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2 high-yield stocks investors should have on their ISA watchlist now

Jon Smith highlights a couple of high-yield stocks outside of the FTSE 100 that can offer ISA investors some good…

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As we head towards a recession, these ‘defensive’ dividend stocks are rising

Talk of a recession is sending a lot of stocks lower right now. However, these two UK-listed dividend shares are…

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I’m buying this Warren Buffett stock with huge potential for growth

Matt Cook thinks this Warren Buffett stock could be on the cusp of monumental growth over the next decade and…

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How I’d invest my £20k ISA allowance to earn a second income of £1,632 a year

Now looks like a terrific time to generate a second income from investing in FTSE 100 dividend stocks, tax-free in…

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2 penny stocks under 99p that I’d buy in April

Penny stocks have the potential to deliver exceptional returns. Here are two that I think could outperform the market over…

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This FTSE 250 share dived 13% last week. I’d buy it now!

This FTSE 250 share dived by 13% last week, making it the index's second-worst performer. But after steep price falls,…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Shell shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have now!

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Shell shares in an increasingly volatile period for oil prices. He asks:…

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Are Hargreaves Lansdown shares set to surge?

Over the last four years, Hargreaves Lansdown shares have been awful, losing two-thirds of their value. But I predict better…

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5 ways to win in this volatile stock market

It’s a wonder that any investor has made money recently in these volatile stock markets, but there are ways to…

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8.4% dividend yield! Why Legal & General’s share price is a FTSE 100 bargain

I think Legal & General could be one of the FTSE 100's greatest value shares. Here's why I'll buy it…

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Investing For Beginners

Buying these shares could help build a second income

Investing in dividend shares is a straightforward way to build a second income. Here, Ed Sheldon provides three ideas for…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks that could boost my monthly income

Stephen Wright makes the case for InterContinental Hotels and Bunzl as two of the best FTSE 100 stocks for investors…

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Should I buy Tesco shares for rising passive income?

The UK's number-one supermarket has reigned supreme for nearly three decades. But can its shares provide me with a rising…

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2 mega-cheap FTSE 100 shares I’d buy right now!

The FTSE index is packed with brilliant bargains following recent market volatility. Here are two cheap shares on my radar…

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4 penny stocks I’m thinking of buying right now!

I'm searching for the best penny stocks to buy to boost my wealth. I think these small-cap shares could be…

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3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy as the economy slumps

I plan to continue buying UK shares even as the global economy flashes red. Here are three FTSE 100 shares…

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Best British dividend shares to buy in April

We asked our writers to share their top dividend picks for April, including two nominations for a FTSE 100 housebuilder.

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2 dirt cheap dividend shares on my investing radar!

These dividend shares trade on low P/E ratios and offer chunky dividend yields. Here's why I'm considering adding them to…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest in Tesco shares for £1,000 a year in dividends 

£1,000 worth of annual dividends is worth shooting for, but can Tesco shares deliver that outcome reliably for me in…

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A powerful technique for getting the most from stocks and shares

Stocks and shares can frustrate investors who are forever checking their progress. But here's how I aim to get the…

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I’d buy 50,000 Lloyds shares for £100 in monthly passive income

What's the best way to fund our retirements? Mine is by investing for dividend income, and that includes buying Lloyds…

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Investors can make £5,000 a year in passive income with these stocks!

Dr James Fox explains how investors could generate as much as £5,000 a year in passive income. But how much…

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3 UK stocks to buy with dividend yields above 7%!

Dr James Fox details three UK stocks paying dividend yields above 7%. But are these shares worth buying, or are…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in NIO shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have now!

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at NIO shares. The highly promising EV maker is trading under $10, far…

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Warren Buffett turned to cash in Q4! What’s he doing now?

Dr James Fox hypotheses as to what legendary investor Warren Buffett might be doing after the stock market experienced a…

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A rare opportunity to buy even cheaper value stocks!

Dr James Fox explains why he believes today's market is a rare chance to buy value shares at knockdown prices.…

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Turning a £20k ISA into a second income worth £1,500 a year!

Dr James Fox explains how he’d turn the £20k ISA contribution limit into a second income to help fund his…

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Is the stock market the best place to earn passive income?

Is investing in shares the best way to earn passive income? Stephen Wright looks at the risks and rewards of…

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How to lose money in the stock market, according to Warren Buffett

Want to lose money investing in stocks? If so, Warren Buffett has some advice. For the best chance of making…

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Could FTSE 100 banks supercharge a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA?

Bank stocks are much cheaper than they were a month ago. Could they deliver superior returns to a Stocks and…

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Dividend Shares

2 cheap FTSE 250 dividend shares! Here’s why I’d buy them this April

I've been searching the FTSE 350 for the best dividend shares to purchase for long-term passive income. Here are two…

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Yields of up to 6.6%! 2 dividend stocks I’d buy to hold for 10 years

These two dividend stocks offer yields far north of the market average. Here's why I'd buy them to make long-term…

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The FTSE 100 is washed-up rubbish, right? Wrong!

The UK's FTSE 100 has been a poor cousin of the US S&P 500 for many years. But while some…

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Should I buy cheap Rolls-Royce shares for dividend growth?

Rolls-Royce shares seems to offer a winning blend of growth, value and income. But is the recovering FTSE 100 engineer…

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£9,271! Why early bird Stocks and Shares ISA investors are ‘wiser’

Investing earlier in a Stocks and Shares ISA can make a big difference to an investor's long-term wealth. And these…

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No savings? I’m using this Warren Buffett tactic as I aim to get rich

Using one technique from legendary investor Warren Buffett, our writer hopes to improve his long-term performance in the stock market.

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After big falls, these FTSE 100 stocks look dirt-cheap!

Dr James Fox details some of his top FTSE 100 stocks to buy after the recent market correction saw some…

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Lloyds shares dived 20%, but are now bouncing back!

As panic swept the banking world, Lloyds shares plunged by 20% In under six weeks. The stock has rebounded, but…

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Are we seeing a huge passive income opportunity in the UK stock market?

It often takes an uncertain outlook to create stock market bargains leading to big dividend yields ideal for passive income.

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8.1% dividend yield! Should I buy this dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stock?

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at a FTSE 100 stock paying shareholders an impressive 8.1% dividend yield. Is…

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