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Are AstraZeneca shares a growth buy for 2023?

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AstraZeneca's surging share price has made it the most valuable business in the FTSE 100. Roland Head analyses what's next…

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What next for Vodafone shares after CEO departs?

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A sub-£1 share price, an 8.4% dividend yield, and a CEO heading for the door. But is there value for…

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I’d buy 850 shares of this Footsie stock for £100 in monthly passive income

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Our writer is looking for FTSE 100 shares to boost his passive income. He thinks this dividend heavyweight could be…

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Bull vs Bear: Sage Group shares

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At the Fool, we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Here, two contributors debate…

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Best US stocks for December

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We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top US shares they’d buy in December, which included two nods for…

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2 of the fastest-growing stocks to buy now

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Roland Head explains why an upmarket watch retailer and a little-known FTSE 100 firm are on his list of growth…

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Best British dividend stocks to buy for December

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We asked our freelance writers to share the top dividend stocks they’d buy in December, with healthcare providers and housebuilders…

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3 ‘hidden’ high-yield stocks to buy in December

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These little-known high-yield shares are expected to provide dividend yields of 8% or more in 2023. Roland Head explains why…

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Best British growth stocks to buy for December

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We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top growth shares they’d buy in December, which included a rare double…

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No savings at 45? I’d use the Warren Buffett method to build retirement wealth

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Warren Buffett's investment approach is surprisingly simple. Roland Head explains how he'd use the billionaire's methods to build a nest…

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Why did the Lloyds share price rise in November?

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Lloyds' share price beat the market in November. Roland Head explains why he thinks the stock still looks good value…

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Will the Thungela Resources share price keep rising in December?

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Shares in Thungela Resources have risen by 270% this year and boast a forecast dividend yield of 48%. Roland Head…

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Best British small-cap stocks to buy for December

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We asked our freelance writers to share their best British small-cap stocks to buy in December, including a couple of…

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Spilling the beans on successful investing

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You never have to wait long very for a crisis in investing.

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Can I make £10k in passive income from £100k?

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Roland Head builds an example passive income portfolio of high-yield dividend shares from both the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250.

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Bull vs Bear: B&M shares

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At the Fool, we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Here, two contributors debate…

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House builder stocks are on the rocks. Opportunity knocks?

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Barratt, Persimmon and Taylor Wimpey have been rising, despite a gloomy outlook. Here, I cover valuing house builder stocks and…

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I’d buy this penny stock to try and double my money

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Roland Head believes this penny stock has turned the corner and could deliver attractive returns after a difficult few years.

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The names have changed but Jeremy Hunt’s blockbuster budget is more of the same

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Jeremy Hunt’s budget proved to be something of a two-parter.

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Is $180 a turning point for Tesla stock?

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Tesla stock has fallen by 50% this year. Does the EV maker now offer value for new investors? Roland Head…

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2023 dividend forecasts: BT, Diageo & Imperial Brands

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Roland Head looks at the latest dividend forecasts for these popular FTSE 100 stocks. Can shareholders expect a pay rise…

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Mistakes have been Made

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Business was booming at Made.com at the time of its IPO. Its customer base had grown to 1.1 million in…

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What made you start investing in the first place?

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According to a recent survey, ‘investing for retirement’ is the second most-common reason for investing in the stock market.

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Revealed: the UK areas most interested in investing

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Investing in stocks is for all, without boundaries or any North/South divide.

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Barratt shares a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now

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Barratt shares have among the biggest fallers in the FTSE 100 this year, despite big dividend payouts. Do they offer…

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Should I snap up Alphabet stock while it’s under $100?

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Alphabet stock has bounced. Roland Head asks if it's time to buy the owner of Google, ahead of a possible…

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3 ways I’d target a £100 monthly passive income from stocks

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The stock market offers lots of choice for passive income investors. Roland Head looks at three strategies he might use…

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A dirt-cheap penny stock with a dividend I’d buy today

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This penny stock boasts a 4% dividend yield, owner management, and high profit margins. Roland Head explains why he'd be…

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Are BT and Sainsbury shares top buys for income?

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Investors need to consider other things than yield alone. Here's my verdict on whether BT and Sainsbury shares are decent…

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Rolls-Royce shares soar 29% in a month! Did I miss the bottom?

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A big bounce in Rolls-Royce shares means the company is no longer the worst FTSE 100 performer over five years.…

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Is it time to invest in Meta stock?

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Meta stock has crashed this year as the Facebook owner has been hit by a post-Covid ad slump. Are the…

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Should I invest in Rio Tinto shares now?

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Rio Tinto shares have outperformed the FTSE 100 over the last year. That means they offer a tempting 9% dividend…

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2 dirt-cheap FTSE 250 stocks to buy in November

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For investors with a long-term focus, there are plenty of good, cheap stocks to buy today, says Roland Head. He…

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There’s method to the madness

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Embrace the (apparent) chaos! It can make you rich in the long term.

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FTSE 100 focus: is it the right time to buy GSK shares?

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GSK shares haven't recovered from August's sell-off. Roland Head asks if he should accept the risk in order to buy…

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Why the Rolls-Royce dividend forecast is a buying signal for me

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Recent developments have put Rolls-Royce on track to restart dividend payments and make the shares a potential buy, says Roland…

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Should I buy Sainsbury’s shares in November?

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Sainsbury's share price may now be in bargain territory, but there's one problem investors should remember, says Roland Head.

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Best British shares to buy in November

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We asked our writers to share their ‘best of British’ stocks to buy this month, including insurers and housebuilders.

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If I’d invested £1,000 in SSE shares at the start of 2022, here’s how much I’d have now

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As energy prices have soared, have SSE shares provided a windfall for investors? Roland Head takes a look at the…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy for my ISA in November

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These FTSE 100 stocks include a family firm and a 6% dividend-yielder. Roland Head explains why he's tempted to add…

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