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The £100-a-month portfolio that could grow into a lifetime second income

Discover how investing just £100 a month in dividend stocks could grow into a portfolio paying a steady second income…

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A P/E ratio of 127! Is this soaring FTSE 250 stock as overvalued as it looks?

Up 66% over the past year, FTSE 250 company Avon Technologies has a heavily inflated P/E ratio. But Mark Hartley…

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2 dividend-paying UK shares that could thrive in a high-interest-rate world

Higher interest rates are usually bad news for businesses, but some UK shares could potentially benefit from tighter monetary policy.

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Why are some industry experts fearing a stock market crash (and what to do)?

Rising concerns around US trade tariffs have renewed fears of a stock market crash, but it may not be all…

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This $185bn US growth stock is soaring on the back of AI – but is it a buy at this valuation?

Digital storage forms the backbone of the tech that’s driving AI, but is this rallying US growth stocks still worth…

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£500 buys 125 shares in this 9.9%-yielding FTSE 100 stock!

This FTSE 100 stock yields a juicy 9.9%, and £500 secures 125 shares. But is WPP a bargain income buy…

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Analysts think this 5%-yielding dividend stock could be undervalued by 92%!

Even with the FTSE 100 near record highs, this overlooked dividend stock could offer value, growth and income -- if…

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3 top UK stocks for an ISA to target a £1,000 monthly passive income

Thinking of building a passive income stream? Mark Hartley considers three high-yield FTSE 100 shares for a Stocks and Shares…

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2 great dividend shares to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA in H2 2025

The FTSE 100's packed with great options for a Stocks and Shares ISA. Our writer outlines two that look particularly…

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The AI boom could be an opportunity for Britons to build a second income stream

Our writer considers how investing in AI through a tech-focused investment trust could help UK investors build towards a second…

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Brokers have raised targets on Lloyds’ share price following the court win

The Lloyds share price has rallied this week after a major legal win. But could more growth be on the…

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Can these FTSE 250 underdogs make a comeback in H2 2025?

The FTSE 250 has lagged behind the FTSE 100 so far in 2025. Could these two beaten-down mid-cap shares bounce…

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After a 22% July dip, could this be among the most undervalued shares on the UK stock market?

After a sudden price drop in July, this manufacturing firm looks heavily undervalued. Our writer considers this rare stock market…

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What UK investors can learn from Warren Buffett’s recent trades

Warren Buffett's latest stock picks show his love for global brands. UK investors could follow suit with FTSE 100 giants…

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I missed Nvidia – could this be the next big US growth stock?

Nvidia has delivered staggering gains in recent years, but is there another growth stock with explosive potential? Mark Hartley takes…

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Down but not out: 2 cut-price dividend shares to consider buying in August

These two UK dividend shares are down heavily in 2025, but they still offer attractive yields and potential for recovery,…

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Should an investor use the full £20k ISA allowance in one go or drip-feed it?

Lump-sum or monthly investing? Our writer explores which strategy may work best for a Stocks and Shares ISA in today’s…

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How to aim for a second income from scratch with just £5 a day

Our writer investigates a low-cost method of building a second income with dividend shares and harnessing the power of compounding…

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3 passive income stocks I aim to keep holding — even in a recession!

Mark Hartley highlights three core holdings that form the foundation of his long-term passive income strategy, through thick and thin.

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Greggs shares slip 5%! Should I dump the FTSE 250 stock after today’s results?

As Greggs shares slide further following lacklustre first half results, our writer considers what value remains in the FTSE 250…

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As the FTSE 100 hits new highs, this rallying share still look cheap

With the FTSE 100 touching 9,150, some big names still look undervalued. Mark Hartley picks out a FTSE 100 stock…

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3 income-rich UK shares I’m comfortable to hold until 2035

When thinking in terms of income, these high-yield UK shares offer a blend of stability, longevity and growth potential.

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How an investor could aim for £1,000 a month in passive income with just 3 FTSE 100 shares

Sometimes it pays to keep things simple. Here, Mark Hartley outlines a strategy for beginners to get started towards £1k…

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What’s really driving the stock market in 2025? A closer look at 3 big trends

From artificial intelligence to falling interest rates, Mark Hartley explores three powerful forces currently moving the stock market – and…

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This 8%-yielder helped me build a second income – is it still worth buying today?

Mark Hartley reflects on one of his earliest dividend shares, Legal & General, and asks whether it’s still a smart…

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2 decades of growth and a 15% dividend yield! Is there income potential in this small-cap AIM share?

With a sky-high dividend yield and many years of growth, could this overlooked AIM share be a passive income gem?…

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With P/E ratios below 7, are these undervalued FTSE shares bargains — or value traps?

Low valuations aren’t always the bargains they seem. Mark Hartley takes a closer look at two FTSE shares trading at…

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Is there value in Baltic Classifieds — a soaring growth stock that brokers are buying?

Baltic Classifieds has surged after broker upgrades. Mark Hartley asks whether this FTSE 250 stock is really worth buying now.

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After the FTSE 100 broke 9,000 points, does the UK market look overvalued?

The FTSE 100 went past 9,000 points this week but Mark Hartley says there are still bargains out there and…

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Aiming to turn £10k into £20k? Here are 3 FTSE 250 shares for investors to consider

Our writer demonstrates how three vastly different FTSE 250 stocks could all double an investment over a decade – and…

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Why I think the FTSE 250 could outperform the FTSE 100 this decade

Our writer takes a lesson from history and outlines why he thinks the FTSE 250 could beat the FTSE 100…

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Is there any reason NOT to open a Stocks and Shares ISA?

A Stocks and Shares ISA is one of the best ways to grow wealth with tax benefits. But there are…

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3 UK shares that have recently become takeover targets

Mark Hartley examines why these three UK shares have become takeover targets and could be bought out by rivals in…

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40 with no retirement plan? This much in an ISA could target a £1,000 monthly passive income

A 40-year-old with no retirement plan needn’t lose hope. Our writer explores how much to invest in an ISA to…

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Lloyds share price: up 40% this year, is it time to take profits?

The booming Lloyds share price is up nearly 40% in 2025, outperforming its UK banking peers. Our writer asks whether…

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If the stock market crashes tomorrow, here’s what I’ll do with my portfolio

A stock market crash can feel terrifying. Here’s why staying calm matters – and how this recovering FTSE 100 company…

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Building a second income with FTSE 100 dividend shares: my simple 3-step plan

Mark Hartley outlines a straightforward three-step approach to building a second income portfolio with well-established FTSE 100 dividend shares.

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2 profitable penny stocks that are outpacing Rolls-Royce this year!

Intent on uncovering the best penny stocks in the UK, our writer has identified two gems that are beating the…

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With a 9% dividend yield, WPP is now topping the FTSE 100 – but I’m not convinced

Our writer breaks down how to spot a dividend yield that’s backed by sustainable earnings growth – and one that…

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FTSE shares for beginners: 2 solid picks to consider when starting a Stocks and Shares ISA

For those new to investing, Mark Hartley explains why he believes these two FTSE shares could help kickstart a resilient…

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