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After an 86% dividend boost, I think Admiral Group’s one of the best income shares to consider buying now

Looking for dividend shares to buy in 2026? Our writer thinks Admiral Group's a top contender to think about after…

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At a 5-year low, is it time to call it a day on my Greggs shares?

Mark Hartley considers biting the bullet and taking a loss as his Greggs shares are one of the worst-performing stocks…

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Lloyds’ share price: with £1 in sight, is it time for cheer or fear?

As the Lloyds shares price continues to hit record highs, there could be trouble on the horizon. Mark Hartley considers…

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Warren Buffett’s written his final farewell. His lessons are his legacy

After 60 years at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett has written his final letter to shareholders. But how…

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Got a spare £100 a month? If so, here’s a way to target £10k in passive income

Mark Hartley breaks down a simple dividend investment plan for a multi-year journey towards achieving a lucrative passive income stream.

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2 low-risk, high-yield FTSE 100 shares to consider for 2026

Investors aiming for long-term passive income should focus on dividend reliability. Our writer identifies two FTSE 100 stocks to consider.

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Here’s how much £5k of FTSE shares 10 years ago would be worth now…

Mark Hartley calculates the combined 10-year return on FTSE shares and explains how investors can identify top growth stocks to…

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At a 5-year high, are Barclays’ shares still good value among UK banks?

After taking a breather, Barclays' shares are back on their upward trajectory – but are they still a good buy?…

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The S&P 500 keeps rising despite weak results. I’m buying this instead

The S&P 500 keeps rising even as the cracks start to show. As a risk-averse investor, Mark Hartley has his…

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With a 7.6% yield, could this REIT be a passive income gem in 2026?

Mark Hartley takes a closer look at the recovering UK property market and how it could make 2026 a great…

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Up 120% this year! How is this dividend share still undervalued?

Most stocks fit into one of three categories: growth, income or value. It isn’t often an investor gets all three.…

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Should I buy this fastest-growing stock on the FTSE 250?

Why is Ceres Power up 50% this month and will it keep growing? Mark Hartley takes a closer look at…

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My Tesco shares are near an all-time high — here’s why I’m still buying more

Mark Hartley explains why he plans to keep buying more Tesco shares even as they trade near record highs. And…

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9%+ yields! These high-payout income shares look too good to be true

High yields are the goal when it comes to passive income shares, but not all are reliable. Mark Hartley considers…

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2 super-cheap dividend shares to consider while they’re still penny stocks

Our writer considers the prospects of two cheap dividend shares that may not be considered penny stocks for much longer.…

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Will a US stock market crash hit the UK? Here’s what experts think

Mark Hartley considers the benefits of weighting a portfolio towards defensive UK shares as the US stock market looks increasingly…

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Hunting cheap AI shares to buy? Consider these 2 promising start-ups

Mark Hartley details why he believes investors keen on the AI boom may want to consider these two shares to…

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This is how I pick dividend shares for my passive income portfolio

Mark Hartley breaks down his tried-and-tested method of picking reliable dividend stocks to target long-term passive income well into retirement.

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2 of my favourite FTSE 100 stocks are looking great in November

Mark Hartley is looking forward to a great month leading into the festive season, with two of his top FTSE…

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Lloyds continues share buybacks despite a 36% profit plunge. Risk or opportunity?

Despite ongoing challenges, the Lloyds share price continues to hit new highs. Mark Hartley looks into the reasons behind the…

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At a 27-year low, will this once-grand FTSE 100 giant be relegated to the FTSE 250 soon?

After a tough year, WPP’s share price has plummeted. But with AI adoption and new leadership, could the advertising giant…

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With 118% earnings growth, analysts think this value share could soar 70% in the coming 12 months!

Mark Hartley takes a closer look at a small-cap British value share that's been tipped to rally in the coming…

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Is ITV still a good dividend shares pick after today’s trading update?

ITV has long been a firm favourite among UK investors hunting for top dividend shares. But is it still a…

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2 UK shares to consider ahead of next week’s trading updates

Mark Hartley looks at two UK shares with trading updates scheduled for next week. Could new guidance provide an opportunity…

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50,000 shares of this 12%-yielding small-cap could deliver this much second income…

With an above-average yield and a cheap share price, this micro-cap stock could deliver a decent second income. But is…

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I can’t believe ChatGPT picked these 3 growth stocks as its top choices…

While hunting growth stocks, our writer decided to test various AI chatbots. The results were a bit surprising, to say…

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What can investors expect from the BT dividend yield ahead of this week’s results?

Mark Hartley looks at analyst forecasts to get a better idea how this week’s results could affect BT’s dividend yield…

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3 FTSE shares that could rally this week if earnings updates impress 

Mark Hartley takes a closer look at the forecasts for three massive blue-chip FTSE shares ahead of this week’s busy…

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50,000 shares of this 44p penny stock could deliver £1,650 in passive income

A cheap penny stock with a 7.5% dividend yield is a rare find on the UK stock market. Mark Hartley…

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The UK stock market hits new highs – but should investors tread carefully?

With the FTSE 100 hitting new highs last month, Mark Hartley considers where global stock markets may be heading next…

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£5,000 invested in BAE shares 6 years ago is now worth…

Mark Hartley takes a look at the factors that drove a 440% rise in BAE shares since its pandemic lows…

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How many dividend shares would a retiree need to put in an ISA to target a £35k passive income?

Mark Hartley looks at examples of how a dedicated ISA dividend investment strategy could target a lucrative passive income for…

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Up 50% in a week! This under-the-radar FTSE 250 stock is crushing the market

Mark Hartley considers whether the spectacular rally of a recent FTSE 250 addition is sustainable – or if it will…

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1 FTSE 100 share I predict will outperform the S&P 500 over the next 5 years

The S&P 500 may have dominated headlines, but this FTSE 100 stock could offer stronger potential in the next five…

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What’s the dividend forecast for Rolls-Royce shares in 2026 and beyond

With dividends recently reintroduced, Mark Hartley takes a look at what income investors can expect from Rolls-Royce shares over the…

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With £20,000 in savings, how much passive income can you realistically expect from a Stocks and Shares ISA?

Find out how much passive income a Stocks and Shares ISA can generate from £20k, and how dividend stocks like…

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How many shares of this popular FTSE 250 trust are needed to target a monthly second income above £1k?

When aiming to earn a second income on the UK stock market, Mark Hartley believes investors should consider this income-focused…

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After a 30% crash, brokers forecast a spectacular recovery! Could this be one of the best UK shares to buy now?

After a sharp 30% drop, B&M European Value Retail could be a rebound candidate with an 8.1% yield, 7.7 P/E,…

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5 world-class dividend shares to consider for retirement, as picked by ‘experts’

Planning for retirement is stressful enough without having to worry about income, so I trust the experts when it comes…

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Why I’m buying FTSE 100 shares over US growth stocks in 2026

With US growth stocks hitting record highs and risks mounting, Mark Hartley explains why FTSE 100 defensive shares could offer…

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