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New dividend policy sends the Phoenix Group share price up 10%. Time to buy?

A progressive and sustainable dividend policy, with a 10%+ yield? No wonder the Phoenix Group Holdings share price climbed on…

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These 3 UK shares have 9%+ dividend yields. Can it last?

Christopher Ruane looks at a trio of UK shares with high yields -- one of which is due to fall…

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I’d buy 58,997 Legal & General shares for £1,000 a month passive income

Where to look on the FTSE 100 stock for a £12K yearly passive income target? Our Foolish writer explains why…

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The ISA deadline’s approaching! Here’s how I’d invest £5,000 now

Our writer highlights one struggling FTSE 100 stalwart he'd happily snap up inside his Stocks and Shares ISA before 5…

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With no money in the bank, I’d use these FTSE 100 stocks to build wealth

Jon Smith explains how he'd focus on artificial intelligence and the banking sector when picking FTSE 100 stocks for long-term…

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I’d invest £5,000 in this FTSE REIT to target a £760 passive income

This FTSE 250 REIT is paying a chunky dividend yield! Zaven Boyrazian explains how he’d boost his portfolio income with…

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Revealed! The 10 best-performing FTSE 100 shares in 2024

Despite the Footsie treading water, plenty of FTSE 100 stocks have achieved double-digit returns so far this year. But which…

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Don’t mourn London’s woeful performance — exploit it

Global markets have rocketed to all-time highs, as inflation worries ease. London is a rare exception — the Footsie’s peak…

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3 UK stocks I own for growth and returns

Sumayya Mansoor explains the reasoning behind her decisions to buy these three UK stocks including pros, cons, and her aims…

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2 of my top cheap FTSE 250 shares to consider buying before April!

Our writer Royston Wild thinks these cheap UK shares could be brilliant buys ahead of next month's Stocks and Shares…

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Investing Articles

How we’re building passive income of £100k a year

In my search for passive income, I'm always on the lookout for high-yielding shares. Even after rising 16.4% in a…

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Warren Buffett inspired me to buy this FTSE stock!

This Fool explains how investing legend Warren Buffett, and his influence, helped her decide to buy this stock for her…

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Is this once high-flying FTSE 250 stock finally showing signs of recovery?

Soaring during the pandemic period, this FTSE 250 dropped soon after. Does a recent update show signs of a turnaround?

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Down 50% in the last year, does this FTSE 100 stock have any luxury left?

This writer considers one instantly recognisable FTSE 100 stock to see if it might warrant a place in his portfolio…

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I’m avoiding these FTSE 100 shares like the plague!

The FTSE 100 boasts some great businesses. But there are also a number of dogs, thinks Paul Summers. Here are…

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An 8% yield and 35% below its high! This FTSE investment looks excellent to me

With analysts expecting strong future earnings growth, Oliver Rodzianko thinks this FTSE investment is stellar for passive income.

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Up 58% over the last 12 months, I think this growth stock will keep on climbing

With a stable balance sheet, a great track record, and strong earnings estimates, can this growth stock climb up higher…

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There are many reasons to like Tesco shares!

Our writer runs through a trio of things he likes about Tesco shares, as well as some possible risks he…

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Down 30%, these UK shares should grow fast according to analyst estimates

With wide diversification, a stable balance sheet and promising earnings estimates, Oliver Rodzianko thinks these are top UK shares, despite…

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With an 8% dividend yield, these 2 undervalued shares are a winning combo

Once again I'm on the hunt for high-yield dividend stocks to add long-term value to my portfolio. Will these two…

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How I’d invest my ISA allowance right now to target annual passive income of £1,590

Our writer explains how he'd use his annual £20k ISA allowance this year to target four-figure passive income streams for…

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If I’d put £5,000 in BAE Systems shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

This investor takes a look at the year-to-date performance of BAE Systems shares and says whether he’d still buy them…

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Is J D Wetherspoon a bargain FTSE 250 stock today?

This Fool considers one instantly recognisable FTSE 250 stock to see if it might warrant a place in his portfolio…

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Growth Shares

If these 3 things happen, I think the BT share price will stop falling

Jon Smith explains key factors, including the release of the full-year results in May, that could finally spark a rally…

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This UK income stock has grown its dividend 144% in just five years!

This income stock has a very strong recent track record of dividend growth. This writer thinks the business model can…

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At a 12-month high, could the M&G share price still be a bargain?

The M&G share price has hit a new one-year high after strong annual results and a dividend increase. Our writer…

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The Next share price is flying up 28% in a year – but can it keep going after today’s results? 

Today's full-year results have driven the Next share price even higher, as the FTSE 100 retailer thrives while others fall…

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£17,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £3,375 a month in passive income

A small savings pot can go a long way towards building a passive income stream but it requires commitment. I’m…

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Forget the Magnificent Seven! Here are my Tasty Two FTSE 250 alternatives

Jon Smith skips a trip across the pond and instead focuses on FTSE 250 growth stocks that he feels offer…

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Should I sell this FTSE 100 stock before TikTok gets banned?

Very few FTSE 100 stocks will have anything to do with TikTok, but this investment fund might have some cause…

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BP’s share price is still down 10%, but as oil trends higher should I buy more?

As oil prices rise, BP’s share price is rising too. But it’s still undervalued against its peer group, and buybacks,…

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3 of the best FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares I’d buy before the ISA deadline!

I'm building a list of the best last-minute stocks to buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here are three…

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75% down from 2020, is IAG’s bargain-basement share price unmissable?

IAG’s share price is around 75% lower than its pre-Covid level and looking very undervalued to me, despite stellar results.…

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£5,000 to invest? I’d buy FTSE 100 dividend shares for a second income

UK dividend shares can offer steadily growing income. Our writer explores a well-operated and expanding business as his top pick.

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£30k in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a second income of £15k

Here’s how I’d aim to invest in stocks and shares to generate a decent second income worth having in retirement…

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3 all-star stocks I’d love to buy for my Stocks and Shares ISA!

Sumayya Mansoor explains why these three picks are no-brainers for her Stocks and Shares ISA, and breaks down the pros…

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£1K bags me 411 shares in this 7% yielding income stock

This Fool explains why this income stock is attractive right now along with any risks that could derail any dividends…

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Looking for quality dividend shares? Here’s a 4% yielding hidden gem I like!

As dividend shares go, this one floats under the radar. Our writer explains why she’s a fan, and how it…

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Growth Shares

Down 10% today but up 123% in a year, what’s up with this growth share?

Jon Smith notes a short-term dip in the Trustpilot share price today, but explains why the growth share could continue…

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This former penny stock has almost quadrupled in a year! Why?

What was a penny stock six months ago has soared since. Our writer explores why he did not buy then…

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