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Investing Articles

Investing £20,000 in an ISA could one day give an investor £1,564 monthly passive income for life

Harvey Jones looks at how investors can use their Stocks and Shares ISA allowance to build a high and rising…

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Investing Articles

An 11%+ yield? Here’s the dividend forecast for this top FTSE 100 income share

Forecasts suggest this financial stock could soon offer an 11% dividend yield. Roland Head explains why he thinks this payout…

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Investing Articles

Prediction: this FTSE 250 trust will beat Rolls-Royce shares over the next 5 years

Our writer reckons this tech-driven FTSE 250 investment trust has what it takes to outperform Rolls-Royce shares between now and…

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Top Stocks

Down more than 20% in 2024, Fools think these 4 value stocks will recover (and then some) in 2025

Four Fools see value opportunities among these beaten-down shares in the UK stock markets!

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Investing Articles

4 passive income shares with 9%+ dividend yields to consider today!

The dividend yields on these high-yield passive income stocks smash the FTSE 100 forward average of 3.6%. Come take a…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how a stock market novice could start investing with under £1,000

Christopher Ruane explores some potential pros and cons of investing on a limited budget -- and explains how someone could…

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Dividend Shares

£500 or £5,000? Here’s how much passive income a £20k ISA could earn each year!

Our writer explains some principles that help determine how much passive income a £20k ISA might provide each year, in…

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How much should an investor put in a Stocks and Shares ISA to return £50 a day?

This Fool is considering the passive income potential of a Stocks and Shares ISA and one stock he thinks is…

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Investing Articles

It’s down 45% — but I’m buying this FTSE gem

Christopher Ruane's been adding to his holding of a well-known FTSE 100 share after a string of profit warnings sent…

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Investing Articles

Are Legal & General shares just for the over 70s?

Stephen Wright thinks Legal & General shares – like its products – aren’t that exciting, but those who think about…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how one penny share soared 83% in a year

Christopher Ruane looks at why a former penny share has soared 83% in the past year and tries to learn…

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Investing Articles

£15k to invest? 2 high-yield stocks to consider that could deliver a £1,565 passive income

Roland Head looks at two FTSE 250 dividend shares operating in niche markets with the potential to provide a high…

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Investing Articles

£10k invested in BP shares 10 years ago is now worth…

BP shares are known for their big dividends, but has the stock rewarded long-term shareholders? Roland Head's crunched the numbers.

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Investing Articles

The FTSE 100 hits new record highs — what do I do now?

The FTSE 100 seems to show investors aren’t as worried about things like the economy, inflation, or interest rates as…

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Investing Articles

£5,000 invested in Tesla stock 12 months ago is now worth…

Tesla stock's up 95% over the last 12 months, but exchange rates mean UK investors who bought the shares a…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how Warren Buffett’s No.1 lesson can help investors as they try to turn £1 into £1m

Warren Buffett's a billionaire investor, but his teachings might help even the most novice of investors become a millionaire through…

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Investing Articles

2 cheap shares that could be takeover targets in 2025

These cheap shares may be takeover targets in 2025, and as such, potentially offer shareholders the chance to earn outsized…

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Investing Articles

I asked ChatGPT to rate my FTSE 100 stocks and here’s what it said

ChatGPT wasn’t entirely supportive of my FTSE 100 holdings, but it shared some of my optimism. However, I wouldn’t recommend…

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Investing Articles

My £3-a-day plan to build a second income in 2025

Christopher Ruane explains why he's putting aside a few pounds a day to build a second income -- and how…

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Investing Articles

£20k to invest? 2 dividend stocks to consider for a £1,860 passive income this year!

A large investment spread across these big-paying UK dividend shares may be worth considering for potentially huge rewards, as Royston…

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Investing Articles

2 top ETFs to consider for kickstarting an Individual Savings Account (ISA)!

Looking for a simple and effective way to start your investing journey? Here two great ETFs for Individual Savings Account…

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Investing Articles

Moderna’s meant to be a red-hot growth stock. What on earth’s gone wrong? 

Moderna's been anything but a high-flying growth stock in this investor's portfolio. So is it high time he gave up…

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Investing Articles

I’m ready to buy more shares of this 10p penny stock!

This penny stock in my portfolio looks more attractive after the company just released a promising trading update covering last…

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Investing Articles

3 FTSE 100 shares to consider for kickstarting a Stocks & Shares ISA!

Looking for FTSE 100 stocks to buy to supercharge your returns? Here are three top blue-chips to consider for a…

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Investing Articles

FTSE 100 stocks just set a new record!

Against a backdrop of sluggish economic growth, the index of FTSE 100 stocks hit an all-time high today (17 January).…

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Value Shares

3 mistakes to avoid when looking for shares to buy

Christopher Ruane explains a trio of mistakes he has learnt to try and avoid when looking for shares to buy…

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Investing Articles

Why has the FTSE 100 just reached a new daytime high?

We're just a few weeks into 2025, and the FTSE 100 is already setting new records in spite of our…

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Investing Articles

Can Rolls-Royce shares soar further in 2025?

Ken Hall takes a look at Rolls-Royce shares after a stellar few years. Can the aerospace and defence group's valuation…

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Investing Articles

What on earth is going on with the Diageo share price in 2025?

With Diageo's share price getting off to a poor start in 2025, this Fool wonders if now's the time for…

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Investing Articles

As merger rumours swirl, should I pounce on Glencore shares?

After reported early stage talks between two giant miners emerged, our writer has been revisiting the long-term investment case for…

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Investing Articles

P/E ratios under 5? Are these undervalued UK shares an opportunity to build wealth?

Most UK shares haven't achieved the exceptional growth of their US counterparts but the low valuations may offer an opportunity.

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US Stock

If an investor put £1k in the S&P 500, here’s what they could have in 2026

Jon Smith reveals how much an investment in the S&P 500 for the year ahead could be worth, based on…

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Investing Articles

Prediction: these FTSE 250 stocks could be among 2025’s big winners

Finding the coming year's FTSE 250 winners isn't an easy task, but we're thinking about it at this time of…

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Investing Articles

I asked ChatGPT to name 2 cheap shares to beat the FTSE in 2025. Its first pick astonished me

Harvey Jones used artificial intelligence to help him select two cheap shares from the FTSE 100 that should fire up…

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Investing Articles

Should I prepare for a stock market crash in 2025?

Many investors fear a market crash, but the omens look pretty good for 2025. Dr James Fox explains his positioning…

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Investing Articles

Warren Buffett strikes again

Investors are always interested in what Warren Buffett is doing with Berkshire Hathaway’s cash. But the important thing is always…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how much an investor would need in an ISA to earn £3,000 of passive income monthly

Millions of Britons could retire early or secure additional income in later life by considering some simple steps to generate…

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Investing Articles

2 growth stocks that are ONLY for long-term investors

Growth stocks can be great investments. But investors often need to wait a long time before they find out if…

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Investing Articles

Are Lloyds shares the best no-brainer buy for a 2025 Stocks and Shares ISA?

Picking Stocks and Shares ISA buys can be hard on the little grey cells. Might a few relatively simple rules…

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Investing For Beginners

3 things I think could cause a UK stock market crash before the summer

Jon Smith explains that although he isn't expecting a stock market crash today, there are a few reasons why he's…

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