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How to invest £500 in the FTSE 100 today

James Beard explains how investing £500 in this FTSE 100 stock at the start of 2025 would have made an…

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How much is needed in an ISA to target a £2,741 monthly passive income?

James Beard explains how an ISA and a successful long-term stock-picking strategy could generate passive income matching the UK’s average…

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Want to aim for £31,353 more than the State Pension? A SIPP could be the answer

The State Pension offers a safety net, but here’s why you could consider a Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) for a…

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With a 10-year return of over 750%, should I add this runaway success to my Stocks and Shares ISA?

I regret not adding this little-known member of the FTSE 100 to my Stocks and Shares ISA. But is now…

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£300 a month and 5 high-yielding dividend shares could build a SIPP worth over £175,000!

James Beard explores how a modest regular investment -- and a handful of dividend shares -- could build a healthy…

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5 years ago, £5,000 bought 2,645 Barclays shares. But how many would it buy now?

Despite delivering an impressive return since April 2021, Barclays' shares have lagged the FTSE 100's other banks. James Beard considers…

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5 years ago, £5,000 bought 354 Shell shares. But how many would it buy now?

When it comes to Shell’s numbers, most of them are impressive. And it’s no different when looking at the recent…

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BAE Systems shares are up 274% in 46 months. And I reckon there could be more to come

Our writer’s been learning about the state of Britain’s defence forces. And he thinks it could be good news for…

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5 years ago, £5,000 bought 218 Greggs shares. How many would it buy now?

Greggs sells around 150m sausage rolls every year. But have those who bought the baker’s shares in April 2021 made…

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Up 1,119% in 65 months, is there anything left to say about Rolls-Royce shares?

Since the pandemic, Rolls-Royce shares have risen over 1,100%. What’s left to say? In fact, James Beard reckons there’s plenty…

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Standard Life’s announced a £2bn deal but its share price is largely unchanged. Why?

James Beard considers why the Standard Life share price didn’t take off today (15 April) after the group announced it…

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Could £20,000 invested in these 5 dividend shares produce £14,760 of passive income over the next 10 years?

James Beard considers the potential of dividend shares to deliver amazing levels of passive income. Here are five that have…

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At 570p, is it too late to consider buying BP shares?

Since the end of February, when the conflict in the Middle East started, BP shares have soared nearly 20%. But…

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5 years ago, £5,000 bought 1,231 Aviva shares. But how many would it buy now?

Buying Aviva shares in April 2021 would have been a good decision. And the insurance, wealth, and retirement group’s dividends…

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5 years ago, £5,000 bought 3,185 Marks & Spencer shares. But how many would it buy now?

According to a recent survey, Marks & Spencer is the UK’s best brand. Does this mean it’s time to consider…

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Is the 8.7% yield on this FTSE 250 stock too good to be true?

FTSE 250 stocks are often overlooked by income investors. Here’s one that’s currently (15 April) yielding over twice that of…

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£20,000 invested in this FTSE 100 stock 10 years ago is now worth this astonishing amount…

This FTSE 100 stock's delivered an amazing return over the past 10 years. James Beard considers whether it’s worth holding…

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This penny share is 463% undervalued according to 1 analyst!

An analyst has published a research note arguing that this penny share is massively undervalued. James Beard takes a closer…

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With the potential to double in 10 years, this could be a dividend stock to consider buying

With a yield of 7.2%, income investors might consider buying this stock. But reinvesting the dividends could deliver even more…

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How much would someone need to invest in the stock market to target a £1,250 monthly second income?

Investing in the stock market can help deliver long-term wealth. But James Beard says it can also be a way…

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How much would someone need in an ISA to aim to treble the current State Pension?

Experts say the State Pension isn’t generous enough to provide a comfortable retirement. James Beard says the stock market could…

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Is now a great time to start aiming for a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA?

James Beard reckons a seven-figure Stocks and Shares ISA is within reach. But he advises not to hang about for…

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At 100p, is now a good time to consider buying Lloyds shares?

With Lloyds shares changing hands for 12% less than in February, James Beard considers whether they are now (10 April)…

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An 8.4% yield! A dividend growth stock to consider stashing in a SIPP for decades?

James Beard takes a closer look at a stock that’s increased its dividend during 17 of the past 20 years.…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how to target a £2,320 monthly passive income in retirement

It’s never too late to save for retirement. In fact, someone starting in their 40s could still aim for a…

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A P/E ratio of less than 7. Is this a red-hot value share to consider now?

James Beard uses a popular tool to identify a UK share that’s potentially undervalued. But he reckons judgement is also…

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What would £10,000 invested in Aviva shares 5 years ago be worth today?

Aviva shares have outperformed the FTSE 100 over the past five years. And the dividends have been impressive too. But…

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Could these 8 FTSE 250 shares turn £20,000 into £297,276 within 25 years?

James Beard reckons it’s possible to use dividend shares to create long-term wealth. But could his strategy work with these…

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Could AI bring on the mother of all stock market crashes?

Some are predicting AI will lead to a stock market crash like we’ve never seen before. James Beard considers how…

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£10,000 invested in BT shares 5 years ago has turned into…

BT shares have underperformed the FTSE 100 over the past five years. James Beard looks at the reasons why and…

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£5,000 invested in Vodafone shares 5 years ago is now worth…

Vodafone’s shares have underperformed the FTSE 100 since April 2021. However, this isn’t the full story. James Beard explains why.

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£5,000 invested in these 5 stocks 1 year ago is now worth £12,350

A successful stock-picking strategy can deliver huge returns. James Beard looks at what might be achieved by investing in a…

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Now below £12, are Rolls-Royce shares an unmissable bargain?

Rolls-Royce shares have been caught up in the fallout from the Middle East conflict. But could this be an incredible…

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This FTSE 100 stock’s crashed over 25%. But could it be an amazing opportunity for income and growth?

There’s one FTSE 100 stock that’s been badly affected by the conflict in the Gulf region. But could this be…

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How much would someone need in an ISA to target £308,538 annual dividend income?

Want to target a massive six-figure annual income from an ISA? James Beard reckons there are some people already achieving…

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How many Lloyds shares would I need to target £1,250 annual passive income?

Lloyds shares have a reputation for being excellent for dividends. But how many would be needed to match the return…

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Aged 47 with a SIPP worth £27,000? Legal & General says you can still have a comfortable retirement

James Beard reckons a SIPP’s a great way to save for retirement. And the UK’s largest pension provider says it’s…

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These 5 dividend stocks could generate 6.8% passive income over the next 12 months

There are plenty of opportunities for those wanting to earn a chunky second income from dividend stocks. James Beard takes…

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A year ago, this was a penny stock. Now it’s worth £650m

James Beard reflects on the remarkable rise of this ex-penny stock. Could there be more to come, or might the…

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How much would someone need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target an annual income of £20,855?

Want to earn a five-figure second income? James Beard looks at how someone could aim to realise this dream by…

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