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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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Here are my favourite growth shares to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian highlights two long-term UK growth stocks he’s recently bought ahead of 2025 from his 'best shares to buy…

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A 7% dividend yield but down 16%! Is this mining giant a no-brainer?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This FTSE 100 mining titan has taken quite a tumble, but the dividend yield's now high, and long-term tailwinds might…

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3 S&P 500 stocks that could surge under Donald Trump as US president

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

These three S&P 500 companies are all set to benefit from Trump’s planned policies, so they might be set to…

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£5,000 invested in a FTSE 250 index fund during Covid would be worth this now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian looks at the FTSE 250 index’s performance since the pandemic ravaged the world. Has an index fund been…

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£5,000 invested in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2024 would be worth this now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The FTSE 100's up by double-digits, but it’s Britain’s banks that are stealing the show. Here’s how much profit investors…

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2 high-yield dividend shares to consider for a BIG second income in 2025

| Royston Wild

Looking for ways to make a market-beating second income next year? You might want to take a look at these…

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 value stocks to consider in December!

| Royston Wild

Searching for the best FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 bargain shares? Here, Royston Wild picks out two of his favourites…

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3 mega-cheap small-cap stocks to consider in December!

| Royston Wild

These small-cap stocks are on sale right now. Royston Wild thinks they merit serious attention, even from investors chasing passive…

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Growth Shares

Based on these oil price forecasts, the BP share price could have a tough 2025

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he thinks a stagnant oil price could be a problem for the BP share price over…

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This AI penny stock could be set to explode higher in 2025

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith spots a penny stock that's secured a couple of large contracts recently and that he thinks could be…

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Up 100%+ in a year, here’s an unsung growth stock for investors to consider

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through a growth stock that's been on a one-way trip to the stratosphere in recent months, thanks…

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Here’s why the Lloyds share price faltered in November

| Stephen Wright

The threat of unspecified car loan liabilities kept the Lloyds share price in check during November. But is the market…

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Here’s 1 cheap UK share I wouldn’t touch with a bargepole!

| James Beard

Despite attracting the attention of two major investors and trading at a discount to its book value, our writer doesn’t…

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Growth vs value investing: time for value to shine?

| Andrew Mackie

Since the global financial crisis, growth has trounced value investing; but, this Fool argues, this is unlikely to be the…

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How investors can build a second income dividend shares portfolio with £10k

| Kevin Godbold

£10k could kickstart a dividend shares portfolio for second income, so here's how investors could consider allocating their money now.

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Here’s why the Persimmon share price fell 14% in November

| Stephen Wright

November wasn’t a great month for UK house building companies. But the Persimmon share price indicated it has problems the…

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Warren Buffett just invested in Domino’s Pizza! Should I buy it too?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Warren Buffett's bought shares in Domino’s Pizza, but should investors follow in his footsteps? And can UK investors lock in…

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Investing £5 a day could unlock a £3,000 second income! Here’s how

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Regularly drip-feeding money into a portfolio can potentially build a five-figure portfolio with a four-figure second income in just 12…

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Is this dividend-growth stock in my SIPP ready to explode in 2025?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

I’ve just bought more of this dividend-growth stock in my SIPP as its growth potential in 2025 continues to heat…

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Here’s a pair of UK shares I think could outperform in 2025

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian highlights his two favourite discounted UK shares in the technology sector that could be terrific buys to consider…

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US growth stocks are on fire! Here’s one I’ve just bought in my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The S&P 500 is up 26% since 2024 began, yet there are still plenty of growth opportunities to consider in…

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These 2 high-yield shares could deliver a £1,000 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

These dividend stocks offer some of the biggest passive income in the FTSE 100 that’s more than double the market…

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2 cheap penny stocks to consider in December!

| Royston Wild

These penny stocks trade on rock-bottom price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios. Royston Wild explains why he thinks they're too cheap not to…

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Best British dividend stocks to consider buying in December

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our writers to share their top dividend stock for December, including two Share Advisor 'Ice' recommendations!

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Why has the Unilever share price shot up 23% this year?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why, although he likes the investment case for consumer goods giant Unilever, he isn't crazy about the…

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Up 22% in a year, here are 2 risks I now see for the Lloyds share price

| Christopher Ruane

On common valuation metrics, the Lloyds share price looks like a potential bargain. Christopher Ruane explains some risks that hold…

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5 Stocks and Shares ISA mistakes to avoid

| Christopher Ruane

By avoiding this handful of mistakes, our writer aims to improve the long-term wealth creation potential of his Stocks and…

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Could the Rolls-Royce share price hit £6 – or even £7?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explores some potential levers that could push the Rolls-Royce share price to £6, £7, or maybe even higher…

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I’m hunting fallen FTSE 100 shares to buy — and retire early!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why he is poring over FTSE 100 members hoping to find shares to buy that offer more…

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Up 332%, this iconic UK share has really surprised me!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane considered adding this UK share to his portfolio in 2020 but didn't -- and has missed out on…

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Here’s how I’d start (or continue!) buying shares with £500

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane, if he had his time again, would start buying shares the way he does now. Here he explains…

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3 ISA strategies to consider

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane weighs some pros and cons of three different investment strategies and explains how he manages his Stocks and…

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Should I buy more Ferrari shares for my SIPP?

| Ben McPoland

Ferrari stock has done very well in this investor's SIPP portfolio. But is it attractively priced to warrant investing more…

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My simple 3-step passive income plan for 2025

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland outlines a straightforward plan to sustainably increase his passive income from dividend stocks in the New Year.

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Are UK penny stocks set to skyrocket in 2025?

| Alan Oscroft

With UK growth shares becoming thinner on the ground, I think growth investors might turn to penny stocks in the…

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Are these the best FTSE 250 dividend shares to consider buying for 2025?

| Alan Oscroft

When looking for income shares to buy, it's worth checking out the whole stock market and not just the traditional…

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Can the FTSE 100 hit 10,000 in 2025? Here’s what the experts say

| Alan Oscroft

It's guessing game time again, as we all get out our crystal balls and try to predict where the FTSE…

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£1,000 parked in the FTSE 100 at the start of the year, would be worth this much now

| Christopher Ruane

Despite liking the profitable performance of the FTSE 100 index so far this year, Christopher Ruane explains why he bought…

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Could British American Tobacco shares actually provide a long-term second income?

| Stephen Wright

If next-generation products can replace lost cigarette earnings, then a FTSE 100 stock with an 8% dividend yield could be…

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Up 13% in a day, is this FTSE 250 stock set for a comeback?

| Stephen Wright

Shares in FTSE 250 footwear company Dr Martens jumped 13% on Thursday. But is an 18% revenue decline really something…

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