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Investing Articles

If I’d put £1k in the FTSE 250 at the start of 2023, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Charlie Carman looks at the FTSE 250 index's recent performance and whether UK mid-cap stocks are worth considering in 2024.

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Investing Articles

5 stocks that Fools have been buying!

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Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying these stocks in recent weeks.

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Why is nobody talking about this dividend stock?

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Finding a quality dividend stock isn't always easy, but I've uncovered a company which could be undervalued as well as…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 100 giant could be 49% undervalued

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Companies that provide the essentials can be an effective investment during uncertainty. This FTSE 100 company might just be a…

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Steady growth makes this a FTSE 250 stock for defensive investors to consider buying

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Roland Head explains why this FTSE 250 soft drinks group is on his radar as a potential buy, following a…

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Investing Articles

£20k of savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into passive income of £1,580 a month!

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Charlie Carman explains how investors could set themselves up for later life with passive income from a portfolio of dividend…

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Value Shares

My 3 predictions for the stock market in 2024

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2023 was another great year for the stock market. But as we approach the end of January, I'm making three…

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Investing Articles

Why Fresnillo’s share price could bounce back as headwinds ease

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FTSE 100 miner Fresnillo is unloved, but profits are expected to recover in 2024. Roland Head reckons the share price…

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5 stocks Fools think could outperform Rolls-Royce shares in 2024

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Rolls-Royce topped the Footsie last year in terms of share-price gains across 2023. What company could emulate and exceed that this…

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Investing Articles

ITV isn’t just a broadcaster. The FTSE 250 stock gets half its revenue from a faster-growing unit

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FTSE 250 stock ITV is in a tough place. Shareholder Roland Head explains why he believes the business looks cheap…

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Will Scottish Mortgage outperform other FTSE 100 shares in 2024?

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Growth-oriented Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust is an anomaly among more defensive FTSE 100 shares, but could this year be a…

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Investing Articles

Should I rush to buy this ‘almost’ penny stock at a 52-week low?

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This AIM-listed luxury fashion stock is sinking towards penny stock territory. Is this a golden investment opportunity or a value…

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Investing Articles

30 years without a cut! Here’s the BAE Systems dividend forecast for 2024 and 2025

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Dividend forecasts suggest that BAE’s payout could keep rising. But after doubling in two years, does this FTSE 100 stock…

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3 top FTSE shares for beginner investors to consider buying in 2024

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The FTSE markets might seem like the Wild West when you're just starting out. A handful of our writers highlight…

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Investing Articles

£0 in savings? I’d use Warren Buffett’s golden rules to build wealth

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These Warren Buffett rules could help new investors build wealth in the stock market, as shown by his longstanding investment…

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Harbour Energy share price slump: is it time to buy?

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The Harbour Energy share price is down, but this FTSE 250 firm now offers a 7% yield and is poised…

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Everyone’s talking about FTSE 100 stock Burberry

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A slowdown in luxury demand globally has impacted Burberry and its international peers. The shares currently look cheap to me.

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Are Lloyds shares a screaming buy at 42p? Here’s what the charts say!

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Lloyds shares have made a poor start to the year, but could this be a good opportunity for investors to…

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Sales are down, but I’d consider buying this FTSE 250 stock as a recovery play

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This unloved FTSE 250 firm offers a 5% dividend yield and could be a profitable buy to consider at current…

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Dividend Shares

A once-in-a-decade chance to earn passive income from FTSE 100 shares?

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Many leading UK shares have lagged behind their US counterparts in recent years, but this could be a blessing for…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 250 company could be primed for a huge 2024

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2024 could be a great year for finding undervalued gems in the FTSE 250, and I've got my eyes on…

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Investing Articles

Near a 52-week high, here’s what the charts say about the BAE share price!

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After tremendous growth last year, the BAE share price has continued its advance in 2024. Here are some key charts…

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Investing Articles

7 shares that Fools have been buying!

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Our Foolish freelancers are putting their money where their mouths are and buying these shares in recent weeks.

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Investing Articles

Here’s the Diageo dividend forecast for 2024 and 2025

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Diageo is facing an unexpected setback, but dividend forecasts suggest that this FTSE 100 stock could now offer value, says…

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Investing Articles

Forget franchise royalties, FTSE 250 stock Domino’s Pizza Group generates almost 70% of its sales from this hidden business

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Domino’s Pizza has been an impressive long-term growth story. Roland Head reveals the secret sauce that boosts the FTSE 250…

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Investing Articles

Here’s why the Centrica share price rose 45% in 2023

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Centrica’s share price soared last year, thanks to exceptional circumstances. So at the start of 2024, do the shares still…

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Investing Articles

“My fervently Foolish prediction for the UK stock market in 2024 is…”

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Successful stock picking involves looking not only at businesses, but also what might be in store for the market conditions…

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Investing Articles

3 New Year’s resolutions to help create a second income

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Three Fool.co.uk contributors share their investment goals for 2024 in order to strive for a second, supplementary income.

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Investing Articles

Here’s why the Vodafone share price fell 19% in 2023!

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Last year proved to be a disappointing one for the Vodafone share price, but could the telecoms giant stage a…

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Investing Articles

FTSE retail stocks take centre stage

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Get ready for a blizzard of Christmas trading updates from FTSE retailers! The January hullabaloo shouldn't be of too much…

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Investing Articles

£20k of savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into lifelong passive income!

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Charlie Carman explains how he'd target passive income for life by investing £20,000 in a diversified portfolio of dividend stocks.

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Investing Articles

Here’s why the IAG share price rose 23% in 2023!

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The IAG share price endured volatility last year, but patient shareholders were rewarded with higher returns than the FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

Best British dividend stocks to consider buying in January

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We asked our writers to share their top dividend stock for Januaray, including two previous 'Ice' recommendations!

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Investing Articles

Here’s why the Tesco share price rose 27% in 2023!

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With the Tesco share price experiencing strong growth last year, Charlie Carman investigates the factors behind the supermarket's success.

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £1k in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2023, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Charlie Carman explores how much he could have made by investing £1,000 in the FTSE 100 last year and how…

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Investing Articles

Best AIM stocks to consider buying in January

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We asked our writers to share their best AIM-listed stocks to buy in January, featuring a Share Advisor 'Fire' rec…

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Investing Articles

Best British shares to consider buying in January

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We asked our writers to share their ‘best of British’ stocks to buy this month, including an 'Ice' recommendation!

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Investing Articles

“The biggest investing lesson I’ve learned in 2023 has been…”

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To become better investors, we must always seek to broaden our knowledge and experience.

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Investing Articles

Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares for 2024?

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Charlie Carman reflects on the stunning performance of Rolls-Royce shares in 2023 as he looks ahead at the FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

£5 a day to invest? Here’s how I’d aim for passive income of £1,500 a month!

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Charlie Carman explains how he'd target a healthy passive income stream from regular investments in a diversified portfolio of dividend…

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