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Looking for shares to buy as precious metals surge? 3 things to remember!

| Christopher Ruane

Gold prices have been on a tear. So has silver. So why isn't this writer hunting for shares to buy…

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Up 27% in 2025, might this penny share still be a long-term bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane's happy that this penny share he owns has done well in 2025. But it's still cheaper now than…

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Here’s what a single share of Tesla stock cost in January – and what it’s worth now!

| Christopher Ruane

Tesla stock's moved up this year -- and it's had a wild ride along the way. Christopher Ruane explains why…

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Rolls-Royce shares have done it again in 2025! But could the party be over?

| Christopher Ruane

2025's been another storming year for Rolls-Royce shares -- and this writer missed out! Might it still be worth him…

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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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Legal & General shares yield a staggering 8.7% – will they shower investors with income in 2026?

| Harvey Jones

Legal & General shares pay the highest dividend yield on the entire FTSE 100. Harvey Jones asks whether there is…

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With its 16% dividend yield, is it time for me to buy this FTSE 250 passive income star?

| Simon Watkins

Ithaca Energy’s 16% dividend yield looks irresistible -- but with tax headwinds still blowing strong, can this FTSE 250 passive…

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Under £27 now, Shell’s share price looks a huge bargain – here’s why

| Simon Watkins

Shell’s share price is at a major discount to its peers, but Simon Watkins believes it won’t do so for…

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Would I be mad to buy more Diageo shares near £16?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon owns Diageo shares in his ISA and he's sitting on an ugly loss after the recent share price…

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Down 60% since 2022: can Diageo’s share price ever stage a turnaround?

| Simon Watkins

Diageo’s share price has plunged, but with its premium brands, strong cash flows, and a solid dividend yield, can it…

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This superb FTSE dividend gem has a forecast yield of 7.5%!

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE insurer has a high dividend yield that is projected to rise and looks extremely undervalued -- a rare…

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Should I invest £20,000 in this FTSE 100 heavyweight to target a £1,740 second income?

| Stephen Wright

An 8.7% dividend yield from an established FTSE 100 company looks like a golden opportunity to earn a second income.…

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Not using a Stocks and Shares ISA? You could be missing out on a wealthy retirement!

| Royston Wild

With significantly higher returns than the Cash ISA, Royston Wild explains how a Stocks and Shares ISA can supercharge your…

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44% under ‘fair value’, should investors consider this overlooked FTSE 100 defence gem right now?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 defence and aerospace stock trades 44% below fair value, yet analysts’ forecasts are for 7.8% annual earnings…

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How much higher can Lloyds shares go after climbing 70% in 2025?

| Alan Oscroft

Lloyds Bank shares have rewarded patient investors with some cracking gains this year. But dividend yields aren't looking so great…

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What next after the Boohoo share price exploded 98%?

| Alan Oscroft

With the dust settling on the latest Boohoo Group turnaround plans, should we consider buying before the share price gets…

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Passive income? Here’s the real magic of owning dividend shares

| Stephen Wright

Dividend shares can be great investments. But the secret to success comes from looking past the cash the company pays…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £3,500 monthly passive income?

| Alan Oscroft

Stuffing your cash under the mattress isn't the way to earn passive income, but a Stocks and Shares ISA can…

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If the AI bubble bursts, will cheap FTSE 100 stocks shine?

| Andrew Mackie

This writer explains an investing strategy focused on cheap FTSE 100 stocks, steering clear of overhyped sectors while others chase…

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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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Down 67%, is there any hope of a recovery for easyJet shares? Some analysts think so!

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley looks for evidence to back analysts' expectations of a 28% gain for easyJet shares in 2026. Reality, or…

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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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Just look at the amazing dividend forecast for Taylor Wimpey’s shares!

| James Beard

Taylor Wimpey’s shares are among the highest yielding on the FTSE 250. James Beard takes a look at the forecasts…

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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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£10,000 in these income shares unlocks a £712 passive income overnight

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These FTSE 100 income shares have some of the highest yields in the stock market that are backed by actual…

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These FTSE shares crashed in 2025… what now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Anyone who bought these FTSE shares at the start of 2025 is probably kicking themselves right now. But after falling…

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Forecast: here’s how far the S&P 500 could climb in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

S&P 500 stocks continue to deliver strong returns for shareholders even as economic conditions remain soft, but can this market…

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12.4% yield and 36% undervalued! Is it time to buy this FTSE 250 passive income star?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This energy infrastructure enterprise now has one of the highest yields in the FTSE 250 with one of the biggest…

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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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I asked ChatGPT for a discounted cash flow on the Rolls-Royce share price. Here’s what it said…

| James Beard

Out of curiosity, James Beard used artificial intelligence software to see whether it thinks the Rolls-Royce share price is fairly…

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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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With a 10-year annualised return of 26%, this growth stock could be too good to ignore

| Mark Hartley

With consistent demand for its products, Diploma has managed to achieve average returns far above most other FTSE 100 stocks.…

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In 2025, the Marks and Spencer share price has turned £5,000 into…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

2025 has been a poor year for the Marks and Spencer share price. However, Edward Sheldon believes that it can…

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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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Can the stock market continue its strong performance into 2026?

| Christopher Ruane

Will the stock market power ahead next year -- or could its recent strong run come crashing down? Christopher Ruane…

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Here’s how someone could invest £20k in an ISA to target a 7% dividend yield in 2026

| Christopher Ruane

Is 7% a realistic target dividend yield for a Stocks and Shares ISA? Christopher Ruane reckons that it could be.…

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