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Investing For Beginners

I think this could be the worst-performing FTSE 250 stock in 2025

30 December, 2024 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he believes a FTSE 250 company with a share price already falling could get even worse…

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Investing Articles

Will the Nasdaq crash in 2025?

30 December, 2024 | Paul Summers

Another big return in 2024 will have investors salivating for even more gains in 2025. But is momentum in the…

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Investing Articles

2 unstoppable UK growth stocks to consider buying and holding until 2030

30 December, 2024 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

These two UK growth stocks have delivered enormous returns for investors in the past. And Edward Sheldon sees further gains…

Investing Articles

Warren Buffett’s indicator is flashing red for US shares. Could UK stocks benefit in 2025?

30 December, 2024 | James Beard

Our writer looks at a valuation tool devised by Warren Buffett and asks whether it could be good news for…

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Investing Articles

I’m not waiting for a stock market crash, these shares are on sale now!

30 December, 2024 | Kevin Godbold

I reckon there's some good value on offer among UK stocks, so I'm not waiting around for a market crash…

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Investing Articles

UK shares: is this under-the-radar growth stock set to surge in 2025?

30 December, 2024 | Stephen Wright

Shares in UK packaging firm Macfarlane don’t get much coverage. But cyclically low earnings combined with a depressed multiple has…

Investing Articles

Here’s what I’m waiting for with the Unilever share price in 2025

30 December, 2024 | Stephen Wright

The Unilever share price has had a very strong 2024. But Stephen Wright thinks a potential opportunity could be coming…

Investing Articles

Can these 2 red-hot FTSE stocks smash the market again in 2025?

30 December, 2024 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

These stocks have delivered four or more times the return from the FTSE 100 index in 2024. Can they continue…

Investing Articles

3 cheap FTSE 250 shares to consider for growth and income in 2025!

30 December, 2024 | Royston Wild

Despite this year's gains, the FTSE 250 remains packed with excellent value shares heading into the New Year. Here are…

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Investing Articles

8%+ dividend yields! 3 investment trusts to consider for enormous passive income

30 December, 2024 | Royston Wild

Investment trusts can be excellent ways to generate a second income. These three have some of the biggest dividend yields…

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Investing Articles

“ARK appoints Warren Buffett as CEO” (and other headlines investors won’t see in 2025…)

29 December, 2024 | Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett changing course to invest in disruptive innovation isn’t going to happen in the New Year. What else do…

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Investing Articles

3 reasons an investment trust can be a good investment idea

29 December, 2024 | Christopher Ruane

The investment trust is a common stock market vehicle. Our writer explores some potential pros and cons of such trusts…

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Investing Articles

Is it possible to start investing with £80 of Christmas money? Yes – here’s how!

29 December, 2024 | Christopher Ruane

Even with under £100, this writer thinks someone with stock market ambition could start investing. Here's the approach he suggests…

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Investing Articles

£10k to invest? A high-yield dividend share to consider for a £1,589 passive income in 2025 and 2026

29 December, 2024 | Royston Wild

Looking for the best high-yield shares to buy? Here's one whose turbocharged dividend yields could make it a passive income…

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Investing Articles

I’ll aim for a million buying just a few shares

29 December, 2024 | Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane reckons less may be more when it comes to investing. Here's how he hopes to aim for a…

Investing Articles

With no savings at 40, should an investor look at growth stocks or value shares?

29 December, 2024 | Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks investors should consider focusing on value shares as they get closer to retirement. But 28 years is…

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Investing Articles

If oil prices climb in 2025, this stock’s set to gush passive income

29 December, 2024 | Stephen Wright

Beyond the likes of BP and Shell, Stephen Wright thinks there’s an interesting opportunity for passive income from oil. But…

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Investing Articles

How I’m preparing my ISA for the great stocks and shares bull market of 2025

29 December, 2024 | Kevin Godbold

These investors are optimistic for an ongoing bull market next year, so here's how I'm getting my Stocks and Shares…

Investing Articles

How I hope to turn £5k into £250k by holding this 10%-yielding FTSE passive income star

29 December, 2024 | Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is building a passive income stream from FTSE 100 stocks like ultra-high-yielder Phoenix Group Holdings. He says potential…

Investing Articles

After plunging 30% is this FTSE blue-chip the best share for me to buy in 2025?

29 December, 2024 | Harvey Jones

As the new year looms, Harvey Jones is looking for the best share to buy in 2025. This FTSE 100…

Investing For Beginners

3 top investment ideas to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA or SIPP in 2025

29 December, 2024 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for ideas for a tax-efficient investment account such as a SIPP? Here are three brilliant long-term strategies to consider.

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Investing Articles

Cheap shares like this FTSE bank could help ISA investors get rich in 2025

29 December, 2024 | Harvey Jones

The US stock market looks expensive and Harvey Jones is backing the UK instead. He says the FTSE 100 is…

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Investing Articles

9% yields! 2 cheap dividend shares to consider for a £1,800 passive income in 2025!

29 December, 2024 | Royston Wild

Looking to supercharge your passive income? These high-yield heroes could be just what you've been looking for, says Royston Wild.

Investing Articles

My ISA and SIPP portfolio soared 45% in 2024! Here’s what went right

29 December, 2024 | Ben McPoland

Investing in quality companies listed on the stock market has certainly paid off for my ISA and pension accounts this…

Investing Articles

2 cheap UK shares and a soaring ETF that could look good in an ISA in 2025!

29 December, 2024 | Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 are packed with brilliant bargains as the stock market sells off again. Here are…

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Investing Articles

How much would I need in an ISA to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income?

29 December, 2024 | Royston Wild

The exact amount needed for a healthy passive income may depend greatly on the type of ISA an individual uses.…

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Investing Articles

Does a 9.3% yield and a growing dividend make Legal & General shares a passive income no-brainer?

28 December, 2024 | Stephen Wright

Legal & General shares have been a bad investment over the last five years. But could it be a huge…