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Did ChatGPT give me the best FTSE stocks to buy 1 year ago?

| Ben McPoland

ChatGPT can do lots of great stuff, but is it actually any good at identifying winning stocks from the FTSE…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target £8,333 a month of passive income?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explores a potential route to earning double what is today considered a comfortable retirement and all tax-free inside…

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£20,000 in excess savings? Here’s how to try and turn that into a second income in 2026

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright outlines an opportunity for investors with £20,000 in excess cash to target a £1,450 a year second income…

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2 FTSE shares experts think will smash the market in 2026!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Discover some of the best-performing FTSE shares of 2025, and which ones expert analysts think will outperform in 2026 and…

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Forget Lloyds shares! I’m looking at an even better FTSE 100 bargain

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds shares have had a stellar 2025, but there could be far better investments in the FTSE 100 to consider…

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My 3 FTSE 100 predictions for 2026

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland sees another positive year for the FTSE 100 index, including a return to form for one very disappointing…

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New to investing? REITs are an excellent way to earn passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian thinks that real estate investment trusts (REITs) could be a great way for investors to boost their passive…

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Is Warren Buffett right about this 1 thing when it comes to Rolls-Royce shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the advice of Warren Buffett ringing in his ears, Zaven Boyrazian considers whether now’s still the time to think…

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£5,000 invested in UK shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK shares have been a fantastic investment in 2025, with some almost tripling since January! But can these winners keep…

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Here’s how much a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA can be worth after 10 years of investing

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Not using the Stocks and Shares ISA annual allowance is a critical mistake that could cost investors over £340,000 in…

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Is 45 too late to start investing?

| Christopher Ruane

Investing at different life stages can come with its own challenges -- and rewards. Our writer considers why a 45-year-old…

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See what £10,000 invested in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2025 is worth today…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is thrilled by the stunning performance of the FTSE 100, but says he's having a lot more fun…

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How much do you need in a SIPP or ISA to aim for a £2,500 monthly pension income?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones says many investors overlook the value of a SIPP in building a second income for later life, and…

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Up 17% this year, here’s why the FTSE 100 could do the same in 2026

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a pessimistic view of the UK economy doesn't mean the FTSE 100 will underperform, and reviews…

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New to investing in the stock market? Here’s how to try to beat the Martin Lewis method!

| Charlie Carman

Martin Lewis is now talking about stock market investing. Index funds are great, but going beyond them can yield amazing…

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£5,000 invested in Tesco shares on 1 January 2025 is now worth…

| Royston Wild

Tesco shares proved a spectacular investment this year, rising 18.3% since New Year's Day. And the FTSE 100 stock isn't…

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I think the best days for Lloyds’ share price are over. Here’s why

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why Lloyds' share price could come under increasing pressure over the coming year, with factors including a…

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£5,000 invested in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Royston Wild

Looking to invest in the FTSE 100? Royston Wild believes buying individual shares could be the best way to target…

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These 3 things could make a Stocks and Shares ISA a no-brainer in 2026

| Alan Oscroft

The government and the FCA are doing their bit to try to steer investors towards a Stocks and Shares ISA…

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Could drip-feeding £500 into the FTSE 250 help you retire comfortably?

| Royston Wild

Returns from FTSE 250 shares have rocketed to 10.6% over the last year. Is now the time to plough money…

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Martin Lewis just explained the stock market’s golden rule

| Ben McPoland

Unlike cash, the stock market can quietly turn lump sums into serious wealth. So, what’s the secret sauce that makes…

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Is this the last chance to buy these FTSE 100 shares on the cheap?

| Royston Wild

Diageo and Barratt Redrow's share prices have tanked. Is this the opportunity investors seeking cheap FTSE 100 shares have been…

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How much do you need in an ISA for £1,000 a week in passive income?

| Ben McPoland

See which 8.7%-yielding Footsie stock this writer expects to keep pumping dividends into ISA portfolios for many years to come.

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£5,000 in Phoenix shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Phoenix Group shares charged ahead in 2025, with some analysts predicting even more explosive growth next year. But is it…

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£5,000 in Aviva shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Aviva shares have vastly outperformed the FTSE 100 since January, making them a fantastic investment this year. But can the…

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£5,000 invested in Vodafone shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Vodafone shares have been a market-beating investment in 2025, climbing by almost 50%! But is the FTSE 100 stock about…

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Could the BP share price double in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The BP share price has shot up by over 30% since April, but could this momentum accelerate into 2026 and…

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Could the BT share price surge by 100% in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The BT share price has started to rally as the telecoms business approaches a crucial inflection point that could see…

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Will the strong IAG share price surge 69% in 2026?

| Royston Wild

IAG's share price has been one of the FTSE 100's best performers this year. Royston Wild considers if it might…

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This FTSE 100 CEO just spent £1m buying 30,000 shares!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Company insiders of this FTSE 100 investing giant have been ‘buying the dip’ with almost £5m worth of shares purchased…

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3 FTSE 100 predictions for 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

2025 has been a blockbuster year for the FTSE 100. Here’s what Edward Sheldon thinks will happen with the stock…

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Want to start investing in 2026? 3 things to get ready now!

| Christopher Ruane

Before someone is ready to start investing in the stock market, our writer reckons it could well be worth them…

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Should I sell my Rolls-Royce shares in 2026?

| Ben McPoland

This writer is wondering what to do with his Rolls-Royce shares after an incredible three-year run. Is it finally time…

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Here’s how to aim for a £10k second income using an ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian shows how a long-term investing strategy can help build a sizable portfolio and even unlock a £10,000+ income…

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£5,000 invested in Aston Martin shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Aston Martin entered 2025 with its shares languishing in the FTSE 250. Has this year actually treated the James Bond…

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How to get in on the $1.5trn SpaceX IPO via FTSE stocks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking to obtain exposure to Elon Musk’s space company, SpaceX, before the IPO? Investing in these FTSE stocks is one…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £3,658 monthly passive income?

| James Beard

There are plenty of strategies available to help target passive income for a more financially secure retirement. Here’s one that…

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How large would an ISA pot need to be to aim for £1,333 a month in passive income in 2026?

| Andrew Mackie

My ISA is central to my passive income plans, and running the numbers shows just how much someone might need…

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Why I’m ignoring Lloyds’ shares and buying other cheap UK stocks for my ISA!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds' shares have been stellar performers in 2025, but that momentum might not continue in 2026. That’s why I’ve been…

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Can you get stinking rich by buying FTSE 100 stocks?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild thinks FTSE 100 stocks will keep on rising -- and singles out one top share he expects to…

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