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Mark Hartley

Mark is an IT professional with a background in financial technology. He developed an interest in stocks and investments while working as a systems analyst for one of the largest interdealer brokers in London. He is enthusiastic about emerging industries like fintech, biotech, AI, and renewable energy. "There is more honor in accumulating little by little than in reaching for the sky and ending up flat on your face" - Vatnsdæla Saga, c.7

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FTSE 100 or S&P 500: where should I invest?

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UK investors are often drawn to the high growth of US stocks. But there are pros and cons to be…

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A 9.6% yield but down 14%! Should I consider this FTSE gem for my dividend portfolio?

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There are several things to consider when looking for FTSE shares with dividend potential. Here, our writer outlines his evaluation…

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What’s the minimum I need to invest every month to earn a meaningful passive income?

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When looking to secure a stream of passive income it's important to be realistic. Our writer investigates a strategy to…

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2 ‘super-dependable’ dividend shares that have paid income for decades

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Mark Hartley considers two dividend shares that have rewarded shareholders with lucrative payments for more than 20 years.

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3 global investment trusts for maximum diversity in a Stocks and Shares ISA

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I think investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA is the most logical route to take for UK residents who…

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The FTSE 250 is brimming with potential, especially in stocks like this one

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The main Footsie index gets all the attention but its little brother, the FTSE 250, is full of growth potential.…

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Shell share price set to fall as impairment warning issued

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Shell has had a good run this year, but there are some major issues that are leaving me to wonder…

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If I’d put £1k in this FTSE 100 stock five years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Mark David Hartley works out what sort of profit he’d have made by investing in this FTSE 100 pick pre-pandemic.…

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Will the Tesco share price hit a 10-year high in 2024?

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Up from 200p less than two years ago, the Tesco share price has enjoyed impressive growth lately. Now I'm considering…

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Are these the best stocks to buy after the UK election?

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With Labour now leading the UK, change is on the horizon. I'm considering the best stocks to buy based on…

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Could this beaten-down UK growth stock be the next Rolls-Royce?

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Mark Hartley feels Rolls shares have had their time and are running out of steam. Now he’s searching for the…

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£10k in an ISA? Here’s how I’d aim to generate a ton of passive income

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I dream of escaping the shackles of a salary with financial independence and a steady stream of passive income. Here’s…

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With the BP share price down 8% this week, I think it’s time to look elsewhere

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Mark David Hartley is shifting his focus to renewable energy as the BP share price falls further into decline. But…

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I’m considering 3 top UK dividend stocks for my portfolio this July

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Mark David Hartley is looking at adding a few dividend stocks to his portfolio this month. Will these three shares…

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Is the UK stock market about to take a dive?

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The Bank of England has warned of an increased risk of a stock market correction. Here's my strategy to weather…

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3 reasons why these FTSE shares still look like huge bargains to me

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Mark David Hartley's bargain hunting again and thinks he may have found three of the most undervalued FTSE shares in…

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Up 5% this month with a 7.8% dividend yield, this FTSE 250 stock looks tempting

| Mark Hartley

The numbers suggest this FTSE 250 stock could be a strong dividend-payer with growth potential. But is that the whole…

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How to target a second income of £1,000 a month with spare change

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It doesn't take much to start building a second income stream... just a few pounds a day. But choosing the…

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Here’s one way to invest £20k in an ISA to target an average 7% dividend yield

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Mark David Hartley outlines a strategy to identify the best stocks to target in an ISA portfolio with a 7%…

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This is the most common FTSE 100 stock found in UK equity income funds. Is it a good investment?

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Mark David Hartley investigates why this popular FTSE 100 stock keeps popping up in investment fund portfolios across the UK.

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Which shares are Stocks and Shares ISA millionaires holding in 2024?

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Being a Stocks and Shares ISA millionaire sure does sound appealing! Mark Hartley explores the shares the UK’s top investors…

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3 recovering UK dividend shares – as picked by professionals

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Here are three UK dividend shares that top brokers and fund managers are either holding or have tipped this week.…

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Nearing 500p, is the Aviva share price still cheap? Here’s what the charts say!

| Mark Hartley

Aviva is up 20% in the past year, outperforming the FTSE -- but can the share price still grow further?…

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2 penny stocks to consider buying while their prices are still cheap

| Mark Hartley

With many FTSE 100 stocks now overbought, investors may consider digging deeper to uncover penny stocks with room to grow.

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3 cheap UK shares to consider as summer holidays arrive

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Will summer bring a new wave of interest in UK shares? Trading typically subsides as people take leave, but I…

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£7,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for a monthly passive income of £666

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Start small, but aim big, cultivating a steady stream of passive income by consistently reinvesting dividends from high-yielding stocks.

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The BT share price rose 37% this quarter! What’s driving the growth?

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The BT share price is on the up. Mark Hartley is considering whether the growth spurt is a one-off occurrence,…

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Down 14% last month! What’s going on with the share price of this FTSE 250 British icon?

| Mark Hartley

The FTSE 250 slipped 3.5% in June as the UK market headed towards the summer. But this one stock bore…

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Hidden potential: could this UK-listed growth stock be the next Nvidia?

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Based in Canada but listed in London, I think up-and-coming chip designer could be the next big thing to drive…

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2 shares I’d give a wide berth to in today’s stock market

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The UK stock market is brimming with promising long-term investment opportunities. But I wouldn’t say that these two shares are…

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Are FTSE 100 shares STILL cheap? I think so, and here’s one to consider buying in July

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The FTSE 100's up 442 points this year, but bargains remain. Mark Hartley reveals one of his favourite value stocks…

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I’d aim for a second income of £1,200 a month with this high-yield dividend stock

| Mark Hartley

Investing in dividend stocks via a Stocks and Shares ISA is a great way to build a second income stream,…

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1 growth stock I’d consider before Rolls-Royce

| Mark Hartley

The UK's favourite jet engine manufacturer has skyrocketed lately but there may be more potential in this undervalued growth stock.

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Can £10 a day turn into a passive income of £50,000 a year? It’s possible!

| Mark Hartley

A passive income of £50,000 a year sounds like a dream come true. £4,000 per month? That could certainly provide…

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At 17%, this dividend stock has the highest yield on the FTSE 250

| Mark Hartley

Grabbing high-yield stocks on the FTSE 250 is a great way to earn extra returns. But is the highest yield…

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Does the 9.4% dividend yield justify buying shares in this UK investment giant?

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Mark David Hartley investigates the benefits and pitfalls of investing in a stock with one of the highest dividend yields…

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I’m searching for the best FTSE 100 stocks to build generational wealth. Have I found them?

| Mark Hartley

Investing in UK shares on the FTSE 100 can help parents pass down a significant chunk of cash to their…

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Up 200% in a year! Can Rolls-Royce shares rocket any higher?

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As the general election draws closer, growth in the UK market has slowed. But for Rolls-Royce shares, there seems to…

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Only £5k in savings? Here’s 1 way to aim for a monthly second income of £1,000 by retirement

| Mark Hartley

With a bit of planning, it’s possible to build a lucrative second income with dividend shares. This is how I’d…

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2 lesser-known dividend stocks to consider this summer

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Summer is here and global markets could be heading for a period of subdued trading. But our writer thinks there…

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