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5 stocks Fools have bought for growth and dividends

| The Motley Fool Staff

Sometimes, an investor doesn't have to make the choice between buying a growth stock or dividend shares! Some investments offer…

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“The biggest lesson I’ve learned from the stock market in 2024 has been…”

| The Motley Fool Staff

Stock-market investing is subject to ups and downs (but, historically, ups overall!) What are you taking away from this year?

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Just released: December’s small-cap stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

We believe the UK small-cap market offers a myriad of opportunities across a wide range of different businesses and industries.

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Just released: December’s lower-risk, higher-yield Share Advisor recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Ice ideas will usually offer a steadier flow of income and is likely to be a slower-moving but more stable…

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Just released: our 3 top small-cap stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Small-cap shares tend to be more volatile than larger companies, so we suggest investors should look to build up a…

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Recently released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: December’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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Recently released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Highlighting some of our past recommendations we think are of particular interest today, due to a combination of business performance…

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UBS predicts the FTSE 250 could surge in 2025!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Analysts forecast that tremendous value could be unlocked in the FTSE 250 as economic conditions and government spending ramp up…

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Where’s the FTSE 100 heading in 2025? Here are the latest forecasts

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The FTSE 100 might be on track to reach record highs in 2025, but which market sectors should investors be…

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How much would I need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to earn £300 a month?

| John Fieldsend

The Stocks and Shares ISA is looking even better for passive income. What kind of outlay could be needed to…

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If I’d put £30,000 into the FTSE 250 a decade ago, here’s what I’d have today!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 250 has delivered solid returns since 2014. Is investing in an index fund or buying individual shares the…

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Can the filthy cheap BP share price rocket in 2025? Here’s what the experts say

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones took advantage of a tough year for the BP share price to add the stock to his portfolio…

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I aim for a million buying just 10 or so shares!

| Christopher Ruane

Rather than investing in dozens of different companies, our writer is focussing on finding a few great ones to help…

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Has this 6% yielding penny share fallen too far?

| Christopher Ruane

After a testy few days for a penny share our writer holds, he revisits the investment case and weighs management…

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These are the 3 top-yielding FTSE 250 stocks in my passive income portfolio

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley explains why these three mid-cap stocks make good additions to his passive income portfolio, despite lacking the stability…

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3 stock market pitfalls for beginners to look out for

| Mark Hartley

When investing in the stock market it's easy to fall foul of these three big mistakes. Our writer considers some…

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The second phase of AI’s started. I expect these UK shares to benefit

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon believes these UK shares could do well as artificial intelligence solutions are introduced within the corporate world.

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How much will be needed to start buying shares in 2025?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why he thinks it need not cost the earth to start buying shares and details some considerations…

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Can the Next share price defy the odds and grow another 25% next year?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is in awe of the Next share price, which has shrugged off the troubles hitting retail for another…

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3 passive income mistakes to avoid

| Stephen Wright

The stock market’s a great place to look for passive income opportunities. But an important part of investing is figuring…

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This under-the-radar FTSE stock is set to print money in 2025

| Stephen Wright

FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks get a lot of attention. But looking beyond the familiar names can potentially bring…

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I bought Scottish Mortgage shares in May and August 2023. Time to bank my 37% gain?

| Harvey Jones

Scottish Mortgage shares have been flying, boosted by events across the Atlantic. Harvey Jones now wonders if this is as…

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Which Warren Buffett stocks should investors consider buying in December?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Warren Buffett has a lot of high-quality stocks in his portfolio, so should investors follow in his footsteps, or could…

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40,730 shares of this FTSE stock unlock a £500 monthly second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This FTSE stock’s been tumbling for years, but dividends have stayed in place, opening the door to a 10.4%-yielding second…

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I’m investing £100 a month in a SIPP to target a passive income that beats the State Pension

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Leveraging the power of a SIPP can turn even a £100 monthly investment into a £1.5m pension pot for a…

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2 top FTSE 100 shares to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025

| Ben McPoland

Our writer picks a pair of Footsie shares from his Stocks and Shares ISA that he reckons look attractive heading…

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3 ISA mistakes to avoid in 2025!

| Christopher Ruane

This trio of ISA mistakes can be costly. Our writer explains what they are and why he'll try to avoid…

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The 4 largest investments in my Stocks and Shares ISA are all outperforming the S&P 500 this year

| Stephen Wright

Beating the S&P 500's an ambition for many investors. But after a strong year for a few stocks, Stephen Wright's…

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Close to £6, can the Rolls-Royce share price still offer any value?

| Christopher Ruane

Having traded for under 40p in 2020, the Rolls-Royce share price this week sat closer to £6. Does our writer…

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Here’s my 3-step plan to target a £2,400+ second income in 2025!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains the three moves he is making now to set up a sizeable second income next year without…

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Here’s why I’d rather start investing with £500 than £5,000!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how he'd start investing using the same principles he applies as a seasoned investor, even with limited…

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If I’d invested £10,000 in an S&P 500 index tracker in 2009, this is how much I would have today!

| Andrew Mackie

As the S&P 500 continues to make new highs throughout 2024, Andrew Mackie assesses whether he should invest solely in…

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3 ways to boost a SIPP

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane shares a trio of ways in which he hopes to try and increase the long-term value of his…

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What FTSE shares might raise their dividends annually for the next half century?

| Christopher Ruane

By looking at some characteristics of one FTSE 100 Dividend Aristocrat, our writer hopes to spot some potential future serial…

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Down 23%, this FTSE 250 stock could have further to fall

| Stephen Wright

Shares in JD Wetherspoon are falling as higher costs threaten to wipe out the FTSE 250 firm’s profits. So why…

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Here are 2 potentially top UK shares to consider buying before 2025

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

More double-digit growth from UK shares could be just around the corner, especially for these two cheap-looking, high-quality stocks.

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My Stocks and Shares ISA’s up almost 40% in 2024! Here’s my strategy for 2025

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian beat the market in 2024, outpacing even the S&P 500. Here’s how he did it and what investment…

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Is this penny stock worth considering at 69p?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This penny stock's up 140% in the last five years, but is it still worth considering based on its long-term…

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Stock market crash: when will the AI bubble burst?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

AI spending is reaching new record highs, but is this creating a stock market bubble on the verge of bursting?…

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13,176 shares in this UK dividend stock could pay me £1,000 a year in passive income

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explores a FTSE 250 dividend stock that has faced challenges recently but now presents an opportunity for high-yield…

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Warren Buffett just sold 19% of this top growth stock! Should I be worried?

| Ben McPoland

Over the past few quarters, Warren Buffett has been dumping stocks, including one impressive growth stock owned by this Fool.

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10,428 shares of this UK stock generates £1,000 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Taylor Wimpey shares currently have an impressive 7.3% yield that's capable of generating a lucrative passive income. But is this…

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Up 45%, will this FTSE 100 growth share soar AGAIN in 2025? I think it could

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best FTSE 100 growth shares to buy for the New Year? Here's a soaring stock I plan…

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How I could make £1 million investing in an ISA

| Ben McPoland

This writer sets out a realistic strategy and timeframe for getting to a seven-figure ISA portfolio by investing in the…

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Here’s my £3-a-day passive income plan for 2025!

| Christopher Ruane

By putting aside a few pounds each day and investing it in proven blue-chip shares, our writer hopes to set…

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Recently released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Highlighting some of our past recommendations we think are of particular interest today, due to a combination of business performance…

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The IAG share price soars another 31% in a month but its P/E is still just 6.74!

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones could have enjoyed the IAG share price in 2024, if he'd had the courage of his convictions and…

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