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Diageo shares: a once-in-a-generation chance to get rich?

| Ben McPoland

Diageo shares have shed 59% of their value in just over four years. But might this simply be a chance…

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Here’s how investors could target £5,860 in yearly passive income from £5,000 in this overlooked FTSE 250 gem!

| Simon Watkins

A powerful passive income engine hidden in the FTSE 250, this overlooked firm could offer far more long-term dividend potential…

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What next for the Vodafone share price? Here’s what the experts say

| Alan Oscroft

Following a cracking year for the Vodafone share price, the forecast dividend yield has declined to 3.8%. But profit guidance…

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No savings at 45? UK dividend shares could help you build wealth while earning extra income

| Stephen Wright

Investing can be a great way to build long-term wealth. And the cash distributed by dividend shares can be a…

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Time to sell my Rolls-Royce shares in 2026?

| John Fieldsend

After a quite extraordinary few years for Rolls-Royce shares, our Foolish author is wondering if it's time to sell his…

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What next for the BT share price? Here’s what the experts say

| Alan Oscroft

The BT share price has had a somewhat erratic five years, and City analysts have mixed thoughts about where it…

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The 5 most popular ETFs on AJ Bell to start 2026

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights a handful of ETFs that have been popular among UK investors recently. Will he buy any of…

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It’s already the last week of January! Time to start investing?

| Christopher Ruane

What's happened to those New Year's Resolutions so far in January? Our writer explains why it's never too late for…

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4 pros and cons of buying Greggs shares in 2026!

| Royston Wild

Greggs shares have been one of the FTSE 250's biggest casualties in recent times. But could they be about to…

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I’m taking this once-in-a-decade chance to load up on 8%-yielding Legal & General shares

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones now plans to add to his stake in Legal & General shares at a time when they're offering…

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Should I buy Lloyds shares above £1 for passive income?

| Ben McPoland

After a massive surge, Lloyds shares are currently trading at a 17-year high. Should I buy the FTSE 100 bank…

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Here’s how to invest £20,000 in an ISA for a £1,500 second income

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright outlines a potential opportunity in the UK REIT sector that investors targeting a second income should have on…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks to consider buying for passive income in 2026

| Paul Summers

For investors hunting for passive income this year, Paul Summers thinks these dividend stocks are worth running the rule over.

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This FTSE 100 stock is riding the gold and silver surge

| Andrew Mackie

The FTSE 100’s top performer Fresnillo is powered by gold and silver. Here’s why the rally may have more room…

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How much money do you need in an ISA to earn a passive income worth £30k a year?

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a passive income. Dr James Fox explains how UK investors can leverage the Stocks and…

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Investors could target £1,982 in annual dividend income from just £5,000 in this overlooked FTSE 250 gem

| Simon Watkins

This overlooked FTSE 250 broadcaster may be hiding a major price-to-valuation gap, while producing market-beating dividend yield opportunities as well.

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This cheap share looks wildly mispriced to me — and the market hasn’t caught on yet

| Simon Watkins

This cheap share appears deeply out of sync with its long‑term prospects, and the market’s slow reaction could create a…

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Up 29%, this FTSE 100 stock still looks cheap to me

| James Beard

Even though this FTSE 100 stock’s risen nearly 30% since January 2025, James Beard explains why he and analysts think…

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Are investors missing a golden opportunity to buy Nvidia stock?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock has been treading water for the past few months. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the…

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A rare chance to buy 1 of of the UK’s top AI stocks at a bargain valuation?

| Stephen Wright

Investors who want to buy quality stocks at attractive prices have to be opportunistic. And this top FTSE 100 AI…

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I’m targeting an annual dividend income of £25,451 from my £20,000 holding in this 8.9%-yielding FTSE gem!

| Simon Watkins

This high-yield FTSE dividend star could turn my £20,000 holding into a serious long-term income stream, thanks to the quiet…

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A major FTSE 100 bargain is hiding in plain sight, so I’m buying more as soon as possible

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 stock looks far cheaper than its long-term fundamentals suggest, and the gap to its true value is…

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Could the BAE Systems share price soar another 300% in 5 years?

| James Beard

Over the past five years, the BAE Systems share price has risen 323%. But how might the defence contractor’s stock…

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With a 9% yield, is this FTSE 250 dividend stock a no-brainer buy for passive income?

| James Beard

This FTSE 250 stock offers one of the biggest dividend yields on the London Stock Exchange. But does a 9%…

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After crashing 65% from its 52-week high, is this penny share a screaming buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This distressed penny share’s seen its valuation more than slashed in half as investors jump ship, but has an explosive…

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FTSE Shares: 2 solid picks to consider when starting an ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

For those new to investing, Zaven Boyrazian highlights two FTSE shares he’d buy to kick-start a brand-new resilient ISA portfolio…

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1 move to avoid at all costs if the S&P 500 crashes in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The S&P 500’s has had another volatile week, with rising fears that an imminent correction, or even a crash, might…

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Rolls-Royce shares: here are the latest growth and dividend forecasts

| Royston Wild

Rolls-Royce shares have more than doubled in value during the last 12 months. Can the FTSE 100 stock keep flying?…

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Up 42% in 1 day! Is this one of the FTSE 100’s best shares right now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 100 stock’s already the best-performing large-cap UK share of 2026, but even after surging over 40%, is there…

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Seeking cheap stocks to buy in February? Consider this golden bargain!

| Royston Wild

Stock market investors have loads of top stocks to buy right now. But some have more investment potential than others.…

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After rising 51%, is the BP share price on course for 832p?

| Royston Wild

BP's share price is expected to soar 90% over the next year, according to one analyst. But how realistic is…

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£20,000 invested in the FTSE 250 at the start of 2026 could already be worth £26,500!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 stock’s already dominating the market in 2026. And a 30%+ surge could be just the tip of…

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These are my 3 biggest FTSE 100 SIPP holdings. Here’s why!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best FTSE 100 shares to buy? Royston Wild reveals his top three holdings -- and explains why…

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5 FTSE 100 stocks forecast to soar 40% (or more) in 2026

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley looks at a handful of the most promising FTSE 100 stocks that analysts are tipping to jump this…

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The 5 most popular FTSE 100 stocks on AJ Bell to begin 2026

| Ben McPoland

Wondering which FTSE 100 stock has been the most-bought among AJ Bell customers recently? Hint: it's not Rolls-Royce or Lloyds.

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3 UK income stocks I think could keep growing their dividends

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer highlights a trio of UK stocks that have grown their dividend per share annually in recent years --…

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Is the FTSE 100’s highest-yielding share worth considering for a retirement portfolio?

| Christopher Ruane

This well-known FTSE 100 share has put in a disappointing performance lately. But might a retirement portfolio benefit from its…

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How much would an ISA need in it for someone to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income?

| Christopher Ruane

What would it actually take for someone to target a four-figure monthly passive income by buying dividend shares? Christopher Ruane…

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Want your ISA to earn you a pound an hour for life? Here’s how!

| Christopher Ruane

An ISA stuffed with dividend shares could potentially mean passive income rolling in year after year. Christopher Ruane explains how.

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Could already-expensive Rolls-Royce shares reach £20?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores whether there's any chance Rolls-Royce shares could seriously appreciate from their already lofty heights and push…

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