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Alan Oscroft

Alan is a freelance writer who began writing for The Motley Fool in the late 1990s. He has been a private investor for more 30 years, and has explored a number of strategies, settling on high-yielding blue-chip shares.

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2 resurgent Footsie growth stocks I’d buy before it’s too late

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Are these Footsie growth stocks well into a new bull run?

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2 FTSE 250 multibaggers that should have plenty of growth still to come

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These 2 FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) high flyers have rewarded shareholders well.

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2 big reasons I’d sell Sirius Minerals plc

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I'm very bullish on Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX), but there are good reasons why I would sell.

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Lloyds Banking Group plc, Aviva plc and OneSavings Bank plc: would I buy all three?

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Are Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY), Aviva plc (LON: AV) or OneSavings Bank plc (LON: OSB) attractive at present?

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2 great dividend stocks for the next five years

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The next five years could be a golden spell for FTSE dividends and these two look appealing.

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2 stocks with great dividend and growth potential

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Mixing a proven performer with an exciting growth star could liven up your portfolio.

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d never sell

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These FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares should provide dividends for life.

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2 small-cap stocks that look set to soar

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These two shares should reward you well over the next 10 years.

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2 top yielders I’d buy and hold for the next 10 years

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The true test of a top dividend stock is how it will reward you over the next 10 years and…

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2 AIM growth stocks to consider buying before it’s too late

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The AIM (INDEXFTSE:AXX) index is home to some cracking growth candidates.

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3 FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy with dividends yielding more than 6%

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2017 looks like a great year for FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) dividends.

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Here’s why Royal Dutch Shell plc shares could reach £28 in 2017

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Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON: RDSB) should reward shareholders nicely this year.

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Lloyds Banking Group plc is heading for a golden decade

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Where is Lloyds Banking Group plc (LSE: LLOY) going to be in 10 years time?

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2 great ‘hidden’ shares for growth investors

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Here are two potential growth shares that might not be so obvious.

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2 growth stocks set to double in price

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How soon will these hot growth shares rise by 100%?

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2 great growth stocks with tasty dividends too

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Why pick between growth shares and dividend shares when you can have both?

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2 stocks looking cheap on sparkling results

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Here are two very different shares, looking cheap for different reasons.

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This high-flying stock should keep on soaring

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Check out this top performing share that should just keep on going.

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Multibagger stocks defined

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Here's your guide to those elusive multibagger shares.

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Use your ISA allowance by the end of the month, or lose it

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An ISA is a great thing, and you should use as much of yours as you can each year.

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Here’s why I’d sell Aviva plc

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Would you be mad to consider selling Aviva plc (LON: AV)?

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2 growth stars to perk up your portfolio

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Here are two very different shares, both of which show exciting growth prospects.

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2 stocks I’d buy after FY results

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Check out these two hot stocks which have just reported impressive results.

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Why Old Mutual plc is a great pick for your ISA

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Old Mutual plc (LON: OML) looks like a great long-term investment, inside or outside an ISA.

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After rising 150% in a year, this stock could be gold for your portfolio

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This stock has soared since the start of 2016.

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The FTSE 350 recovery stock I’d buy today

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If you're looking for recovery bargains, the FTSE 350 (INDEXFTSE:NMX) is a good place to start.

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2 soaring growth shares that could have further to go

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Don't you just love a great growth stock story? Here are two.

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2 small-cap stocks headed for profitable recovery

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These 2 small cap shares have plunged, but they could be set for strong recoveries.

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FY results reveal 2 small caps with hidden growth potential

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Keeping your eyes open for small-cap growth opportunities? Check out results from these two.

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3 FTSE 250 dividend stocks at super low prices

| Alan Oscroft

If you want cheap dividend stocks, the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) is home to plenty.

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Can these February FTSE 250 high-flyers keep on soaring in March?

| Alan Oscroft

February has been a great month for the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX), and March is already looking good for further gains.

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3 top FTSE 100 dividend stocks at bargain basement prices

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Top FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividends don't come cheap, you say? Think again.

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Will FY results keep these two stocks flying high in 2017?

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These two smaller stocks could be up there with the winners of 2017.

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SPO vs SPI: which cracking growth prospect should you buy?

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Can Sportech plc (LON:SPO) or Spirent Healthcare plc (LON:SPI) add growth to your portfolio?

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2 high-flying FTSE 250 shares that could have further to go

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If you're looking for growth opportunities, the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) is laden with them.

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2 top FTSE 250 climbers with growing dividends

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Here's how these two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) winners could reward you well.

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3 small-cap dividend stocks I’d buy in March

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There are some great dividends to be had from among the Footsie's smaller companies.

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Why these two small-cap stocks look good to me

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Here are 2 small caps that are tempting for different reasons.

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3 small-cap growth stocks I’d buy in March

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Check out these 3 growth opportunities with results coming our way in March.

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2 hot growth stocks to buy today on impressive results?

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Can these two growth opportunities propel you to handsome profits?

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