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Can Rolls-Royce shares soar further? Here are 3 things driving growth

Rolls-Royce shares continue to climb on major wins — but is now the time to buy? This Fool UK writer…

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These high-yielding FTSE 100 dividend shares are soaring! Time to buy more?

Aviva and Phoenix Group are making gains – but are they still considered top dividend shares? Our writer decided to…

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£20k in savings? Discover how to unlock a £1,200 second income overnight

Thousands of UK investors use their spare savings to earn a second income from dividend-paying stocks. Mark Hartley outlines a…

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These 2 undervalued dividend-paying FTSE shares are soaring! What’s the catch?

Mark Hartley considers the prospects of two rallying FTSE shares that look undervalued and pay decent dividends. Is there more…

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The Tesla share price slips further — how much would £10k invested at the start of the year be worth now?

The Tesla share price remains under pressure, with risks mounting from multiple directions. Here’s what a £10,000 investment would be…

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Near a 10-year low! Is it time for me to dump this major FTSE 100 stock?

With his Diageo shares close to a 10-year low, Mark Hartley ponders whether it's time to say goodbye to this…

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Considering a Stocks & Shares ISA in 2025? Make sure to avoid these pitfalls

Mark Hartley outlines a few basic tips for investors to ensure opening a first-time Stock and Shares ISA goes as…

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5 passive income stocks I aim to hold for life

Mark Hartley identifies five passive income stocks that he wants to hold until retirement and beyond, explaining why he's chosen…

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3 UK shares I’m avoiding in today’s uncertain market

With stock prices soaring, these 3 UK shares look expensive based on key valuation metrics. Here's why one Fool UK…

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3 signs the stock market’s entering a new bull phase — and how I aim to play it

The stock market's gaining steam. Here are three reasons a new bull run may be starting and how this Fool…

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Where’s the Lloyds share price heading in 2025? Here’s what the experts say

With the Lloyds share price already posting strong gains in 2025, Mark Hartley explores where it could go next --…

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Up 83% in a year, is this FTSE 250 bank en route to joining the FTSE 100?

A lesser-known banking stock on the FTSE 250 is rapidly climbing the ranks, vying for a place in the top…

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In the next 10 years, I’ll aim to earn the most second income from this area of the FTSE 250

I’m targeting a second income from FTSE 250 REITs. Here are three top dividend-paying property stocks I plan to hold…

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Despite a 43% price dip, this dividend share still boosted its yield to 11.5% this year!

Our writer considers the income potential of an undervalued FTSE 250 dividend share with a high yield. Could it be…

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Non-energy minerals are the top performers in 2025. These small-cap FTSE shares are leading the charge

Mark Hartley examines which sectors are doing well in 2025 and the FTSE shares that investors should consider to benefit…

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7% yields and low P/E ratios? These 2 cheap shares look promising!

The FTSE All-share is a great place to hunt for cheap shares, in my opinion. I've uncovered two top dividend…

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An 8.3% yield! Is this under-the-radar penny stock worth the risk?

To raise the average returns of his income portfolio, our writer is considering undervalued penny stocks. One in particular stands…

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The FTSE 100 may be soaring, but these two trusts still look heavily undervalued

The FTSE 100 may be near record highs but not everything has taken off yet. Our writer identifies two promising…

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Consider this strategy to target £25,000 in retirement income from a Stocks and Shares ISA

An early or comfortable retirement is a goal many UK investors dream of but it often seems out of reach.…

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After the FTSE 100’s new high, what’s the next big opportunity on the UK stock market?

Housebuilders look set to benefit from a stock market rebound as the FTSE hits new levels. Our writer identifies two…

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3 FTSE 100 shares to consider for passive income in a Stocks and Shares ISA

Looking to build passive income via an ISA? These three FTSE 100 dividend stocks could help as they offer solid…

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As the Rolls-Royce share price hits a new high, 3 FTSE 100 stocks are flying higher

The Rolls-Royce share price isn't the only thing taking flight this week. Our writer identifies three other soaring stocks that…

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Is there a hidden opportunity in this undervalued S&P 500 stock with a 6.4% yield?

Is AES a hidden gem in the S&P 500? This undervalued utility stock offers a 6.4% yield and long-term growth…

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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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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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