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Here are my top US stocks to consider buying in 2026

The US remains the most popular market for investors looking for stocks to buy. In a crowded market, where does…

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£20,000 in excess savings? Here’s how to try and turn that into a second income in 2026

Stephen Wright outlines an opportunity for investors with £20,000 in excess cash to target a £1,450 a year second income…

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Is a 9% yield from one of the UK’s most reliable dividend shares too good to be true?

Taylor Wimpey’s recent dividend record has been outstanding, but investors thinking of buying shares need to take a careful look…

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I asked ChatGPT for its top passive income ideas for 2026 and it said…

Stephen Wright is looking for passive income ideas for 2026. But can asking artificial intelligence for insights offer anything valuable?

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The stock market might crash in 2026. Here’s why I’m not worried

When Michael Burry forecasts a crash, the stock market takes notice. But do long-term investors actually need to worry about…

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Is this FTSE 250 retailer set for a dramatic recovery in 2026?

FTSE 250 retailer WH Smith is moving on from the accounting issues that have weighed on it in 2025. But…

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UK shares look cheap — but the market might be about to take notice

UK shares have traded at a persistent discount to their US counterparts. This can create huge opportunities, but investors need…

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This FTSE 100 growth machine is showing positive signs for a 2026 recovery

FTSE 100 distributor Bunzl is already the second-largest holding in Stephen Wright’s Stocks and Shares ISA. What should his next…

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Stop missing out! A Stocks and Shares ISA could help you retire early

Investors who don't use a Stocks and Shares ISA get all the risks that come with investing but with less…

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The best time to buy stocks is when they’re cheap. Here’s 1 from my list

Buying discounted stocks can be a great way to build wealth and earn passive income. But investors need to be…

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Should I invest £20,000 in this FTSE 100 heavyweight to target a £1,740 second income?

An 8.7% dividend yield from an established FTSE 100 company looks like a golden opportunity to earn a second income.…

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Passive income? Here’s the real magic of owning dividend shares

Dividend shares can be great investments. But the secret to success comes from looking past the cash the company pays…

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£5,000 invested in a FTSE 250 index tracker at the start of 2025 is now worth…

Despite underperforming the FTSE 100, the FTSE 250 has been the place to find some of the UK’s top growth…

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2 of the most compelling passive income strategies for 2026

Selling 'covered calls' could generate cash for investors in a stock market crash. But that’s not Stephen Wright’s top passive…

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Up 136%, is this under-the-radar growth stock the UK’s hottest opportunity for 2026?

Amcomri has only been on the market a year, but it’s been one of the UK’s top growth stocks and…

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High yields and low prices: why I think UK shares offer value you won’t find elsewhere

Stephen Wright thinks the stock market's discounting UK shares at the moment. And that could mean opportunities for investors who…

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£5,000 invested in this FTSE 100 stock at the start of 2025 is now worth over £7,500

Games Workshop's been one of the top-performing FTSE 100 stocks of this year. But does an expanded valuation multiple mean…

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Here’s my Stocks and Shares ISA strategy for 2026

Stephen Wright weighs up the merits of adding new names to his Stocks and Shares ISA vs doubling down on…

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Forget high yields? Here’s the smart way to build passive income with dividend shares

Stephen Wright outlines how investors looking for passive income can put themselves in the fast lane with dividend shares.

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15,446 Diageo shares gets me a £1,000 monthly second income. Should I?

Diageo has been a second-rate income stock for investors over the last few years. But the new CEO sees potential…

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I asked ChatGPT whether it’s a good time to buy stocks and it said…

One strategy for investors concerned about an AI-induced crash is to think about buying stocks that are likely to recover…

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With a 3.2% yield, has the FTSE 100 become a wasteland for passive income investors?

With dividend yields where they are at the moment, should passive income investors take a look at the bond market…

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Should I add this dynamic FTSE 250 newcomer to my Stocks and Shares ISA?

At first sight, a UK bank that’s joining the FTSE 250 isn’t anything to get excited by. But beneath the…

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After a 66% fall, this under-the-radar growth stock looks like brilliant value to me

Undervalued growth stocks can be outstanding investments. And Stephen Wright thinks he has one in a company analysts seem to…

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A rare buying opportunity for a defensive FTSE 100 company?

A FTSE 100 stock just fell 5% in a day without anything changing in the underlying business. Is this the…

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Simplify your investing life with this one key tip from Warren Buffett

Making moves in the stock market can be complicated. But as Warren Buffett points out, if you don’t want it…

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Has the Rolls-Royce share price gone too far?

Stephen Wright breaks out the valuation models to see whether the Rolls-Royce share price might still be a bargain, even…

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Could UK shares protect you in a stock market crash?

As well as long-term return potential, attractive valuations mean UK shares might offer investors protection if share prices fall sharply.

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I asked ChatGPT how much Tesla shares are worth and it said…

Stephen Wright asked the latest OpenAI model to value Tesla shares. The answer it came up with was either terrifying…

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Is a dividend cut coming for Diageo shareholders?

Does a new CEO with a reputation for drastic action mean passive income investors need to reconsider Diageo shares as…

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Can you turn £1,000 into £708,548 by investing in the stock market?

A 9.8% annual return has been achievable in the stock market in the past. But what do investors have to…

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Want a second income? These dividend stocks could help with the heavy lifting

High yields and strong track records might mean UK investors looking for a second income don’t have to look too…

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3 stocks I’m looking to buy in the next crash

A market crash can provide a chance to buy quality stocks without the premium price tags. But it’s important to…

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I’m hoping for big returns from these small-cap UK stocks

Stephen Wright is betting on increased volatility making for better long-term returns with a pair of small-cap UK growth stocks.

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Is this the beginning of the end for the Nvidia share price?

Stephen Wright raised concerns about the Nvidia share price at the start of the year. Is his prediction finally starting…

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2 stealthy growth stocks I’ve got my eye on in December

AI uncertainty sent growth stocks all over the place in November. But Stephen Wright has his eye on some longer-term…

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10% yields! These dividend stocks are on sale in December

Investors looking for potentially lucrative dividend stocks can find a lot 'on sale' at the start of December. But are…

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How much passive income can you earn with £20,000?

Changes to dividend taxes mean a Stocks and Shares ISA is more valuable than ever for investors looking to earn…

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Were these FTSE 250 stocks the real winners from the Autumn Budget?

After the Chancellor’s announcement this week, investors sent the FTSE 250 higher. But are they focusing on the right stocks?

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Meet the UK defence stock I’m looking at for my Stocks and Shares ISA in December

Stephen Wright has his eye on a defence company that isn’t Rolls-Royce or BAE Systems for his Stocks and Shares…

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