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3 under-the-radar UK shares that could make investors richer

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Motley Fool Share Advisor analyst Zaven Boyrazian outlines three hidden UK shares he’s investigating further for potential long-term returns.

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How I’d invest £500 using 3 lessons from billionaire Warren Buffett

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These three simple lessons from Warren Buffett could guide investors into reaping jaw-dropping investment returns over the long run.

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Start building lifelong passive income in 2025 with just £5 a day

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Saving a fiver a day can pave the way to a £44k passive income and a portfolio worth more than…

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£10,000 invested in Taylor Wimpey shares 10 years ago is now worth…

| Royston Wild

Taylor Wimpey's shares have fallen almost a quarter over the past decade. But Royston Wild thinks they may be about…

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Are Sainsbury’s shares a white-hot buy as annual profits hit £1bn?

| Royston Wild

FTSE 100 retailer Sainsbury's has seen its shares tick higher following a strong trading update. What should investors do next?

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How much could a 30-year-old ISA investor have if they invested £500 a month until 60?

| Royston Wild

Generous tax advantages mean Stocks and Shares ISA investors can boost their chances of enjoying an early retirement.

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The S&P 500’s 12% off its highs. Is now a good time to buy US shares for an ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, a lot of British investors are wondering whether it’s a good time to buy US shares. Here, Edward…

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How can I protect my 2025 Stocks and Shares ISA against tariff war pain?

| Alan Oscroft

Just when we were looking forward to a new Stocks and Shares ISA allowance for 2025-26, the world is thrust…

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The top 3 mistakes to avoid if the stock market crashes

| Mark Hartley

When the stock market dips, it can make even the hardiest of investors quiver at the knees. But no matter…

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Making these moves in an ISA now could pay off in 5 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in an ISA now, while shares prices are low, could look like a brilliant move in five years’ time,…

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Is this the end of the FTSE 100 market rout? 3 things I’m watching like a hawk

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith looks to assets such as the US dollar and gold for signs of whether or not the FTSE…

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Up 18% in the past week, I think this FTSE 100 share could keep soaring!

| Royston Wild

While the FTSE 100's up 5.6% in the past week, this blue-chip share's risen much more sharply. Can it move…

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Aston Martin: is there a real risk the FTSE company goes bust?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes the struggles over the past few years of an iconic car brand, but explains why his head…

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I’ve been investing in the stock market for 25 years. Here are 4 tips to navigate the current volatility

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing during periods of extreme stock market volatility isn’t easy. Here, Edward Sheldon provides his top tips to get through…

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3 FTSE 250 shares to consider for a well-diversified portfolio!

| Royston Wild

Looking for ways to create a well diversified portfolio? Here are three FTSE 250 shares to think about for growth,…

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Prediction: 12 months from now, the easyJet share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The easyJet share price appears to be significantly undervalued as investors fixate on short-term woes rather than long-term potential gains.

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Prediction: 12 months from now, the Vodafone share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Could the Vodafone share price jump by 30% over the next 12 months? Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer look at…

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Prediction: 12 months from now, the Aviva share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Aviva share price tumbled in the tariff-induced market turmoil, but could this have created a new buying opportunity for…

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Prediction: 12 months from now, the BAE share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With EU defence spending on the rise, the BAE Systems' share price could surge… right? Not necessarily. Zaven Boyrazian digs…

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Prediction: 12 months from now, the IAG share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores how high the IAG share price can fly over the next 12 months and what factors investors…

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Prediction: 12 months from now, the BP share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The BP share price crashed in April following the aftermath of US tariffs and tumbling oil prices. But is this…

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£10,000 invested in the FTSE 250 10 years ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 250 has been an underperformer over the last decade, but some of its stocks have delivered explosive returns…

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£10,000 invested in the FTSE 100 10 years ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even after multiple crashes and corrections, the FTSE 100 has still delivered impressive returns for long-term investors since 2015.

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£20,000 invested in a Stocks and Shares ISA 5 years ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stocks and Shares ISA investors have reaped enormous returns since the pandemic, but how much money have they actually made?…

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Investing £100 a month for 10 years could generate a second income of…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even small investors can unlock a large second income from the stock market. Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates how much wealth just…

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These 7 unloved UK dividend stocks have a 9.3% yield!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The energy sector isn’t getting a lot of love from investors right now, but that’s sending the yields of these…

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Here’s a 5-stock ISA portfolio that could generate £1,000 a month in passive income

| Ben McPoland

Our writer shows how a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA could go on to generate the equivalent of over £1,000…

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With US stocks shaking, I’m using the Warren Buffett method to build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With over $300bn of cash, Warren Buffett may soon start looking for long-term, bargain-buying opportunities within the US stock market.

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Should I buy US or UK stocks for my SIPP portfolio?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights one of the largest current holdings in his SIPP portfolio, which is a US share. So why…

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Are these the best UK shares to consider buying as US stocks whiplash?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores UK shares that have next to no direct exposure to US tariffs and asks whether these are…

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Have we reached the bottom of this stock market correction?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stock markets worldwide crashed on fears of a new global trade war, only to quickly reverse course! Is it too…

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Investing £10,000 in income stocks will generate a passive income of…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying high-yield dividend stocks can unlock enormous passive income in the long run, but how much money can investors make…

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I asked ChatGPT to name 5 FTSE shares for the perfect SIPP. Here’s what it picked

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones called on ChatGPT to help him decide which shares would be right to buy for a well-balanced SIPP.…

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Is this the best S&P 500 stock to consider buying in these volatile times?

| Royston Wild

With bullion prices still rocketing, I think buying the S&P 500's only gold stock is worth serious consideration right now.

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2 investment trusts to help investors become Stocks & Shares ISA millionaires

| Dr. James Fox

One of the biggest challenges for new Stocks and Shares ISA investors is which investments to make. Dr James Fox…

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A year ago, £10,000 in Tesco shares — at today’s price — is now worth…

| Royston Wild

Tesco's provided solid investor returns since April 2024 thanks to strong share price gains and healthy dividends. Can it keep…

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Is April a great time to start investing?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer spotlights a top-tier tech stock that has sold off recently, making it worthy of consideration for someone ready…

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Want a comfortable retirement? Here’s how much you need in your SIPP

| Dr. James Fox

The SIPP is a great vehicle for confident investors to build their personal pension over time and eventually use that…

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3 ways I try to spot cheap shares during a stock market crash

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through his process of filtering for cheap shares at a time when simply buying anything isn't the…

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As share trading hits new records, here’s why I’m planning to keep buying UK shares!

| Royston Wild

Thinking like Warren Buffett and buying 'on the dip' can unlock significant long-term returns from UK shares. Here's why.

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