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I asked ChatGPT to create the ultimate £20k Stocks and Shares ISA and it chose…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones wondered what he would put in a Stock and Shares ISA if he was starting to invest from…

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Growth Shares

The Diageo share price looks seriously mispriced to me. Here’s why

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith's been watching the fall in the Diageo share price for some time, and explains why he feels now…

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How much income would an ISA need to match the State Pension?

| Andrew Mackie

Ever wondered what size an ISA portfolio is required to add up to as much as the State Pension? This…

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Dividend Shares

This REIT’s down 12% with a 9.58% dividend yield

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith highlights a REIT he thinks could be set for a long-term comeback as more people return to office…

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Dividend-paying UK stocks: a once-in-a-decade chance to grow wealth?

| Mark Hartley

Buying shares in companies that pay dividends can be a great way to earn income. And, right now, UK stocks…

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£1,000 buys 7,200 shares in this UK penny stock that’s tipped to rise 190%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Analysts believe this penny stock has the potential to soar over the next 12 months, or so. Could it be…

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Why ISA investors should consider these 3 stocks to buy for retirement

| Mark Hartley

With global markets heading for a volatile year, Mark Hartley identifies where retirement investors should look for stocks to buy.

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Investing Articles

Is buying Diageo shares like Warren Buffett’s 1980s Coca-Cola bet?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With a new CEO at the helm and shares trading near a decade low, are Diageo shares a screaming Warren…

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Dividend yields up to 10%! 3 top REITs to consider for passive income

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best dividend stocks to buy in 2026? These top real estate investment trusts (REITs) might merit serious…

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Prediction: in 12 months the soaring BAE Systems share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

| Royston Wild

BAE Systems' surging share price means investors have enjoyed a total one-year return near 60%. The question is, can this…

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Here’s how UK dividend shares could help you retire years earlier!

| Royston Wild

Looking for ways to retire early? I know I am. Here are three top tips that could help you finish…

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Investing Articles

By February 2027, £5,000 invested in Aviva shares could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

How much money will investors make by buying £5,000 worth of Aviva shares today? Zaven Boyrazian explores the latest expert…

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UK stock market outlook in 2026: finding fortune on the FTSE 100

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley identifies the many challenges the stock market faces in 2026 and how investors can better prepare for an…

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£1,000 buys 372 shares in this 8%-yielding dividend income stock!

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones thinks this FTSE 100 income stock's a brilliant way to generate income and growth over the longer run,…

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Dividend Shares

Which looks better value today, the FTSE 100 or S&P 500?

| Cliff D'Arcy

After strong gains for stock markets in 2023, 2024, and 2025, many shares appear overpriced. In particular, US equities look…

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The S&P 500 looks ominous right now, but…

| Stephen Wright

A glance at the S&P 500’s current valuation makes it look like a stock market crash might be coming. But…

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Here’s why Experian, RELX, and LSEG just crashed up to 16% in the FTSE 100

| Ben McPoland

Software stocks across the FTSE 100 index got absolutely hammered today. What on earth has happened to cause this sudden…

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Is it worth looking for stocks to buy with just £100?

| Christopher Ruane

Is what a Cockney calls a 'ton' enough to start investing? Or do you need a tonne of money to…

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Investing Articles

Should an income-focused investor consider National Grid shares?

| Christopher Ruane

One attraction of National Grid shares for many investors is the company's dividend strategy. Our writer explores some pros and…

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Want to retire early? Here’s how a stock market crash could help!

| Christopher Ruane

Many people fear a stock market crash. But to the well-prepared investor it can present an opportunity to hunt for…

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£20,000 invested in Rolls-Royce shares ago a year ago is now worth…

| Christopher Ruane

Someone investing in Rolls-Royce shares a year ago would have more than doubled their money. Our writer explains why --…

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How much would an investor need in Aviva shares for a £147 monthly passive income?

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland shows how an ISA portfolio could eventually throw off a decent amount of income each year, with help…

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Should I buy Palantir stock for my ISA after its blowout Q4 earnings?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Palantir stock has lost its momentum recently. But that could be about to change after the company’s blockbuster fourth-quarter earnings.

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Investing Articles

Are UK housebuilders a gift for value investors right now?

| Stephen Wright

There’s a lot to attract value investors to stocks like Barratt Redrow, Persimmon, and Taylor Wimpey. But are rising inventory…

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Up 35% in 2026, Europe’s most valuable company is boosting my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are a number of shares in Edward Sheldon’s Stocks and Shares ISA that are flying right now. Here’s a…

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Up 427% in a year! As gold plunges is this rampant growth stock suddenly a screaming buy again?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is wondering whether the sudden gold price plunge has given investors an opportunity to buy this FTSE 100…

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4 reasons Lloyds shares might climb to £2

| John Fieldsend

What factors might spark Lloyds shares into surging all the way up to the £2 mark? Our Foolish author sees…

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Investing Articles

My £20,000 in this superb 8.9%-yielding FTSE income share could make me £25,451 a year in dividends over time!

| Simon Watkins

This outstanding FTSE income share offers a huge yield, powerful earnings momentum and deep value, but I think many investors…

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Investing Articles

Down 26%, where’s Diageo’s share price headed?

| Simon Watkins

Diageo’s share price has fallen sharply, but recent leadership changes raise the question of whether a genuine turnaround may finally…

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Investing Articles

With 13% annual earnings growth forecast and 45% under ‘fair value’, should I buy more of this FTSE giant now?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE heavyweight has clear momentum, a deepening pipeline and a valuation gap that’s hard to ignore -- so, is…

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Here’s what £10,000 invested in Greggs shares at the start of this year is worth now…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones has bad news for investors hoping Greggs shares would recover in 2026, although of course it's early days.…

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Here’s how I’m targeting £17,497 in annual passive income from my £20,000 in this top-flight passive income gem

| Simon Watkins

This top-tier FTSE ultra-high-yield dividend stock stands out to me as having all three key elements I want in a…

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The ISA system is changing — here’s what I’m doing

| Stephen Wright

The UK government is reportedly set to replace the Lifetime ISA with a product for first-time buyers only. That would…

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How to try and turn a small ISA into £100k using these S&P 500 stocks

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith turns his focus to building a portfolio solely with S&P 500 stocks, and taps into key growth areas…

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I asked ChatGPT for the FTSE 100’s once-in-a-decade opportunities

| John Fieldsend

What once-in-a-decade opportunities are hiding on the FTSE 100? Can ChatGPT reveal a few clues to finding such hidden gems?

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Investing Articles

Could Filtronic shares be the next Rolls-Royce?

| James Beard

Since February 2021, Rolls-Royce shares have stood head and shoulders above all others on the FTSE All Share index. But…

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Up 1,660%, is Rolls-Royce still one of the best UK stocks to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Rolls-Royce have been a phenomenal investment in recent years. Could there be better British stocks to buy today…

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Growth Shares

Could this growth share be a millionaire-maker at 4.8p?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through a growth share with increasing copper exposure that he believes could be set to rocket higher…

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Investing Articles

Prediction: in 12 months the rampant Barclays share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

| Royston Wild

Barclays’ surging share price has driven spectacular returns over the last year. Can the FTSE 100 share keep rising? Royston…

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Investing Articles

After rising 32%, is the BT share price on course for 300p?

| Royston Wild

City analysts think BT's share price will soar 58% over the next 12 months. Is this a realistic possibility, or…

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