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The NatWest share price slips in early trading despite positive FY 2024 results. What’s the deal?

The NatWest share price is down slightly this morning after the bank released its final results for 2024. Our writer…

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My Legal & General shares have climbed just 7% — so how come I’m sitting on a 20% gain?

Harvey Jones' trading account is showing only a modest return on his Legal & General Shares, but on drilling down…

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Prediction: the BP share price could rise in 2025 (or it might fall!)

Following this week’s release of the energy giant’s 2024 results, our writer reviews the prospects for the BP (LSE:BP.) share…

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What’s gone wrong with the FTSE 100’s ‘King of Trainers’?

Feeling the pain of a 28% drop in the JD Sports share price over the past three months, our writer…

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Is it too late for investors to consider buying these outstanding FTSE 100 shares?

Stephen Wright wonders whether now's the time to consider buying shares in the FTSE 100’s outstanding companies, despite some high…

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The NatWest share price has doubled in 12 months. These FY results show us why

NatWest solidly beat 2024 full-year expectations, but the share price fell! Welcome to another typical day on the stock market.

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This growth stock in my SIPP just crashed 33% in 1 day! Should I buy the dip?

Ben McPoland looks at why The Trade Desk (NASDAQ:TTD) shares lost a third of their value inside his SIPP in…

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Considering a £20k ISA in this FTSE dividend star could mean a £170 monthly second income

Harvey Jones does some simple maths to show how considering a £20,000 ISA in the FTSE 100’s Phoenix Group Holdings…

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ChatGPT told me this FTSE 100 stock might be the next Rolls-Royce

Can ChatGPT predict the next FTSE 100 stock to go on an absolute tear? It has a prediction that has…

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Move over buy-to-let: here’s how to target a 6-figure passive income from a Stocks & Shares ISA

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for growing investments and earning a tax-free passive income. Dr James…

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2 ETFs I think could explode in value in 2025!

These exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have surged since New Year's Day! And Royston Wild thinks they could have much further to…

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1 red-hot stock I love in my Stocks and Shares ISA!

This investor adores one particular high-quality share in his ISA portfolio. So much so, he just can't see himself parting…

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With an 8% yield and a P/E below 12, Taylor Wimpey looks in deep value territory

Harvey Jones wants to make a bit of noise about Taylor Wimpey shares. The FTSE 100 stock may be volatile…

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Up 8% today, is this one of the FTSE 100 best growth shares to buy?

Looking for the best FTSE 100 growth shares for a winning portfolio? This soaring blue chip is worth serious consideration,…

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With yields over 7%, here are two FTSE 100 dividend shares to consider in 2025

As the FTSE 100 trades near all-time highs in 2025, some of its top dividend shares still offer highly attractive…

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Here’s why Coca-Cola HBC stock jumped over 9% in the FTSE 100 today

This stock was flying to a record high in the FTSE 100 today, boosted by a strong set of earnings.…

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1 FTSE 100 stock an investor consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA if Cash ISAs get canned

The talk in the papers is of the Cash ISA getting axed, but the Stocks and Shares ISA seems secure.…

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A 5.5% dividend forecast? £2k invested in Lloyds shares could earn an investor this much by 2027

Jon Smith talks through the dividend forecast for Lloyds stock in the coming years and weighs up whether it could…

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How much in savings would investors need to target a £3,000 monthly passive income?

Our writer outlines a simple recipe to earn passive income from shares. The ingredients include diligent saving, ample time and…

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As Barclays’ share price drops 5% on results, what should investors do?

Barclays shares have doubled over the last year, but the price has now dipped. Does the FTSE 100 bank still…

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Prediction: Scottish Mortgage shares will beat the FTSE 100 index in 2025

Scottish Mortgage shares have started 2025 well, delivering a double-digit gain already. Edward Sheldon's optimistic this momentum can continue.

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British American Tobacco shares plummet on disappointing FY24 results. Is it still worth the dividends?

The British American Tobacco share price fell 8% this morning after the company posted its full-year results for 2024. Our…

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My Unilever shares have dropped 6.6% on today’s sorry results – time to get rid?

Harvey Jones wasn't happy to see his Unilever shares had taken a beating this morning. He wasn't particularly impressed with…

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Why on earth are investors still buying Vodafone shares?

Loads of investors seem happy to buy and hold Vodafone shares but Harvey Jones has always struggled to see the…

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Forecast earnings growth of 31% a year but down 38%, is now time for me to consider this FTSE 250 high-flyer?

This FTSE 250 stock is projected to see stunning growth in the coming three years, which could drive its share…

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BT shares are just over £1.50 after a 5% dip, so is now the time for me to buy?

BT shares dropped on Q3 results I thought were broadly positive and this, along with strong earnings growth forecasts, makes…

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Dividend investors should take a look at falling Unilever shares after Q4 results

As one of the FTSE 100’s most prominent dividend shares falls 6% after Q4 results, should passive income investors consider…

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Passive income of £24,000 a year from an ISA? Here’s how an investor could get that

Harvey Jones reckons we can generate passive income of £2,000 a month by investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA.…

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My favourite UK growth stock has crashed 28%! Should I dive in and buy more?

Growth stocks don't always move upwards in an unbroken line and that's certainly the case for this UK share I…

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£20k invested in Barclays shares 5 years ago is now worth…

Barclays shares looked like a great investment for growth and dividends. However, after the stock surged, the value proposition isn’t…

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Should I avoid the FTSE 100 like the plague?

The FTSE 100 has enjoyed a stellar 2025 against a rocky economic backdrop. Is it time to get out of…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 5 years ago is now worth…

Investors flocked to Greggs shares for an appealing mix of growth prospects and passive income following the pandemic. But things…

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I’m getting nervous about the Lloyds share price

The Lloyds share price has soared by more than 50% over the past 12 month, easily beating the wider FTSE…

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Meta stock is up 17 days in a row! Time to buy this record-setter?

Our writer wonders whether now is the time for him to add Meta stock to his ISA portfolio after its…

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4 good reasons why I’m avoiding cheap Lloyds shares like the plague!

Lloyds shares look dirt cheap based on earnings, dividends, AND asset values. But is the FTSE 100 bank a risk…

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31% revenue growth! This top growth stock just keeps powering on

Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) smashed it in the fourth quarter, wrapping up an outstanding 2024. But is this growth stock worth considering…

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Down 23% in a year, is Frasers Group a FTSE 250 bargain?

Christopher Ruane explains why he is taking the Buffett approach by sticking to what he comfortably understands. That does not…

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How much would someone need to invest in the stock market to retire and live off passive income?

Christopher Ruane explains some approaches and potential pitfalls of putting money in the stock market to try and retire early…

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This little-known technology company is now the 6th-largest business in the FTSE 100

Over the last few years, this under-the-radar technology business has quietly become one of the largest companies in the FTSE…

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Barratt Redrow shares spike 6% as profits forecasts hiked! Time to consider buying in?

Barratt shares are leading the FTSE 100 higher in midweek business. Is now the time to consider the housebuilder as…

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