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3 huge lessons I’ve learnt from the stock market in 2025

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley reveals three vital lessons that the stock market has taught him so far this year and a trust…

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What will happen to my AstraZeneca shares if it moves its listing?

| Dr. James Fox

Reports are circulating that AstraZeneca shares could be moving off the London exchange with its CEO favouring a US market…

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How investors can target £1,000 of monthly passive income

| Dr. James Fox

For many of us investing in stocks and shares, the long-term goal is passive income. Dr James Fox explains how…

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Up 10% in the past year, can this FTSE 100 share continue rising?

| Royston Wild

This FTSE share has delivered double-digit gains since mid-2024, beating the broader UK blue-chip share index. Can it keep outperforming?

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What is passive income, anyway? And why do I love it so much?

| Cliff D'Arcy

A Russian proverb states, "Those who take no risks, drink no Champagne". So that's why I use these simple investments…

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Down 7.5%! This week hasn’t been kind to the Taylor Wimpey share price

| James Beard

Despite a strong post-Liberation Day recovery, the Taylor Wimpey share price has fallen 7.5% so far this week. Our writer…

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3 bargain FTSE 100 shares to consider buying in July

| Paul Summers

The FTSE 100 has returned to near-record highs in recent weeks. But Paul Summers thinks these stocks could deliver even…

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Sainsbury’s shares: here’s the latest dividend and share price forecast!

| Royston Wild

Sainsbury's shares are tipped to rise in value AND deliver a growing dividend. So should I consider buying the FTSE…

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What on earth is going on with the Greggs share price?

| Stephen Wright

The Greggs share price is down because it was hot in June. But is warm weather in the UK something…

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2 cheap shares I’m eyeing to buy again this July

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane reckons these two UK shares look cheap. He already owns them, but is hoping to buy more in…

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Why UK equities dominate my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

Our writer has built a Stocks and Shares ISA that leans heavily towards UK equities. That’s not deliberate, but it’s also…

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Will AstraZeneca be the next FTSE 100 stock to move to the US?

| Stephen Wright

With AstraZeneca reported to be looking into moving its listing across the Atlantic, should investors buy the stock ahead of…

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Down 17% this year, is Apple stock poised to bounce back?

| Christopher Ruane

Apple stock's been a weak performer in the first half of the year. Our writer likes the business -- so…

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The Barclays share price is up 186% in 5 years. But might it still be a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The Barclays share price has almost tripled over the past five years. Our writer thinks there are good reasons for…

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7% yield! I think this FTSE 250 stock is better than most investors realise

| Stephen Wright

High debt levels and regulation make water utilities some of the least popular FTSE 250 shares. But are income investors…

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46% undervalued with a 6.8% forecast dividend yield, should I buy more of this overlooked FTSE gem now?

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 financial services giant looks deeply under its ‘fair value’ to me and has a 6%+ dividend yield…

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Do the rewards outweigh the risks in Lloyds share price?

| Simon Watkins

Lloyds share price has risen considerably over the past year, but significant value may remain. That said, there are some…

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Looking for AI stocks to buy? 3 strategies to consider

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer considers a trio of different approaches an investor might take when trying to find stocks to buy to…

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Greggs shares still look temptingly cheap to me!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane bought Greggs shares this year -- but so far their performance hasn't been too tasty. Ought he to…

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The Vodafone share price just hit a 52-week high! But is the group’s debt still a drag?

| James Beard

Some believe the sluggish performance of the Vodafone share price is linked to the telecoms giant’s large debt. Our writer…

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This profitable, debt-free dividend share is well-covered and yields 11%! What’s the catch?

| Mark Hartley

On paper, this AIM-listed dividend share looks like an amazing income opportunity. Our writer digs deeper to get some clarity.

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When I bought Tesco shares, did I back the wrong horse?

| James Beard

Our writer’s been looking at the latest trading statements of the UK’s two largest grocers. But did he make a…

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Some UK shares have already doubled this year. I’m trying to find the next ones!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer discusses a couple of UK shares. One's down so far in 2025 and the other's more than doubled.…

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$1,000 invested in Tesla stock at its IPO 15 years ago is now worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesla stock has delivered life-changing returns over the last 15 years. Can it continue to reward investors with huge gains…

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Shell may not be interested, but I’m still buying cheap BP shares

| Andrew Mackie

Although many investors continue to give BP shares a wide berth, this writer explains why he thinks it's an oil…

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Are there any good AI stocks in the UK’s FTSE 100 index?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 isn’t known for its technology prowess. But there are actually some decent AI stocks in the index,…

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Prediction: in 12 months the red-hot NatWest share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Harvey Jones

The sizzling NatWest share price performance is bringing Harvey Jones out in a sweat. So what can investors expect in…

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Nvidia stock: is it still worth buying after becoming the world’s largest company?

| Mark Hartley

Nvidia stock has soared in the past three months. The chip-maker is now the world's largest company by market cap…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I believe demand serious attention this July

| Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 stocks have enjoyed strong share price gains in 2025. And I believe they could keep on rising…

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This FTSE 250 share still looks dirt cheap in July!

| Royston Wild

This FTSE 250 momentum share still trades on rock-bottom P/E and PEG ratios right now. And I think it could…

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Move over gold! Here’s how investors can hunt fallen FTSE shares and aim for an early retirement

| Dr. James Fox

UK investors can leverage the low valuations and strong dividends of FTSE shares to help bring their retirement closer. Dr…

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Why the BAE share price has soared – and whether there’s still value left

| Mark Hartley

With the BAE share price surging, Mark Hartley assesses the growth prospects of one of the FTSE 100's fastest-rising shares…

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How to invest £200 a month in UK shares to target a £42,050 second income

| Dr. James Fox

Let’s face it, all of us would probably benefit from a second income, especially a tax-free one. Dr James Fox…

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Here’s how I use an ISA so my daughter can buy a house at 31 with £1.8m

| Dr. James Fox

By starting investing in an ISA at a young age, my daughter can thoroughly leverage the power of compounding. Here’s…

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2 dirt cheap small-caps to consider in July

| Royston Wild

On paper, these UK small-caps offer exceptional growth potential at rock-bottom prices. Royston Wild takes a closer look at them.

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FTSE shares: a simple way to retire early in future?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how buying FTSE 100 shares could help someone build up a cash pile that may potentially help…

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D-Day is approaching for the Lloyds share price

| Stephen Wright

An ongoing investigation into motor loans hasn’t stopped the Lloyds share price over the last 18 months. But are things…

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£20,000 in an ISA? Here’s how it could be used to target passive income of £775 each month

| Ben McPoland

I reckon this blue-chip stock from the FTSE 100 could deliver an attractive income stream for a Stocks and Shares…

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As Cash ISA changes approach, here’s an alternative low-risk way to build wealth

| Royston Wild

If reports are right, alterations to the Cash ISA could be imminent. But any changes could also create opportunity, as…

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2 Strong Buy dividend shares to consider in July

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright looks at two UK dividend shares that analysts have Strong Buy ratings on. Should passive income investors be…

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