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Why on earth are investors still buying Vodafone shares?

| Harvey Jones

Loads of investors seem happy to buy and hold Vodafone shares but Harvey Jones has always struggled to see the…

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Forecast earnings growth of 31% a year but down 38%, is now time for me to consider this FTSE 250 high-flyer?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 250 stock is projected to see stunning growth in the coming three years, which could drive its share…

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BT shares are just over £1.50 after a 5% dip, so is now the time for me to buy?

| Simon Watkins

BT shares dropped on Q3 results I thought were broadly positive and this, along with strong earnings growth forecasts, makes…

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Dividend investors should take a look at falling Unilever shares after Q4 results

| Stephen Wright

As one of the FTSE 100’s most prominent dividend shares falls 6% after Q4 results, should passive income investors consider…

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Passive income of £24,000 a year from an ISA? Here’s how an investor could get that

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones reckons we can generate passive income of £2,000 a month by investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA.…

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My favourite UK growth stock has crashed 28%! Should I dive in and buy more?

| Harvey Jones

Growth stocks don't always move upwards in an unbroken line and that's certainly the case for this UK share I…

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£20k invested in Barclays shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Barclays shares looked like a great investment for growth and dividends. However, after the stock surged, the value proposition isn’t…

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Should I avoid the FTSE 100 like the plague?

| John Fieldsend

The FTSE 100 has enjoyed a stellar 2025 against a rocky economic backdrop. Is it time to get out of…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Investors flocked to Greggs shares for an appealing mix of growth prospects and passive income following the pandemic. But things…

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I’m getting nervous about the Lloyds share price

| Cliff D'Arcy

The Lloyds share price has soared by more than 50% over the past 12 month, easily beating the wider FTSE…

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Meta stock is up 17 days in a row! Time to buy this record-setter?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer wonders whether now is the time for him to add Meta stock to his ISA portfolio after its…

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4 good reasons why I’m avoiding cheap Lloyds shares like the plague!

| Royston Wild

Lloyds shares look dirt cheap based on earnings, dividends, AND asset values. But is the FTSE 100 bank a risk…

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31% revenue growth! This top growth stock just keeps powering on

| Ben McPoland

Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) smashed it in the fourth quarter, wrapping up an outstanding 2024. But is this growth stock worth considering…

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Down 23% in a year, is Frasers Group a FTSE 250 bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why he is taking the Buffett approach by sticking to what he comfortably understands. That does not…

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How much would someone need to invest in the stock market to retire and live off passive income?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains some approaches and potential pitfalls of putting money in the stock market to try and retire early…

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Growth Shares

This little-known technology company is now the 6th-largest business in the FTSE 100

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last few years, this under-the-radar technology business has quietly become one of the largest companies in the FTSE…

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Barratt Redrow shares spike 6% as profits forecasts hiked! Time to consider buying in?

| Royston Wild

Barratt shares are leading the FTSE 100 higher in midweek business. Is now the time to consider the housebuilder as…

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2 FTSE 250 stalwarts that could help if we enter a recession this summer

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a UK recession might be around the corner, but flags up a couple of FTSE 250…

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At a 52-week low, is this ‘forgotten’ FTSE growth share now in deep value territory?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones hasn't paid much attention to Primark owner Associated British Foods lately. So he didn't realise the growth stock…

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650p? Here’s what Wall Street’s forecasting for the BP share price

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why analysts have been busy updating their forecasts for the BP share price this week and adds…

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Can a new menu save the day for Greggs shares?

| Mark Hartley

The Greggs share price was pummelled in early January but some brokers remain optimistic. Mark Hartley evaluates the baker’s prospects.

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Palantir appears to be the ‘new Nvidia’. Should I buy the stock for my ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

AI stock Palantir is generating enormous returns for investors at the moment. Should Edward Sheldon buy it for his Stocks…

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Dividend Shares

£5,000 invested in high-yielding Legal & General shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If you’ve owned Legal & General shares for the last five years you may want to stop reading now as…

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The Barratt Redrow share price jumps 10% on strong update — time to consider buying?

| Harvey Jones

FTSE 100 housebuilding stocks have had a tough time for years but the Barratt Redrow share price is springing into…

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As the Diageo share price hits a five-year low — just how bad can this get?

| Harvey Jones

Just because the Diageo share price has plunged doesn't mean it can't plunge again. Harvey Jones is wondering whether to…

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What is Warren Buffett planning for in 2025?

| Mark Hartley

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway business has been making some interesting investment decisions lately. Our writer investigates.

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Down 13% from its year high at £116.50 now, AstraZeneca’s share price looks cheap to me anywhere under £219.81

| Simon Watkins

AstraZeneca’s share price has dropped recently on concerns relating to its Chinese operation, but this may have left the shares…

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Prediction: these penny stocks could be among 2025’s big winners

| Roland Head

Roland Head explains why he thinks these penny stocks have the potential to deliver long-term winning returns if investors consider…

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382 shares in this FTSE dividend gem could make investors £2,849 a year in passive income!

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE high-yield heavyweight stock can generate significant passive income over time and looks extremely undervalued against its peers.

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2 shares that could instantly diversify a UK stock portfolio

| Stephen Wright

In addition to great business prospects, considering shares in Halma and Judges Scientific offers UK investors some fast portfolio diversification.

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2 cheap shares to consider for super-high income

| Cliff D'Arcy

I'm always on the lookout for ultra-cheap shares that pay out lots of cash to shareholders. These two stocks are…

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I asked DeepSeek AI to build me the perfect Stocks & Shares ISA, and here’s what it said

| Dr. James Fox

Building a great Stocks and Shares ISA can be challenging, so I asked AI upstart DeepSeek to design the ideal…

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Just released: February’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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£20k to invest? How does a £1,730 passive income this year sound?

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild thinks these FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares could be worth considering for passive income as soon as…

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How much is needed in an ISA for a £2k monthly second income

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an amazing vehicle for building wealth and earning a second income. Dr James Fox…

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2 cheap FTSE 250 growth shares for ISA investors to consider!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best bargain shares to buy before April's investing deadline? Here are two hot FTSE 250 shares offering…

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8% yield! Is this FTSE 250 REIT my ticket to a huge second income?

| Stephen Wright

Industrial real estate in desirable locations is a terrific asset. So should Stephen Wright buy shares in a FTSE 250…

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1 high-yield dividend stock to consider buying for passive income (and 1 to avoid)

| Paul Summers

Not every high-yielding FTSE stock is worth considering for passive income. Our writer shines a light on two stocks with…

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Growth Shares

Up 121% in 3 months, could this FTSE tech stock be the next big thing?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through a FTSE stock he's thinking about buying. It has a large target market in a growing…

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Is HSBC the greatest bargain on the FTSE 100?

| Christopher Ruane

With its above-average yield and single-digit P/E ratio, HSBC looks like a potential FTSE 100 bargain to our writer. But…

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