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£5k to spend? 8 ‘safe haven’ stocks with 4.5%+ dividend yields I’d buy for February

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild discusses a number of income heroes that could surge next month.

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3 FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d buy right now

| Roland Head

Roland Head flags up three stocks he'd buy from the fast-growing FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) index.

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Buy-to-let could damage your wealth in 2020. Here’s where I’d invest instead

| Harvey Jones

I'd buy shares over a buy-to-let property to build a passive income in retirement.

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No savings at 50? I’d buy these FTSE 100 dividend stocks to retire on a passive income

| Harvey Jones

These two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks could help late starters build a decent pension fund for retirement, in my view.

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Want to make a million? Forget Cash ISAs and stick with stock investing!

| Royston Wild

With a few pointers, it's really possible to make a fortune from your shares portfolio. Come take a look to…

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HSBC yields 6.9%! Why I’d still buy this fast-growth bank instead

| Tom Rodgers

HSBC offers 6.9% dividends as a FTSE 100 income star. And yet this AIM-listed bank is pulling in high yields…

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Forget buy-to-let! 3 property stocks I’d much rather buy today in an ISA

| Royston Wild

Should you really be taking the plunge with buy-to-let today? Royston Wild discusses three growth stocks that are better destinations…

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Whatever happens to interest rates, your Cash ISA will continue to disappoint

| Malcolm Wheatley

Interest rates have been at rock bottom for over a decade, and don’t look to be likely to rise any…

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Look past the negativity – there’s one very good reason why I like Glencore shares at the moment

| Michael Baxter

Glencore's shares have had a rough ride of late and the company has clearly got problems. But there is one…

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Why high-flying Greggs is my next big long-term hold

| Tom Rodgers

Greggs sales are on a roll and with much more growth, earnings, and profits coming, the bakery chain just keeps…

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Why I’d buy this FTSE 100 growth and income stock for my ISA today

| Alan Oscroft

Here's a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) growth stock I'd buy today, and a FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) one I'd keep…

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Are shares in Lloyds Bank a better bet than these fintechs?

| Michael Baxter

A few years ago, to many, It felt as if the writing was on the wall for Lloyds Bank shares,…

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Are you a Millennial? Here’s how to invest

| Michael Taylor

Michael Taylor shares how Millennials can get off to a great start investing.

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The FTSE 100 just tanked (again). Here’s what I’d do now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

It's fair to say that the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) is having a rough week.

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Is the Royal Dutch Shell share price a risk worth taking for its near-7% dividend yield?

| Paul Summers

Shares in Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:RDSB) tumble as profits slide. Paul Summers thinks Foolish income seekers should stand fast.

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks with yields over 5% that I’d buy in February

| Roland Head

As the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) takes a breather after December's spike higher, Roland Head flags up three potential buys.

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Want to start investing? Here are 3 things you need to know

| Michael Taylor

New to investing? Michael Taylor explains three things you should know before you start.

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4 things you should look out for on the income statement

| Michael Taylor

Michael Taylor looks at key things you need to check on the income statement.

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Forget buy-to-let! I’d rather buy this property stock and its 8% dividend yield

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild explains why would-be landlords would be better off buying this dividend hero instead.

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An exciting FTSE AIM 100 growth stock I’d buy today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This FTSE AIM 100 stock has huge growth potential, says Edward Sheldon.

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I think this FTSE 100 dividend stock could benefit from Brexit uncertainty

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The current financial environment is challenging for UK savers and investors. This FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock could benefit, says…

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Gold is tipped to hit $1,700/oz in 2020! This is what I’d do now

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild explains how you could get rich from booming bullion prices.

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Is this the riskiest stock in the entire FTSE 100?

| Alan Oscroft

There are very few FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares that I wouldn't go near, but this is one of them.

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Is now the perfect time to buy FTSE 100 stalwart Unilever?

| Paul Summers

Anglo-Dutch giant Unilever plc (LON:ULVR) is struggling to grow, but the investment case remains sound, thinks Paul Summers.

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The 5%-yield FTSE renewables funds I think investors will love

| Tom Rodgers

Renewables are the future for UK power, so a good investment now could pay out big time over the next…

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Forget the FTSE 100! I reckon small-cap shares like this could make you rich

| Kevin Godbold

This company reinvented its business and rose phoenix-like from the ashes. Here’s how I reckon you can find more like…

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2 FTSE 250 growth and income stocks I’d buy for my 2020 ISA

| Alan Oscroft

I think the FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) is going to soar in the 2020s, and here are two stocks I'd…

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Forget Premium Bonds and the National Lottery! I’d invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Peter Stephens

I think a Stocks and Shares ISA could improve your financial future.

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I looked into the balance sheet of Tullow Oil, and this is what I found

| Jon Smith

With the Tullow Oil share price falling, Jonathan Smith looks deeper into the company's balance sheet.

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The BT share price is falling. Here’s what I’d do now

| Roland Head

Is BT Group (LON: BT.A) a value trap to avoid or a bargain buy? Roland Head looks at the latest…

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Why I would buy this FTSE 100 tech stock now ahead of an exciting 2020

| Jabran Khan

Jabran Khan explores the world of the home food delivery industry with a focus on pioneer Just Eat.

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5 top investment tips from the Fundsmith annual letter

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These tips could help you become a better investor.

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This is what I’d do about Tesco shares today

| Kevin Godbold

Can FTSE 100 supermarket chain Tesco (LON: TSCO) power your portfolio in 2020?

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£1k to invest? I’d go for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2020

| Harvey Jones

If you've got £1k to spare, start building your tax-free retirement portfolio today.

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FTSE 100 stock Ocado has soared. What’s the best move now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ocado (LON: OCDO) shares have turned £2K into £10.5K in just three years. Is the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock…

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Worried about stock markets? 2 cheap growth shares I’d buy for my ISA for February

| Royston Wild

Don't pull up the drawbridge! These growth heroes could help you make a mint, I believe.

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No savings at 50? I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 dividend shares and retire on a passive income

| Kevin Godbold

I reckon these two FTSE 100 shares have significant potential to boost your wealth in retirement.

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Forget the Euromillions! I’d rather invest in this FTSE 100 company

| T Sligo

The chances of winning the Euromillions is extremely unlikely. Is buying Diageo shares a better bet?

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This FTSE 250 growth stock has just reported record profits. Time to buy?

| Paul Summers

Wizz Air Holdings plc (LON:WIZZ) boasts of record profit in Q3, but is the valuation too steep?

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Why I think the Vodafone share price could surge in 2020

| Alan Oscroft

The Vodafone (LON: VOD) share price has been picking up and I expect it to continue. But here's why I…

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