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Investing Articles

Big banks accused of ‘profiteering’, but at 44p I’d still buy Lloyds shares like a shot

| Harvey Jones

The big banks have been accused of making outsized profits, but that isn't reflected in Lloyds shares, which continue to…

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2 FTSE 250 dividend shares I’d buy for £1,640 of annual passive income!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 250 is packed with top stocks that could offer spectacular passive income. Here's why I'm aiming to buy…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in BP shares 1 year ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Charlie Carman

BP shares have risen over the past few years, but progress has stalled in 2023. So, how much would I…

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Here are 2 UK shares I own to boost my passive income stream!

| Sumayya Mansoor

Sumayya Mansoor explains why she added these two UK shares to her holdings to boost her wealth, specifically her passive…

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What 5% interest rates mean for passive income investors

| Stephen Wright

What should passive income investors look for in stocks to buy? Stephen Wright thinks strong balance sheets are crucial and…

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No savings at 40? I’d follow this investing method to bank a second income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains his method to set out a second income from day one, while also aiming for a growing…

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
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Aviva shares yield 8%+. Should investors buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Aviva shares currently sport a monster dividend yield. Should investors buy the insurance stock for passive income, or is this…

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Is it time for me to buy this star dividend stock at a knockdown price?

| Simon Watkins

Down over 15% from its March high, but at the top of the dividend table and with rising investor inflows,…

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How to turn a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA into a £780 monthly passive income

| Harshil Patel

A Stocks and Shares ISA can be an excellent vehicle for earning additional income. Our writer shares his approach to…

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Here’s the Rolls-Royce dividend forecast for the next THREE years!

| Royston Wild

Dividends are forecast to return for owners of Rolls-Royce shares next year. Does this make the FTSE 100 stock a…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend shares I’m avoiding in July!

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 income shares offer yields that soar above the index's 3.8% forward average. So why won't our writer…

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Is FTSE 100 company National Grid a no-brainer stock for dividend investors?

| Kevin Godbold

There’s no denying National Grid’s high yield and consistent dividend record, but the stock presents investors with a dilemma.

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7.7% and 6.6% yields! 2 of the best dividend stocks to buy this July

| Royston Wild

These UK shares offer forward dividend yields far above the FTSE 100 average. I believe they're two of the best…

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Vodafone shares are near 52-week lows and yield 10%+. Should I buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, Vodafone shares sport an enormous, 10%+ dividend yield. Is this a great passive income investment opportunity or a…

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Should investors consider or avoid Sainsbury’s shares for a dividend portfolio?

| Kevin Godbold

Sainsbury’s shares pay a high-looking dividend yield and recent trading has been steady, but here’s something else to consider.

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New field start-up and China recovery makes BP share price look cheap to me

| Simon Watkins

The BP share price has dropped 17% from its February high but a new field, stellar fundamentals, and China’s recovery…

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How I’d aim to make £75k in passive income before I hit 55

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith focuses on how he can bank passive income from dividend stocks in the coming years, thanks to picking…

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Are high-yield Lloyds shares the bargain I’ve been searching for?

| Royston Wild

Catching 'falling knives' can be a dangerous game for investors. But is the Lloyds share price now too cheap to…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend shares I’d buy for HUGE dividends now!

| Royston Wild

The dividend yields on these FTSE 100 income shares smash the index average. I'll look to buy them when I…

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Is FTSE 100 company Aviva a no-brainer stock for dividend investors?

| Kevin Godbold

There’s no denying Aviva’s high dividend yield and the momentum in the business. But is it a stock to buy…

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Persimmon shares are near 52-week lows. Should investors buy them?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Persimmon shares have tanked in the last year, losing nearly 50% of their value. Is this a great buying opportunity?…

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With a high dividend yield and falling share price, is Vodafone stock worth it?

| Stephen Wright

A high yield and a falling share price can be a sign investors think a stock is in trouble. But…

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Down 40% from this year’s high, this FTSE 100 stock looks cheap to me

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 mining giant is a heavyweight commodities markets player, pays high dividends and down sharply, looks cheap to…

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3 dividend stocks I just can’t refuse right now!

| Dr. James Fox

With the UK stocks pushing downwards in recent weeks, Dr James Fox explains why he's snapping up some of his…

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Turning a £20k ISA allowance into £39,261 a year in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

UK residents are able to use tax-free ISA accounts to generate wealth and passive income over the long run. Dr…

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Stocks to buy: is this the ultimate passive income investment?

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright is looking for passive income from Realty Income. Its stable dividends put it firmly on his list of…

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I’d use July to take advantage of a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity!

| Charlie Keough

With UK stocks looking cheap, this Fool sees an opportunity for investors to build a passive income stream. Here's how…

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5 steps to turn a Stocks and Shares ISA into a second income of £10,423 a year

| James Beard

A Stocks and Shares ISA is a tax-efficient way of investing. Here are five steps that could make a five-figure…

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4 reasons to buy National Grid shares in July

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he feels that National Grid shares could be a smart buy, with reasons including both capital…

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At 42p, is it time to buy Lloyds shares?

| Dr. James Fox

We all love to pick up bargain stocks in the rough. Could Lloyds shares be that bargain? Dr James Fox…

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2 of the safest dividend shares to buy in July

| Stephen Wright

With more than 20 years of consecutive increases, Stephen Wright thinks Diageo and Croda International are dividend shares worth looking…

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How I’d invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA in July for lifelong passive income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright think this could be a great time to build a passive income portfolio in a Stocks and Shares…

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How to target a 6% dividend yield in an ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

High-dividend-yield stocks can often be a red flag, but it's still possible to build a lucrative income ISA while keeping…

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Turning my £20k ISA into £9,386 of yearly passive income

| Harshil Patel

Footsie shares offer several chunky dividend options for reliable passive income. Our writer considers his top plan.

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Turning £50,000 into £4,000 of passive income each year!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how he'd use a £50,000 lump sum to try and earn thousands of pounds in passive income…

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No savings at 40? How dividend stocks could help me retire comfortably

| Royston Wild

Thanks to compounding, reinvesting dividends from UK stocks can go a long way to supercharging an investor's long-term wealth.

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If I’d invested £1,000 in HSBC shares at the start of 2023, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Bank shares have demonstrated considerable volatility this year. Here, Dr James Fox takes a closer look HSBC shares. Can they…

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3 steps to a second income worth £1,000 a month!

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest to generate a second income. Here, Dr James Fox details how he'd start investing today for…

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How to invest £250 a month in UK shares to target a £22,605 second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Consistently investing in UK shares over long periods can help build a large nest egg capable of generating a five-figure…

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Yields of up to 9.2%! Should I buy these FTSE 100 stocks for a second income?

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 dividend stocks offer forward yields far above the index average. But which should I add to my…

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