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I asked ChatGPT what it thought Warren Buffett’s favourite stock was. Here’s what it said

Warren Buffett is the most successful investor at least in terms of net wealth. So, what is his favourite stock…

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£5,000 invested in Barclays shares 3 years ago is now worth…

Barclays shares have vastly outperformed the market over the past 12 months, but it’s a different story over the longer…

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£10,000 invested in Rolls-Royce shares 2 years ago is now worth…

Rolls-Royce shares have been the FTSE 100’s biggest success story in recent years, driving the index higher. Dr James Fox…

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This AIM stock’s delivered 1,463% growth over 5 years! What’s next?

The AIM index is a great place to find the next big winner. This utility stock’s already delivered for shareholders,…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 3 months ago is now worth…

This one isn’t pretty. Greggs shares have pulled back amid slowing sales growth. Dr James Fox explores what’s gone wrong…

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Here’s what an investor needs in an ISA to earn £5,000 of passive income a month

The Stocks & Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for building wealth and generating a tax-free income. Dr James Fox…

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I think this FTSE 250 tech retailer could skyrocket in 2025

FTSE 250 stock Currys is already a multibagger, but the stock could push higher given strong business momentum and an…

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£5,000 invested in Scottish Mortgage shares 6 months ago is now worth…

Scottish Mortgages shares have risen with the resurgent technology sector, driven by supportive trends in artificial intelligence. So what’s next?

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What on earth is going on with Nvidia stock?

DeekSeek sent shockwaves through the tech-focused NASDAQ on 27 January, causing a $600bn selloff in Nvidia stock. Dr James Fox…

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These FTSE 100 stocks could catapult forward as AI gets cheaper

The FTSE 100 isn’t often associated with artificial intelligence. However, as we move towards the next phase of the revolution,…

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Why the low price of Lloyds shares is a double-edged sword

Lloyds shares have surged on the Chancellor's potential intervention in its motor dispute, making me feel cautiously optimistic.

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Can the NatWest share price replicate its 2024 rally in 2025?

The NatWest share price surged 82% in 2024 supported by share buybacks. Can it repeat its strong performance in 2025?

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Here’s how I’m trying to build an ISA that gives me £5,000 passive income each month

Millions of Britons could be generating more wealth and a lot of passive income by effectively using their Stocks and…

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Here’s a handful of cheap stocks that could turn red hot in 2025, according to analysts

Cheap stocks represent an opportunity to supercharge our portfolios. Dr James Fox details several deemed undervalued by analysts.

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I lost £15k on tech stocks on 1 day: here are my key takeaways

Tech stocks, notably those related to artificial intelligence, slumped on Monday after the DeepSeek grey swan event. Dr James Fox…

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£5,000 invested in Raspberry Pi shares 3 months ago is now worth…

Over the last three months, there would have been few better investments on the FTSE 350 than Raspberry Pi shares.…

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I think this FTSE 100 stock could surge in February

This FTSE 100 stock has massively outpaced the index over the past 12 months, but still looks discounted versus its…

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£5,000 invested in Tesla stock 6 months ago is now worth…

Tesla stock's surged since Donald Trump was elected President of the United States. However, the bull run appears to be…

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Here’s how I’m trying to build my ISA to earn a £5,000 second income each month

One of the more enjoyable things in life is a second income, especially a tax-free one. Here’s how Dr James…

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£10,000 invested in BT shares 1 year ago would now be worth…

The rally in BT shares appears to have lost some steam, but the stock would have represented a great investment…

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What does DeepSeek mean for the stock market?

A Chinese company called DeepSeek has caused havoc on the stock market after its R1 AI model topped performance charts…

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2 investments that could send my Stocks & Shares ISA surging in February

It’s earnings season and lots of companies will be reporting their quarterly or full-year results in February. How can my…

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Here’s one exciting alternative to Scottish Mortgage shares

Investors considering Scottish Mortgage shares may want to consider this peer. Also operated by Baillie Gifford, it offers an even…

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Here’s how Warren Buffett tells investors to use their paycheque

Warren Buffett is among the most successful investors of all time, but his advice is applicable to all of us.…

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£5,000 invested in Nvidia stock 1 year ago is now worth…

Nvidia stock has helped many shareholders build wealth since the start of the AI revolution. Dr James Fox explores some…

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ChatGPT says these FTSE 100 stocks could benefit from the Trump presidency

FTSE 100 stocks aren’t the obvious beneficiaries of a Trump presidency, but artificial intelligence believes there are several that could…

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8.1x earnings & 0.67 PEG: this growth-focus FTSE bank could skyrocket

FTSE banks have delivered incredible returns over the past 12 months, buoyed by a recession-free UK and a slow pace…

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Here’s how an investor could aim for an ISA that generates £10,000 each month

Millions of us invest for passive income, but the period in which we grow our investments can take time. Dr…

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£5,000 invested in Barclays shares 1 year ago is now worth…

Barclays’ shares have absolutely skyrocketed over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox has several key takeaways and shares his…

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Here’s the reason my 1-year old has a SIPP

Many Britons have turned to SIPPs — Self-Invested Personal Pensions — to boost their retirement income. Dr James Fox says…

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£5,000 invested in IAG shares 6 months ago is now worth…

IAG shares have been one of the best performers on the FTSE 100 over the past six months. Dr James…

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Nuclear energy is on-trend: are Rolls-Royce shares my best option?

Rolls-Royce shares have surged in recent years, but investors are keen to see whether the engineering giant can capitalise on…

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2 growth stocks that could surge under the Donald Trump presidency

The new US President says he'll take the US economy to new heights, and there are plenty of companies that…

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Beaten-down FTSE 250: a chance to get rich in 2025?

FTSE 250 stocks have endured a tough few years, with these typically UK-focused businesses suffering amid broad macroeconomic challenges.

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Here’s how I’m trying to build up my ISA to earn £5,000 in passive income each month

Millions of Britons use their Stocks and Shares ISAs to build wealth and eventually draw a tax-free passive income. Dr…

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Here’s how Warren Buffett’s No.1 lesson can help investors as they try to turn £1 into £1m

Warren Buffett's a billionaire investor, but his teachings might help even the most novice of investors become a millionaire through…

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2 cheap shares that could be takeover targets in 2025

These cheap shares may be takeover targets in 2025, and as such, potentially offer shareholders the chance to earn outsized…

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I asked ChatGPT to rate my FTSE 100 stocks and here’s what it said

ChatGPT wasn’t entirely supportive of my FTSE 100 holdings, but it shared some of my optimism. However, I wouldn’t recommend…

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Should I prepare for a stock market crash in 2025?

Many investors fear a market crash, but the omens look pretty good for 2025. Dr James Fox explains his positioning…

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Here’s how much an investor would need in an ISA to earn £3,000 of passive income monthly

Millions of Britons could retire early or secure additional income in later life by considering some simple steps to generate…

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