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If the AI bubble bursts, will cheap FTSE 100 stocks shine?

This writer explains an investing strategy focused on cheap FTSE 100 stocks, steering clear of overhyped sectors while others chase…

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How large would an ISA pot need to be to aim for £1,333 a month in passive income in 2026?

My ISA is central to my passive income plans, and running the numbers shows just how much someone might need…

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No savings at 40? Use Warren Buffett’s golden rule to potentially build a £12,000 second income

Following Warren Buffett’s approach, I’ve learned how disciplined investing can grow a passive income – but only if hidden risks…

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With silver soaring to $60, the Fresnillo share price is turning into a runaway express train

Fresnillo is the FTSE 100’s runaway leader in 2025. With silver surging past $60, can its share price keep defying…

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2 FTSE 100 shares that could surprise investors if interest rates fall

With interest rates set to fall, this writer explores 2 FTSE 100 stocks that could stand out for investors seeking…

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How much do you need to invest in a FTSE 100 ETF for £1,000 monthly passive income?

Andrew Mackie tested whether a FTSE 100 ETF portfolio could deliver £1,000 a month in passive income – the results…

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I asked ChatGPT to design the ultimate passive income ISA and it suggested…

I wanted more passive income from my ISA, so I asked ChatGPT to build the ideal portfolio – the results…

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My top 3 FTSE 100 dividend shares for a strong second income

Finding passive income in the FTSE 100 isn’t as simple as chasing high yields – here’s how I chose the…

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1 FTSE 100 stock to watch before year-end

1 FTSE 100 miner has more than trebled this year – I recently topped up my position, and here’s why…

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How an investor could use £35 a week to build passive income streams

With consistent small investments, I’ve watched modest sums snowball into passive income, proving that even little steps can have long-term…

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SIPP growth made simple: build for retirement with FTSE 100 dividend shares

This writer reveals his top five FTSE 100 dividend shares held in his SIPP and shows how the quiet power…

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I asked ChatGPT how the Autumn Budget could supercharge UK stocks – here’s what it said

The Autumn Budget’s new ISA rules caught my attention, and they’ve made me reconsider how I balance saving safely with…

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This FTSE 100 dividend stock yields 5.6% – could it be the safest passive income play in December?

Growing dividends, engaged customers, and a company that keeps delivering – these are the reasons I recently increased my holdings…

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7.5% dividend yield: could this FTSE 250 stock be the passive income king of 2026?

Andrew Mackie explains why this FTSE 250 dividend payer may offer a rare mix of income and capital growth for…

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If the FTSE crashes 20%, these are the 2 stocks I want to buy first

This writer explains why, even if the FTSE 100 takes a sharp tumble, it's important to watch for opportunities to…

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A 68% rally and growing – is this the FTSE 100’s most overlooked comeback story?

FTSE 100 gains are stealing the headlines, yet one stock is quietly building real long-term potential – and I’m keeping…

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I asked ChatGPT to build a passive income ISA using only FTSE 100 dividend shares – here’s what it chose

This writer puts ChatGPT’s FTSE 100 passive income picks to the test and reveals how Legal & General stacks up…

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Glencore share price forecast: after a 70% jump, is the rally just starting?

This writer explores why the Glencore share price could still climb, with rising copper demand creating optionality for investors.

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Is an AI bubble forming? Here’s what it could mean for UK investors

With valuations in US mega-cap tech reaching crazy levels, this writer is exploring alternative ways to gain exposure to the…

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The FTSE 100 nears 10,000, but this little-known stock is down 71% – could it be a hidden gem?

The FTSE 100 is roaring ahead, yet one stock has lagged – this writer explains why he’s becoming increasingly bullish…

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How much do you need in an ISA to aim for a weekly passive income of £231?

Looking to boost your passive income beyond the weekly State Pension? This writer breaks down how large a Stocks and…

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The Burberry share price is surging following a return to profit. Is the turnaround on?

After a positive set of results lift the Burberry share price, Andrew Mackie thinks the turnaround plan is starting to…

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Aviva share price dips after Q3 results, buybacks resume as growth momentum continues

The Aviva share price is up an astonishing 40% in 2025. But with a dip on results day after a…

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Down 57%, could this FTSE 100 giant finally be a contrarian buy?

I’ve recently bought this FTSE 100 mega-stock despite its 32% price drop this year – here’s why I think it…

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£5,000 buys 2,065 shares in this FTSE 100 passive income monster

A 9% dividend yield and the power of compounding – see how £5k in this FTSE 100 stock could grow…

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From falling knife to opportunity: my take on Diageo shares

Andrew Mackie explains why he has become a buyer of Diageo shares, even as most investors are still steering clear.

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Up 28%, and with a strong earnings update, is there more in the tank for the BP share price?

Andrew Mackie explains why he is growing increasingly optimistic on the BP share price and what could drive its next…

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ABF share price hits FTSE 100 spotlight on FY25 results and talk of Primark-Food split

With ABF's share price under scrutiny, pur writer explores whether a Primark-Food split could be the catalyst for long-term growth…

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Up 70%, Glencore shares could be the FTSE 100 bargain investors shouldn’t ignore

With copper demand soaring, Andrew Mackie believes that FTSE 100 heavyweight Glencore could be the market’s next big long-term winner.

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£5,000 buys 2,439 shares in this FTSE 250 passive income gem

A 7.1% dividend yield and the power of compounding – see how £5k in this FTSE 250 stock could grow…

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Barclays’ share price rallies: opportunity or risk for investors?

The Barclays share price has bounced after upbeat Q3 results, but this writer believes underlying economic pressures mean investors should…

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Phoenix share price may be flat, but its 8.3% yield could build a strong second income

The Phoenix share price has gone nowhere in five years, but its market-beating dividend yield could still deliver solid passive…

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After the Fresnillo share price crash, is this FTSE 100 stock now too cheap to ignore?

The Fresnillo share price has fallen sharply, but with silver still near an all-time high, this writer believes the FTSE…

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Diageo share price has been shaken – but could value now be hiding in plain sight?

The Diageo share price has slumped, but Andrew Mackie believes that brand strength and global reach could make today’s weakness…

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The Aviva share price has soared – but is the real growth story still ahead?

Despite rising 140% in the last five years, Andrew Mackie believes there's still more juice in the tank when it…

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The BP share price holds as oil tumbles – could this be the next big buying opportunity?

With the BP share price refusing to crack while oil weakens, Andrew Mackie believes this signals that the smart money…

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National Grid shares keep the lights on for passive-income investors

As the UK upgrades its energy network, Andrew Mackie is becoming increasingly attracted to National Grid shares, both for income…

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£5,000 in this FTSE 250 stock could more than triple – here’s how

Andrew Mackie explains why this FTSE 250 dividend payer may offer the rare mix of income and capital growth for…

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Got £20k? Watch an Aviva shares portfolio grow with compounding

Aviva shares are up 43% in 2025, but just how much could an investor realistically expect to achieve if they…

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As silver smashes through $50, this FTSE 100 stock looks undervalued on the numbers

Andrew Mackie explains why he remains bullish on this FTSE 100 precious metals mining stock, despite a 300% rise in…

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