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Should I sell Legal & General Group and buy even more Phoenix shares instead?

Harvey Jones is thrilled he bought Phoenix shares as the FTSE 100 insurer has done better than he hoped. He…

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This FTSE 250 stock has a stunning 10.8% yield! Time to consider buying?

Harvey Jones is dazzled by the amount of income on offer from this FTSE 250 stock, but not too dazzled…

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£10,000 invested in these 5 FTSE 100 shares in June 2020 would now be worth…

Our writer considers the best-performing shares on the FTSE 100 since the summer of 2020, and takes a closer look…

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A 7.3% yield but down 22% from September, is it time for me to buy more of an overlooked FTSE gem?

This FTSE 100 commodities giant has been hit by concerns over Chinese growth and US tariffs. But are both overdone,…

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Where’s the Lloyds share price heading in 2025? Here’s what the experts say

With the Lloyds share price already posting strong gains in 2025, Mark Hartley explores where it could go next --…

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Down 8% from its one-year high, is Unilever’s share price too cheap for me to pass up?

Heavyweight FTSE 100 conglomerate Unilever has seen its share price slide 8% in recent months. But does this mean it's…

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Is it worth me buying S&P 500 stocks with the index close to record highs?

Jon Smith explains why he's more focused on active stock picking when it comes to the S&P 500 index right…

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Warren Buffett’s stock is getting cheaper! Is this an opportunity for investors?

Shares of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway have fallen in value since the legendary investor announced his retirement plans.

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Here are the 3 most-sold FTSE 100 stocks at Hargreaves Lansdown in the past week

Many investors have been unloading shares in these well-known FTSE 100 companies over the last few days. Are any worth…

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This dividend stock has raised its payout for 49 years and now yields 5.5%!

A small-cap dividend stock with a cracking long-term dividend record and a healthy forecast yield -- what's not to like…

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Rolls-Royce shares have surged… this stock could be next

With Rolls-Royce shares up 1,000% over the past two-and-a-half years, investors are on the lookout for the next stock to…

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Up 83% in a year, is this FTSE 250 bank en route to joining the FTSE 100?

A lesser-known banking stock on the FTSE 250 is rapidly climbing the ranks, vying for a place in the top…

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Which UK shares could be next to leave for the US?

Stephen Wright looks at two FTSE 100 firms that might be tempted to join the companies moving their shares from…

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A £10,000 investment in Vodafone shares, made 5 years ago, is now worth…

Vodafone shares have had a disappointing few years. But could this year mark the pivot point in the company's turnaround…

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Are Tesco shares the only free lunch on the FTSE 100?

Harvey Jones has his eye on Tesco shares. The FTSE 100's biggest grocery chain has served up top notch fare…

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Here are 2 of the FTSE 250’s most ‘hated’ shares! Which should investors consider buying?

Hedge funds think these FTSE 250 stocks will plummet in value. But Royston Wild feels one of them might defy…

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Here’s why I just loaded up on this FTSE 100 growth and dividend share

With a high dividend yield and ultra-low P/E ratio, I thought this strong FTSE 100 outperformer was too cheap for…

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This FTSE 100 share is surging right now! So why won’t I touch it with a bargepole?

Conflict between Iran and Israel is driving BP's share price steadily higher. Yet Royston Wild remains keen to avoid the…

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Can the Lloyds share price surge even higher in 2025?

The Lloyds share price has been on a tearing run of late. Ken Hall has his say on the stock's…

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The FTSE 100 is at record highs, but these stocks still look cheap to me

The FTSE 100’s latest surge has left these well-known stocks behind. Roland Head explains why these unloved firms have caught…

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2 top growth stocks that could help drive Scottish Mortgage higher by 2030! 

Ben McPoland thinks these two US growth stocks are among the most exciting in this FTSE 100 investment trust's portfolio.

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Over the next 10 years, I think I’ll make money from these 3 stocks in my ISA

Our writer highlights a trio of different companies from his Stocks and Shares ISA that he thinks will benefit from…

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£10,000 invested in BT shares in May 2024 is now worth…

BT shares have been on the up since a potentially pivotal event just over a year ago. Are we just…

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1 FTSE 250 stock I just can’t stop buying

While UK bars and restaurants are under pressure, the pub industry is doing well. And Stephen Wright is enjoying the…

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A PEG ratio of 1.15 and tonnes of IP: here’s why Nvidia stock still looks cheap

Nvidia stock is trading near its highs once again, and while it’s not as cheap as it was, Dr James…

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The Ashtead share price steadies ahead of US listing move. What should investors do now?

The Ashtead share price has soared 12,000% since 1988 in its life on the FTSE 100. As FY results come…

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Rolls-Royce shares have hit a record high this month. Too late to buy?

Christopher Ruane reckons Rolls-Royce shares could move even higher from here. But he sees limits -- and also some possible…

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Up 28% in weeks, here’s why the Aston Martin share price could finally soar

The Aston Martin share price is up by over a quarter in under two months. This writer sees a clear…

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Is there any value left in Tesco’s near-12-month-high share price after its Q1 trading update?

Tesco’s share price is trading around a one-year high after the 12 June release of its Q1 trading update, so…

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Is this FTSE 100 passive income gem’s share price set to soar after huge new partnership deal?

This often-overlooked FTSE 100 financial star has signed a massive new cooperation deal, which could usher in enormous extra revenues…

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Near its all-time high, Rolls-Royce is leading June’s Stocks and Shares ISA picks

An aerospace and defence sector boom has given Stocks and Shares ISA investors a boost. Is it likely to run…

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In the next 10 years, I’ll aim to earn the most second income from this area of the FTSE 250

I’m targeting a second income from FTSE 250 REITs. Here are three top dividend-paying property stocks I plan to hold…

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Is Tesco a good value FTSE 100 grocery stock for investors to consider in June?

The Tesco share price has climbed steadily higher in the last 12 months. Ken Hall evaluates the FTSE 100 grocery…

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Despite a 43% price dip, this dividend share still boosted its yield to 11.5% this year!

Our writer considers the income potential of an undervalued FTSE 250 dividend share with a high yield. Could it be…

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I snapped up these 3 cut-price UK shares after a profit warning – was that wise?

Harvey Jones analyses three UK shares that looked brilliant bargains after they issues shock profit warnings. Was he right to…

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This £12k ISA produces £989 a year in cash passive income

The great thing about passive income is I don't work to earn it. For example, investing £12,000 in this share…

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Are Aviva shares still a buy to consider for their 5.9% dividend yield after climbing 28% this year?

Having more than doubled in price over the past five years, Andrew Mackie assesses the likelihood of further growth for…

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3 top dividend shares that investors should consider in 2025

Ken Hall dives into three dividend shares that are worth a look for yield-hungry investors in the market for new…

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With the FTSE 100 on the cusp of 9,000 points, is it time to back UK shares?

The FTSE 100 has bounced back strongly from its April sell-off and this writer believes we are on the cusp…

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Over the next 10 years, I think I’ll make money from this area of the stock market

Ben McPoland is excited about the growth opportunities in this section of the stock market, and has already been making…

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