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Prediction: these FTSE 100 stocks could be among 2025’s big winners

Picking the coming year's FTSE 100 winners isn't an easy task, but we're all thinking about it at this time…

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This UK dividend share is currently yielding 8.1%!

Our writer’s been looking at a FTSE 250 dividend share that -- due to its impressive 8%+ yield -- is…

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If an investor put £10,000 in Aviva shares, how much income would they get?

Aviva shares have had a solid run, and the FTSE 100 insurer has paid investors bags of dividends too. How…

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Here’s why I’m still holding out for a Rolls-Royce share price dip

The Rolls-Royce share price shows no sign of falling yet, but I'm still hoping it's one I can buy on…

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Greggs shares became 23% cheaper this week! Is it time for me to take advantage?

On the day the baker released its latest trading update, the price of Greggs shares tanked 15.8%. But could this…

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Down 33% in 2024 — can the UK’s 2 worst blue-chips smash the stock market this year?

Harvey Jones takes a look at the two worst-performing shares on the FTSE 100 over the last 12 months. Could…

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Are National Grid shares all they’re cracked up to be?

Investors seem to love National Grid shares but Harvey Jones wonders if they’re making a clear-headed assessment of the risks…

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Investing For Beginners

Here’s what the crazy moves in the bond market could mean for UK shares

Jon Smith explains what rising UK Government bond yields signify for investors and talks about what could happen for UK…

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Investing For Beginners

Why it’s hard to build wealth with a Cash ISA (and some other options to explore)

Britons continue to direct money towards Cash ISAs. History shows that this isn't the best way to build wealth over…

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Growth Shares

I bought this FTSE stock to beat the index over the next 4 years

Jon Smith predicts that a FTSE share he just bought for his portfolio could outperform the broader market, based on…

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The Sainsbury’s share price dips despite a bumper Christmas – it’s now cheap as chips

Harvey Jones says the Sainsbury's share price looks good value after today's results. He thinks it's worth considering for dividend…

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Here are the official 2024 returns for the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 (including dividends)

The Footsie did quite well in 2024, returning almost 10%. But the mid-cap FTSE 250 index generated lower returns, hurt…

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Why isn’t the promise of 1.5m more homes helping these FTSE 100 stocks?

The government wants Britain’s builders to help boost economic growth. So why are the FTSE 100’s construction stocks tanking?

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3 great investment trusts to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025

A good investment trust can act as a solid anchor for a Stocks and Shares ISA, helping investors maintain steady…

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Why Warren Buffett fears AI – and where savvy investors could spot an opportunity

Warren Buffett is cautious about AI but this Fool thinks the technology could present unique opportunities for forward-thinking investors.

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Is the 12.3% yield on this UK dividend stock too good to be true?

The impressive double-digit yield on this dividend stock recently grabbed the attention of our writer. But how sustainable is it?

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2 dividend growth stocks analysts think are strong buys right now

Growth stocks that also distribute cash offer investors the best of both worlds. Stephen Wright looks at two that have…

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I asked Anthropic’s Claude for the best FTSE 100 stock to buy right now. I’m impressed with what it said

Can artificial intelligence identify the best FTSE 100 stock to buy right now? Stephen Wright tried it out – and…

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£1k in savings? Here’s how investors can aim to turn that into a £9,600-a-year second income

Harvey Jones invests small, regular sums in FTSE 100 dividend stocks in an attempt to build a second income stream…

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5 investment trusts to consider for a new 2025 ISA

The biggest challenge when starting an ISA is choosing which stocks to buy. Investment trusts can make it a whole…

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Have I left it too late to buy Nvidia shares?

When the whole world was racing to buy Nvidia shares, Harvey Jones decided they were overhyped. Does the recent dip…

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Dividend Shares

I asked ChatGPT to pick me the best passive income stock. Here’s the result!

Jon Smith tries to make friends with ChatGPT and critiques the best passive income pick the AI tool suggested for…

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Hargreaves Lansdown’s clients are buying loads of this US growth stock. Should I?

Our writer's noticed that during the week after Christmas, many investors bought this US growth stock. He asks whether he…

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Greggs shares plunge 11% despite growing sales. Is this my chance to buy?

As the company’s Q4 trading update reveals 8% revenue growth, Greggs shares are falling sharply. Should Stephen Wright be rushing…

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Will ‘biggest ever Christmas’ help keep the Tesco share price climbing in 2025?

The Tesco share price had a great year in 2024. And if 2025 trading continues in the same way, we…

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This dirt cheap UK income stock yields 8.7% and is forecast to rise 45% this year!

After a disappointing year Harvey Jones thinks this FTSE 100 income stock is now one worth considering for investors seeking…

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With much to be cheerful about, why is this FTSE 250 boss unhappy?

JD Wetherspoon, the FTSE 250 pub chain, is a British success story. But the government’s budget has failed to lift…

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Investing Articles

2 huge investment risks I’m worried about in 2025

Ken Hall looks at two big investment risks that are keeping him up at night as we enter 2025 with…

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If a 30-year-old put £100 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA, here’s what they could retire on

Nothing saved for retirement? Don't panic. Our writer explains how regularly investing via a Stocks and Shares ISA could generate…

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Growth Shares

The IAG share price is at the highest level since the pandemic crash. Here’s what could happen next

Jon Smith explains why the IAG share price has doubled in value over the past year and provides reasons why…

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Are we staring at a once-in-a-decade opportunity to get rich from FTSE 350 shares?

While FTSE shares have disappointed lately, Harvey Jones isn't worried. He sees this as a buying opportunity rather than a…

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After plunging 65%, is this forgotten FTSE blue-chip the best share for me to buy today?

Harvey Jones is looking for the best share to buy for his Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025 and thinks…

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How much do I need to invest in dividend stocks to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income?

Stephen Wright thinks he could turn £15,000 today into £1,000 per month by using one of his favourite dividend stocks…

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Down 16% in 2024, will the BP share price bounce back in 2025?

Andrew Mackie assesses why BP remains the laggard among the oil supermajors, and the prospects for its share price this…

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As NATO eyes a spending surge in Trump’s second term, is it time for me to buy this FTSE defence technology gem?

This FTSE firm is at the cutting edge of defence technology so looks perfectly placed to benefit from big, planned…

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2 no-brainer FTSE 100 value shares to consider buying in 2025

These value shares consistently pop up in UK investor's portfolios. For beginners eyeing long-term growth, they make a compelling case.

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Time for me to increase my holding in this 11.1%-yielding FTSE 250 gem to target £45,811 in annual passive income?

This FTSE 250 firm offers one of the highest yields in any major FTSE index, which could one day generate…

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As the S&P 500 falls back below 6,000, what does 2025 hold for this infamous US tech stock?

Analysts have mixed forecasts for the S&P 500 as Trump's trade tariffs dominate news. But our writer remains bullish about…

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1 New Year’s resolution for ISA investors

With the US stock market getting a little hot and with limited momentum among UK-listed stocks, our Foolish writer highlights…

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Here’s the forecast for the Tesla share price in 2025

The Tesla share price skyrocketed in 2024, but past performance is no guarantee of future success. Here are the forecasts…

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