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My February stock picks are dividend yield heroes

John Maslen picks the dividend yield heroes he expects to drive his share portfolio growth in February and as a…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Lloyds shares 15 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

Lloyds shares have never truly recovered from the 2008 financial crisis. Here's the return I'd have made from investing in…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’d buy now for growing dividend income

I can't fault this FTSE 100 stock for its consistent record of dividend-raising, including right through the challenging pandemic years.

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Earnings: why Wizz Air shares are falling

Wizz Air shares had been climbing along with the rest of the sector. But they turned downwards after the airline's…

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Earnings: why Tesla stock is revving up after record Q4 results

Tesla stock soared after hours on the back of news that the company beat analyst expectations in its Q4 earnings…

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5 dividend shares I’d buy today to target £120 in monthly passive income

By investing in a handful of UK dividend shares, our writer thinks he could earn an average monthly passive income…

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Earnings: why IG Group Holdings shares are gaining

IG Group Holdings shares have started 2023 weakly. But could a positive set of first-half results mark the start of…

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Earnings: why the Diageo share price is falling today

The drinks giant has reported its interim results, and the stock is on the slide. Does the falling Diageo share…

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The FTSE is still full of dirt-cheap income stocks. I’m buying these bargains

I'm building my retirement portfolio on cheap UK income stocks and I'm happy to report that there are still plenty…

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I’d aim for a million — buying just a few FTSE shares!

Christopher Ruane outlines how he'd target a million by investing in carefully selected shares from the FTSE 100 index.

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Growth Shares

easyJet shares are up 55% – is this FTSE high flyer a buy?

easyJet shares have continued their monumental recovery and are up an eye-popping 55% already this year. Is the airline a…

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Investing Articles

A high-yield stock I’d buy right now for dividend growth

With analysts predicting dividend growth ahead, I think this high-yield stock is attractive right now for my diversified shares portfolio.

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Growth Shares

Alphabet: a FAANG stock to buy before February

Alphabet stock is now at its cheapest level in a decade. Even so, are its shares worth buying before its…

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A recovering penny stock I’d buy to hold for 5 years!

Investor demand for this penny stock has surged following the release of fresh financials. Here's why I'd buy it for…

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Should I add to my investment in Finsbury Growth and Income Trust now?

Although I already own some shares in this investment trust, I'm considering buying more now given my bullish opinion about…

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A cheap AIM stock that I hope to never sell!

This AIM stock has impressed the market again by raising sales and revenues estimates. Here's why I think it’s a…

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What’s going on with the Whitbread share price?

This year, the Whitbread share price has sprung into life and several reasons underpin the move. But should I buy…

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How I’d invest £300 a month in UK shares to target an extra income of £20,000 per year

With regular saving and disciplined investment, our writer thinks he could build a sizeable extra income over time. Here's how…

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This 5.5%-yielding FTSE 250 share looks cheap to me

Our writer explains why, if he had spare cash, he'd invest some of it in a FTSE 250 landlord with…

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Rolls-Royce shares are on a roll. Will it last?

Our writer has seen the value of his Rolls-Royce shares soar over the past few months. Now he considers whether…

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Should I buy Darktrace shares for 2023?

Darktrace shares offer exposure to the fast-growing cybersecurity industry. Edward Sheldon is wondering whether he should buy them for 2023…

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Should investors buy Legal & General shares for the big dividend?

Legal & General shares sport a very attractive dividend yield. Is this an opportunity or a trap? Edward Sheldon takes…

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1 of the top dividend shares I’d buy now

I like to see a rising payment from dividend shares, such as this market-leading business with international operations yielding around…

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I’d invest my first £500 in this high-dividend-yield FTSE 100 stock today 

The stock market correction has sent the dividend yields of many shares through the roof. But not all of them…

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Warren Buffett is investing in oil. Should I?

Warren Buffett recently bought more stock in oil major Chevron. He is rarely wrong. Should I replicate his move with…

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What could cause a stock market crash in 2023?

After a turbulent and volatile stock market in 2022, what might set off a nasty crash in 2023? I reveal…

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Up 50%, ABF shares are still one of the best bargains in the FTSE 100

Scouring the FTSE 100 for bargains, Andrew Mackie explains why he believes the Associated British Foods share price is a…

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Growth Shares

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust: 3 stocks to help its rebound in 2023

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares crashed last year, dropping 45%. So, here are three stocks that could help stage its…

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Why investing in UK stocks for passive income could be more important than ever! 

The age at which people can claim the State Pension could rise sooner than expected. Here's what I'm doing to…

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Dividend stock: I’d buy this passive income machine today

This FTSE 100 dividend stock looks like a bargain to me right now. I wouldn't think twice about adding it…

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Small-Cap Shares

Penny stocks: 2 AIM shares to turn my pennies into pounds

Penny stocks are worth exploring as they could explode in value if the tide turns their way. So, here are…

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With a 7% dividend, are Aviva shares a no-brainer buy now?

Forget trying to get rich quick. I prefer investments like high-yielding Aviva shares to target some long-term dividend income.

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I’d buy 6 shares a week of this FTSE 100 stock for £100 a month in passive income

Many FTSE 100 stocks pay handsome dividends, which means they can be useful investments for passive income seekers. Here's one…

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Will the BAE share price be among the top FTSE 100 winners in 2023?

BAE Systems share price gains gave investors a profitable 2022. I think we could be in for a strong decade…

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Will the Greatland Gold share price rebound in 2023?

The Greatland Gold share price has performed poorly in the past 12 months. Could it come back strongly this year?…

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Earnings: why Associated British Foods shares are climbing

Associated British Foods shares had a painful 2022. But a strong Primark-fuelled Christmas trading period has helped support its recent…

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Should I buy Ocado shares for 2023?

Ocado shares have lost two-thirds of their value over the last two years. Edward Sheldon is wondering whether now is…

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Could soaring sales boost a sagging Saga share price?

Does an upbeat trading statement mean Saga's share price offers value for our writer's portfolio? He isn't persuaded -- here's…

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2 dirt-cheap shares I’ve bought to hold for years

Christopher Ruane has put money into buying two cheap shares for his portfolio he thinks offer attractive long-term prospects.

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Investing Articles

Is the bear case for Alphabet stock persuasive?

Alphabet stock is over a fifth cheaper than it was a year ago. As some investors shun the shares, our…

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