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Will we see a catastrophic stock market crash next week?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones examines how investors should respond to the current uncertainty, and urges investors to stay calm even if the…

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Down 15% in a month! The Barclays share price looks like a screaming buy for me

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has had his eyes on the Barclays share price for ages. As markets plunge, this may be his…

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Here’s why I’m betting big on these 2 FTSE 100 stocks in the age of AI

| Ben McPoland

This pair of FTSE 100 stocks couldn't be more different. So why are they big positions in my Stocks and…

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Is last week’s dip in the Rolls-Royce share price a brilliant buying opportunity?

| Harvey Jones

Even the Rolls-Royce share price can't shake off current stock market turmoil, but Harvey Jones says the FTSE 100 stock…

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Does the Lloyds share price suddenly look like a bargain again?

| Harvey Jones

After a brilliant run the Lloyds share price was starting to look a little overstretched, says Harvey Jones. But does…

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It’s time to prepare for a stock market crash

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon expects the stock market to keep rising in 2026. However, looking further out, he sees the potential for…

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£5,000 buys 1,938 shares in this 8.4%-yielding passive income stock!

| James Beard

An investment of £5,000 in this amazing passive income stock could generate £422 in dividends this year. And things could…

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A red-hot UK growth name to consider buying in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

With exposure to data centres, defence, and nuclear power, is Avingtrans an under-the-radar steal for a Stocks and Shares ISA?

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Meet the FTSE 250 firm that’s averaged 32% annual growth since 1982

| Stephen Wright

The FTSE 250's home to one of the UK’s most impressive growth stories. But while it owns well-known brands, most…

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How much do I need in an ISA to aim for a £500 monthly second income?

| James Beard

Looking to unlock a chunky second income from an ISA within 10 years? James Beard explains how this might be…

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What the numbers aren’t telling investors about the S&P 500… yet

| Stephen Wright

Concerns about software disruption have been holding the S&P 500 back this year, but sales and margins look very strong.…

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The State Pension is unsustainable! I’m buying UK shares to protect myself

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the long-term outlook of the UK State Pension in doubt, I’m buying UK shares in a SIPP to build…

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At 97.5p, is Lloyds a stock to buy now?

| James Beard

Lloyds Banking Group shares are changing hands for 14% less than their 52-week high. Is it now a stock to…

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3 steps to turn a £20k ISA into a potential £2,240+ yearly second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By following three simple steps, a brand new £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA can go on to unlock a chunky…

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Down 13%! What’s going on at this major FTSE 100 bank?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley investigates what was behind Barclays’ share price slump this week and considers if there’s a value opportunity in…

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Diageo shares near the point of maximum pain – time to consider buying?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones isn't alone in taking a massive beating at the hands of Diageo shares. The group's had another rotten…

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Is a Stocks and Shares ISA the better option for retirement?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley delves into the pros and cons of using a Stocks and Shares ISA for retirement, highlighting one popular…

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This FTSE 100 stock has more than doubled… and it’s still cheap!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even after surging 150%+ in the last three years, this cheap FTSE 100 aerospace stock could still be up to…

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2 REITs I own for a lifetime of passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in the right REITs can supercharge a portfolio’s income and generate life-long dividends. Zaven Boyrazian shares two stocks he’s…

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Ocado shares plummet 30% in 2 months! Is it one of the best stocks to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

More customer losses and weak cash flows have continued Ocado’s share price decline. But is this volatility turning it into…

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Here’s how to use a SIPP to aim for a £5.4m retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The SIPP's an unrivalled tool for investors who want to take control of their retirement. And by starting early, the…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to earn a supersized passive income from UK shares?

| Harvey Jones

Stock markets are volatile right now but Harvey Jones says ISA investors hunting for passive income may benefit provided they…

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Is 50 too old to start buying shares?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why 'better late than never' is key to his thinking about whether 50's too old to start…

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Here’s what £150 a month in a Junior ISA could be worth by 2045…

| Ben McPoland

You might be surprised to learn by how large a Junior ISA portfolio could become inside 20 years from modest…

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This red hot equity fund in my SIPP returned 12.6% in the first 2 months of 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This global equity fund is delivering huge returns for Edward Sheldon’s SIPP in 2026, despite all the risks and uncertainty…

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Want to retire richer? Here’s Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

If you want to build wealth for a richer retirement, then following Warren Buffett’s golden rule might be the best…

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Get ready for stock market volatility…

| Stephen Wright

As conflict in the Middle East makes share prices fluctuate, what strategies can investors use to try and find opportunities…

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Why the FTSE 100 fell almost 5% this week

| Stephen Wright

Declines in mining shares dragged the FTSE 100 down after a strong start to the year. Is the pullback an…

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How much do you need to invest in US stocks to earn a £2,000 monthly passive income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Is it possible to target several thousand pounds of passive income each month by buying US growth stocks? Absolutely –…

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How big does your ISA need to be to earn £1,000 a month in passive income?

| Andrew Mackie

Andrew Mackie explains how a long-term ISA strategy can help investors build a chunky £12,000 passive income in less than…

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£3,000 buys 64 shares in this passive income gem that’s returned 21% a year for the past 10 years

| Mark Hartley

A savvy investor could have easily outpaced the FTSE 100 over the past decade with a few shares in this…

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Value stock alert! A FTSE 100 share at a 5-year low with record profits

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This once-loved growth stock's down almost 50% in seven months despite the company generating record earnings. Is it now the…

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No savings at 40? Ignore buy-to-let and invest in cheap UK shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Tax hikes are making buy-to-let far more difficult. But investors can still build impressive wealth with cheap UK shares. Zaven…

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£1,000 buys 158,730 shares in this red-hot penny stock that’s smashing the FTSE AIM All-Share index

| James Beard

How has this penny stock, despite being pre-revenue, delivered a return over 30 times higher than the index over the…

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My top passive income stock to consider for 2026 is…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This income stock's sitting on 16 years of uninterrupted dividend growth, and it could be on the verge of a…

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Is this red-hot FTSE 100 recovery stock a screaming buy today?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey isn't alone in sensing a massive FTSE 100 buying opportunity as this top growth stock recovers from its recent…

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Get ready for a violent stock market crash, says this billionaire investor!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Ray Dalio reckons there’s a heightened risk of a sharp stock market crash on the horizon. Here’s what investors can…

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The FTSE 100 didn’t crash this week. But there are still plenty of cheap shares on offer

| James Beard

James Beard reflects on a turbulent week for the UK stock market. He takes a closer look at two shares…

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This FTSE 250 stock’s just cut its dividend. But here are 3 reasons why I’m not selling my shares…

| James Beard

One of James Beard’s favourite dividend stocks has announced a reduction in its payout. Despite this, he’s holding on to…

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3 top passive income stocks with yields above 5% to consider for a SIPP

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights a trio of excellent UK dividend shares that he thinks look set to pay passive income inside…

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