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US trade tariffs: what they could mean for UK shares like Ashtead, Compass Group, and Experian

US trade tariffs continue to rock global markets, and the UK is no exception. Our writer considers how a new…

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With average 10% yields, these mid-cap FTSE shares could supercharge a passive income portfolio

Some of the best passive income gems can be found on the UK's smaller indexes like the FTSE 250 and…

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Deutsche Bank reiterates Buy rating on 9.6% yielding FTSE 250 stock that was “most shorted in UK”

Our writer investigates why a major broker remains optimistic about a FTSE 250 stock that was once the most shorted…

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10% dividend yield! Here’s a FTSE 100 share to consider in April for passive income

This FTSE 100 stock just soared past the 10% yield mark, making it a potentially lucrative option for investors targeting…

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As the S&P 500 struggles to recover, here’s what Warren Buffett’s doing

The S&P 500 is fighting to regain its February highs amid ongoing trade tariff uncertainty. Our writer looks to the…

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Down 72%! This FTSE 250 firm could now be a stock market takeover target

After losing almost three-quarters of its stock market value, this struggling fashion brand could be in the crosshairs of a…

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This 10.6%-yielding dividend share goes ex-dividend tomorrow (3 April)!

Our writer considers the pros and cons of investing in a high-yielding oil and gas dividend share before its ex-dividend…

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A £10,000 investment in AstraZeneca shares last Christmas is now worth…

AstraZeneca shares have enjoyed moderate gains this year, helping to recover some of last year’s losses. But does it remain…

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£100 daily passive income? With the right shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA, it’s possible!

Earning £100 in passive income every day is a goal worth aiming for -- and our writer has a plan…

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3 undervalued UK shares to consider for an ISA this April

Mark Hartley uncovers some of the most promising and undervalued UK shares on the market right now and considers their…

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How much might an investor need to invest in dividend stocks to earn £800 a month passive income?

Mark Hartley attempts to break down the complexity of building a lucrative passive income from dividends and considers some strategic…

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I think this struggling FTSE 250 discount retailer could skyrocket in 2025

Our writer considers the recovery potential of a FTSE 250 dividend stock that has lost significant value over the past…

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This FTSE 100 fashion icon just broke the £1bn profit ceiling! What’s next?

FTSE 100 fashion retailer Next posted £1bn annual profit in this morning's results. In light of recent trade tariffs, is…

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Where’s the S&P 500 headed in 2025? Here’s what the experts have to say

Our writer consults a wide range of market experts to get an idea of where the S&P 500 might be…

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£20k inheritance? Don’t blow it: target a second income that pays £1k a month!

Our writer reveals a strategic way to target an attractive second income by investing savings or inheritance money in the…

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2 fantastic US growth stocks to consider for a fresh ISA this April

Thinking of opening or rebalancing a Stocks and Shares ISA this April? Consider diversifying into these two promising US growth…

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Up 33% in a month! Is this soaring ex-penny stock a hidden gem on the UK stock market?

With a £450m market-cap and £1 share price, Care REIT's no longer a stock market baby. Is this upcoming UK…

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FTSE shares: an opportunity to secure generational wealth?

FTSE shares have shown strong signs of recovery after years of underwhelming returns. Is a new wave of wealth opportunity…

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How to build passive income with dividend stocks: a beginner’s guide

Want to earn passive income through dividend investing? Learn how to build a portfolio of income-generating shares and grow your…

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These 3 UK shares are outperforming their US counterparts this year!

Amid trade tariff chaos, many UK shares are now outperforming their US rivals in 2025. Our writer looks at three…

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Should I buy the worst-performing stock on the FTSE 100 for its 6.4% dividend yield?

Undervalued stocks with high yields present a unique opportunity to capitalise on returns. But does the FTSE 100's largest advertising…

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Top US dividend shares to consider in April

As the last remnants of winter slowly fade away, Mark Hartley is looking for promising dividend shares from across the…

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The Prudential share price continues its recovery after 2024 profits rise 10%. Where’s it heading this year?

Mark Hartley considers the investment case for Prudential after positive 2024 full-year results could prompt further share price growth in…

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I’m buying more of this beaten-down FTSE 250 stock before it takes off!

FTSE 250 tech company Kainos Group is near its five-year low and looks primed for a recovery this year. This…

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The M&G share price soars 5% as it raises its dividend outlook despite £1.9bn in outflows

The M&G share price was given a boost this morning after its full-year results revealed a progressive dividend policy. Our…

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3 steps to safeguard a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025

This year's gearing up to be a wild ride for stocks and shares so investors should consider a careful approach…

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Rolls-Royce shares are up almost 500% in 2 years! Will the bubble burst?

Over the past two years, Rolls-Royce shares have gone parabolic, returning 470% since March 2023. But can the UK’s top…

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Here’s how £350 a month could put a stock market beginner on the road to wealth!

Interested in getting a foot on the stock market ladder? Our writer breaks down the facts and figures so aspiring…

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£15k of passive income a year? It’s possible with the right dividend strategy!

To figure out how much dividends are needed for a lucrative passive income stream, investors must understand which strategies get…

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How to optimise an ISA and target a £2k monthly second income

Mark Hartley considers the potential benefits of various ISA products and outlines a strategy that could lead to a lucrative…

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3 heavily discounted UK shares… and I think only 1 is worth considering this month

As the Footsie slips 3.5%, fresh opportunities arise for value investors. Our writer considers the long-term potential of 3 beaten-down…

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9% dividend yield! Is this FTSE 250 energy stock a passive income earners dream?

Greencoat UK Wind is a promising FTSE 250 energy stock with an exceptionally high yield. But with the price down…

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How to identify FTSE 100 shares with unusually high trading volume

Our writer takes a look into which metrics can be used to assess the FTSE 100 stocks that are making…

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Why has Warren Buffett built a $318bn war chest?

Mark Hartley looks at legendary investor Warren Buffett's massive stockpile of cash, how investors can learn from his approach and…

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How much would an investor need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to earn a £750 monthly passive income?

Mark Hartley whips up a recipe to illustrate how a Stocks and Shares ISA portfolio could eventually generate a solid…

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Here’s how much stock markets are down this month (and what I’m doing as a long-term investor)

Our writer examines the losses that global stock markets have suffered and ways UK investors can prepare to shield themselves.

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£10,000 invested in Lloyds shares at the start of the year is now worth…

Lloyds' shares have performed extremely well this year but can they continue as trade tariffs rock global markets? Our writer…

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This recovering FTSE 100 dividend share has a 9.5% yield!

M&G is a struggling UK dividend share that's begun to show signs of a moderate recovery this year. But is…

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How much should investors put in an ISA to achieve the UK living wage in passive income?

Mark Hartley considers whether investors could live off the passive income earned from a dividend stock portfolio in a Stocks…

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Up 42%, TP ICAP shares are soaring! So how is its dividend yield still so high?

With a skyrocketing share price and 6% dividend yield, this FTSE 250 company looks like a no-brainer for both growth…

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