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Make or break: could US trade tariffs hurt the UK stock market?

Mark Hartley examines the knock-on effect that Trump tariffs could have on the UK stock market and considers a stock…

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40 and no pension? Here’s what £400 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA could become

It's never too late to start investing for retirement. Here's how regular contributions to a Stocks and Shares ISA could…

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3 essential factors for investors to consider when aiming for passive income success

Mark Hartley outlines three of the most important considerations investors are faced with when attempting to secure a lucrative passive…

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What would £10k invested in the FTSE 250 last year be worth now?

Our writer evaluates the performance of the FTSE 250 in 2024 and considers the prospects of a value stock that…

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£10k in savings? Here’s how an investor could aim for a monthly second income of £1,200

Mark David Hartley considers how investors could build towards an early retirement plan with a second income from a portfolio…

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I think this FTSE 100 fashion stock could skyrocket in 2025

JD Sports has had a disastrous few months of losses but 2025 looks primed to be the year for this…

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The GSK share price jumps 6% on positive FY 2024 results. Is it a stock to consider now?

Mark Hartley weighs up the growing potential in GSK as its share price makes rare gains following a promising set…

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I asked ChatGPT what advice it would give Warren Buffett. Here’s what it said

Warren Buffett is the last person on Earth that needs help from AI but Mark Hartley couldn't resist finding out…

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3 FTSE 250 dividend stocks to consider for passive income in 2025

Our writer considers the value proposition of three British dividend stocks that could help investors earn income this year and…

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How much should an investor considering putting in the stock market to return £250 a week?

Mark Hartley looks at the various metrics investors typically use to calculate how much income they could earn on the…

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How much in a Stocks and Shares ISA could bring in £990 of passive income each month?

Mark Hartley runs the numbers to figure out a way to generate almost a grand per month in passive income…

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3 FTSE 250 REITs to consider for passive income in 2025

When considering shares to include in a passive income portfolio, many investors look to the stable and reliable dividend payments…

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Apple’s share price was up 3% in aftermarket trading as Q1 results beat expectations

The Apple share price looks set to climb higher after the tech giant posted impressive results this quarter, but are…

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Airtel Africa share price surges 10% on Q3 results but foreign currency remains a key risk

Airtel Africa’s share price enjoyed an impressive rally this morning with a huge boost in pre-tax profit but this Fool…

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Up 700% in a year! Could this be the biggest US growth stock of 2025?

While Nvidia and Tesla dominate news headlines around the world, a lesser-known growth stock has posted higher gains than any…

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My £5-a-day starter plan to build a regular second income by 2030 and beyond

Mark Hartley outlines a strategy for investors to consider. Could it turn a spare fiver a day into a lucrative…

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Why’s Spirax Group a top-performing FTSE 100 stock this year?

Spirax Group's up 16% this year, beating all other stocks on the FTSE 100. But this Fool thinks there are…

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Here’s the forecast for the two highest-yielding dividend stocks on the FTSE 100

Mark Hartley looks at what the future holds for two of the UK's leading dividend stocks by yield. Do the…

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Is £500 enough for a stock market beginner to start investing in 2025?

Mark Hartley considers how much a beginner needs to start investing in the stock market and examines other factors to…

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Looking for FTSE shares to buy? Here are 2 to consider for long-term gains

This Fool considers how two low-risk and well-established FTSE shares could offer stability and growth during a period of market…

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This is the number 1 reason most people give up on their passive income dreams

Our writer investigates the reasons why many people abandon their passive income goals and how to overcome the common pitfalls…

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Don’t cry, diversify! Consider these assets to provide balance to a Stocks and Shares ISA

Diversification helps a portfolio sail more smoothly through volatile markets. Savvy investors often include a mix of assets in a…

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The 8% yield looks good but the Vodafone share price is still fighting for a recovery

Mark Hartley examines the reasons why the Vodafone share price continues to struggle and what this could mean for investors…

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The genie’s out the bottle! After the US invests $500bn, are Warren Buffett’s AI fears warranted?

The new Trump administration's going full speed ahead with AI development, bringing to light fears Warren Buffett highlighted almost a…

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With £5,000 in UK shares, how much passive income could an investor expect?

A big question for UK investors is how much to pump into shares with the aim of achieving meaningful passive…

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Growth potential? These FTSE 100 shares are trading below their intrinsic value

Our writer identifies two shares on the FTSE 100 that appear to be trading below fair value. However, digging deeper…

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£10k in Tesla shares would have returned $100 per day since the US election!

Tesla shares have soared since Trump won the US election and tipped CEO Elon Musk as a potential advisor. What…

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2 FTSE 250 stocks that could rally under the new Trump presidency

This Fool has identified two FTSE 250 stocks with US exposure that could reap rewards if the economy booms under…

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Here’s how ISA investors could aim for a second income of £3,000 a month

With so many UK residents already earning a second income from their Stocks and Shares ISA, here's a strategy for…

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Avoid these 2 mistakes that investors make with dividend stocks

Our writer examines the various pitfalls that new investors typically face when considering dividend stocks for passive income. 

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Preparing for profit: 3 ways investors could thrive in a stock market crash

The stock market can be a scary place for those who aren’t prepared. Our writer outlines three ways we might…

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Prediction: 2 FTSE shares that could outperform the S&P 500 between now and 2030

The S&P 500 may be revered for its spectacular growth in recent years, but Mark Hartley thinks these two FTSE…

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Aiming for passive income in 2025? Consider these 3 simple strategies

It’s now easier than ever to generate a passive income stream using the stock market. Consider three income strategies that…

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How much should an investor put in a Stocks and Shares ISA to return £50 a day?

This Fool is considering the passive income potential of a Stocks and Shares ISA and one stock he thinks is…

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P/E ratios under 5? Are these undervalued UK shares an opportunity to build wealth?

Most UK shares haven't achieved the exceptional growth of their US counterparts but the low valuations may offer an opportunity.

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1 stock to consider as inflation data sends the S&P 500 soaring

As US markets opened on 15 January, the S&P 500 soared by 130 points on positive inflation data. Our writer…

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AI thinks these could be the best FTSE 100 stocks to consider buying now

Can AI apps like ChatGPT really help investors pick winning FTSE 100 stocks? This Fool's impressed with the results but…

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3 million reasons why earning a second income is more important than ever

With AI posing a threat to UK jobs, our writer considers ways to earn a second income by investing in…

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With an 8% yield, is the second-largest FTSE 250 stock worth considering?

Our writer considers the value of the second-largest stock on the FTSE 250 with a £4bn market cap and a…

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Games Workshop share price falters on half-year results as fears of US tariffs loom

The Games Workshop share price suffered a dip this morning after releasing interim results. Is there more room for growth…

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