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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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Is AI a threat for the Alphabet stock price — or an opportunity?

Less than 10% off its all-time high, Alphabet stock may not look like an obvious bargain. Our writer explains why…

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After first-half profits surge, what next for the Barclays share price?

Five years ago, I didn't guess we'd see the Barclays share price so high today. But the latest results make…

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At a 17-year high, could the Aviva share price still offer value?

Over the past five years, the Aviva share price has more than doubled -- and now is at its highest…

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Here’s why BAE Systems, JD Sports, and HSBC shares all fell 3% today

HSBC is an Asia-focused bank, JD Sports sells trainers, and BAE is in defence. So why are all three FTSE…

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How much do you need in an ISA to make £10k a year in second income?

Jon Smith talks through how both the total ISA size and the type of shares included in the portfolio impact…

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Could BAE shares be about to crash?

BAE shares have delivered huge gains for investors over the last few years. But does a drop in the price…

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Is the Glencore share price about to go gangbusters?

Up 51% in 3 months and now with a major cost initiative in place, this writer sees further increases in…

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What I wish I knew before investing in the stock market

Our writer talks about a couple of mistakes he made when first investing in the stock market, and how he…

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The BAE Systems share price falls despite an upgrade in the defence group’s profit forecast!

The BAE Systems share price is down even though the company has improved its earnings outlook. Our writer considers why…

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As the HSBC share price wobbles on H1 results, here’s what you need to know

The HSBC Holdings share price has rewarded investors well in the past five years. But it's a bit shaky after…

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This under-achieving UK share is up 15% in a month! Time to consider buying?

Harvey Jones blasted FTSE 100 struggler Reckitt this time last year, but now the stock is starting to show signs…

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Can the red-hot Tesco share price continue to outshine Sainsbury’s?

The Tesco share price has been sizzling in recent years, overshadowing a solid performance by FTSE 100 rival Sainsbury's. Could…

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Affordability issues in the housing market dent the Taylor Wimpey share price

The Taylor Wimpey share price fell sharply in early trading today (30 July) after the builder released its results for…

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Is the aberdeen share price primed for explosive growth?

After hitting an all-time low in 2025, and with 10 years in the doldrums, could the aberdeen share price be…

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If you ‘sold in May and went away’, here’s what the same UK stocks would cost now

Jon Smith considers an old investment phrase and asks whether it actually makes sense to follow for long-term investors in…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 1 week ago is now worth…

Greggs is a beloved brand with loyal customers and continues to invest for long-term expansion. So why is this investor…

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Is the blistering BT share price recovery about to run out of road?

Harvey Jones flagged up the BT share price 18 months ago, but never expected it to make such a stellar…

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The Rio Tinto share price dips again as earnings and cash flows fall. But it still offers a stellar yield

It's been a tricky few years for the Rio Tinto share price and today's results have failed to ignite the…

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More bad news sends the Aston Martin share price into reverse

The Aston Martin share price fell in early trading today (30 July) after the company released its half-year results. Our…

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How to aim for a second income from scratch with just £5 a day

Our writer investigates a low-cost method of building a second income with dividend shares and harnessing the power of compounding…

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3 passive income stocks I aim to keep holding — even in a recession!

Mark Hartley highlights three core holdings that form the foundation of his long-term passive income strategy, through thick and thin.

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2 best-of-British UK shares to consider buying in August

British stocks might not be as glamorous as their US counterparts but UK investors don’t have to look far to…

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Here are the latest forecast dividend yields for Sainsbury’s and Tesco shares

Our writer takes a look at the dividend yields of the UK's two leading supermarkets to help him decide which…

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Should I buy Palantir stock before 4 August?

Our writer is wondering if it's time for him to add Palantir stock to his portfolio, just in case it…

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Here’s how much passive income an investor could make from a £50k portfolio

Jon Smith explores different levels of risk tolerance and provides an indication of the passive income that could be generated…

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How I’m positioning my ISA and SIPP for the AI revolution

Artificial intelligence is almost certainly going to transform multiple industries. Ben McPoland explains his strategy for his ISA and SIPP.

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Just what will it take to turn around the plummeting Croda share price?

Andrew Mackie examines the likelihood of a turnaround in the Croda share price, which is down 8% after another disappointing…

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2 high-yield dividend stocks to consider buying in August

The FTSE 100 is up near an all-time high now, at over 9,000 points. But there are still some UK…

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This 9.3% yield’s unbeatable! But is it really the FTSE 100’s best dividend stock?

Harvey Jones is blown away by the amount of income this FTSE 100 dividend stock is now offering investors. But…

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Up 65% since April, is this ex-penny share ready to rocket higher?

Ben McPoland looks at Virgin Galactic (NYSE:SPCE), a former penny share that has exploded skywards in the past three months.…

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My favourite UK stock rose 5% today and topped the FTSE 100 index!

The Games Workshop (LON:GAW) share price jumped over 5% in the FTSE 100 index today. Our writer takes a closer…

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2 cheap FTSE 250 stocks to consider buying in August

The FTSE 250 has gained 6% year-to-date and I think these two stocks with news due in August might help…

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Are we entering a golden era for Barclays shares?

Up 55% in a year and with profits continuing to surge, Andrew Mackie assesses whether now's the time for him…

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Greggs shares slip 5%! Should I dump the FTSE 250 stock after today’s results?

As Greggs shares slide further following lacklustre first half results, our writer considers what value remains in the FTSE 250…

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Greggs shares fall again as profit drops 14%. But are they now a bargain?

Holders of Greggs' shares continue to feel the pain as the market reacts to the latest set of half-year results.…

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These results make the ConvaTec share price one I just can’t ignore

The ConvaTec share price has had a volatile few years. But solid first-half progress provides a boost for strong growth…

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This green energy share just jumped 44% on the London Stock Exchange! Time to buy?

There are plenty of hidden gems waiting to be discovered in the London Stock Exchange. Might this surging FTSE share…

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Here’s how a £40k Stocks and Shares ISA could make £196 in monthly income

Jon Smith explains how an investor can juice up the returns of an existing Stocks and Shares ISA by targeting…

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