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With a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA, here’s how to aim for passive income of £228,688!

| Christopher Ruane

A £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA could be an absolute passive income goldmine over the long term. Our writer explains…

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FTSE 100 shares: a long-term chance to get rich?

| Christopher Ruane

This writer believes it is possible to build long-term wealth by building a portfolio of carefully chosen, attractively priced FTSE…

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What sort of shares can make sense to buy for a SIPP?

| Christopher Ruane

Thinking about the right shares to buy for a SIPP can involve a long-term view and some self-awareness. Here, our…

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Here’s how £20k of savings could one day generate £841 of monthly passive income

| Christopher Ruane

A passive income plan built around investing in dividend shares could be a simple but potentially lucrative way to earn…

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Prediction: in 12 months, the recovering aberdeen share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Harvey Jones

After a terrible run the aberdeen share price is finally showing some zip and Harvey Jones says the FTSE 250…

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Here’s a FTSE 100 insurer to consider buying for a SIPP

| James Beard

Our writer looks at the pros and cons of including one of the Footsie’s insurance companies in a Self-Invested Personal…

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Should every investor be like Warren Buffett and have an insurance company in their portfolio?

| James Beard

Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett’s investment vehicle, has been a long-time investor in insurance. Our writer takes a closer look at…

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3i Group: unravelling the finances behind one of the FTSE 100’s most profitable companies

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley breaks down why 3i Group's one of the most profitable companies on the FTSE 100, and the risks…

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UK shares look cheap to me! But not this one…

| James Beard

Our writer reckons there’s some strong evidence to suggest that UK shares generally offer good value at the moment. However,…

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Where next for the Persimmon share price?

| James Beard

The Bank of England’s not cutting interest rates quickly but its latest credit report contains news that could help lift…

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Prediction: in 12 months the rampant Tesco share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Harvey Jones

The Tesco share price has been doing things that Harvey Jones never expected. But can the FTSE 100 dividend growth…

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As the US dollar falls, is now the time to buy US shares?

| Stephen Wright

Over the last year, the US dollar has fallen 8% against the British pound. So is this a golden opportunity…

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Why I invest in the stock market

| Stephen Wright

With the outlook for the State Pension more precarious than ever, our author thinks the stock market could be the…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks to consider for a second (or third) income!

| James Beard

Our writer reckons there are at least two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks that those looking to generate a second income could…

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Is Legal & General one of the best dividend shares to consider today?

| Royston Wild

With a near-9% dividend yield and years of consistent dividend growth, Legal & General's shares merit serious consideration for income.

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares at their peak last year is now worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This time last year, Greggs shares were absolutely flying. However, in recent months they have tanked. Is this a buying…

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£10,000 invested in this dividend share 5 years ago would now be worth…

| James Beard

Our writer looks at the impressive five-year capital and income return on this dividend share. But he thinks there might…

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3 FTSE 250 stocks with low P/E ratios! Which should I consider buying?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 250 stocks are all on sale right now! But which of them are brilliant bargains, and which could…

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Here’s how investors can use an ISA to replace their salary with passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons use the Stocks and Shares ISA. Here, Dr James Fox shows investors how they can truly get…

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Do I regret selling my IAG shares?

| Dr. James Fox

IAG shares are back at a five-year high following a recent period of volatility. I’d sold my shares noting their…

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Here’s what could send these FTSE 100 shares soaring!

| Royston Wild

Looking for top recovery stocks to buy? There's a good chance these FTSE 100 shares could be about to rebound,…

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1 top growth stock up 233% to consider buying in July

| Ben McPoland

This growth stock on the London Stock Exchange has more than trebled in three years. But it could have much…

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I think shares in this FTSE 100 company are undervalued right now

| Stephen Wright

After a series of acquisitions, Informa’s balance sheet is loaded with goodwill. But is this hiding the true value of…

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Here are the FTSE 100 shares that have outperformed the S&P 500 since 2020

| Stephen Wright

A surprising number of FTSE 100 stocks have outperformed their S&P 500 counterparts over the last five years. But can…

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Prediction: in 12 months the recovering Vodafone share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has been watching the Vodafone share price slide for so long that he can't come to terms with…

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Down 35% with a 5% yield! Is this the cheapest dividend stock on the FTSE 250?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley considers the income potential of a FTSE 250 dividend stock that looks to be trading well below its…

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This old-school tech stock is beating all Magnificent 7 shares in 2025, including Nvidia

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in this old technology company are soaring in 2025, outperforming Nvidia stock and many other popular tech investments.

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Prediction: in 12 months the under-achieving Legal & General Group share price could turn £10k into…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones expected better from the Legal & General share price, but he has no complaints about the FTSE 100…

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See the latest BP share price and dividend forecasts

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones examines the outlook for the BP share price after what's been a tough year. The yield's climbed nicely…

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What are the most common FTSE 100 shares top UK investors put into a Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley reveals the three most popular FTSE 100 shares found in Stocks and Shares ISAs — and why so…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares would deliver this much passive income…

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Greggs' shares. He hasn't been a fan of the sausage roll maker…

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11% below its highs, this world-class FTSE 100 tech stock looks good value to me

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for a tech stock in the FTSE? This company is now one of the biggest financial data companies in…

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Here’s how my 1 year-old daughter’s SIPP could be worth almost £19m in 60 years

| Dr. James Fox

The SIPP provides Britons with a way to manage their retirement planning. Plus, you can open a SIPP at any…

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Consider 2 investment trusts and funds to target £160k from a £20k lump sum!

| Royston Wild

I think these investment trusts and ETFs could continue delivering double-digit annual returns through to 2035. Here's why.

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How investors can aim to get rich and retire early by following Warren Buffett

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is an exceptionally successful investor, who has leveraged his knowledge and the power of compounding to create great…

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£10,000 invested in Santander shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Santander shares have gained over the past week following news that the Spanish bank would acquire TSB from Sabadell for…

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£10,000 invested in Lloyds shares 6 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares appear to be plateauing after surging beyond market expectations over the past year. Dr James Fox takes a…

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These two FTSE 250 shares yield 8.9% and 9.3%. Can that last?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer weighs some pros and cons of two high-yield FTSE 250 investment funds that are both focused on the…

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1 Warren Buffett stock I’m staying well away from

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has been buying shares in Constellation Brands recently. But Stephen Wright prefers its FTSE 100 counterpart.

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Nvidia stock just hit an all-time high. So could it still make sense to buy?

| Christopher Ruane

Nvidia stock has hit an all-time high today. Our writer reckons it may still be cheap from a long-term perspective.…

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