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£5,000 of savings? Here’s how to try and turn it into £158 of passive income a month

By taking a long-term approach and using the cash generation potential of large blue-chip companies, our writer thinks the passive…

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FTSE 100 shares: are there still opportunities in this market?

Christopher Ruane reckons that, although the FTSE 100 index of blue-chip shares has been enjoying a banner year, it may…

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At 4.2%, the yield on this dividend share isn’t the highest, but it’s been the FTSE’s most reliable

A stock’s dividend yield is a popular measure. But our writer explains why sometimes it might not be the best…

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Could the FTSE 100 still hit 10,000 points in 2025? Here’s what the experts think…

Mark Hartley looks at expert forecasts to see whether the FTSE 100 can hit 10,000 points in 2025 — and…

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Here’s 1 passive income stock with a dividend yield of 13.9%!

This passive income stock has one of the highest dividend yields in the UK! Should investors be thinking of buying…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target £587 of extra income each week?

To try and generate an extra income stream, our writer invests in the UK stock market. But what does he…

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2 UK growth stocks to consider for trying to build wealth after 50

It’s never too late to start investing. And the UK might be the place to look for stocks to try…

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£1,000 invested in a FTSE 250 index fund 5 years ago is now worth…

While the index as a whole has underperformed recently, Stephen Wright thinks there are some great stocks to consider buying…

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3 UK shares that could surge in 2026 if the Bank of England cuts rates

The Bank of England could cut interest rates further in 2026. Here, Zaven Boyrazian explores which UK shares could benefit…

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Want to aim for a second income of £2,095 a month? Here’s how…

Our writer looks at how a newbie investor could try and aim for a monthly four-figure second income. And he…

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Here’s Warren Buffett’s advice as stocks reach record highs

I'm following Warren Buffett's advice in 2025 to try and beat the market even as stocks reach new all-time highs.…

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1 top growth stock to consider for a SIPP before Halloween

Our writer sees this high-quality growth stock as an excellent choice to consider to tap into Asia's booming digital economy.

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This penny stock surged 100% in six months! Will it do it again?

This natural gas penny stock could be set to deliver explosive long-term returns for growth investors if there are no…

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After crashing 54% in a year, are these among the cheapest UK shares to consider buying today?

Beaten-down stocks can sometimes be great shares to buy. But what about these two that have halved in value since…

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Will we soon see a crashing stock market?

Sky-high valuations and weak economic outlook are increasing the risk of a stock market crash, but when could this happen?…

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2 stocks I’ll look to buy in the event of a stock market crash

I'll be on the lookout for cheap stocks to buy in the event of a stock market crash. Here are…

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By 2026, a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA could be worth…

The last 12 months have seen some lucky Stocks and Shares ISAs surging from £20,000 to £86,200! But could these…

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£20,000 in a Cash ISA? Here’s how you can target £1,500 a month in passive income

Here's how to take an ISA lump sum and begin the journey towards earning £18,000 a year in passive income…

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Is it time to consider making my SIPP greener?

Our writer makes a confession about his Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) and then considers what options he has to try…

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3 great growth, dividend, and value shares from the FTSE 100 index!

The FTSE 100 index boasts a huge range of quality stocks that demand close attention. Royston Wild picks out three…

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How much should you put in an ISA for a monthly passive income of £2,000?

Millions of us invest for a passive income. Dr James Fox explains how an investor can leverage their resources and…

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BT’s share price is tipped to rise 11% over the next year! Can it?

Can BT's recent recovery continue, or will sales problems hold back its share price? Royston Wild takes a look at…

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How much money do you need in an ISA to earn a £30,000 passive income at 55?

The tax benefits and versatility of the Stocks and Shares ISA can make it a powerful wealth builder over time.…

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Down 41%, can the Greggs share price stage a recovery?

The Greggs share price has performed very poorly over the past 12 months, but that didn’t surprise me. The stock…

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2 excellent growth shares I recently added to my ISA

Our writer highlights a pair of growth companies that he recently bought for his Stocks and Shares ISA. Why is…

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The UK’s favourite stocks are red hot… these FTSE shares may perform better

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at some of the UK’s overlooked stocks that he believes could vastly outperform…

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How much money do I to put into need in an ISA for £1,000 in passive income each month?

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for Britons to build wealth and take an income from their…

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Are National Grid shares a bargain under £11?

National grid shares have been rising in recent months and look set to finally break the £11 mark. Could they…

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This high-flying FTSE 100 growth share is a play on Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Excited? Worried?

Harvey Jones praises the tech-focused Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust and highlights its biggest opportunity. But he also offers a word…

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Could Ferrari’s disappointing earnings forecast help the Aston Martin share price?

The Aston Martin share price has crashed 97% since the luxury car maker’s IPO in 2018. But could a rival's…

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Will AI stocks usher in a golden age of passive income?

The rise of AI might herald an economic golden age. If it does, will earning passive income through the stock…

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After rising 50% in 6 months can the Glencore share price continue to smash the market?

Harvey Jones is thrilled to see the Glencore share price finally springing into life and examines whether the FTSE 100…

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2 FTSE 100 growth stocks to consider in late 2025!

Soaring gold and copper prices have pushed these FTSE growth stocks sharply higher. Royston Wild believes they can keep rising.

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This FTSE 100 fund manager says 1 powerful megatrend is just getting started

Ben McPoland reveals which megatrend this star FTSE 100 fund manager recently said he's bullish on (hint: it's not artificial…

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3 strategies to try and avoid losing money in a stock market crash

JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon warned this week of a potential stock market crash. But what’s going to cause it…

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Passive income alert: this high-yielding FTSE 250 stock just fell 4.6% in a day!

Shares in Taylor Wimpey fell almost 5% in a day this week. With no update from the company, is this…

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Up 55% since April, is the Nasdaq about to crash spectacularly?

The tech-focused Nasdaq index has delivered extraordinary returns for investors lately. Could the bull market be about to end badly?

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Could the Vodafone share price hit 100p by Christmas?

Our writer speculates on what needs to happen for the Vodafone share price to reach three figures in time for…

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Could an EV boom send lithium penny stocks soaring in 2026?

Mark Hartley explores whether rising EV demand could ignite a lithium rally in 2026 – and one UK penny stock…

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FTSE 100 stocks have never been higher… and the Bank of England’s getting nervous

The Bank of England has issued a warning that some equity valuations are looking stretched. Our writer considers the implications…

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