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21 February 2026

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Bill Ackman just loaded up on this S&P 500 stock in his FTSE 100-listed fund

| Ben McPoland

Billionaire stock picker Bill Ackman recently made this S&P 500 share an 11% position in his FTSE 100-listed investment trust.…

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Unilever shares go ex-dividend on 26 February – time to consider buying them?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones sold his Unilever shares a year ago, and hasn't looked back. Until today. After jumping 12% in a…

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Dreaming of ISA riches? 3 mistakes to avoid

| Christopher Ruane

A Stocks and Shares ISA can be a helpful vehicle for an investor who's trying to build long-term wealth. But…

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A £13,607 annual second income for £500 per month? Here’s how it can be done

| Christopher Ruane

Does a second income take a second job? No, as our writer explains: it's possible to earn money thanks to…

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Why 26 February could be critical for Rolls-Royce shares

| Alan Oscroft

Rolls-Royce shares have certainly not disappointed investors bold enough to buy when they were down. But what does the future…

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An ISA with 500 Greggs shares could pay out £346 a year in passive income

| Ben McPoland

Down 50% in less than two years, Greggs shares now look pretty cheap and may be offering a potentially tasty…

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After making a fortune on Tesla and Amazon, Scottish Mortgage manager Baillie Gifford is piling into a little known growth stock

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Baillie Gifford made a killing on Tesla stock. It also generated huge profits from Amazon. Now, it’s targeting a smaller…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to add some tech to a Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Stephen Wright

As software stocks sell off, Stephen Wright thinks this could be a great time to add to a Stocks and…

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2 US stocks to consider buying as the market sell-off continues

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Institutional analysts at Jefferies have issued two new Buy recommendations for investors to take advantage of short-term weakness in some…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’m avoiding at all costs in today’s market

| Stephen Wright

Gold and silver prices might be surging, but Stephen Wright thinks the time to try and profit from this FTSE…

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2 UK dividend shares trading near 10-year lows to consider buying in 2026

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley considers the recovery potential of two high-yielding dividend shares that have suffered significant losses over the past decade.

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Could the US stock market collapse? Here’s what the Warren Buffett indicator says

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Warren Buffett indicator is predicting a painful stock market crash, but will it happen in 2026? Here’s what the…

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Smart investors have been buying this beaten-down S&P 500 stock

| Stephen Wright

Molina Healthcare has been one of the S&P 500’s worst performers in the last 12 months. But could it be…

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If the stock market crashed tomorrow, what would that mean for investors?

| Christopher Ruane

A stock market crash is something many investors dread. This writer explains why, with the right mindset and approach, it…

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After a 27% one-day crash, experts see an explosive recovery! Is this one of the best UK shares to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After crashing almost 30% in less than 24 hours, could this once-loved retailer be among the best UK shares to…

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11.7% dividend yield! 1 FTSE income stock to buy today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In the hunt for high-yield income stocks, Zaven Boyrazian explores one FTSE business that’s showing early signs of recovery. Is…

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£15,000 invested in Santander shares 12 months ago would now be worth…

| Ben McPoland

Santander shares have been on fire in recent shares. But is this Spanish bank stock still worth considering at more…

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This one event could send NatWest shares into free fall

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains why he's getting increasingly concerned about an AI-engendered slew of layoffs that could smash NatWest shares.

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After its share price crashed 40% in 3 months, is this a bargain basement value stock?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This tech stock has nosedived as AI disruption fears are at the forefront of investors' minds. But is this now…

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Why I’m buying more of this FTSE 250 dividend stock for passive income

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley discusses one of his favourite passive income gems and why he has faith in the company to keep…

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Here’s one massive reason to be cautious of Lloyds shares

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox is still bullish on Lloyds’ shares but believes investors need to be wary of a possible AI-engendered…

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30,769 shares of this penny stock generate £1,000 a year in passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Despite being a risky penny stock, this niche industry leader offers a near-6% dividend yield with forecasts projecting 52% potential…

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Be prepared: Greggs shares may never recover from here

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox is concerned about the prospects for Greggs shares with growth stalling and dietary preferences changing in the…

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1,000 shares in this top passive income stock earn £2,450 in dividends per year!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how someone could target thousands of pounds per year in passive income by buying 1,000 shares in…

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How to invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA to build long-term wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates how investing in high-quality businesses can transform a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA into over £10m!

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Down 30% with a P/E of 11 and 4.5% yield! A once-in-a-decade chance to buy this unloved FTSE 100 stock?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has been waiting for the right time to buy this under-the-radar FTSE 100 dividend growth stock. Ater the…

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How much do I need in a SIPP to earn a £3,000 monthly passive income?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer sees this out-of-favour powerhouse as a solid stock to consider when aiming to build wealth inside a SIPP…

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The stock market in 2026: here’s where the experts think it’s going next

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores the latest opinions from experts about what might happen in the stock market this year following the…

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2 FTSE 100 shares that look dirt-cheap despite record highs!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 shares are on sale, even as the broader blue-chip index scales fresh peaks. Royston Wild explains why…

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Seeking super-high-growth stocks to buy? Here are 2 to consider

| Royston Wild

These top growth stocks are tipped to deliver double-digit earnings increases in the next two years. Royston Wild reveals what…

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How much do I need in an ISA to earn a £100 weekly passive income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how in roughly eight years, investors can aim to earn an extra £5,2,00 passive income entirely tax-free.

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I asked ChatGPT if I should invest £20k in an ISA this year or a SIPP and it said…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is torn between investing in an ISA or SIPP this financial year, and decided to ask artificial intelligence…

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Is this one of the hottest UK stocks to buy for an ISA in March?

| Alan Oscroft

Looking for good-value stocks to buy, this favourite -- with results due in early March -- looks like it could…

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
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£15,000 invested in Barclays shares 24 months ago is now worth…

| John Fieldsend

Things really kicked into gear for Barclays shares two years ago. How much would an example stake have turned into…

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£7,500 invested in Tesco shares just 1 month ago is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Tesco shares have gone into overdrive recently, making shareholders wealthier. What on earth is going on with this FTSE 100…

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