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Earnings season: down 35% are Barratt shares a no-brainer buy?

Kicking off earnings season for the housebuilders, Andrew Mackie examines whether Barratt shares are a buy for his portfolio.

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Earnings season: Sainsbury’s figures sparkle, but would I invest?

The key earnings season for retailers is upon us. As Sainsbury’s posts ‘record’ profits, is it a no-brainer buy for…

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Yielding 5.5%, National Grid shares are a buy for my portfolio

With a quarter-of-a-century history of raising its dividend, National Grid shares are a definite buy for this Fool’s portfolio.

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Yielding 7.5%, Aviva shares are among my top dividend stocks for 2023

As a likely economic storm brews during 2023, Andrew Mackie is looking for reliable dividend stocks to add to his…

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My top 3 stock market predictions for 2023

Many investors will be glad to see the back of 2022. Andrew Mackie explores the prospects for the stock market…

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Searching for a New Year’s resolution? I’d start investing to build wealth!

Many people, including this Fool, want financial freedom. This means that throughout 2023 I'll continue on my investing journey by…

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Offering a 9% dividend yield, are Taylor Wimpey shares a buy in 2023?

Taylor Wimpey has been one of the worst performing shares in the FTSE 100 in 2022. Andrew Mackie assesses it…

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Is the SSE share price set to soar in 2023?

The SSE share price has been volatile throughout 2022. As it ramps up investments in renewables, could 2023 produce bumper…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in abrdn shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

abrdn shares are strong picks for dividends. But are they a good investment overall? Andrew Mackie crunches the numbers.

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Revealed: my top 3 stocks to buy in 2023

As a recession looks to be just around the corner, Andrew Mackie explores his top stocks to buy in the…

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Offering a 5.5% yield, National Grid shares are a buy for my portfolio

With a more-than-20-year history of raising its dividend, National Grid shares are a perfect addition to his portfolio, this Fool…

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No savings at 40? I’d use the Warren Buffett method to build wealth and retire early

Increasing volatility in markets is certainly worrying investors. The solution chosen by this Fool is to follow the Warren Buffett…

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2 stocks I will ‘never’ sell

Let your winners run! These two stocks in my portfolio represent some of my best investment ideas, and as such,…

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As interest rates rise to 3%, is a stock market crash now inevitable?

Rising interest rates are stoking fears that a stock market crash is imminent. However, this Fool argues that there are…

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At a year high, can the BP share price keep rising?

As the BP share price continues its march higher, this Fool argues its shares still offer tremendous potential in the…

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Are we entering a golden era for the Shell share price?

After another set of bumper results, Andrew Mackie examines the prospects for the Shell share price in the years ahead.

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I’d buy 3,010 shares of this FTSE 100 stock for £100 in monthly passive income

Building a passive income stream is a key strategy of my investment philosophy. This high-yielding gem of a stock is…

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The unstoppable rise of Big Oil, or a bubble primed to burst?

2022 has been the year of Big Oil. Andrew Mackie examines whether the industry can continue to outperform the stock…

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As the FTSE 100 tanks, I’m hoovering up bargains

As confidence in stock markets sinks, Andrew Mackie is scouring the FTSE 100 for cheap shares. Two insurance stocks have…

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11% dividend yield! Is the Barratt share price a steal or a value trap?

As headwinds batter the Barratt share price, Andrew Mackie examines whether its attractive dividend yield is sufficient compensation.

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A beaten-down FTSE 100 stock to buy in a heartbeat

As the FTSE 100 slides, Andrew Mackie is hunting for stocks that he believes have been oversold. One diversified business…

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As the boohoo share price drops below 40p, is it a no-brainer buy?

Down 90% from its all-time high, Andrew Mackie examines the outlook for the Boohoo share price.

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A FTSE 100 stock that I never intend to sell

Hunting for undervalued stocks, Andrew Mackie explains why he recently bought more of this FTSE 100 powerhouse.

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Why Fresnillo is one of the best UK shares to buy now

Hunting for outstanding UK shares to buy, Andrew Mackie believes that Fresnillo is undervalued relative to its prospects.

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My top 2 dividend stocks to buy in July as FTSE 100 shareholder returns soar

As inflation begins to bite, Andrew Mackie examines the dividend stocks he believes will help grow his wealth.

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A top income stock to buy with inflation-beating dividend growth

Despite an ongoing Ofwat investigation, Andrew Mackie believes this income stock is a good buy for his portfolio.

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Excessive stock trading erodes long-term gains!

Are high trading fees eating away at your returns? Research suggests that excessive stock trading could be to blame.

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

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

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An unloved FTSE 100 blue-chip stock to buy and hold for decades

As this blue-chip stock trades at levels seen during the Covid crash, Andrew Mackie believes it’s significantly undervalued.

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Why I just turned bullish on the Rolls-Royce share price

As the Rolls-Royce share price trades for pennies, Andrew Mackie believes the company is undervalued.

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Is now the time to be greedy and buy the FAANG stocks?

The FAANG stocks have had a tough time as of late. Andrew Mackie explores whether now is the time for…

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The Alphabet share price might be down 20% but I’m not buying the dip

The Alphabet share price may look attractive, but this Fool argues that the worst of the sell-off could still be…

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Investing through market volatility. How to keep your head when all about you are losing theirs

Navigating market volatility isn’t as daunting as it looks. This Fool outlines his strategy for coping with bouts of turbulence.

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Value investing isn’t dead! My top stocks to buy as inflation hits 9%

As value investing principles come back into fashion, Andrew Mackie looks at the current backdrop and shares what he's investing…

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An under-the-radar FTSE 100 stock to combat stagflation fears

As the share price of this blue-chip FTSE 100 stock falls below Covid-levels, why I added it to my portfolio.

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As commodity markets wobble, why Glencore shares are my star buy

Andrew Mackie explains why the recent sell-off in Glencore’s shares have presented him with a buying opportunity

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As the BP share price rides the crest of a wave, can the party continue?

As free cash flow continues to grow, Andrew Mackie explores what it could mean for the BP share price.

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After a positive Q1 update, will the Lloyds share price end its penny stock status?

On the back of an improving outlook, Andrew Mackie examines the prospects for the Lloyds share price.

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A FTSE 100 blue-chip stock on a fire sale after a 3-day 20% drop

As the share price of this blue-chip stock takes a tumble, Andrew Mackie explores its long-term prospects.

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As the Barclays share price falls 30%, is it a no-brainer buy?

As another scandal hits the Barclays share price, Andrew Mackie explores its longer-term fortunes.

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