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As the Persimmon share price barely moves on positive trading, is the market missing a chance?

How much longer will the Persimmon share price remain depressed? This latest update suggests things are looking up this year.

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2 dividend stocks I’m staying well away from… for now

Dividend stocks can be a great source of long-term passive income, but investors shouldn’t ignore obvious risks when looking for…

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Why the IAG share price probably isn’t as cheap as it looks

The IAG share price looks like a bargain at the moment. But with this stock, there are some risks investors…

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Forecast: in 12 months the red-hot NatWest share price could turn £10k into…

Last year the NatWest share price suddenly went off like a rocket. Harvey Jones examines whether the FTSE 100 bank…

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Forecast: in 12 months from now the Aston Martin share price could turn £10k into…

Harvey Jones has had to avert his eyes from the Aston Martin share price, which continues to see severe collision…

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£9,000 in savings? Here’s how investors could target £17,854 in annual dividend income from this FTSE 250 high-yield star!

This FTSE 250 dividend gem delivers an extremely high yield that can make huge passive income over time and its…

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Up 703%, could Rolls-Royce shares crash?

Rolls-Royce shares have had an incredible run since early 2023. However, have they risen too far, too fast? Muhammad Cheema…

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Down 13% in a month! Is the Shell share price just too cheap for me to ignore?

It's been a tough year for the Shell share price, but the FTSE 100 energy giant now looks ridiculously cheap.…

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Up 7.5% in a week! Is the GSK share price about to do an AstraZeneca?

Harvey Jones says the GSK share price has dramatically underperformed FTSE 100 rival AstraZeneca, which has had a stellar run.…

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The dividend yield on this FTSE 100 stock has jumped 50% in a year. Time to buy?

Jon Smith explains why the yield on a FTSE 100 share has risen sharply over the past year but details…

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AstraZeneca’s share price is down 20% from September, so is it time for me to buy?

AstraZeneca’s share price has fallen a long way this year, which could mean a bargain to be had, so I…

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2 top gold ETFs to consider in May!

Buying a gold exchange traded fund this month is a great idea to consider as the precious metal targets new…

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Could the Marks and Spencer cyberattack send its share price plummeting?

Marks and Spencer’s share price has already taken a hit as a result of the cyberattack on the company. Could…

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3 dirt cheap FTSE 250 shares for May

I think these FTSE 250 shares could be among the London stock market's best bargains to consider following recent turbulence.

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£500 to invest in an ISA each month? Here’s how to target a potential £60k+ second income!

A regular monthly investment in a Stocks and Shares ISA could build a huge passive income in retirement. Let me…

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£10,000 invested in Jet2 shares 1 year ago is now worth…

Jet2 shares jumped on Tuesday 29 April after a positive trading report boosted investor sentiment. Dr James Fox explores his…

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£10,000 invested in BT shares 5 years ago is now worth…

BT shares have shone over the past 12 months, and that’s a little painful for me to say, having touted…

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I think this could be the best investment opportunity on the FTSE 100

Like many FTSE 100 stocks, this one has been through the mill in 2025. However, it hasn’t recovered, potentially offering…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks to consider this May

Recent stock market volatility provides an opportunity for investors to buy top FTSE 100 stocks on the cheap. Here are…

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£10,000 invested in Tesla shares on ‘Liberation Day’ is now worth…

Tesla shares have been extraordinarily volatile for a company of its size. Dr James Fox explores the prospects Elon Musk’s…

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The BP share price is falling… but the dividend yield is rising

The BP share price has fallen 15% over the past month, largely due to concerns that US trade policy could…

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Genus rockets 27% in the FTSE 250! Should I buy this UK stock?

Our writer has had this under-the-radar UK stock on his watchlist for a few months now. Why did it suddenly…

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Down 83%, might the Aston Martin share still be a value trap?

The Aston Martin share price has been weak for years. With free cash flow forecast later this year, could it…

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3 cheap UK shares to consider buying in May

The raft of reports from UK shares in April continues into May. Here are three stocks I think could benefit…

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Could buying Tesla shares this May be a long-term masterstroke?

Christopher Ruane stills sees a lot to like about Tesla's car business -- and potential in some other areas. So…

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Investors buying Tesla stock today face these risks

Tesla stock has crashed by almost half since its record high last December. But with more trouble on the horizon,…

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2 depressed UK shares I’m considering buying in May and holding ‘forever’

Our writer has been looking for bargain UK shares to snap up while they're 'on sale'. These two are definitely…

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If this 12-month Rolls-Royce share price forecast is correct then I’ll be a happy investor

The Rolls-Royce share price is red hot but Harvey Jones accepts it cannot keep rocketing at recent rates. Investors need…

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4 reasons I’m avoiding surging BT shares in 2025

Despite being impressed with the recent performance of BT shares, this investor has no intention of buying any today. Here's…

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After a 1,396% gain, is a weaker Nvidia share price a buying opportunity?

The Nvidia share price may have tumbled in 2025 but it has had a storming long-term performance. So, could this…

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Lloyds share price outlook: see what £10k could be worth in a year

The Lloyds share price has got its groove back in recent years and investors have got plenty of dividends on…

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Prediction: in 12 months the Barclays share price could…

Barclays just reported a strong set of Q1 results, but the share price fell in response. Who says the stock…

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1 huge diversification mistake to avoid in a Stocks & Shares ISA

Investing through a Stocks and Shares ISA can be a great way of building wealth. But it’s important to not…

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How £5k of savings could turn into £5k a year in passive income

There's no magic money-making tree guaranteed to make you rich. But for me, this is the best way to turn…

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7.3%+ yields! 3 dividend shares to consider this May

Christopher Ruane outlines a trio of FTSE 100 dividend shares he thinks income-focussed investors ought to consider at the current…

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10.7% and 12.3% yields! 2 dividend stocks to consider in May

Looking for ways to make a supercharged passive income over the next year? Here are two top dividend shares to…

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As the GSK share price bounces back, Q1 results raise hopes for more to come

The GSK share price took a dive in response to US import tariffs, but the company says it should be…

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£10k invested in BAE Systems shares just 3 months ago is already worth…

Harvey Jones says BAE Systems' shares have been going gangbusters, but he also wonders if the FTSE 100 defence stock…

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I just bought cut-price IAG shares for 259p. Here’s what they’re forecast to be worth in 12 months…

Harvey Jones took advantage of the recent dip to buy IAG shares. And he's thrilled to see that brokers are…

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Here’s why the Smith & Nephew share price jumped 7% in the FTSE 100 today!

The Smith & Nephew share price was marching higher today, topping the Footsie index in the process. Is this cheap…

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