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The FTSE 100 didn’t crash this week. But there are still plenty of cheap shares on offer

James Beard reflects on a turbulent week for the UK stock market. He takes a closer look at two shares…

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This FTSE 250 stock’s just cut its dividend. But here are 3 reasons why I’m not selling my shares…

One of James Beard’s favourite dividend stocks has announced a reduction in its payout. Despite this, he’s holding on to…

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3 top passive income stocks with yields above 5% to consider for a SIPP

Ben McPoland highlights a trio of excellent UK dividend shares that he thinks look set to pay passive income inside…

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A surging ex-penny stock to buy for the defence spending revolution?

This under-the-radar business is quietly surging on the back of the new defense spending supercycle. So much so, it’s no…

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Are these the top 5 UK shares to buy in a Stocks and Shares ISA and hold forever?

Experts believe these top five UK shares could deliver high returns in the long run. Should I rush to add…

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The SIPP deadline is looming! Here’s a last-minute FTSE 100 share to consider

Looking for last-minute stocks to buy for a self-invested personal pension (SIPP)? This FTSE 100 faller could be a great…

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How much passive income does a £20,000 ISA generate?

The ISA deadline is fast approaching. And with the right strategy, investors can potentially unlock a £4,400 tax-free passive income!

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10%+ dividend yields! 3 global income stocks to consider for the long term

The dividends yields on these US and UK income stocks range from 10% to 11.4%. Here's why I think they…

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How much do I need in a Stocks & Shares ISA for a £555 monthly income?

Looking for ways to make a regular income from a Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild reveals how he's targeting…

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How much do I need in an ISA to earn £1,000 a month in passive income?

Ken Hall investigates how much investors need to invest in dividend shares to generate a sizeable passive income from a…

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As markets plunge, are these the 2 best FTSE 100 stocks to buy today?

Harvey Jones is on the hunt for the best stocks to buy and says these two FTSE 100 companies showed…

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Warren Buffett profited massively from nervous markets. Here’s how!

With market turbulence making some investors nervous, our writer recalls several moments when Warren Buffett did well despite fearful markets.

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How to target a 14%+ dividend yield by investing £10,000

There are many strategies for the average investor targeting a 14% dividend yield or higher. Our Foolish author explores one…

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Up 6%, can this ‘gritty’ stock continue outperforming the rest of the FTSE 250?

ITV's share price is soaring as investors react to a resilient performance in 2025. The question is, can the FTSE…

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How much income could £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA give you today?

As the clock ticks on this year's Stocks and Shares ISA allowance, Harvey Jones looks at how investors could use…

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What next for the Endeavour Mining share price after a record-breaking set of results?

Since March 2025, Endeavour Mining’s share price has risen 175%. Do the gold miner’s latest results provide any clues as…

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How are Rolls-Royce shares looking in March 2026?

March promises to be an interesting time for Rolls-Royce shares, but should investors be worried or calm about developments?

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3 these stocks are smashing BAE Systems shares – are they worth considering today? 

Harvey Jones looks at the impact of current events on BAE Systems shares this week, and highlights some FTSE 100…

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At a forward P/E of 17, is Nvidia stock now a screaming buy?

Stephen Wright outlines why Nvidia stock could be better value now than it has been in a long time, despite…

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I asked ChatGPT to name the most undervalued share on the UK stock market. Here’s what it said…

Always on the lookout for value shares to add to his portfolio, James Beard turned to a well-known artificial intelligence…

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Are easyJet shares easy money at 425p?

While other airline stocks have soared since the pandemic, easyJet shares have remained grounded. Is the share price set for…

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1 high-flying investment trust to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA

Ben McPoland thinks this lesser-known trust is worth exploring for investors wanting geographic diversification inside a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Up 300% from their pandemic lows, has the easy money been made on Lloyds shares?

Investors who bought Lloyds shares at their Covid lows got 15% of their investment back in dividends last year. But…

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The ISA deadline’s almost on us! Here’s a last-minute FTSE 100 share to consider

Investors have just a month to max out their Stocks and Shares ISA allowance for the 2026 tax year. Here…

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Dividend Shares

Down 24% in 10 months, Greggs shares are baking bad!

After a turbulent 2025, Greggs shares continue to bounce around this year. But with the stock trading at levels seen…

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A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

Conflict in the Middle East means a stock market crash feels like a real possibility right now. But being ready…

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares as they march ever higher?

Rolls-Royce is making billions of pounds a year and looks set to do even better in future -- so what's…

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£1,000 buys 110 shares in this UK beverage stock that’s smashing Diageo 

Shares of Tanqueray-maker Diageo are languishing at multi-year lows. So why is the stock behind this tonic water brand on…

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What next for Aviva shares after a cracking set of 2025 results?

Aviva achieving its 2026 financial goals a year ahead of schedule has got to be good for the shares... oh,…

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Should I buy stocks or look to conserve cash right now?

In a market dealing with AI uncertainty and conflict in the Middle East, should investors be looking for stocks to…

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Here’s how many British American Tobacco shares it takes to earn a £1,000 monthly second income

Is an AI-resistant business with a 5.38% dividend yield a good choice for investors looking for a second income in…

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1,001 Barclays shares bought 12 months ago are now worth…

Barclays shares have delivered excellent returns over the last year. But can the FTSE 100 bank keep outperforming? Royston Wild…

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Get started on the stock market: 3 ‘safe’ shares for beginner UK investors to consider

Kicking off an investment portfolio on the stock market may seem like a scary prospect. Mark Hartley details a few…

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2 spectacular growth stocks to consider buying in March

Investors ignore the risks with growth stocks when things are going well. But when this changes, fixating on the dangers…

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Why is the FTSE 100 suddenly beating the S&P 500?

The UK's blue-chip index has been on fire over the past couple of years, helping it catch up to the…

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This non-oil FTSE stock’s risen 4.6% in 3 days. What’s going on?

Against the backdrop of trouble in the Middle East, James Beard investigates why this FTSE 100 stock’s doing so well.…

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Has a 2026 stock market crash just come a whole lot closer?

If we're in for a stock market crash, what's the best way for us to prepare, and what kinds of…

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Up 79% in a year, this FTSE 250 stock still gets a resounding Strong Buy from analysts

This under-the-radar growth stock in the FTSE 250 has been on fire over the past 12 months. Why are City…

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Vistry shares down 20%! Here’s what I’m doing…

Vistry shares have crashed as the firm cuts prices and moves away from share buybacks. But is Stephen Wright’s long-term…

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The IAG share price is climbing today despite war fears – what’s going on?

It's been a tough week for the IAG share price and Harvey Jones expects more volatility. Yet the FTSE 100…

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