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The FTSE 100 could trump the S&P 500 in 2025. Here’s why

Jon Smith explains why the S&P 500 has outperformed this year but flags up reasons why history might not repeat…

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Now set to benefit from a £1bn Qatari investment, Rolls-Royce’s share price looks cheap to me anywhere under £11.08

Just because Rolls-Royce’s share price has risen significantly this year doesn't mean there's no value left in it. There may…

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A 6.7% yield but down 14%! Is it time for me to buy more of this FTSE passive income gem after it upgrades strategic targets?

This FTSE commodities giant aims for higher production of materials needed in ongoing urbanisation and for the energy transition, so…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I plan to avoid like the plague in 2025

Mark Hartley identifies two FTSE 100 shares he wouldn't go near in 2025, explaining why their fundamentals don't align with…

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This hot growth stock has smashed the FTSE 100 in 2024. Time for me to sell?

After a brilliant few months for this FTSE 100 stock, could there be signs of it overheating? Paul Summers considers…

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2 no-brainer FTSE 100 value shares to consider buying with just £500?

These FTSE 100 shares offer exceptional all-round value at today's prices. Could they end up supercharging investors' long-term returns?

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These FTSE 250 growth shares could soar over the next year!

The FTSE 250's risen strongly as demand for British assets like shares has recovered. I think these two top companies…

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If an investor put £30,000 into the S&P 500 a decade ago, here’s what they’d have today!

A lump sum investment in S&P 500 shares would have created spectacular returns between 2014 and now. Can the US…

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Is Games Workshop a top stock to consider buying in December for the long haul?

With Games Workshop updating on its deal with Amazon, is the UK company a stock to think about buying for…

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What does 2025 hold for the Lloyds share price?

Lloyds' share price could be in for a rocky ride next year as tough economic conditions and a fresh mis-selling…

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Investing For Beginners

3 ways to try and build a bulletproof ISA

Jon Smith explains factors such as allocating funds to defensive stocks as a way to try and smooth out volatility…

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Dividend Shares

Why the 2025 dividend forecast for Lloyds shares doesn’t tempt me

Lloyds' shares offer a yield of over 6% today. But Edward Sheldon believes other UK stocks will deliver higher overall…

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This is 1 of the hottest themes in the stock market right now and it’s generating huge gains for investors

This area of the stock market's absolutely on fire at the moment. And Edward Sheldon believes the momentum could continue…

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21% potential gains? Here’s the 2025 forecast for the BT share price

Jon Smith takes a look at the consensus BT share price target for next year from analysts and adds in…

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3 ways to harness the wisdom of Warren Buffett when stock picking

Warren Buffett's known for his wise words on investing and his track record's testament to his success. Our writer draws…

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Ashtead’s share price topples 10%! Is this a dip-buying opportunity for me?

A disappointing trading update has sunk Ashtead Group's share price. Should our writer now fill his boots with the FTSE…

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£11,000 in savings? Consider aiming to turn this into £8,469 in annual passive income!

Money put into high-dividend-paying stocks with the returns used to buy more shares can change small investments into big passive…

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Up 14% in a month! Is this forgotten FTSE 250 stock about to go ballistic?

This FTSE 250 stock is trading at a 20-year low but is finally showing signs of life as the board…

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Down 20% in 14 weeks, is AstraZeneca’s share price now too big a bargain for me to miss?

AstraZeneca’s share price has fallen a long way on an investigation surrounding its Chinese business. So, do the shares look…

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I think this FTSE 250 stock may explode higher in 2025, just as it has done before

After a disappointing five-year performance, a build-up of value may cause this FTSE 250 investment trust to outperform next year.

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2 small-cap ideas for a Stocks and Shares ISA

Under-the-radar companies can be great Stocks and Shares ISA picks. Stephen Wright has a pair to consider that investors might…

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Is the BAE Systems share price set to make a stellar comeback in 2025?

Harvey Jones is struggling to get his head around the slump in the BAE Systems share price. But he sees…

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£9k in savings? Placing it here could maximise an investor’s second income in retirement

Saving money for later life seems like a smart idea. But I believe this strategy could seriously compromise one's chances…

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£21,392 to invest in an ISA? Consider UK shares for a turbocharged retirement

Saving rather than investing? Let me explain why putting money in a savings account instead of UK shares could be…

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£9k in an ISA? Here are 2 FTSE 100 stocks to consider for a juicy second income

There are plenty of quality UK shares to consider when attempting to build a second income. Here are two high-yielders…

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No savings at 40? Just £5 a day invested in FTSE 250 stocks could unlock a £372k ISA

For the price of a coffee, Brits have a chance to build a healthy nest egg for their retirement. Here's…

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Can I buy Elon Musk’s SpaceX on the stock market?

SpaceX is hot property and its valuation is surging. Dr James Fox explains how investors can gain exposure to Elon…

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Considering an ISA for retirement? Here’s how investors could aim for £2,000 a month with dividend shares

Our writer outlines how a well-balanced portfolio of dividend shares in an ISA could lead to a decent stream of…

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Here’s the BP share price forecast

BP's share price should be higher. That’s what analysts are saying, but things can move quickly in the hydrocarbons and…

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Up 53% in 3 months! What’s fuelling the red-hot Burberry share price?

Harvey Jones is whooping it up as the dramatic Burberry share price recovery wipes out most of his losses in…

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Should I aim for a million by holding just 10 shares?

Can Harvey Jones aim for a million in his ISA pot by investing in a broad-based portfolio of around 20…

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Dividend Shares

Warning: hedge funds expect this FTSE dividend stock to tank

This FTSE dividend stock's down 54% over the last five years. And institutional investors expect its share price to continue…

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Should investors follow Warren Buffett and invest in this well known pizza company?

Warren Buffett’s investment company just put over half a billion dollars into Domino’s Pizza. Should UK investors grab some shares…

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1 cheap FTSE 100 stock I’ve snapped up for 2025 and beyond

Our writer outlines three compelling reasons why he recently decided to add this bargain-basement FTSE 100 stock to his portfolio.

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Should I sell this FTSE stinker and buy mighty Tesco shares instead?

Harvey Jones has been watching Tesco shares rise and rise, while his holding in FTSE 100 mining giant Glencore goes…

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Growth Shares

I think this is my favourite growth stock on my 2025 wishlist

Jon Smith explains his outlook for gold and silver prices for next year and finds a growth stock that fits…

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Investing For Beginners

2 UK stocks to consider buying to build wealth after 40

Jon Smith outlines a growth share and an income idea that show how UK stocks can be used to grow…

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2 quality UK shares to consider buying near 52-week lows

Sometimes, a cyclical downturn can create a great buying opportunity. In this spirit, Stephen Wright has a couple of UK…

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2,475 shares in this overlooked FTSE 100 dividend gem could make me £9,532 a year in passive income over time!  

This FTSE 100 stock has one of the highest yields in the index, which could generate a big passive income,…

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Down 16%, but with a P/E of just 7.2 and 5%+ yield do Lloyds shares look an unmissable bargain to me?

Lloyds shares have dropped significantly recently, leaving the stock looking undervalued on some measures, but does it look like a…

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