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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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Best British value stocks to consider buying in December

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to reveal their top value shares, including one 'Fire' and one 'Ice' recommendation...

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Is Nvidia heading for the mother of all stock crashes in 2025?

| Alan Oscroft

After a seemingly unstoppable rise, is AI chipmaker Nvidia's stock going to suffer badly if the current AI boom cools…

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Fancy a 13.9% dividend yield? Consider these dirt-cheap investment trusts!

| Royston Wild

These investment trusts are trading at whopping discounts to their net asset values (NAVs). Here's why they could prove to…

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Consider these 3 steps in 2025 to target a winning second income!

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild picks three of his favourite investing strategies that can help individuals build an enormous second income.

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If the market shut down for 10 years, I’d be happy to hold these 2 FTSE 100 shares

| Ben McPoland

Our writer reveals a pair of FTSE 100 shares that he reckons are well set up to deliver strong returns…

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Surely, the Rolls-Royce share price can’t go any higher in 2025?

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price was the best performer on the FTSE 100 in 2023 and so far in 2024. Dr…

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Here’s how an investor could start buying shares with £100 in January

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains some of the things he thinks investors on a limited budget should consider before they start buying…

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Forget FTSE 100 airlines! I think shares in this company offer better value to consider

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks value investors looking for shares to buy should include aircraft leasing company Aercap. But is now the…

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Are Rolls-Royce shares undervalued heading into 2025?

| Stephen Wright

As the new year approaches, Rolls-Royce shares are the top holding of a US fund recommended by Warren Buffett. But…

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£20k in a high-interest savings account? It could be earning more passive income in stocks

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us want a passive income, but a high-interest savings account might not be the best way to do…

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3 tried and tested ways to earn passive income in 2025

| Mark Hartley

Our writer examines the latest market trends and economic forecasts to uncover three great ways to earn passive income in…

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Here’s what £10k invested in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2024 would be worth today

| Harvey Jones

Last week's dip gives the wrong impression of the FTSE 100, which has had a pretty solid year once dividends…

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Is Helium One an amazing penny stock bargain for 2025?

| James Beard

Our writer considers whether to invest in a penny stock that’s recently discovered gas and is now seeking to commercialise…

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UK REITs: a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

| Stephen Wright

As dividend yields hit 10-year highs, Stephen Wright thinks real estate investment trusts could be a great place to consider…

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Here are the 10 BIGGEST investments in Warren Buffett’s portfolio

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Almost 90% of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway portfolio is invested in just 10 stocks. Zaven Boyrazian explores his highest-conviction ideas.

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Here’s the stunning BP share price forecast for 2025

| Harvey Jones

The BP share price enters 2025 in poor shape, after a tricky year for energy stocks. Harvey Jones looks at…

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How to target a £100,000 second income starting with just £1,000

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains the various strategies investors can use to try and earn a £100,000 second income in the stock…

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My 5 BIGGEST Stocks and Shares ISA investments for 2025 and beyond

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian shares his largest Stocks and Shares ISA investments made this year. Each has explosive growth potential, but they…

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Should investors consider these 30 dividend stocks for their SIPP for ENORMOUS retirement income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian shares the growing list of British stocks hiking dividends for more than 20 years in a row that…

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3 ISA strategies to consider in 2025

| Ben McPoland

This Fool believes that when it comes to building wealth through an ISA portfolio, there are three basic approaches worth…

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7 top tips to consider for an £88k passive income!

| Royston Wild

A regular monthly investment in trusts or shares could yield a stunning passive income in retirement. Here's how an investor…

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2 penny shares I think could shine in 2025

| Alan Oscroft

I have my eye on a few penny shares, as I'm thinking that the year ahead could turn out to…

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2 ISA strategies for success in 2025

| Dr. James Fox

The ISA is a great vehicle for our investments, sheltering our returns from tax and providing us with the opportunity…

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Here’s how an investor could start building a £10,000 second income for £180 per month in 2025

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer illustrates how an investor could put under £200 each month into shares and build a long-term five-figure passive…

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Here’s how I’m finding bargain shares to buy for 2025!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer takes a fairly simply approach when it comes to hunting for cheap shares to buy for his portfolio.…

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Up 262%! This lesser-known energy company is putting other S&P 500 stocks to shame

| Mark Hartley

Our writer delves into the rationale behind the parabolic growth of this under-the-radar S&P 500 energy company. The reason isn’t…

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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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£20k of savings? Here’s how an investor could turn that into passive income of £5k a year

| Christopher Ruane

A £20k lump sum, invested in a mix of blue-chip shares with a long-term approach, could generate thousands of pounds…

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Is the BP share price set for a 75% jump?

| Stephen Wright

The highest analyst target for BP shares in 2025 is 75% above the current price. So should investors consider buying…

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An investor could start investing with just £5 a day. Here’s how

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how an investor could start investing in the stock market with limited funds, by following some simple…

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This renewable energy dividend stock offers a huge 13% yield

| Alan Oscroft

Dividend stocks focused on solar and other renewable energy sources are falling out of favour. It's time to take a…

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When it comes to passive income, I think investors should listen to Warren Buffett’s advice about Olympic diving

| Stephen Wright

When it comes to investing, Warren Buffett thinks it’s best to keep things simple. With Olympic diving, though, it’s a…

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Here’s why I’m expecting big things from my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025!

| James Beard

Our writer explains why he believes his Stocks and Shares ISA is well positioned to deliver strong growth over the…

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3 top Vanguard ETFs to consider for an ISA or SIPP in 2025

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for core holdings for an investment account or SIPP? These Vanguard ETFs could be worth considering, says Edward Sheldon.

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Are these the best 10 UK shares to consider buying and holding in 2025?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Here are the best-performing UK shares for the second half of 2024. Can they maintain their upward trajectory? Zaven Boyrazian…

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Will the stock market crash in 2025?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Some think there could be a stock market crash next year. Should investors heed the warnings or ignore them? Here’s…

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Is this penny stock on track for an explosive recovery in 2025?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This penny stock skyrocketed 1,400% in early 2024! But will the group’s latest operational progress send the shares even higher…

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Here are 5 of the most popular passive income stocks investors are buying

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

These are the most bought passive income stocks in December, but are they truly good investments? Zaven Boyrazian looks at…

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Where can the BAE Systems share price go in 2025? Let’s ask the experts

| Alan Oscroft

The BAE Systems share price has had a strong year in 2024, but it's started slipping back a bit as…

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Fancy a £20k+ passive income? Consider buying FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares!

| Royston Wild

Investing in UK blue-chip shares from the FTSE and elsewhere can be a great way to build wealth. Here's one…

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I’ve just bought more of this sinking FTSE 100 share! Here’s why

| Royston Wild

Looking for long-term share price gains and dividend growth? Check out this FTSE 100 share our writer's bought in recent…

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