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Will the Iran war trigger a stock market crash?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that's surging amid the current geopolitical instability and a jittery stock market.

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£20,000 invested in an S&P 500 index fund 5 years ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian looks at the S&P 500's performance over the last five years and explores how much more money investors…

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Here’s how I’m targeting £11,363 a year in dividend income from £20,000 in this FTSE high-yield gem!

| Simon Watkins

A reshaped FTSE outlier has quietly opened the door to unusually powerful income potential, which many investors don’t seem to…

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Here’s how to invest £20k in an ISA in 2026 to target a 13% dividend yield

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how investors can find top-notch income stocks capable of paying a sustainable double-digit dividend yield in an…

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I asked ChatGPT if ISA investors should consider investing their money in a SIPP instead this year

| Harvey Jones

Investors have less than a month to contribute to this year's ISA allowance but Harvey Jones says they shouldn't ignore…

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Up 241%! Why is no one talking about this gem of a FTSE 250 stock?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian analyses a FTSE 250 stock that's more than tripled in a year, and yet most investors still aren't…

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Just over £2 now, BT’s share price hasn’t caught up with reality yet — so where should it be trading?

| Simon Watkins

BT’s share price still reflects an outdated story, but the company’s cash-flow shift suggests the market may be missing a…

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2 insanely cheap FTSE 100 shares to consider buying today!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best bargains on the London stock market? Royston Wild reveals two of his favourite FTSE 100 value…

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The FTSE 100 could skyrocket to 13,252 by December! Time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Brand new analyst forecasts project an upcoming 26% surge for the FTSE 100 by December this year! Is now the…

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A 6%+ forecast yield and 37% under ‘fair value’! Time for me to buy more of this FTSE 100 gem?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 heavyweight has been a dividend powerhouse for years, which looks set to continue. But now it looks…

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Prediction: in 12 months, Legal & General shares could turn £20,000 into…

| Royston Wild

Legal & General shares have delivered an average annual return of 9.9% over 15 years. Can the FTSE 100 financial…

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I asked ChatGPT for the best stocks to buy for a fresh ISA in 2026. Here’s what it said

| Mark Hartley

As April approaches, our writer asks everybody’s favourite AI chatbot which stocks to buy for an ISA. But he’s not…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks with the biggest yields. Time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The insurance sector's filled with dividend stocks paying enormous yields. Is this a massive buying opportunity? Or are these payouts…

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Will we see a catastrophic stock market crash next week?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones examines how investors should respond to the current uncertainty, and urges investors to stay calm even if the…

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Down 15% in a month! The Barclays share price looks like a screaming buy for me

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has had his eyes on the Barclays share price for ages. As markets plunge, this may be his…

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Here’s why I’m betting big on these 2 FTSE 100 stocks in the age of AI

| Ben McPoland

This pair of FTSE 100 stocks couldn't be more different. So why are they big positions in my Stocks and…

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Is last week’s dip in the Rolls-Royce share price a brilliant buying opportunity?

| Harvey Jones

Even the Rolls-Royce share price can't shake off current stock market turmoil, but Harvey Jones says the FTSE 100 stock…

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Does the Lloyds share price suddenly look like a bargain again?

| Harvey Jones

After a brilliant run the Lloyds share price was starting to look a little overstretched, says Harvey Jones. But does…

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It’s time to prepare for a stock market crash

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon expects the stock market to keep rising in 2026. However, looking further out, he sees the potential for…

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£5,000 buys 1,938 shares in this 8.4%-yielding passive income stock!

| James Beard

An investment of £5,000 in this amazing passive income stock could generate £422 in dividends this year. And things could…

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A red-hot UK growth name to consider buying in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

With exposure to data centres, defence, and nuclear power, is Avingtrans an under-the-radar steal for a Stocks and Shares ISA?

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Meet the FTSE 250 firm that’s averaged 32% annual growth since 1982

| Stephen Wright

The FTSE 250's home to one of the UK’s most impressive growth stories. But while it owns well-known brands, most…

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How much do I need in an ISA to aim for a £500 monthly second income?

| James Beard

Looking to unlock a chunky second income from an ISA within 10 years? James Beard explains how this might be…

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What the numbers aren’t telling investors about the S&P 500… yet

| Stephen Wright

Concerns about software disruption have been holding the S&P 500 back this year, but sales and margins look very strong.…

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The State Pension is unsustainable! I’m buying UK shares to protect myself

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the long-term outlook of the UK State Pension in doubt, I’m buying UK shares in a SIPP to build…

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At 97.5p, is Lloyds a stock to buy now?

| James Beard

Lloyds Banking Group shares are changing hands for 14% less than their 52-week high. Is it now a stock to…

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3 steps to turn a £20k ISA into a potential £2,240+ yearly second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By following three simple steps, a brand new £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA can go on to unlock a chunky…

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Down 13%! What’s going on at this major FTSE 100 bank?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley investigates what was behind Barclays’ share price slump this week and considers if there’s a value opportunity in…

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Diageo shares near the point of maximum pain – time to consider buying?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones isn't alone in taking a massive beating at the hands of Diageo shares. The group's had another rotten…

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Is a Stocks and Shares ISA the better option for retirement?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley delves into the pros and cons of using a Stocks and Shares ISA for retirement, highlighting one popular…

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This FTSE 100 stock has more than doubled… and it’s still cheap!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even after surging 150%+ in the last three years, this cheap FTSE 100 aerospace stock could still be up to…

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1 REIT I own for a lifetime of passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in the right REITs can supercharge a portfolio’s income and generate life-long dividends. Zaven Boyrazian shares two stocks he’s…

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Ocado shares plummet 30% in 2 months! Is it one of the best stocks to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

More customer losses and weak cash flows have continued Ocado’s share price decline. But is this volatility turning it into…

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Here’s how to use a SIPP to aim for a £5.4m retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The SIPP's an unrivalled tool for investors who want to take control of their retirement. And by starting early, the…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to earn a supersized passive income from UK shares?

| Harvey Jones

Stock markets are volatile right now but Harvey Jones says ISA investors hunting for passive income may benefit provided they…

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Is 50 too old to start buying shares?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why 'better late than never' is key to his thinking about whether 50's too old to start…

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Here’s what £150 a month in a Junior ISA could be worth by 2045…

| Ben McPoland

You might be surprised to learn by how large a Junior ISA portfolio could become inside 20 years from modest…

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This red hot equity fund in my SIPP returned 12.6% in the first 2 months of 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This global equity fund is delivering huge returns for Edward Sheldon’s SIPP in 2026, despite all the risks and uncertainty…

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Want to retire richer? Here’s Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

If you want to build wealth for a richer retirement, then following Warren Buffett’s golden rule might be the best…

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Get ready for stock market volatility…

| Stephen Wright

As conflict in the Middle East makes share prices fluctuate, what strategies can investors use to try and find opportunities…

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