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Here’s how I’m targeting £12,959 a year in my retirement from £20,000 in this ultra-high yielding FTSE 100 income share…

Analysts forecast this high-yield FTSE 100 income share will deliver rising dividends and capital gains, making it a powerful long-term…

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Is Diageo quietly turning into a top dividend share like British American Tobacco?

Smoking may be dying out but British American Tobacco remains a top dividend share. Harvey Jones wonders if ailing spirits…

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Tesco’s share price: is boring brilliant?

Tesco delivers steady profits, dividends, and market share gains. So is its share price undervaluing the resilience of Britain’s biggest…

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1 huge takeaway from the Martin Lewis investing presentation

Martin Lewis showed how returns from stocks have smashed the returns from cash savings over the last decade. But here’s…

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Investing For Beginners

I think the best days for Lloyds’ share price are over. Here’s why

Jon Smith explains why Lloyds' share price could come under increasing pressure over the coming year, with factors including a…

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£5,000 invested in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2025 is now worth…

Looking to invest in the FTSE 100? Royston Wild believes buying individual shares could be the best way to target…

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Can the BAE share price do it again in 2026?

The BAE share price has been in good form in 2025. But Paul Summers says a high valuation might be…

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Can Rolls-Royce, Babcock, and BAE Systems shares do it all over again in 2026?

Harvey Jones examines whether BAE Systems and other defence-focused FTSE 100 stocks can continue to shoot the lights out in…

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7 UK dividend shares yielding over 7% that could thrive if rates fall in 2026

Mark Hartley weighs up the investment benefits of interest rate changes and how they could boost the potential of seven…

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These 3 things could make a Stocks and Shares ISA a no-brainer in 2026

The government and the FCA are doing their bit to try to steer investors towards a Stocks and Shares ISA…

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Revealed! The 10 best-performing FTSE 100 shares in 2025

It's been a year of golden gains for the FTSE 100 index, spearheaded by these 10 powerhouse stocks. But can…

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Is it time to consider gobbling up these 3 FTSE 100 Christmas turkeys?

Our writer looks at the pros and cons of buying three of the FTSE 100’s (INDEXFTSE:UKX) worst performers over the…

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Are Rolls-Royce shares a ticking time bomb after a 95% gain in 2025?

Rolls-Royce shares have been defying predictions of a fall for years now, while consistently smashing through analyst expectations.

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I asked ChatGPT for a discounted cash flow analysis for Lloyds shares. This is what it said…

AI software can do complicated calculations in seconds. James Beard took advantage and asked ChatGPT for its opinion on the…

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Back to glory: is Aston Martin poised for growth stock stardom in 2026?

Growth stock hopes for Aston Martin quickly evaporated soon after flotation in 2018. But forecasts show losses narrowing sharply.

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UK dividend stocks could look even more tempting if the Bank of England cuts rates this week!

Harvey Jones says returns on cash are likely to fall in the coming months, making the income paid by FTSE…

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Up 115% with a 5.5% yield – are Aviva shares the ultimate FTSE 100 dividend growth machine?

Aviva shares have done brilliantly lately, and the dividend's been tip-top too. Harvey Jones asks if it's one of the…

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How much do you need in a SIPP or ISA to target a second income of £36,000 a year in retirement?

Harvey Jones says a portfolio of FTSE 100 shares is a brilliant way to build a sustainable second income, and…

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I own BP shares. Should I be embarrassed?

With more of a focus on ethical and overseas investing, James Beard considers whether it’s time to remove BP shares…

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Dividend Shares

A 9.2% dividend yield from a FTSE 250 property share? What’s the catch?

This former FTSE 100 stock -- now in the FTSE 250 -- offers a cash yield nearing 10% a year.…

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Growth Shares

Will the SpaceX IPO send this FTSE 100 stock into orbit?

How can British investors get exposure to SpaceX? Here is one FTSE 100 stock that might be perfect for those…

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Could drip-feeding £500 into the FTSE 250 help you retire comfortably?

Returns from FTSE 250 shares have rocketed to 10.6% over the last year. Is now the time to plough money…

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How much does one need in an ISA for £2,056 monthly passive income?

The passive income potential of the Stocks and Shares ISA is higher than perhaps all other investments. Here's how the…

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The best time to buy stocks is when they’re cheap. Here’s 1 from my list

Buying discounted stocks can be a great way to build wealth and earn passive income. But investors need to be…

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Martin Lewis just explained the stock market’s golden rule

Unlike cash, the stock market can quietly turn lump sums into serious wealth. So, what’s the secret sauce that makes…

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£5,000 invested in Greggs shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

This year's been extremely grim for FTSE 250-listed Greggs -- but having slumped more than 40%, could its shares be…

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Looking for shares to buy as precious metals surge? 3 things to remember!

Gold prices have been on a tear. So has silver. So why isn't this writer hunting for shares to buy…

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Up 27% in 2025, might this penny share still be a long-term bargain?

Christopher Ruane's happy that this penny share he owns has done well in 2025. But it's still cheaper now than…

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Here’s what a single share of Tesla stock cost in January – and what it’s worth now!

Tesla stock's moved up this year -- and it's had a wild ride along the way. Christopher Ruane explains why…

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Rolls-Royce shares have done it again in 2025! But could the party be over?

2025's been another storming year for Rolls-Royce shares -- and this writer missed out! Might it still be worth him…

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Is this the last chance to buy these FTSE 100 shares on the cheap?

Diageo and Barratt Redrow's share prices have tanked. Is this the opportunity investors seeking cheap FTSE 100 shares have been…

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Legal & General shares yield a staggering 8.7% – will they shower investors with income in 2026?

Legal & General shares pay the highest dividend yield on the entire FTSE 100. Harvey Jones asks whether there is…

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With its 16% dividend yield, is it time for me to buy this FTSE 250 passive income star?

Ithaca Energy’s 16% dividend yield looks irresistible -- but with tax headwinds still blowing strong, can this FTSE 250 passive…

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Under £27 now, Shell’s share price looks a huge bargain – here’s why

Shell’s share price is at a major discount to its peers, but Simon Watkins believes it won’t do so for…

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Would I be mad to buy more Diageo shares near £16?

Edward Sheldon owns Diageo shares in his ISA and he's sitting on an ugly loss after the recent share price…

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Growth Shares

Down 60% since 2022: can Diageo’s share price ever stage a turnaround?

Diageo’s share price has plunged, but with its premium brands, strong cash flows, and a solid dividend yield, can it…

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This superb FTSE dividend gem has a forecast yield of 7.5%!

This FTSE insurer has a high dividend yield that is projected to rise and looks extremely undervalued -- a rare…

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Should I invest £20,000 in this FTSE 100 heavyweight to target a £1,740 second income?

An 8.7% dividend yield from an established FTSE 100 company looks like a golden opportunity to earn a second income.…

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Not using a Stocks and Shares ISA? You could be missing out on a wealthy retirement!

With significantly higher returns than the Cash ISA, Royston Wild explains how a Stocks and Shares ISA can supercharge your…

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44% under ‘fair value’, should investors consider this overlooked FTSE 100 defence gem right now?

This FTSE 100 defence and aerospace stock trades 44% below fair value, yet analysts’ forecasts are for 7.8% annual earnings…

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