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How much do you need in a SIPP to target a pension income of £999 a month?

When building up in a retirement pot in a Self-Invested Personal Pension, or SIPP, it pays to have a target…

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This blue-chip FTSE 100 share offers a dividend yield of 9.1%. Is there a catch?

Christopher Ruane looks at a well-known dividend share that currently yields over 9% and weighs some of its attractions --…

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Up 2,927% in five years! Could the Rolls-Royce share price achieve the same by 2031?

Christopher Ruane unpicks some of the reasons the Rolls-Royce share price has been flying in recent years -- and considers…

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3 lessons for all investors from Nvidia’s 472,250% gain!

Nvidia stock has had a great run in recent years -- and an incredible run over the past few decades.…

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Tesla stock’s jumped 30% in a month. Is it set to soar?

Tesla stock's jumped 30% in a matter of weeks. Christopher Ruane explains some possible reasons why -- and what he…

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Want to quit work and live off stock market dividends? Here’s how much you might need to invest

Quitting a job and living off stock market dividends is a popular financial dream. Here's how investors can aim to…

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How to earn a second income from UK property without buying a house!

Looking for ways to create a second income via UK property without going into debt? Investing in a real estate…

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A well-covered 8.6% dividend yield and 9 years of growth! Is this one of the best income stocks in the UK?

With a chunky yield and a track record of dividend growth, this UK income stock offers one of the highest…

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2 overlooked UK shares to consider for dividend income

By looking beyond the usual FTSE 100 suspects, investors can discover terrific under-the-radar UK shares with substantial dividend-paying potential.

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As US stocks get volatile, here’s Warren Buffett’s advice

Warren Buffett has doubled the gains of the US stock market even after going through multiple crashes and corrections. Here's…

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Meet the 3p penny stock that’s crushing the FTSE 100 in 2025

This first-of-a-kind penny stock's been on fire in the last 12 months, skyrocketing by almost 3,100%! Should adventurous investors consider…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £1,300 monthly passive income?

Earning passive income by buying dividend shares can be lucrative. Our writer explains some of the variables that can affect…

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If a 45-year-old puts £500 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA, here’s what they could have by retirement

Drip-feeding £500 each month into a Stocks and Shares ISA starting from the age of 45 could lead to a…

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2 reliable FTSE 100 stocks that have increased dividends every year since the millennium!

These two dependable FTSE 100 income stocks have raised their dividends consistently for several decades. Our writer considers their future.

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how it could sensibly target £627 of monthly passive income

Earning passive income doesn't have to be complicated. Here's a proven simple strategy that can potentially yield enormous long-term returns.

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£5,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago is now worth more than you might think…

Greggs shares have beaten the FTSE 250 over the last five years. But does the firm’s Q3 update suggest it’s…

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Investing Articles

1 big reason to be bullish on UK stocks

UK stocks have traded at a discount to US shares for some time. But with analysts forecasting strong earnings growth,…

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Investing Articles

Should I offload Fundsmith Equity and buy a global or S&P 500 index fund instead?

Over the last year, Terry Smith’s Fundsmith Equity fund has returned just 1% while the Vanguard S&P 500 UCITS ETF…

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Yielding 9%, are Taylor Wimpey shares a dream passive income investment?

Taylor Wimpey shares currently sport a dividend yield of around 9%. Is there a catch? Edward Sheldon takes a look…

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Is a stock market crash imminent? Here’s how you could prepare

Stock market crashes provide a rare opportunity for long-term investors to boost their wealth. Royston Wild explains how.

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No savings at 40? Consider targeting FTSE 250 shares to eventually turn £100 a month into £240k

Looking to make enough money for retirement? Drip feeding cash into FTSE 250 shares could help even latecomers hit their…

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Investing Articles

What’s the best way to capitalise on surging gold prices?

Gold prices are hitting new record highs on a daily basis. But what are the best ways to capitalise on…

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2 top growth shares to consider right now!

Looking for the best UK growth shares? Here are two top-class stocks (including a FTSE 250 heavyweight) I think demand…

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3 high-dividend investment trusts to consider for passive income

Looking for ways to target a reliable and market-beating passive income? Consider these dividend-paying investment trusts.

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3 simple steps to grow your wealth with ISAs

Looking to invest and save in Stocks and Shares ISAs and Cash ISAs? Royston Wild reveals some important rules to…

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With a 22% annual return, I think this growth stock may be too good to ignore

Surging cybersecurity demand from its clients is driving profits at this FTSE 250 growth stock higher, as Royston Wild explains.

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This passive income stock could be the real winner from Pfizer’s deal with the US government

Stephen Wright thinks stability in the US pharmaceutical sector could make a REIT with industry-wide exposure a huge passive income…

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The Vodafone share price could be 58% undervalued!

Based on other valuations in the telecoms sector, our writer thinks the Vodafone share price undervalues Britain’s largest mobile provider.

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1 reason the Rolls-Royce share price has only just got started

The Rolls-Royce share has been flying in recent years. Our Foolish author explains one reason why the party might not…

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What’s going on with the IAG share price lately?

Even though the IAG share price has more than doubled in five years, it still looks potentially cheap relative to…

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The JD Wetherspoon share price falls in early trading despite a 4.5% increase in EPS

Unimpressed investors sent the JD Wetherspoon share price lower today (3 October) after the pub chain released its preliminary results.

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Meet the FTSE 250 housebuilder I’m buying for my Stocks and Shares ISA in Q4

Stephen Wright is adding to his investment in a FTSE 250 housebuilder in his Stocks and Shares ISA ahead of…

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Here are 37 gold stocks I’ve ‘bought’ as bullion prices soar!

I've sought to capitalise on the soaring gold price by getting exposure to stocks with an exchange-traded fund (ETF). Here's…

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Tesco shares reach new 18-year highs! Time to buy in?

Tesco shares have soared again after strong first-half sales and profits. Can the FTSE 100 supermarket share keep on rising?

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Investing For Beginners

How much do you need in an ISA to aim for a £10k annual passive income?

Jon Smith points out why patience is needed when trying to build a passive income and outlines one idea to…

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Growth Shares

Why the HSBC share price spiked 10% last month

Jon Smith talks through the strong performance of the HSBC share price in recent weeks but offers some caution with…

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By 2026, the Tesla share price could turn £5,000 into…

Tesla stock has surged 75% in a year, easily outpacing the S&P 500. Can it keep up this blistering pace?…

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A £10,000 stake in this FTSE 100 growth stock bought in January is now worth £35,000

Because of a lack of technology companies, finding huge winners on the FTSE 100 isn’t so easy these days. It’s…

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If markets crash, I’m buying these 2 UK shares

Our writer highlights two UK shares he’s buying in the event of a stock market crash, explaining why defensive stocks…

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Trading just under £2 now, BT’s share price looks a bargain to me anywhere below £6.13

BT’s share price is down 15% since July, adding to its previous huge underpricing to ‘fair value’, with strong earnings…

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