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2 top growth stocks to consider for an ISA in April

| Ben McPoland

The UK market is home to some fantastic under-the-radar growth stocks trading at very reasonable valuations. Here are two of…

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Could thinking like Warren Buffett help create a market-beating ISA?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane zooms in on some aspects of Warren Buffett's investing approach he thinks could help an ambitious ISA investor…

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£10,000 invested in a FTSE 100 index tracker at the start of March is now worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Anyone who invested money in a FTSE 100 index tracker at the start of the month may wish to look…

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Should investors consider Rolls-Royce shares as war rocks global markets?

| Harvey Jones

Investors who thought Rolls-Royce shares had grown too expensive might have second thoughts as Iran turmoil rattles the FTSE 100,…

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Some lucky ISA investors could pick up £2,000 for free in the next month. Here’s how

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The UK government is handing out free money to some ISA investors to help them save for retirement. Here’s a…

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Is this the best time to buy dividend shares since Covid-19?

| Stephen Wright

A volatile stock market gives investors a chance to buy shares with unusually high dividend yields. Stephen Wright highlights one…

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Are we staring at a once-in-a-decade chance to buy this beaten-down UK growth stock?

| Harvey Jones

Investors couldn't get enough of this FTSE 100 growth stock, but the last 10 years have been pretty frustrating. Could…

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What I look for when searching for shares to buy

| Stephen Wright

There’s a lot that goes into finding shares to buy. Ultimately though, it comes down to two things: numbers that…

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This UK investor made a fortune from gold and oil. Which FTSE 100 shares does he like now?

| Ben McPoland

The FTSE 100 has sold off recently, leaving some shares looking enticing, including this ultra-high-yield dividend payer.

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Passive income of £2,000 a month in an ISA? Here’s how an investor could aim for that

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones does a few simple sums to show how an investor could generate £24,000 a year in passive income…

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What £15,000 invested in Vodafone shares 1 year ago is worth today…

| Harvey Jones

After a decade or two in the doldrums, Vodafone shares are back. But are they starting to look a little…

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After 5 long years, is this S&P 500 stock finally ready to bounce back?

| Stephen Wright

All businesses go through tough times, but the best ones don’t stay down for long. Could this S&P 500 stock…

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The State Pension age is rising to 67. I’m buying UK shares to protect myself!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As the State Pension age rises, it's essential to find other ways to make money for retirement. That's why I'm…

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£20,000 in an ISA today can earn a second income by the summer!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying quality dividend shares is a proven tactic for building a chunky second income, with the money starting to flow…

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Why on earth haven’t I bought dirt-cheap Barclays shares yet?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is red hot for Barclays shares but he's also getting cold feet about buying them in the current…

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The stock market’s fearful. Is it time to be greedy?

| Christopher Ruane

There is a palpable sense of fear stalking the stock market. Yet many share prices have held up fairly well…

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Meet the top 10 highest-dividend-yield stocks in the FTSE 250

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In 2026, the UK’s flagship growth index offers a 3.4% dividend yield. But these 10 income stocks currently offer an…

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Should I buy more FTSE 100 stocks or conserve my cash for even bigger bargains?

| Harvey Jones

After a volatile week for the FTSE 100, Harvey Jones asks if we've reached the maximum point of opportunity. Or…

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£10,000 buys 11,764 shares of this REIT, unlocking £723.49 in passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK REITs offer some of the largest dividend yields on the London Stock Exchange today. Zaven Boyrazian explores the passive…

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How much do I need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for a £900 monthly second income?

| James Beard

Hoping to unlock a chunky second income from a Stocks and Shares ISA? By investing a little each month, it…

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Oil surges. Stock markets fall. I’m looking to buy cheap stocks

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

It looks like volatility could soon enter the UK stock market. But this might prove an opportunity for investors to…

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Investors may soon have a once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy cheap NatWest and Lloyds shares

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones says both Lloyds shares and FTSE 100 rival NatWest have had a poor month due to war in…

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How much do you need to invest in UK stocks to earn monthly passive income of £1,500?

| James Beard

With the right strategy it’s possible to aim for chunky levels of passive income. Here’s how it could be done…

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£60,000 invested in a SIPP on 7 April 2025 could now be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is a proven wealth-building machine. And since last April, UK investors have earned staggering returns.

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Stocks & Shares ISA deadline looms: could this market wobble unlock a rare chance to buy cheap FTSE shares?

| Andrew Mackie

As recession fears grip the market, Andrew Mackie is turning his attention to dividend-paying FTSE 100 stocks for his Stocks…

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Is it time to sell my Lloyds shares after a 14% dip?

| Mark Hartley

With Lloyds shares down 14% from their recent high, Mark Hartley considers whether he should dump his shares before things…

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I plan to retire in comfort with passive income stocks! Here’s why

| Royston Wild

Holding income stocks can be a great way to generate wealth in retirement. Royston Wild explains how -- and reveals…

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WPP shares collapse 55% in 9 months! Is it a top stock to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Fears of AI disruption have sent WPP shares into freefall, but is this volatility turning it into one of the…

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Lovely dividends at low prices! 2 top dividend shares to consider

| Royston Wild

Looking for top dividend shares to buy at low prices? Royston Wild explains how recent stock market volatility has created…

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See what £15k invested in BT shares 2 years ago is worth today

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones wishes he'd bought BT shares a couple of years ago, but that's history So how well placed is…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA for a £500 monthly retirement income?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones crunches the numbers to show how investors can build a solid passive income for retirement inside their Stocks…

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Could this market wobble be a once-in-a-decade chance to supercharge a SIPP?

| Andrew Mackie

With markets under pressure, Andrew Mackie is targeting dividend stocks to grow his SIPP through long-term compounding.

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As the FTSE indexes sink, these unique dividend shares are making investors money

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These two dividend shares are in positive territory for the month and outperforming the major FTSE indexes by a significant…

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Down 15% in days, are Rolls-Royce shares suddenly a bargain again?

| Christopher Ruane

Rolls-Royce shares have been heading south over the past couple of weeks. This writer thinks that makes sense -- but…

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What would a 40-year-old need to put into an empty SIPP to target monthly passive income of £1,000?

| Christopher Ruane

From a standing start at 40, how might someone target a four-figure monthly income stream from their SIPP? Christopher Ruane…

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As the ISA deadline approaches, UK investors have the opportunity to buy cheap shares

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

In recent weeks, equity markets have fallen significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East. As a result, many…

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£5k left in a Stocks and Shares ISA? 2 top ETFs to consider buying in April

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights a pair of very different ETFs that he thinks could help generate long-term wealth inside an ISA…

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Could a £20,000 ISA end up generating £20,000 of passive income each year?

| Christopher Ruane

Could a Stocks and Shares ISA ultimately cover its own cost each year with the passive income it produces? Christopher…

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2 top stocks to consider buying after this week’s FTSE carnage

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investors looking for beaten-up stocks to buy for the long term have a lot of great options after the recent…

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A stock market crash could be a gift for long-term investors

| Stephen Wright

A stock market crash could present some outstanding buying opportunities. But the key to taking advantage is knowing what to…

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