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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in January [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Recently released: December’s lower-risk, higher-yield Share Advisor recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Ice ideas will usually offer a steadier flow of income and is likely to be a slower-moving but more stable…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Recently released: December’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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Just released: our top 3 small-cap stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Small-cap shares tend to be more volatile than larger companies, so we suggest investors should look to build up a…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying before December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: November’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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101 Diageo shares bought 12 months ago are now worth…

| Royston Wild

Diageo shares have strong momentum so far this year. The question is, can the FTSE 100 drinks stock keep on…

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Why does the FTSE 100 keep outperforming the S&P 500?

| John Fieldsend

The FTSE 100 has outperformed the S&P 500 in 2025 and in the early days of 2026. What's happening here?…

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£1,000 buys 11,500 shares in this red hot healthcare penny stock that’s smashing GSK

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This healthcare stock has delivered around twice the return of GSK shares in 2026. Believe it or not though, it…

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This little known UK growth share is up 387% in five years. Time to buy?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks at some pros and cons of a UK growth share that has been increasing its revenues significantly.…

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Here’s how long it might take 100 National Grid shares to pay for themselves with dividends

| Christopher Ruane

With a dividend policy that aims to keep pace with inflation, National Grid shares appeal to some income investors. What…

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Under £5 now, are Barclays shares a screaming bargain following excellent 2025 results?

| Simon Watkins

Barclays shares still look way too low to me, given rising earnings and big capital returns ahead — raising the…

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Just a £5,000 holding in BP shares could generate £1,807 in annual income for investors over time!

| Simon Watkins

BP shares are throwing off far more dividend income than most investors realise -- and the latest numbers hint the…

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I’m itching to buy Barclays for my Stocks and Shares ISA. But am I too late?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is looking to generate some income and growth from this year Stocks and Shares ISA allowance. But is…

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Why ‘HALO’ shares could be the FTSE 100’s biggest winners in 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The investment environment is changing rapidly due to AI disruption concerns. Amid this backdrop, there are certain FTSE 100 shares…

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Below £151, here’s why AstraZeneca’s share price looks a steal to me under £228.62 after strong 2025 results

| Simon Watkins

AstraZeneca's share price looks anchored to an outdated story — and the latest results suggest the market may be missing…

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My big long-term growth holding may also be turning into a 6%+ yielding passive income powerhouse!

| Simon Watkins

I believe this FTSE 100 giant is set for major price gains and is also developing into a major source…

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This data might make me mark my calendar for a stock market crash this month

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out an interesting point linked to previous stock market crashes, but explains how an investor can position…

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How the FTSE 100 index could hit 11,000 in 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The large-cap FTSE index is on a roll at the moment. It just hit 10,000 but Edward Sheldon believes it…

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The long game: how to identify retirement-ready SIPP stocks

| Mark Hartley

For investors considering a SIPP for retirement, long-term sustainability is critical. Mark Hartley explains what to look for when stock…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA for a £2,661 monthly passive income?

| Royston Wild

We all dream of financial independence in retirement. With a Stocks and Shares ISA, you have an excellent opportunity of…

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5 reasons why the Lloyds share price could hit 131p!

| Royston Wild

Lloyds' share price surge has made investors a stack of cash over the last year. Can the FTSE 100 bank…

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This FTSE 250 stock could outperform Rolls-Royce over the next 5 years!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares have delivered stellar results but with momentum slowing, could this overlooked FTSE 250 stock outperform in the coming…

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Will these FTSE 100 shares soar in 2026 on these good omens?

| Royston Wild

Looking for top momentum stocks to buy? Royston Wild picks out two FTSE 100 heavyweights that could be set for…

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Up 200% with a P/E of 8.5 and 5.3% yield – are NatWest shares still a screaming buy?

| Harvey Jones

NatWest shares were starting to look a bit pricey and the yield was declining too, but after the last weeks's…

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Tesco shares are up 16% over 1 month… what’s going on?

| Dr. James Fox

Last month, I explicitly said I thought there were better options available to investors than Tesco shares. So what on…

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Dividend Shares

This income share could transform an empty ISA into a £39k second income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a certain income share with a 9.9% yield looks attractive to him, and talks through the…

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Value Shares

A once-in-a-decade chance to buy shares in an AI-resistant FTSE 100 firm?

| Stephen Wright

As artificial intelligence sends software shares into disarray, Stephen Wright is finding once-in-a-decade buying opportunities elsewhere.

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How to create passive income within an ISA in 3 easy steps

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights a 7%-yielding dividend stock from the FTSE 100 that should continue pumping out dividends for years to…

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The FTSE 100’s up 20% in a year. What’s going on?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane ponders the strong performance of the FTSE 100 over the past year and explains why he's still hunting…

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£1,000 buys 74 shares in this UK defence stock that’s outperforming Rolls-Royce shares!

| Christopher Ruane

Rolls-Royce shares have been on fire in recent years. But over the past 12 months, this UK defence stock has…

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These 3 things could help Tesla stock over the long run

| Christopher Ruane

Tesla stock is up by almost a fifth in the past year alone. While Christopher Ruane has no plans to…

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Keir Starmer just helped send these FTSE 100 shares higher

| Ben McPoland

News tied to the UK Prime Minister lifted several FTSE 100 shares today. But an AIM-listed small-cap could also be…

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101 Greggs shares bought 12 months ago are now worth…

| Royston Wild

Greggs shares have fallen almost a quarter in value over the last year as consumer spending has sunk. Can the…

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Here are the dividend stocks with the highest yields from the FTSE 100 and the S&P 500

| Stephen Wright

Are 9% dividend stocks too good to be true? Not necessarily – our writer has been looking at income opportunities…

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How much do I need in an ISA to earn a £1,500 monthly second income?

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland explores how long it would take a new investor to reach a sizeable second income by investing £500…

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The 2026 software apocalypse: 3 stocks down 25%+ to consider buying now, according to JP Morgan

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for bargain stocks to buy after the huge sell-off in software? Here are three names that analysts at JP…

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£5k to invest? Aim to turn it into £20k by buying cheap shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in cheap shares can unlock tremendous returns. And right now, there's one stock that experts think might quadruple in…

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Dividend Shares

Owning 2,844 shares of this FTSE 100 firm could pay £351 in annual second income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a FTSE 100 stock could help to provide sustainable passive income to an investor, as well…

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£1,000 invested in BP shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

BP shares have underwhelmed over the last 12 months, but could they start catching up in 2026, or are there…

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What on earth’s going on with RELX shares?

| John Fieldsend

A 49% drop for RELX shares in the space of a single year! Is there opportunity here for one of…

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Are these the best British shares to buy in February 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian takes a look at two free-falling FTSE shares that experts believe could now be among the best to…

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Is this why the Aviva share price has fallen 9% in 2026?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

While stocks are rising, Aviva’s share price isn’t. Is there a fundamental problem with the insurer that investors need to…

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10.6% dividend yield! 1 FTSE income share to buy today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I’m hunting for enormous dividend yields for my income portfolio and this FTSE industry leader could be a massive opportunity…

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Why 25 February is critical for Diageo Shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains why Diageo shares could be getting ready for a massive multi-year rally following the firm's highly anticipated…

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Here’s the latest Lloyds share price forecast for the next 12 months!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Lloyds share price is up more than 60% in a year! But can it continue to surge, or is…

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