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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.

Recent Articles

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Investing Articles

At a P/E ratio of 7, are International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) shares a no-brainer buy?

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Despite climbing almost 100% in a year, IAG shares don’t look expensive. But Stephen Wright thinks appearances can be misleading. 

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Investing Articles

Here’s what the Warren Buffett indicator says about the stock market

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The Warren Buffett indicator suggests that shares are expensive. But Stephen Wright feels investors should think carefully about what to…

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Investing Articles

How to turn £100,000 into an instant £7,450 second income

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Investing in property has been popular with investors looking to earn a second income. But buy-to-let houses aren’t the only…

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Investing Articles

Does a 10% yield mean B&M makes my list of stocks to buy after 2024 results?

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Profits might be stalling, but is a 10% dividend yield enough to convince Stephen Wright that B&M European Value is…

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Investing Articles

2 defensive growth stocks that have left the S&P 500 in the dust since 2020

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Strong growth prospects and resilient demand can be a powerful combination. Stephen Wright looks at two stocks that investors should…

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Why investors don’t need to wait for a stock market crash to buy shares

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Even when the stock market is on the up, sharp declines in individual share prices can still present investors with…

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Investing Articles

As the S&P 500 falters, is it time to buy US shares?

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The S&P 500 looks expensive, but investors might consider buying shares in an oil company that could return 100% of…

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Investing Articles

Why I’ve started to worry about Nvidia shares

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Stephen Wright was close to buying Nvidia shares last month. But the latest earnings report has caused him to change…

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Investing Articles

How much passive income could a £20k ISA generate in a year?

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The FTSE 100 could turn £20,000 into an investment returning £680 per year. But for passive income investors, that’s just…

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Investing Articles

2 dividend shares I’d love to buy in June

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Stephen Wright has two FTSE 100 dividend shares on his radar in June. But he’s also trying to keep in…

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1 FTSE 250 stock to watch this week

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WH Smith is set to issue its first trading update since divesting its high street stores. And Stephen Wright is…

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Investing Articles

Down 35% in a year, is this FTSE 100 stock a once-in-a-decade opportunity?

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Spirax Group shares have been dreadful over the last five years. But could the FTSE 100 industrial manufacturer actually be…

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Investing Articles

£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago is now worth…

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Buying Greggs shares during the pandemic hasn’t worked as well as investors might have hoped. But does the stock look…

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Investing Articles

Here are all the stocks and shares I bought in my ISA in May

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Which FTSE 100 company did Stephen Wright add to his Stocks and Shares ISA this month? And what did he…

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2 ‘tariff-resistant’ UK shares to consider buying

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As the Court of International Trade creates the latest round of tariff uncertainty in the US, Stephen Wright is looking…

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Investing Articles

£10,000 invested with Warren Buffett 5 years ago is now worth…

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When it comes to Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway, short term opportunities might come and go. But the long term…

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Investing Articles

Down 29% in a year, meet the S&P 500 stock I’m considering buying June

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UK investors might not be familiar with Danaher. But the S&P 500 stock is top of Stephen Wright’s buying list…

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Investing Articles

1 of my favourite passive income stocks just fell 5%! Should I buy?

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Games Workshop has provided investors with a growing passive income stream over the last 10 years. With the share price…

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1 FTSE 100 stock to consider buying right now

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Informa shares look expensive at a P/E ratio of 36. But Stephen Wright thinks it might be one of the…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 250 stock just fell 20% in a week — what should investors do?

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Bloomsbury’s share price has crashed after weak earnings. But could this just be a temporary setback for the FTSE 250…

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What’s the biggest risk to the stock market right now?

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Recession expectations are starting to fall away. Stephen Wright’s looking at what this means for the stock market and where…

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Investing Articles

I asked ChatGPT for the best UK shares to buy now — its top pick surprised me…

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When Stephen Wright asked AI which UK shares he should take a look at, the number one choice is a…

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Forget gold! Here’s why I prefer investing in growth stocks

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Even in an uncertain economic environment, growth stocks that can also return cash to shareholders are Stephen Wright’s choice for…

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Investing Articles

As huge earnings send the Diploma share price up 15%, what should investors do?

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As Diploma’s latest results blow expectations out of the water, the share price is surging. But what should investors make…

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Investing Articles

After positive Q1 results, is the worst now over for the Greggs share price?

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Like-for-like sales growth is starting to recover at Greggs and the share price is climbing as a result. So is…

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After a strong Q3, is Diageo still a top passive income stock?

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Passive income investors might be encouraged by strong sales growth at the FTSE 100’s largest drinks company. But is it…

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Investing Articles

Prediction: this FTSE 250 stock could bounce back on Tuesday

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Greggs has been one of the FTSE 250’s worst-performing stocks of 2025. But could that be about to change with…

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Investing Articles

1 of the widest moats in the FTSE 100

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Economies of scale can generate huge advantages for businesses. And there’s a FTSE 100 company that Stephen Wright thinks demonstrates…

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As Warren Buffett steps back, here’s the investor I’m turning my attention to

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When Warren Buffett steps back from Berkshire Hathaway, who should value investors look to follow? Stephen Wright has one name…

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Investing Articles

1 FTSE 100 opportunity I’m eyeing for my Stocks and Shares ISA

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As 3i shares fall after earnings, Stephen Wright sees a chance to add one of the FTSE 100’s top-performers to…

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Investing Articles

Is BP 1 of the best UK shares to buy right now?

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BP shares trade at a discount to their US counterparts and come with a 6.5% dividend yield. Is this an…

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Investing Articles

Here’s where analysts expect the Lloyds share price to be a year from now

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The Lloyds share price has fared well so far in 2025. But with some big issues on the horizon, can…

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Investing Articles

UK bonds: a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

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Gilts are offering some very attractive yields at the moment. But Stephen Wright thinks passive income investors could still do…

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This FTSE 250 stock has returned over 300% since 2020

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After missing out on a 300% return from a FTSE 250 stock five years ago, Stephen Wright is ready for…

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What to do now before the next stock market crash

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The recent stock market volatility seems to have subsided… for now. But that gives investors a chance to get ready…

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Investing Articles

Lower tariffs could be a game-changer for this FTSE 100 stock

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Diageo shares have lagged the FTSE 100 badly over the last five years. But could lower tariffs on exports to…

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I’m trying to follow Warren Buffett’s advice with this FTSE 100 stock

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As Warren Buffett steps aside at Berkshire Hathaway, Stephen Wright is thinking about how to put his investing principles into…

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Investing Articles

9% yield! Is this one of the best dividend stocks to consider buying right now?

| Stephen Wright

With signs the worst for it might be over, dividend investors should add B&M European Value to their lists of…

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Why I don’t hold cash in my Stocks and Shares ISA

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Stephen Wright explains why he’s fully invested in his Stocks and Shares ISA – and why he intends to keep…

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Should Berkshire Hathaway still be on my list of shares to buy?

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As shares in Warren Buffett’s company fall on news of the CEO’s retirement, is this an opportunity to buy or…

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