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Down 97% and 69%! Should I buy either of these 2 iconic FTSE 250 shares?

This pair of FTSE 250 stocks are household names yet have declined significantly over the past few years. Is there…

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3 huge lessons I’ve learned from buying FTSE 100 income stocks!

Harvey Jones has been loading up his portfolio with UK dividend income stocks, and has been pleased with the results.…

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Investing Articles

Taylor Wimpey shares are down 20% and yield 8%! Is this the perfect recovery stock?

Harvey Jones is the first to admit that his Taylor Wimpey shares have been disappointing. But while he waits for…

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Up 82% in 12 months, this dividend stock still has a 5.5% yield!

This dividend stock has given investors growth and a strong yield in recent years. Dr James Fox explores whether there’s…

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Over the last 3 years, this British investment fund has delivered nearly double the return of the FTSE 100

Thanks to his specific investment approach, this British fund manager has beaten the FTSE by a wide margin over the…

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Investing Articles

Analysts reckon the Vodafone share price is still undervalued!

Our writer’s been looking at the latest Vodafone share price forecasts and assesses how the group’s performed against the targets…

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Investing Articles

Considering a Stocks & Shares ISA in 2025? Make sure to avoid these pitfalls

Mark Hartley outlines a few basic tips for investors to ensure opening a first-time Stock and Shares ISA goes as…

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Investing Articles

What will take the Lloyds share price beyond 80p?

The Lloyds share price has leapt by 40% in the last six months. It's also soared by 135% in five…

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Investing Articles

Want to become an ISA millionaire? Here’s one way to target stock market riches with £500 a month

Making a million pounds or more in an ISA doesn't have to be a pipe dream. Here's how a mix…

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Investing Articles

Could the ITM Power share price be set to soar like Rolls-Royce?

The Rolls-Royce share price has risen 10-fold since 2022. Could this under-the-radar UK growth stock deliver similar returns in the…

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Turn £20k into a £1k second income this summer? Here’s how!

With £20k, our writer thinks a portfolio of blue-chip shares could help an investor earn a four-figure second income each…

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Investing Articles

Can this UK stock really deliver a high 19% dividend yield?

Stocks with high dividend yields can play a big part in an investor's quest for passive income. Let's look behind…

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Investing Articles

No savings at 30? Here’s how a Stocks & Shares ISA could help turn £1,000 per month into £1,000,000

A 6.5% average annual return is enough to turn £1,000 per month into £1m over 30 years. And a Stocks…

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Investing Articles

This dynamic UK stock has a 9.5% dividend yield and could be 43% undervalued

Does this UK stock have a rare combination of both dividend and growth potential? Let's examine a bit closer and…

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I’ve just bought this excellent S&P 500 stock for my ISA

Our writer thinks Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) could be a big S&P 500 winner as it doubles down on the artificial intelligence…

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The FTSE 250 can offer some growth bargains. But here are 3 risks to watch out for!

Christopher Ruane explains a trio of factors he considers when sifting through the FTSE 250 looking for potential bargain shares…

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2 defensive shares for investors to consider for passive income in 2025

Ken Hall takes a look at two reliable dividend payers in defensive sectors that could help build a long-term passive…

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Growth Shares

Now could be the opportunity for me to snap up overlooked FTSE shares

Jon Smith explains why the recent record FTSE levels could push investors towards looking at more undervalued stocks within the…

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Dividend Shares

A 7.6% yield? Here’s the dividend forecast for a reliable FTSE 250 trust

Jon Smith runs through a potential income gem with a dividend forecast that indicates the dividend per share is heading…

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34% cheaper this year, is this FTSE 100 share a classic turnaround story?

This FTSE 100 share has performed horribly so far in 2025. Our writer sees substantial risks -- but is excited…

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5 passive income stocks I aim to hold for life

Mark Hartley identifies five passive income stocks that he wants to hold until retirement and beyond, explaining why he's chosen…

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Investing Articles

Is Vodafone’s share price set to surge on new VodafoneThree’s £11bn investment plan?

Vodafone’s share price has been kept in check on uncertainty over its merger with rival network Three, but with this…

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The curious case of this FTSE 250 star’s falling share price…

This FTSE 250 fast-food retailer seemingly keeps posting strong results, but its share price continues to fall. So what's happening…

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Despite hitting a record high, analysts reckon Rolls-Royce shares are still undervalued

Our writer takes a look at the latest forecasts for Rolls-Royce shares and reflects on where future earnings growth might…

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3 UK shares I’m avoiding in today’s uncertain market

With stock prices soaring, these 3 UK shares look expensive based on key valuation metrics. Here's why one Fool UK…

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3 signs the stock market’s entering a new bull phase — and how I aim to play it

The stock market's gaining steam. Here are three reasons a new bull run may be starting and how this Fool…

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Down 25% and 33% in 6 months, are these 2 FTSE 100 fallers bargains?

Though the FTSE 100 is up almost 8% in six months, these two Footsie shares have crashed by 25% and…

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The BAE Systems share price is at an all-time high… is it too expensive to buy now?

Dr James Fox certainly hadn’t expected the BAE Systems share price to push this high. Now he’s wondering whether it…

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Investing Articles

£8,800 in savings? Here’s how investors could turn that into a £20,000 second income… with time

Millions invest for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox explains how an investor can generate a life-changing figure from…

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Meta’s putting ads in WhatsApp! Should I buy the stock for my ISA?

This writer can see a handful of excellent reasons to consider adding Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock to his portfolio today.

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Investing Articles

2 top UK stocks I still wouldn’t touch with a barge pole

Harvey Jones has his barge pole out and is using it to keep these risky UK stocks away from his…

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Growth Shares

The Rolls-Royce share price could hit £10 if these 2 things happen

Jon Smith points out two key factors that will likely dictate if the Rolls-Royce share price can continue to push…

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Investing Articles

Will the stock market crash as war fears grow?

Harvey Jones says hanging around for a stock market crash is no way to pick FTSE 100 shares. What matters…

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Here’s one of the FTSE 250’s greatest bargain shares to consider!

This FTSE 250 share's risen 10% since the start of the year. Royston Wild gives the lowdown on why this…

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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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Just released: June’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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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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