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The 6 big problems with dividend shares

| Cliff D'Arcy

In theory, buying high-yielding dividend shares can deliver superior investment returns over time. In practice, these six issues can get…

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2 top FTSE shares beginner investors should consider buying in April

| Sumayya Mansoor

Our writer breaks down two great FTSE stocks investors should be looking at to get started investing in stocks and…

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£8k in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to retire with a second income of £1,000 a month!

| Mark David Hartley

This Fool is considering a strategy to secure a second income from a small pool of savings. With the right…

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I’d like to buy these 3 bargains for my Stocks and Shares ISA before the FTSE climbs higher

| Harvey Jones

As the FTSE 100 surges and a host of shares look like ending the week a lot higher, Harvey Jones…

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Here’s why I use the Warren Buffett approach to try to beat the stock market

| Alan Oscroft

I reckon the Warren Buffett approach to stock market investing might be more important than ever, in these times of…

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The J D Wetherspoon share price crashes 10% while the FTSE rockets! Time to buy?

| Harvey Jones

After a strong run the J D Wetherspoon share price has plunged on today's interims results. Here's what Harvey Jones…

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Growth Shares

The FTSE 100 nears 8,000 points! I don’t think these UK shares will stay cheap for long

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why the stock market has been rallying this week after central bank meetings, and flags UK shares…

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3 of the best FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy as a beginner investor

| Mark David Hartley

To ensure a smooth introduction to investing, this Fool is weighing up the long-term benefits of reliable and well-established FTSE…

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Up 25% in weeks! Has the Lloyds share price entered a new phase?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane examines why the Lloyds share price has surged by a quarter in a matter of weeks -- and…

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New dividend policy sends the Phoenix Group share price up 10%. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

A progressive and sustainable dividend policy, with a 10%+ yield? No wonder the Phoenix Group Holdings share price climbed on…

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These 3 UK shares have 9%+ dividend yields. Can it last?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks at a trio of UK shares with high yields -- one of which is due to fall…

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I’d buy 58,997 Legal & General shares for £1,000 a month passive income

| John Fieldsend

Where to look on the FTSE 100 stock for a £12K yearly passive income target? Our Foolish writer explains why…

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The ISA deadline’s approaching! Here’s how I’d invest £5,000 now

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights one struggling FTSE 100 stalwart he'd happily snap up inside his Stocks and Shares ISA before 5…

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With no money in the bank, I’d use these FTSE 100 stocks to build wealth

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains how he'd focus on artificial intelligence and the banking sector when picking FTSE 100 stocks for long-term…

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I’d invest £5,000 in this FTSE REIT to target a £760 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This FTSE 250 REIT is paying a chunky dividend yield! Zaven Boyrazian explains how he’d boost his portfolio income with…

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Revealed! The 10 best-performing FTSE 100 shares in 2024

| John Fieldsend

Despite the Footsie treading water, plenty of FTSE 100 stocks have achieved double-digit returns so far this year. But which…

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Don’t mourn London’s woeful performance — exploit it

| Malcolm Wheatley

Global markets have rocketed to all-time highs, as inflation worries ease. London is a rare exception — the Footsie’s peak…

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3 UK stocks I own for growth and returns

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains the reasoning behind her decisions to buy these three UK stocks including pros, cons, and her aims…

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2 of my top cheap FTSE 250 shares to consider buying before April!

| Royston Wild

Our writer Royston Wild thinks these cheap UK shares could be brilliant buys ahead of next month's Stocks and Shares…

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How we’re building passive income of £100k a year

| Cliff D'Arcy

In my search for passive income, I'm always on the lookout for high-yielding shares. Even after rising 16.4% in a…

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Warren Buffett inspired me to buy this FTSE stock!

| Sumayya Mansoor

This Fool explains how investing legend Warren Buffett, and his influence, helped her decide to buy this stock for her…

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Is this once high-flying FTSE 250 stock finally showing signs of recovery?

| Sumayya Mansoor

Soaring during the pandemic period, this FTSE 250 dropped soon after. Does a recent update show signs of a turnaround?

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Down 50% in the last year, does this FTSE 100 stock have any luxury left?

| Jesse Williamson

This writer considers one instantly recognisable FTSE 100 stock to see if it might warrant a place in his portfolio…

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Just released: our 3 top small-cap stocks to buy in April [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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I’m avoiding these FTSE 100 shares like the plague!

| Paul Summers

The FTSE 100 boasts some great businesses. But there are also a number of dogs, thinks Paul Summers. Here are…

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An 8% yield and 35% below its high! This FTSE investment looks excellent to me

| Oliver Rodzianko

With analysts expecting strong future earnings growth, Oliver Rodzianko thinks this FTSE investment is stellar for passive income.

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Up 58% over the last 12 months, I think this growth stock will keep on climbing

| Oliver Rodzianko

With a stable balance sheet, a great track record, and strong earnings estimates, can this growth stock climb up higher…

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There are many reasons to like Tesco shares!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer runs through a trio of things he likes about Tesco shares, as well as some possible risks he…

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Down 30%, these UK shares should grow fast according to analyst estimates

| Oliver Rodzianko

With wide diversification, a stable balance sheet and promising earnings estimates, Oliver Rodzianko thinks these are top UK shares, despite…

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With an 8% dividend yield, these 2 undervalued shares are a winning combo

| Mark David Hartley

Once again I'm on the hunt for high-yield dividend stocks to add long-term value to my portfolio. Will these two…

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How I’d invest my ISA allowance right now to target annual passive income of £1,590

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how he'd use his annual £20k ISA allowance this year to target four-figure passive income streams for…

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If I’d put £5,000 in BAE Systems shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

This investor takes a look at the year-to-date performance of BAE Systems shares and says whether he’d still buy them…

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Is J D Wetherspoon a bargain FTSE 250 stock today?

| Ben McPoland

This Fool considers one instantly recognisable FTSE 250 stock to see if it might warrant a place in his portfolio…

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Growth Shares

If these 3 things happen, I think the BT share price will stop falling

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains key factors, including the release of the full-year results in May, that could finally spark a rally…

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This UK income stock has grown its dividend 144% in just five years!

| Christopher Ruane

This income stock has a very strong recent track record of dividend growth. This writer thinks the business model can…

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At a 12-month high, could the M&G share price still be a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The M&G share price has hit a new one-year high after strong annual results and a dividend increase. Our writer…

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The Next share price is flying up 28% in a year – but can it keep going after today’s results? 

| Harvey Jones

Today's full-year results have driven the Next share price even higher, as the FTSE 100 retailer thrives while others fall…

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£17,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £3,375 a month in passive income

| Mark David Hartley

A small savings pot can go a long way towards building a passive income stream but it requires commitment. I’m…

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Forget the Magnificent Seven! Here are my Tasty Two FTSE 250 alternatives

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith skips a trip across the pond and instead focuses on FTSE 250 growth stocks that he feels offer…

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Should I sell this FTSE 100 stock before TikTok gets banned?

| John Fieldsend

Very few FTSE 100 stocks will have anything to do with TikTok, but this investment fund might have some cause…

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