Should I buy its shares too?

Over 40% of Warren Buffett’s portfolio is invested in a single company. Does that make it one of the best…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Lloyds shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

Lloyds shares are on the rise despite the risk of an interest rate cut emerging later in the year. So,…

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Is June a can’t-miss opportunity to try and get rich with UK shares?

UK shares are on fire right now, with the FTSE 100 already up by double digits! So is 2024 the…

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How to create a ton of passive income with two easy steps

With a well-resourced ISA and a data-driven approach to picking the right stocks, our writer says we can earn quite…

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Here’s how I’d start investing with £8 a week

Our writer explains how he would start investing for the first time if he had his chance over again, with…

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UK stocks are still cheap even as the FTSE 100 makes new highs

A series of takeover bids have pushed up the price on a number of UK stocks. But Stephen Wright thinks…

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Forget day trading! I’d rather follow Warren Buffett to build stock market wealth

This Fool reckons following billionaire Warren Buffett's example of making money in the stock market is far superior to dabbling…

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How to kickstart a beginner portfolio of FTSE shares with £10k in 2024

Starting a new portfolio of FTSE shares can be a daunting process. Zaven Boyrazian breaks down his approach to launching…

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Will the UK stock market crash in 2024?

As May came to a close, bearish stock market predictions started emerging again. Should investors be worried about a potential…

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3 positive signs for the Rolls-Royce share price

Rolls-Royce has been doing well of late with the share price responding positively. And it seems new reasons for optimism…

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Here’s how much I’d have if I’d put £1k in FTSE 100 stocks at the last general election

Jon Smith considers the return he would have made from buying FTSE 100 stocks back in 2019 and muses on…

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The Hindenburg Omen indicates a stock market crash is coming! Time to sell?

A bifurcated stock market combined with declining investor sentiment appears to spell danger for share prices. What should Stephen Wright…

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£5,000 in savings? I’d invest it with a Stocks and Shares ISA

With money tucked away, this Fool would make the most of the benefits provided from a Stocks and Shares ISA…

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2 very cheap shares I’m thinking about buying for June with £600

Jon Smith considers two cheap shares from the FTSE 250 that he feels have the potential to rally over the…

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Should I buy Diageo shares or not touch them with a bargepole?

Here’s what I think is the reason for Diageo shares falling and what I’m doing about it for my portfolio…

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How I’d invest £1,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for long-term wealth

Shares in Rentokil Initial have fallen 35% over the last 12 months. Stephen Wright thinks this could be a good…

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Should I buy the newly promoted FTSE 100 UK shares on the reshuffle?

Jon Smith considers the likely candidates up for promotion to the FTSE 100 this week and explains which UK shares…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I’m buying hand-over-fist

Offering lower prices than the competition in a durable industry can be a great investment proposition. And this FTSE 250…

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Are these the best 3 REITs to buy for passive income in 2024?

Real estate investment trusts can be a lucrative source of passive income. But should these three REITs be on investors’…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

Rolls-Royce shares continue to surge as management continues to defy expectations. But how much money have investors made since the…

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5 UK shares to watch as the general election approaches

As Labour and the Conservatives set out their plans for the UK, which shares should investors be watching? Stephen Wright…

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The FTSE 100’s on fire, but what’s the best stock to buy now?

With the UK stock market starting to surge, it’s time to hunt for the best stocks to buy now. But…

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Is the 11.7% yield for this FTSE 250 stock too good to be true?

A double-digit payout from a FTSE 250 stock’s often a warning sign to steer clear. But is NextEnergy Solar Fund…

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No savings in 2024? I’d use the Warren Buffett method to start building wealth

Almost half of the Britain’s population has less than £1,000 in savings. But could following Warren Buffett’s strategy help change…

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Surprise! The FTSE 100 could be on track to reach 10,000

Upcoming interest rate cuts could send the FTSE 100 to over 10,000 by as early as February 2025. Here’s what…

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