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FTSE 250 stocks are rising — here are 2 that could benefit from the recovery

FTSE 250 stocks are gaining momentum. Here's why OSB Group and Currys could offer long-term value and income as the…

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Are UK growth stocks finally back in fashion? Here are 2 to watch

With interest rates peaking and investor sentiment shifting, it could be time to revisit growth shares and consider their potential…

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£5,000 invested in these FTSE 100 shares could bring in a second income of…

For investors aiming to build a second income from the stock market, there are many opportunities on the UK’s blue-chip…

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With a 6% yield and a decade of growth, is this FTSE 100 dividend stock a no-brainer buy?

Discover if LondonMetric Property's 6% yield and impressive record of dividend growth make the stock a smart addition to a…

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11.4% dividend yield and 17 years of growth — is there passive income potential in a lesser-known FTSE stock?

Mark Hartley identifies an under-the-radar FTSE investment trust with an attractive yield and years of impressive dividend growth.

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The ECB rate cut could impact FTSE shares: what does it mean for UK investors?

Could FTSE shares with EU exposure benefit from this week’s ECB rate cuts? Mark Hartley thinks so, eyeing one company…

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Are National Grid shares still a buy to consider after the dividend yield falls below 5%?

After years of solid dividend action, National Grid shares seems to be losing their appeal as a passive income stock.…

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Could these dirt-cheap FTSE 100 shares send my portfolio soaring in 2025?

After years of subpar performance, I need to light a fire under my portfolio. Here, I've identified two FTSE 100…

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The Wise share price jumps 12% on US primary listing news

The Wise share price was up in early morning trading after the rapidly-growing online bank announced plans for a primary…

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With a 5% yield and P/E ratio of 6, this mid-cap FTSE value stock looks like a passive income gem!

After a solid run of gains and growing dividends, Mark Hartley weighs up the value and future prospects of one…

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The UK stock market’s soaring — could a crash still happen in 2025?

Our writer examines the sustainability of a rally that's pushed the FTSE near record highs, questioning if the UK stock…

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Is there growth potential in this under-the-radar stock that recently rejoined the FTSE 250? 

Kier Group is back in the FTSE 250 after a recovering UK economy gave the construction firm a boost. Mark…

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£20,000 of BAE shares in an ISA this year is now worth…

BAE shares have taken off in 2025, helping drive the FTSE 100 higher and give shareholders reason to celebrate. But…

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Why Warren Buffett’s bet on Chubb could be his most underrated move in years

After piling cash into a relatively unassuming insurance company, does Warren Buffett know something we don't? Mark Hartley takes a…

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With just £10k in savings, here’s how an investor could target a second income of £750 a month

With only £10k in the bank, an investor could build towards a second income worth £750 a month. Our writer…

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Dividend Shares

How millions of UK investors could secure a £10k second income with their savings 

Mark Hartley reveals how a well-chosen portfolio of high-yield dividend stocks could equate to a lucrative second income for many…

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Lloyds shares recently hit a 52-week high — is it too late to consider buying?

Lloyds shares have been on a roll in the past year. But is there still value for investors, or has…

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While the UK stock market nears record highs, here are 2 FTSE bargains to consider in June

Our writer considers the prospects of two undervalued FTSE 100 shares that still have growth potential amid a rallying UK…

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£10,000 invested in Tesco shares 3 years ago is now worth…

Calculating the potential returns on reinvested dividend stocks can provide surprising results, as our writer details using Tesco shares as…

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Here’s the forecast for 3 top dividend shares on the FTSE 100

Mark Hartley outlines the dividend forecast for three top FTSE 100 shares and evaluates their future prospects as part of…

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Value Shares

These 2 FTSE 100 stocks look cheap! Why are they lagging behind the market?

The FTSE 100 might be reaching for the stars but that's doesn't mean all the growth opportunities are gone. Mark…

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These 2 dividend stocks have yields above 10%! Could they deliver £2k of annual passive income?

Mark Hartley considers the potential benefits -- and risks -- of two high-yielding solar energy dividend stocks as part of…

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What the £2.9bn Deliveroo acquisition says about UK shares — and who’s next?

The recent Deliveroo acquisition highlights the global appetite for UK shares. This Fool wonders if Wise could be the next…

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UK market revival: amid policy shifts, a Stocks and Shares ISA could empower retail investors

Mark Hartley considers how a Stocks and Shares ISA could help investors capitalise on the UK market bounceback and aim…

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How a second income from high-yield UK dividend stocks could help an investor retire early

Building a second income through FTSE 100 dividend shares could be a way to retire early. And compounding plus reinvestment…

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Investing in 2025: is Warren Buffett’s advice still relevant today?

Warren Buffett’s long-term, value-focused investment strategy's stood the test of time. But in today’s fast-moving markets, does it still hold…

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Why the S&P 500’s record highs could continue in 2025

After a minor tariff-induced hiccup, the S&P 500 looks primed to continue last year's stellar rally. Mark Hartley considers one…

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Vodafone’s dividend yield falls below 5%. Is the stock still worth considering?

Once a dividend hero with a consistently high yield, Vodafone has lost its momentum. Our writer examines the company's financial…

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£10,000 investing in the top FTSE 100 growth stocks last year is now worth…

The FTSE 100's climbing ever closer to a new record high but the top stocks aren't necessarily the best buys.…

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Just £1,000 invested in Rolls-Royce shares during the pandemic is now worth…

Mark Hartley admires the incredible growth Rolls-Royce shares have enjoyed since their pandemic-era low, and identifies one UK stock that…

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UK stock market rally: the FTSE 100 eyes 9,000 points

Mark Hartley examines the companies that are driving the UK stock market to new highs in 2025, and identifies one…

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Can ChatGPT really build the perfect passive income portfolio? I put it to the test

Mark Hartley tests out AI to see if our computer overlords/buddies can develop a winning passive income portfolio. The results…

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2025 could be the year for UK shares! I’m eyeing these ones

After the stock market makes a stellar recovery this month, our writer highlights the UK shares he's considering investing in…

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With 7% yields and low payout ratios, these FTSE 250 dividend shares could be hard to ignore

Mark Hartley identifies two FTSE 250 stocks with high dividend yields and decent payment coverage. Are they worth considering in…

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Warren Buffett retires: what now for Berkshire Hathaway as the oracle steps down?

After stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO, Warren Buffett has passed the torch to Greg Abel. What does this mean…

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From landlord to investor: why buy-to-let owners may be switching to stocks for a second income

Our writer investigates how some residential landlords may turn to the stock market as a better option to provide a…

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Growth stocks vs. value stocks in 2025: where’s the smart money going?

Wondering whether to invest in growth or value stocks in 2025? Our writer outlines the key differences and identifies a…

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What’s inside a millionaire’s Stocks and Shares ISA?

Our writer investigates what a millionaire’s Stocks and Shares ISA might look like and what lessons it holds for long-term…

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As the FTSE 100 recovers from US trade war losses, here are the winners and losers

Our writer considers the prospects of one UK share that has suffered recently, while other FTSE 100 stocks have enjoyed…

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£10,000 invested in Legal & General shares 5 years ago is now worth…

Legal & General shares may not have enjoyed spectacular price growth in the past five years but they more than…

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