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Here’s why investors may want to consider Scottish Mortgage shares over a tracker fund

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at one of the UK’s most popular investment trusts. He explains why Scottish…

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3 reasons this UK stock could take off like Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce has been a standout UK stock in recent years. From being almost down and out, the shares have surged…

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In 12 months, a £10,000 investment in Taylor Wimpey shares could become…

Taylor Wimpey shares are tipped to rise 30% in value over the next year. But how realistic are price forecasts…

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With a rotation pending, are these the best stocks to buy in August?

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at what could be some of the best stocks to buy in August…

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2 cheap momentum shares to consider in an ISA in August

The London stock market's packed with top, cheap shares this summer. Here are two that still offer great value despite…

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Here are 2 ETFs to consider that could supercharge a retiree’s ISA passive income

Discover how an investor can supercharge their dividend income with one or both of these top exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

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Here’s why I’m batty about Games Workshop, 1 of the FTSE’s best growth shares

Looking for top growth stocks to buy? Games Workshop's shares deserve consideration after more forecast-smashing results.

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With a 4.7% yield (as well as being potentially 77% undervalued) is this income stock a no-brainer buy?

Our writer’s found an income stock that looks to be undervalued. Surely this ideal combination makes it a Strong Buy?…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £5,000 monthly passive income?

Discover how making regular investments into the stock market can mushroom into a sizeable passive income portfolio over time.

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Meet the FTSE 100 juggernaut that’s smashing Nvidia shares in 2025! 

Rolls-Royce (LON:RR) has done it yet again, and the shares were on the move in the FTSE 100 today. But…

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Can the British American Tobacco dividend keep growing?

Christopher Ruane explains why he retains faith in the potential for ongoing British American Tobacco dividend growth, despite shrinking cigarette…

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After Shell announced another huge buyback, are its shares undervalued?

Andrew Mackie looks at the long-term case for owning Shell shares, which are up 150% in 5 years and accelerating…

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Here’s why Unilever could be a dividend share to consider right now

The Unilever dividend yield isn't one of the biggest, but a lacklustre share price performance is making it look potentially…

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2 FTSE 250 value stocks to consider buying while they’re hated

The UK market may be enjoying its time in the sun but Paul Summers thinks he's found two interesting value…

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Up 15% in July! Is this FTSE 100 dividend growth superstar the best share to buy in August?

Harvey Jones is looking for the best share to buy over the next month. This blue-chip has been lavishing investors…

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Down 22% in a week! Is this UK stock now priced for a barnstorming recovery?

Harvey Jones is delighted he didn't buy this UK stock in March, as a profit warning has just sent it…

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My Legal & General shares are suddenly being shorted! Should I worry?

Harvey Jones has been underwhelmed by the performance of his Legal & General shares. Now he has spotted a sudden…

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Could the Tesla share price now offer a brilliant contrarian opportunity?

Tesla stock has had doubters many times -- but still performed brilliantly over the long term. Might a recent fall…

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I said I’d consider buying London Stock Exchange Group shares on a dip. Is this it?

Harvey Jones has been monitoring the London Stock Exchange Group share price waiting for a dip. And this morning it…

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£10,000 invested in Next shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

Next shares have been a big winner for investors so far this year. But what should they make of the…

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Meta shares surge 11% on strong earnings! Should an investor buy now?

Jon Smith details how Meta beat expectations on revenue and earnings in the latest results and why Meta shares could…

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The Shell share price gains on $3.5bn buyback news, but is it still cheap?

The Shell share price has been having an erratic year. But investors who bought when it looked like oil might…

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What’s going on with the Unilever share price?

Harvey Jones is happy to see the Unilever share price idle, having offloaded the FTSE 100 stock in March. Have…

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The Anglo American share price falls in response to a huge dividend cut. Is it time to sell out?

After a disappointing set of results, Andrew Mackie assesses whether a new streamlined business can help rejuvenate the Anglo American…

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Here’s why Aston Martin shares could soar this year

Aston Martin shares have slumped 98% since listing in 2018. Our writer thinks news this week could potentially offer a…

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Why I’m betting on Ferrari over Tesla stock

Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) and Tesla are arguably not car stocks at all. Rather, they're in the business of luxury goods and…

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The Schroders share price jumps almost 5% in positive half-year results. Is the recovery finally on?

Harvey Jones has been monitoring the Schroders share price for signs of life. Today, he's finally seen some. Is the…

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Rentokil Initial shares are on fire after H1 results! Is the stock ready to bounce back?

Shares in Rentokil Initial are up 11% after the FTSE 100 firm’s H1 report. But it’s still down 5% since…

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The Rolls-Royce share price surges 10% as H1 smashes expectations. What next?

Rolls-Royce Holdings just stunned the market with another cracking set of results, but the share price valuation is getting a…

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Could the stock market be heading for a crash this autumn?

Christopher Ruane isn’t trying to time the stock market. Instead, he's getting ready to act whenever the right time and…

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Growth Shares

Back at its 2008 highs, what’s next for the Barclays share price?

Jon Smith flags up the strong move higher in the Barclays share price and outlines why the run might not…

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Growth Shares

This small FTSE bank has been smashing Lloyds shares over the past 6 months

Jon Smith points out a FTSE banking stock that is beating larger peers in performance thanks to a surge in…

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Directors are selling this UK growth stock. So why should anyone buy?

Despite this growth stock reporting record-breaking results, a number of insiders and their associates are selling. Our writer takes a…

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Is this thrillingly cheap FTSE growth share about to fulfil its massive potential?

Harvey Jones has gone big on this beaten-down FTSE 100 growth share, but is yet to reap the rewards. But…

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Should an investor use the full £20k ISA allowance in one go or drip-feed it?

Lump-sum or monthly investing? Our writer explores which strategy may work best for a Stocks and Shares ISA in today’s…

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Meet the £2.71 UK stock that’s forecast to smash Rolls-Royce shares in the next 12 months

City analysts reckon this FTSE 250 stock can jump 55% over the next year. If so, that could easily outperform…

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2 high-yield FTSE 100 stocks to consider buying for passive income

Paul Summers highlights two big yielders from the FTSE 100 to ponder buying if generating passive income's the primary goal.

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1 surging FTSE 100 bank to consider putting into a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA

Stocks and Shares ISAs are surprisingly unpopular in the UK. Our Foolish author wonders why that is considering the many…

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Is a high-yield portfolio the key to a meaty second income from FTSE 100 shares?

Our Foolish author explores one interesting strategy for earning a second income that is squared largely around the UK’s FTSE…

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I asked ChatGPT to tell me what UK stock could be the next Greggs

Greggs has been one of the great UK stocks of the current millennium. Could artificial intelligence help our author discover…

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