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Rolls-Royce shares might be 26% overvalued. Is it time to sell?

A comparison with one of Rolls-Royce’s competitors suggests its shares are expensive. Our writer contemplates what to do.

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Will Lloyds shares reach £1 soon? Or is 76p more likely?

Lloyds' shares are closing in on the 100p-barrier for the first time since the global financial crisis of 2008. But…

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This FTSE 100 stock isn’t the highest-yielding on the index, but it’s been one of the most reliable dividend payers

There are lots of FTSE 100 dividend shares to choose from. Our writer looks at one stock that’s increased its…

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This FTSE 250 stock’s yielding 12.8%. But such an impressive return might not be available for very long

The FTSE 250 is stuffed full of high-yielding dividend shares. Our writer takes a closer look at one of them…

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With the JD Sports share price down 22% in a month, could the retailer be a 2026 takeover target?

As the JD Sports share price continues to disappoint -- and its price-to-earnings ratio climbs ever higher -- will the…

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Could £20,000, an ISA, and these 5 amazing shares give a second income of £1,500 a year?

Our writer reckons those looking to generate a four-figure second income should consider putting high-yielding dividend stocks in their ISAs.

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I asked ChatGPT for a bargain stock to put in my ISA. Here’s what it said…

Although aware of its limitations, our writer’s used AI software to come up with a suggestion for his ISA and…

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3 epic high-yielding (6.7%+) dividend shares to consider for a SIPP

Buying dividend shares is a great way of boosting a SIPP. Our writer’s found three to consider that offer a…

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I love this passive income stock but I know there are plenty of brilliant others available right now!

Our writer identifies his favourite stock for passive income but acknowledges there are lots of other candidates to choose from.

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Could BP’s 5.5% dividend yield climb higher still?

This oil and gas giant’s dividend yield is still one of the highest on the FTSE 100. Our writer considers…

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Could this FTSE 100 stock be a major winner from the Autumn 2025 Budget?

Our writer reckons this UK stock (and others in the same sector) could be a major beneficiary from today’s (26…

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Good news: Nvidia’s record-breaking results. Bad news: a stock market crash could still happen

James Beard’s impressed by Nvidia’s better-than-expected earnings. But he hasn’t changed his mind about whether a stock market crash will…

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Do Rolls-Royce or Lloyds shares offer the better value?

Lloyds shares are trading 10% below their 52-week high. But are they more attractively priced than another FTSE 100 favourite?

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The Babcock share price falls slightly despite another strong set of results

James Beard takes a look at the half-year results of Babcock International Group, the rapidly-growing FTSE 100 defence contractor.

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Is it possible to become a Stocks and Shares ISA millionaire? Here are 4,560 people who’ve done it

Latest statistics show that nearly 5,000 people have a Stocks and Shares ISA worth seven figures or more. James Beard…

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Investors are putting the boot into this FTSE 250 stock. But I reckon a recovery’s under way

James Beard sees enough in Dr Martens' half-year results to believe the iconic FTSE 250 footwear manufacturer is on the…

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JD Sports’ share price trades at only 6.8 times forecast earnings. What on earth’s going on?

James Beard takes a closer look at the numbers that led to yesterday’s (20 November) 3.88% fall in JD Sports'…

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Plenty of stocks are forecast to grow faster than the Rolls-Royce share price. Here are just 3

The Rolls-Royce share price has been the darling of the market. But James Beard’s found 3 stocks forecast to outperform…

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Oscar was right about this FTSE 100 stock. But could the tables be turned in 2026?

James Beard’s conceded defeat in last year’s FTSE 100 stock-picking competition with his nephew. But he thinks 2026 could be…

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Up 43% in a year! Am I wrong about the British American Tobacco share price?

The British American Tobacco share price keeps defying our author’s expectations. James Beard takes a closer look at the numbers…

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Down 43% in 3 months! Does today’s news mean the WH Smith share price is now in bargain territory?

Three months ago, the WH Smith share price crashed following an accounting debacle. Today (19 November), further details have been…

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Why are investors on this trading platform piling in to an AI-threatened US stock?

James Beard tries to work out why this US stock’s attracting a lot of interest even though it could be…

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Prediction: in 12 months the Persimmon share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

James Beard examines whether the Persimmon share price could stage a major recovery in 2026. And he looks at the…

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Here’s what I’m taking away from Warren Buffett’s final letter

After reading Warren Buffett’s last letter to Berkshire Hathaway’s shareholders, James Beard asks if it’s time to broaden his own…

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Could this be the next FTSE 100 stock to be taken over?

There's a rumour circulating that a takeover approach could soon be made for this struggling FTSE 100 stock. James Beard…

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Does the Ferrari or Aston Martin share price offer better value?

It’s difficult being a luxury sportscar maker at the moment. But is the Aston Martin share price undervalued when compared…

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Ouch! £34bn has just been wiped off the value of the FTSE 100 index

The FTSE 100 index has fallen heavily today (14 November) after it’s been confirmed that income tax rates won't rise.…

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These FTSE 100 stocks have just tanked. Are they now too cheap to ignore?

James Beard considers whether it’s time to take advantage of large falls in the share prices of these two blue-chip…

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Burberry’s sales return to growth. But what next for its share price?

The Burberry share price jumps after the release of the fashion group’s interim results. James Beard takes a closer look…

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I asked ChatGPT for a 5-stock FTSE 100 portfolio to help me retire early. This is what it said…

James Beard used a popular artificial intelligence tool to find five FTSE 100 stocks that could boost an early retirement.…

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Will the Lloyds share price rally end soon?

The recent rally in the Lloyds Banking Group share price has been impressive. James Beard considers how much longer it…

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Why Germany could hold the key to the future direction of the Vodafone share price

The Vodafone share price leapt 8.3% on 11 November. James Beard thinks Germany will play an important role in determining…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for at least £1,500 a month of passive income?

James Beard explains how it might be possible to use an ISA and a few dividend shares to generate a…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price rally over?

James Beard sees some evidence that the current Rolls-Royce share price rally is faltering. But he acknowledges we’ve been here…

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Prediction: analysts reckon the Persimmon share price will jump 24% in a year! Could it?

James Beard is enthused by upbeat Persimmon share price forecasts. And the stock’s good for income too. But can predictions…

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Down 19% in a month! What on earth’s going on with the JD Sports share price?

Since breaking through the 100p-barrier again, the JD Sports share price has been in sharp decline. James Beard tries to…

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What’s wrong with the Rolls-Royce share price?

The Rolls-Royce share price had a disappointing October. James Beard considers whether it’s a sign that its post-pandemic rally could…

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Should I buy more BP shares after the energy giant beats Q3 earnings expectations?

James Beard considers what he should do with his BP shares following this morning’s (4 November) release of the group’s…

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This FTSE 100 stock’s risen over 150% in 12 months. And there could be more to come

James Beard takes a close look at the third-best-performing FTSE 100 stock over the past year. And he thinks the…

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The Vodafone share price is heading towards 100p. Could the rally last?

After a long period in the doldrums, Vodafone’s share price is on the up. James Beard considers whether changed investor…

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