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An 8.8% dividend forecast for a FTSE 100 stock? This caught my eye

Jon Smith explains the reasons why a FTSE 100 share has such a high dividend forecast, with several green flags…

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The Wise share price jumps 12% on US primary listing news

The Wise share price was up in early morning trading after the rapidly-growing online bank announced plans for a primary…

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Should I buy a FTSE 250 index tracker for my ISA?

The FTSE 250 index has gone nowhere for a good few years now. This writer considers whether now might be…

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This brilliant UK growth share is a secret dividend superstar. Time to consider buying?

Shares in Sage Group just go from strength to strength. Now Harvey Jones has just found another reason to consider…

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Should I buy Tesla stock before 12 June?

Tesla stock's 31% off its December peak. With the Texas robotaxi launch imminent, I'm wondering if I should add a…

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At a P/E ratio of 7, are International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) shares a no-brainer buy?

Despite climbing almost 100% in a year, IAG shares don’t look expensive. But Stephen Wright thinks appearances can be misleading. 

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Here’s what the Warren Buffett indicator says about the stock market

The Warren Buffett indicator suggests that shares are expensive. But Stephen Wright feels investors should think carefully about what to…

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Taylor Wimpey shares yield 8.25% – and the dividend has been growing by 19.75% a year!

Harvey Jones has been disappointed by the performance of his Taylor Wimpey shares, but the brilliant dividend income on offer…

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Despite hitting a near-14-year high, this FTSE 250 defence superstar still looks 32% under its ‘fair value’ to me!

Shares in this FTSE 250 world leader in several hi-tech defence sectors are trading near a 14-year high. But I…

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Does a P/E ratio of just 7 make the IAG share price a bargain?

British Airways' parent company has been raking in profits of late -- so does the cheap-looking IAG share price make…

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Down 15% from its year high, is Shell’s share price too cheap for me to pass up?

Shell’s share price has simply tracked the trading pattern of the benchmark oil price in recent months, but I think…

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Why did the Wizz Air share price just fall 25%?

The Wizz Air share price has been down in the dumps for a few years. Should we buy after a…

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A £10,000 investment in BT shares 10 years ago is now worth…

BT shares have plummeted more than half in value since mid-2015. But could the tide finally be turning for this…

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With a 5% yield and P/E ratio of 6, this mid-cap FTSE value stock looks like a passive income gem!

After a solid run of gains and growing dividends, Mark Hartley weighs up the value and future prospects of one…

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This FTSE 100 stock’s soaring. But is it now overvalued?

There’s a FTSE 100 stock that’s risen 22% in a month. Our writer considers whether this exceptional run is likely…

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Down 46%, is this now the FTSE 250’s most attractive recovery share?

B&M European Value Retail shares have fallen sharply on persistent sales pressure. But could the FTSE 250 share be about…

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Could the stock market create a second income higher than the average UK salary?

One reason to invest in stocks and shares is to establish a second income stream. But how much extra cash…

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Down 26% to 36% in 6 months, are these 2 FTSE stocks recovery plays?

These two FTSE 100 shares have both plunged over the last six months. But I see long-term value in backing…

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The UK stock market’s soaring — could a crash still happen in 2025?

Our writer examines the sustainability of a rally that's pushed the FTSE near record highs, questioning if the UK stock…

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Massively overlooked: are these the next companies to lift my Stocks & Shares ISA?

Dr Fox believes investors need to look harder to find undervalued stocks in the current market. Here are two he’s…

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2 absurdly cheap growth stocks to consider right now!

The UK stock market's a great place to look for potential bargains, in my view. Here are just two top…

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£10,000 invested in HSBC shares 6 months ago is now worth…

Dr James Fox believes HSBC hasn’t been getting that much attention in recent months. It remains an interesting prospect for…

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Are International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares a brilliant bargain or a value trap?

International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares look like a steal based on predicted earnings. But could they be a potential value…

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With an index-busting 5.9% dividend yield, is Aviva an income share to consider?

Aviva has grown its dividend per share annually in recent years and its yield far outstrips the FTSE 100 average.…

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£2k invested in Adobe stock at the start of the year is now worth…

Jon Smith takes a look at Adobe stock's performance as it tries to take advantage of AI development and stay…

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Up 46% in weeks, can the Nvidia share price keep soaring?

A soaring Nvidia share price has helped it regain its crown as the world's most valuable listed company. Our writer…

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How to turn £100,000 into an instant £7,450 second income

Investing in property has been popular with investors looking to earn a second income. But buy-to-let houses aren’t the only…

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BAE Systems shares have soared 275% in 5 years – it’s also a secret dividend superstar!

When we think about BAE Systems shares, most of us think about all the growth they're likely to deliver. But…

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The B&M European Value share price falls heavily on results day. Is it now a buy for me?

With the B&M European Value share price down 10% following the release of disappointing results, this writer considers the likelihood…

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Here’s a way to aim for a £5,000 or more annual income from a Stocks and Shares ISA

Dreaming of retiring on a comfy income from a Stocks and Shares ISA? Many investors have turned such dreams into…

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This ex-penny stock just crashed 42% in a day to a 52-week low! Time to buy?

This software company's share price is collapsing. Should I buy the dip, or will the firm plunge back into penny…

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I’m eyeing up this Nasdaq growth stock for my ISA

Our writer explains why this growing space stock from the Nasdaq index will hopefully end up in his Stocks and…

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Does a 10% yield mean B&M makes my list of stocks to buy after 2024 results?

Profits might be stalling, but is a 10% dividend yield enough to convince Stephen Wright that B&M European Value is…

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Up 73% in two months, could this FTSE 250 share re-enter the FTSE 100 this year?

Christopher Ruane explains why he thinks one former FTSE 100 member, now in the FTSE 250, might rejoin the leading…

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Dividend Shares

£6k invested in these dividend stocks could make a 4-figure passive income

Jon Smith explains how active stock picking can help to enhance the dividend yield of a portfolio when trying to…

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2 defensive growth stocks that have left the S&P 500 in the dust since 2020

Strong growth prospects and resilient demand can be a powerful combination. Stephen Wright looks at two stocks that investors should…

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These 3 stunning UK stocks have doubled my money in 18 months. Time to bank the profit?

Harvey Jones had a brilliant month in November 2023, when he bought the three best-performing UK stocks in his portfolio.…

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Is there growth potential in this under-the-radar stock that recently rejoined the FTSE 250? 

Kier Group is back in the FTSE 250 after a recovering UK economy gave the construction firm a boost. Mark…

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Down 30%, this S&P 500 AI stock offers growth at a reasonable price. I just bought more

Edward Sheldon believes that this growth stock could be a big winner in the artificial intelligence revolution so he’s buying…

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£20,000 of BAE shares in an ISA this year is now worth…

BAE shares have taken off in 2025, helping drive the FTSE 100 higher and give shareholders reason to celebrate. But…

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