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Stephen Wright

Stephen has a PhD in Philosophy and teaches at the University of Oxford. He's an enthusiastic Warren Buffett follower and focuses on buying quality businesses at sensible prices. He's also a podcaster with the PlayingFTSE show.

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How I plan to invest £750 before the ISA deadline

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With the ISA deadline approaching, here’s how I plan to use the last £750 of this year’s allowance and the…

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The Nvidia and the Intel share prices both jumped! Should I buy either stock?

| Stephen Wright

Nvidia's share price and Intel's share price are both soaring. Stephen Wright considers whether either is an attractive investment following…

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Lloyds vs Barclays vs NatWest vs HSBC — which share price is the most attractive?

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffet loves investing in banks. Here’s how the share prices of the UK banks – Lloyds, Barclays, NatWest, and…

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3 of the best passive income stocks to buy in April

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Owning stocks that pay dividends allows me to make money while I sleep. Here are three passive income stocks that…

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Why the Games Workshop Group share price just shot up 11%

| Stephen Wright

Strong trading results and an increased dividend are driving the Games Workshop share price higher today. Stephen Wright thinks it’s…

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Is the beaten-down Rolls-Royce share price a buying opportunity?

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With the company's share price below £1, Rolls-Royce shares look cheap. But Stephen Wright thinks that the balance sheet is…

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Top UK shares to buy before the ISA deadline

| Stephen Wright

The deadline for using this year’s tax-free ISA allowance is coming. But I think there are still plenty of good…

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How to invest like Warren Buffett

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As Berkshire Hathaway announces an $11.6bn deal for Alleghany, Stephen Wright looks at the acquisition and outlines how to echo…

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Do National Grid shares offer protection from inflation?

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright is concerned that cuts to the company’s allowed rate of return might be a big red flag when…

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Up 50% in a week, is the Purplebricks share price a trap?

| Stephen Wright

Purplebricks shares have reversed their losing trend and are up 50% in the last week. Is it time to buy…

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What should I invest in right now?

| Stephen Wright

Attractive opportunities to invest in stocks are hard to find. But Stephen Wright thinks there's value to be had for…

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1 stock to buy BEFORE a stock market crash

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Warren Buffett says that when the tide goes out, we see who’s been swimming naked. Here’s the stock I’m using…

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3 FTSE 100 shares that have DESTROYED the index (and how they’ve done it)

| Stephen Wright

These three UK shares have blown the FTSE 100 out of the water over the last five years. How have…

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Here’s why a Warren Buffett fintech stock is exploding today

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StoneCo shares are down 89% in the last year, but are roaring back today. They’re still a long way from…

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The 1 renewable energy stock I’m buying right now

| Stephen Wright

As the shift towards renewable energy intensifies, I'm looking at taking advantage by buying shares in this company today.

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Here’s how I’d use £2 a day to build a passive income portfolio

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Passive income isn’t just for people who are already rich. Here’s my plan to generate a consistent passive income stream…

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Why Alibaba, NIO, and XPeng shares are surging today

| Stephen Wright

The NYSE listings of Alibaba and other Chinese companies are on fire! Here’s why today’s big announcement has sent stocks…

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What’s the best way to invest in renewable energy?

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Wind and solar energy are rapidly becoming viable alternatives to coal and gas. But what’s the best way for me…

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Down 15% in a year, is it time to buy Unilever shares?

| Stephen Wright

Unilever shares are back where they were in 2016. Is it time for me to buy or are there issues…

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What I’m doing TODAY to prepare for a stock market crash

| Stephen Wright

A stock market crash might be on the way. Here are three things to do right now to prepare.

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When will the JD Wetherspoon share price recover?

| Stephen Wright

With COVID-19 restrictions in the UK coming to an end, is it time for JD Wetherspoon to shine?

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Why Warren Buffett is buying Occidental Petroleum

| Stephen Wright

Why is Warren Buffett buying shares in Occidental Petroleum now when he's been ignoring them at lower prices all year?

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What’s next for the BAE Systems share price?

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The BAE Systems share price has been driven higher by the conflict in Ukraine. But what's next for the company's…

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Should I buy Amazon shares before the stock split?

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Amazon is about to split its stock for the first time since the dotcom boom. Is this an opportunity for…

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I’m ignoring Russian stocks and concentrating on the best UK dividend stocks to buy now

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Russian stocks have collapsed, but I think that the risks outweigh the rewards. Here are the UK dividend stocks I'm…

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Should I sell my stocks?

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With the stock market falling, should I sell my shares and buy them back later? Or is there a better…

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Stocks to buy now: an under-the-radar winner that’s quietly dominating its industry

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Stephen Wright has been buying shares in a company that has never lost a customer to a competitor. What is…

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How low can the Cineworld share price go?

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The Cineworld share price has been falling consistently for some time. Stephen Wright looks at the company's fundamentals to see…

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When will the stock market recover?

| Stephen Wright

Stock markets have always recovered before. Will they recover again, and will it happen sooner rather than later?

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What’s going on with the Hurricane Energy share price?

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With oil prices rising sharply and Warren Buffett buying shares in an oil company, what's next for the Hurricane Energy…

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Is it a good time to invest in stocks?

| Stephen Wright

With volatility comes opportunity. There are plenty of shares trading at attractive prices today and I think it's a great…

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I’m following Warren Buffett’s advice on IAG shares

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With IAG shares down again today is this a buying opportunity? Stephen Wright turns to Warren Buffett for help.

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3 dividend stocks to buy in March for sustainable passive income

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Stephen Wright identifies three dividend stocks that he's keeping a close eye on this month. One is a US company,…

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3 dirt-cheap value stocks to buy in March

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Stephen Wright identifies three stocks that he thinks are trading below their intrinsic value for March 2022.

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3 growth stocks with huge upside to buy in March

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With growth stocks underperforming value stocks since the beginning of the year, Stephen Wright discusses three growth stocks with strong…

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How I’d build a diversified portfolio of UK stocks like Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger

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Stephen Wright outlines what UK shares he would buy to follow Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's advice for building a…

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Why I’m avoiding TUI shares at all costs

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TUI shares have rallied 20% in the last three months but remain 85% below their 2018 highs. Stephen Wright explains…

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Market volatility is soaring. Here’s what Warren Buffett says to do

| Stephen Wright

With stock markets in turmoil, Stephen Wright looks to Warren Buffett for advice on how to navigate stock market volatility.

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3 Warren Buffett stocks to buy now and hold for the next decade

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Warren Buffett likes to look for strong companies that are available at attractive prices. I think that Amazon, Verizon, and…

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How I’m following Warren Buffett’s advice about dividends and passive income to make money while I sleep

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett has an important warning for investors who hope to get rich by collecting dividends.

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