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Recently 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 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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Recently 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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Just released: our top 3 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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Just released: the 3 best growth-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: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying before 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: November’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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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in November [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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FTSE 100 to yield 4.1% in 2023! These 2 dividend shares pay more than twice that

| Harvey Jones

I've been buying dividend shares in 2022. And I'm going to carry on buying them next year because they offer…

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Should investors buy UK stocks now for a bull market in 2023?

| Kevin Godbold

Compelling advice from two very successful investors is helping me gauge whether to buy UK stocks now for 2023 and…

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3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy now for 2023 and beyond

| Kevin Godbold

The FTSE 100 has some businesses that are performing well, with low-looking valuations and good prospects, such as these shares…

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Should I buy Scottish Mortgage shares for 2023 after growth stocks crashed?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox investigates whether he should buy Scottish Mortgage shares for 2023 after a tough year for the growth-focused…

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A FTSE director just invested £100k in this stock

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Director dealings can provide valuable insights. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights a FTSE director purchase that recently caught his attention.

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares remain a long way below their pre-Covid levels. Are they worth buying for 2023? Edward Sheldon takes a…

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5 top stocks for passive income in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in dividend stocks is a good way to generate passive income. Here, Ed Sheldon highlights five stocks he's thinking…

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2023 dividend forecasts: Aviva, Anglo American & Reckitt

| Roland Head

Roland Head reviews the latest dividend forecasts for these big-name FTSE 100 stocks. What should shareholders expect in 2023?

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Lloyds shares: here are the dividend forecasts for 2023 and 2024!

| Royston Wild

Lloyds shares still carry eye-popping dividend yields despite recent share price gains. So should investors buy the bank for passive…

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4 small-cap stocks I’d buy to hold for the next 10 years

| Royston Wild

Here are four of my favourite small-cap stocks to buy in 2023. Here, I’ll explain what makes them terrific shares…

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How high can the FTSE 100 go in 2023?

| James Beard

The FTSE 100 will end the year largely unchanged from 12 months ago. Will 2023 be a better year for…

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Will Big Tech stocks like Amazon and Alphabet rebound in 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After years of strong gains, the Big Tech stocks have slumped. Can they make a comeback in 2023? Here's Edward…

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Revealed! The most sold FTSE 100 stocks by Hargreaves Lansdown investors

| Royston Wild

Demand for these FTSE 100 stocks sank among Hargreaves Lansdown clients this year. But could they rebound in 2023?

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My top 3 stock market predictions for 2023

| Andrew Mackie

Many investors will be glad to see the back of 2022. Andrew Mackie explores the prospects for the stock market…

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How I’m making my life easier for 2023 with these passive income ideas

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith outlines some passive income ideas from growth stocks and dividend payers to set himself up for the coming…

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After a tough few years, is now the time to buy Tesco shares?

| Gabriel McKeown

Gabriel McKeown takes another look at Tesco shares and considers whether he should add the company to his new year…

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1 stock makes up 38% of Warren Buffett’s portfolio! Should I buy it?

| Charlie Carman

One Warren Buffett stock stands head and shoulders above the rest as the billionaire investor's favourite. Would our writer add…

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My best dividend shares for 2023

| Kevin Godbold

The concept of reinvesting income from these defensive dividend shares looks like a good way to compound gains for the…

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Should I buy NIO stock for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

NIO stock is trading near $10 as we head towards 2023. Is this a great buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon takes…

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I’m not tempted by Rolls-Royce shares, here’s why

| Gabriel McKeown

Gabriel McKeown outlines why he would not add Rolls-Royce to his portfolio as he begins selecting investments for the new…

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Should I buy IAG shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

IAG shares have risen recently as conditions in the airline industry have begun to normalise. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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I’d invest £1,000 in cheap shares now to start building long-term wealth

| Christopher Ruane

By looking at cheap shares through a lens of long-term value and not just price, our writer hopes he can…

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2 hated UK shares I’d back to bounce hard in 2023

| Paul Summers

As bad as things seem, our writer thinks these UK stocks could outperform the market in 2023. He owns one…

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Should investors buy this dirt-cheap FTSE 100 dividend stock for 2023?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 100 share is tipped to raise dividends sharply over the short-to-medium term. Here's why I think it could…

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These FTSE 100 shares have fallen 30%+ in 2022. Should I buy them for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three FTSE 100 shares that have tanked in 2022. Should he snap them up for his portfolio?

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1 of my favourite FTSE 100 dividend shares for 2023!

| Royston Wild

I've been scouring the FTSE 100 for the best dividend shares to buy for 2023. Here's one I'd invest in…

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3 FTSE 250 shares I bought for big dividends in 2023

| Cliff D'Arcy

The FTSE 250 has crashed by almost 20% in 2022 -- its worst year since 2008. But as stocks plunged,…

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My top 10 FTSE 100 shares for 2023

| Alan Oscroft

It's hard picking from all those FTSE 100 shares. Here's a selection narrowed down to just 10, which might make…

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Lloyds shares fell 3% in 2022. Time to sell or buy?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Lloyds shares have dipped by 3% in 2022, leaving them at the same level they were 10 years ago. With…

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2 stocks I’d buy in 2023 for great passive income

| Gabriel McKeown

Gabriel McKeown identifies two FTSE stocks he'd like to add to his 2023 investment portfolio for passive income in the…

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Is the Superdry share price set to surge?

| Christopher Ruane

The Superdry share price has more than halved in a year. Christopher Ruane thinks some recent news may offer hope…

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Should investors buy a FTSE 100 index tracker or pick stocks in this volatile market?

| Kevin Godbold

I think it's a great time for investors to pick stocks, but here's why I'm also putting money in a…

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I’d aim for a million spending £10 a day on shares — starting in 2023

| Christopher Ruane

Can putting £10 a day into shares help our writer aim for a million? He thinks so. Here's how he'd…

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Should I buy Tesla stock for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The valuation on Tesla stock has come down significantly over the last year. Is now the time to buy? Edward…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares 3 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Charlie Carman

Rolls-Royce shares have plummeted over the past three years. Our writer explores the return he'd have made from an investment…

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Searching for a New Year’s resolution? I’d start investing to build wealth!

| Andrew Mackie

Many people, including this Fool, want financial freedom. This means that throughout 2023 I'll continue on my investing journey by…

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Here’s where I’ll be investing my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon plans to make plenty of moves within his Stocks and Shares ISA next year. Here's a look at…

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Should I buy Persimmon shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Persimmon shares look cheap and currently have a high dividend yield. Does that make them a good buy for 2023?…

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3 FTSE 100 predictions for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been thinking about what lies ahead for the FTSE 100 index. Here are three predictions for next…

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6.2% and 7.2% dividend yields! 2 FTSE 100 dividend shares I’d buy in 2023

| Royston Wild

These blue-chip stocks are extremely popular with investors seeking to boost their passive income. Would I buy them for my…

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