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Is Lloyds Banking Group plc about to offer a 10% dividend yield?

25 April, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Rising earnings, sufficient capital and huge market share have this fund manager forecasting a 10% yield for Lloyds Banking Group…

2 massive 8%+ dividend yields I wouldn’t touch with a barge pole

25 April, 2017 | Ian Pierce

The viability of these whopping 8%-plus yields is looking increasingly tenuous.

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One 10%+ dividend yield I’d buy right now

20 April, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Why this rare 10%-plus dividend yield calls for a closer look.

Which 6%+ dividend yield is the better buy: BP plc vs. HSBC Holdings plc

31 March, 2017 | Ian Pierce

HSBC Holdings plc (LON: HSBA) and BP plc (LON: BP) both offer stellar yields but there may be danger lurking.

2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy with 4%+ dividend yields

30 March, 2017 | Ian Pierce

These two stocks offer growth that trounces the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) and 4%-plus dividend yields to boot.

2 stocks I’d buy with dividends yielding more than 5%

24 March, 2017 | Ian Pierce

These 5%-plus dividend yields are safely covered and have plenty of room to grow.

Two 5%+ dividends you could retire on

14 March, 2017 | Ian Pierce

These 5%+ yielding dividends have plenty of room to grow in the coming years.

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2 top income stocks for March

13 March, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Rising earnings are supporting big increases to these already attractive dividends.

2 bargain basement stocks I’m avoiding like the plague

25 February, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Don't be tempted by P/E ratios under nine and 6%-plus dividend yields.

2 stocks with fantastic long-term dividend potential

16 February, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Rapidly rising earnings are setting the stage for massive dividend increases for these two firms.

2 top FTSE 100 income champions for 2017 and beyond?

31 January, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Can these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) beating dividend yields be trusted?

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Can this 5% yielder turn it around in 2017?

25 January, 2017 | Paul Summers

The dividends may look tasty but today's trading update means Paul Summers is still avoiding this beaten-down share.

I predicted Pearson plc’s dividend cut with these simple rules

23 January, 2017 | Zach Coffell

One Fool predicted Pearson's dividend cut - here's how.

Are these 8%+ yields unmissable?

16 January, 2017 | Ian Pierce

In a topsy-turvy world with negative yielding bonds, can you afford to ignore these big annual yields?

Tired of record low bond yields? Try these secret income stars

16 January, 2017 | Ian Pierce

Fast-rising sales are leading to incredible dividends from these under-the-radar stocks.

Will Royal Dutch Shell plc and Aberdeen Asset Management plc’s 6%+ yields be slashed in 2017?

21 December, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Is 2017 the end of the line for dividends at Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:RDSB) and Aberdeen Asset Management plc…

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3 small-cap dividend stocks for your shopping basket

6 December, 2016 | Paul Summers

Those investing for income shouldn't ignore these market minnows.

3 stocks walloping the FTSE 100’s average dividend yield

29 November, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Want to beat the FTSE 100's 3.69% dividend yield? Take a closer look at these three income stars.

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Don’t ignore these under-the-radar dividend champions

28 November, 2016 | Ian Pierce

These may be the best FTSE-beating yields you've never considered.

Results confirm Royal Mail plc as my top income share in the FTSE 100

17 November, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Slow and steady growth and 4.5% yielding dividends are a winning combo for Royal Mail plc (LON: RMG).

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Are these supercharged FTSE 100 dividends doomed?

20 October, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Are 5%-plus yields sustainable for these under-the-radar dividend stars?

Are these Footsie stars the best bargains on the market?

4 October, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Are these cheap bluechips screaming buys for bargain hunting investors?

Is a dividend bonanza about to kick off at HSBC Holdings plc and Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc?

31 August, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Is it time for income investors to revisit these banking giants?

Can OPEC save BP plc and Royal Dutch Shell plc?

25 August, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Does OPEC need to take action to save dividends at BP plc (LON: BP) and Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:…

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Three dividend champions at the top of my shopping list

4 August, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Why I'm looking no further than these three shares for my income investing needs.

Looking for a safe haven? 3 stocks better than bonds

12 July, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Sick of historically low yields on government bonds? The answer may be British American Tobacco plc (LON: BATS), Unilever plc…

Dividend delight: Is Auto Trader Group plc a BETTER income bet than GlaxoSmithKline plc or Vodafone Group plc?

9 June, 2016 | Paul Summers

Does market newbie Auto Trader Group plc (LON:AUTO) offer better income prospects than GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) and Vodafone Group (LON:VOD)?

Are Aviva plc, Direct Line Insurance Group plc and Interserve plc 3 dividend dynamos?

31 May, 2016 | Prabhat Sakya

Aviva plc (LON: AV), Direct Line Insurance Group plc (LON: DLG) and Interserve plc (LON: IRV) are 3 companies you…

Why PayPoint plc is a better power play than Centrica plc

31 May, 2016 | Dave Sullivan

This Fool takes a less risky approach to the energy sector with PayPoint plc (LON: PAY), but keeps his eye…

Three under the radar dividend champions: Aviva plc, Schroders plc and Johnson Matthey plc

17 May, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Do Aviva plc (LON: AV), Johnson Matthey plc (LON: JMAT) and Schroders plc (LON: SDR) have some of the safest…

3 Striking dividend opportunities: Lloyds Banking Group plc, Imperial Brands plc and Legal & General Group plc

11 May, 2016 | Dave Sullivan

Will you make the most of these dividend opportunities: Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY), Imperial Brands plc (LON: IMB)…

Will Royal Dutch Shell plc follow BP plc and surprise on the upside?

3 May, 2016 | Dave Sullivan

Dave Sullivan looks ahead to Royal Dutch Shell plc's (LON: RDSB) first quarter results. Will the shares follow BP plc…

Can You Trust HSBC Holdings plc’s Dividend Or Should You Pick GlaxoSmithKline plc?

13 April, 2016 | Rupert Hargreaves

Is HSBC Holdings plc (LON: HSBA) a better income investment than GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK)?

Is It Time To Admit Defeat On Lloyds Banking Group Plc And GlaxoSmithKline Plc?

6 April, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Are Lloyds Banking Group Plc (LON: LLOY) & GlaxoSmithKline Plc (LON: GSK) about to turn the corner?

Building An ISA Portfolio Doesn’t Need To Be Complicated

28 March, 2016 | Rupert Hargreaves

ISA investing may seem daunting at first but it's simple once you understand the basics.

Are Dividends About To Be Slashed At Income Superstars HSBC Holdings Plc & SSE Plc?

7 March, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Trouble is brewing in paradise for income investors at HSBC Holdings Plc (LON: HSBA) and SSE Plc (LON: SSE).

Why Dividends Have The Potential To Double At Prudential Plc, Shire plc & Schroders Plc

26 February, 2016 | Ian Pierce

Big dividend growth is on tap at Shire Plc (LON: SHP), Prudential Plc (LON: PRU), and Schroders Plc (LON: SDR).

Want To Beat The Market? Look No Further

25 February, 2016 | Rupert Hargreaves

It's easy to beat the market. Here's what you need to do.

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