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I’d buy these 2 FTSE firms yielding 7.5% in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Harvey Jones

Today's low share valuations boost the appeal of investing for income using a Stocks and Shares ISA

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Why I’d invest £1,000 in this penny stock today

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he thinks this penny stock could move sharply higher over the next year.

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IG’s top 3 resilient stocks to buy

| Paul Summers

Inflation is rising at its fastest rate for 40 years. Paul Summers looks at three of IG's stock ideas to…

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Which passive income shares give me the most bang for my buck?

| Paul Summers

One way to mitigate the damage done by inflation is to own high-yielding passive income shares. Paul Summers looks at…

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Director dealings: Lloyds, Taylor Wimpey, Berkeley

| John Choong

Director dealings can indicate whether a company's doing well. So, here are this week's biggest insider transactions at three FTSE…

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Forget safe-haven gold. FTSE 100 dividend stocks are my inflation hedge

| Harvey Jones

Gold isn't working as an inflation hedge so I am relying on UK dividend stocks to protect my wealth.

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This is how I’ve built a diversified shares portfolio!

| Royston Wild

Building a diversified shares portfolio can help significantly reduce the risk I face as an investor. Here are the steps…

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Trading for pennies, is the Rolls-Royce share price an unmissable bargain?

| Stuart Blair

The Rolls-Royce share price has faced a difficult few years, and is currently under 100p. Is now the perfect time…

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5.5%+ dividend yields! 2 inflation-resistant shares I’d buy

| Royston Wild

Inflation continues to rise at eye-popping rates across the globe. Here are two inflation-resistant UK shares I'd buy to protect…

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9.5% dividend yield! Here’s a FTSE 250 dividend stock I might buy

| Royston Wild

I think now's a great time to go shopping for income shares. This FTSE 250 dividend stock has seen its…

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2 investment trusts with dividends of 5%+ I’d buy before a recession

| Christopher Ruane

This pair of investment trusts with dividends have caught our writer's eye as possible purchases for his portfolio ahead of…

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Now, more than ever, is the time to invest like Warren Buffett

| Stephen Wright

With share prices falling and fear of a recession ahead, our author thinks it’s time to follow Warren Buffett’s advice…

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Are value stocks making a comeback?

| Stephen Wright

Our author thinks value stocks will continue to outperform growth. So why is he looking for growth stocks?

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Could IAG shares be in further trouble?

| John Choong

Airport disruptions, expensive fuel, and higher inflation have dropped IAG shares further. Here's why I think it could be in…

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5 FTSE 250 shares I’d scoop up for dividends

| Christopher Ruane

This handful of FTSE 250 shares is on our writer's watchlist for his portfolio, partly because each pays a dividend.

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Is Frontier Developments’ share price a brilliant bargain?

| Royston Wild

Frontier Developments' share price has risen strongly despite the current bear market. Here's why I think the games developer still…

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After the Prudential share price falls 33%, am I seeing a no-brainer buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The Prudential share price was looking set for recovery in 2021. It's headed back down in 2022, and once again…

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3 top income stocks for passive investing

| Andrew Woods

Andrew Woods sets out three income stocks that he thinks could add value to his portfolio over the long term.

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Down a third, is the Rolls-Royce share price now a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane considers whether there is a buying opportunity for his portfolio because of the falling Rolls-Royce share price.

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Do UK penny shares offer the best investment opportunities now?

| Kevin Godbold

Here's why the term 'penny shares' could keep me out of some of the most promising small-company stock opportunities on…

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How I’d invest £500 a month to achieve a £10,000 passive income per annum

| Michael Wood-Wilson

There’s a treasure trove of shares out there and some could reward a long-term investor like me with a good…

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How a stock market correction could help you retire years early

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer does not think a stock market correction needs to hurt his retirement planning. In fact, he reckons it…

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Down 44%, Scottish Mortgage shares are finally tempting me!

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares have followed growth and tech stocks on a steep decline this year. But I think the investment…

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FTSE 100 stocks to buy and hold during the recession

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers highlights two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks that could provide him with some protection in recessionary times.

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The BAE Systems share price is soaring. Time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

I've thought of the BAE Systems share price as too low for years. And even now it's on the way…

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How I’m using my Stocks and Shares ISA allowance to aim to become a millionaire by 50

| Henry Adefope, MCSI

Henry Adefope outlines his action plan for achieving millionaire status by his early 50s through investing in his Stocks and…

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At 44p, are Lloyds shares a ‘no-brainer’ buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have fallen again in recent weeks. But at 44p a share, I see a lot of potential for…

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Down 15%, the BP share price is the star buy of the FTSE 100

| Andrew Mackie

As the BP share price falls, Andrew Mackie believes it has presented him with an opportunity to buy the dip.

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Why I’m buying UK shares to try and retire in comfort!

| Royston Wild

I've been buying UK shares during the recent bear market. I think it could help me build a retirement nest…

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2 inflation-resistant shares to buy right now!

| Royston Wild

Soaring prices mean I need to think more carefully about buying inflation-resistant UK shares. I think these two could thrive…

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 shares I’ve bought during the market correction!

| Royston Wild

Stock market corrections provide opportunities to buy top-quality stocks for very little money. I think these cheap FTSE 100 shares…

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How I’d invest £5,000 in FTSE 100 shares to earn passive income for life

| Harshil Patel

FTSE 100 shares come in many styles and sizes. From defensive to cyclical, value to growth, it can be a…

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Dividend stocks are holding up well at the moment. Here are 3 to buy right now

| Stephen Wright

As investors look for stability in a volatile market, dividend stocks are proving popular. Here are three that are catching…

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3 cheap FTSE 100 stocks to buy during this bear market?

| Royston Wild

I'm hunting for the best-value FTSE 100 stocks following the recent market correction. Are these UK blue-chip shares now too…

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Here’s how Arrival shares could double my money!

| John Choong

Arrival shares have been battered since its IPO. The stock is down 95% down from its all-time-high. So, here's how…

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Legal & General shares now yield 8% and look too cheap to ignore

| Harvey Jones

Legal & General shares haven't delivered much growth for years, but just look at that dividend.

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The Royal Mail share price is down 48%! Will it recover?

| Charlie Carman

The Royal Mail share price has taken a beating in 2022, leading to the company's demotion from the FTSE 100.…

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Should I buy this FTSE 250 renewable energy stock?

| Jabran Khan

With the rise in renewable energy directives, Jabran Khan delves deeper into this FTSE 250 stock to see if it…

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This FTSE AIM stock is down 40% in 12 months. Should I buy it now?

| Jabran Khan

This Fool looks into a FTSE AIM stock that pays a dividend and looks good value for money at current…

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At 43p, is the Lloyds share price a bargain after the latest market crash? 

| Suraj Radhakrishnan

Constant small market crashes means I can buy stocks for cheap. Currently, Lloyds shares look mouthwatering. But is it a…

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