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£5,000 invested in the FTSE 100 5 years ago is now worth…

13 October, 2025 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

For some clever stock pickers, a £5,000 investment in the FTSE 100 five years ago is now worth over £76,000!…

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How much do you need in a Stocks & Shares ISA to retire early?

12 October, 2025 | Dr. James Fox

More Britons should be using the Stocks and Shares ISA. It’s an incredible vehicle for building wealth, earning a passive…

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‘FTSE 100 to reach 10,172!’ What are the best stocks to consider buying before the surge?

12 October, 2025 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Updated analyst forecasts predict more growth’s on the horizon for the UK's flagship index. But which stocks could benefit from…

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£3,000 in savings? Here’s how it could be used now to start buying shares – and earning passive income!

11 October, 2025 | Christopher Ruane

Here's how someone with no stock market experience could begin buying shares on a limited budget, whether aiming for growth,…

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3 UK shares that could surge in 2026 if the Bank of England cuts rates

11 October, 2025 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Bank of England could cut interest rates further in 2026. Here, Zaven Boyrazian explores which UK shares could benefit…

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Want to aim for a second income of £2,095 a month? Here’s how…

11 October, 2025 | James Beard

Our writer looks at how a newbie investor could try and aim for a monthly four-figure second income. And he…

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Here’s Warren Buffett’s advice as stocks reach record highs

11 October, 2025 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm following Warren Buffett's advice in 2025 to try and beat the market even as stocks reach new all-time highs.…

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By 2026, a £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA could be worth…

11 October, 2025 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The last 12 months have seen some lucky Stocks and Shares ISAs surging from £20,000 to £86,200! But could these…

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Is it time to consider making my SIPP greener?

11 October, 2025 | James Beard

Our writer makes a confession about his Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) and then considers what options he has to try…

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3 great growth, dividend, and value shares from the FTSE 100 index!

11 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 index boasts a huge range of quality stocks that demand close attention. Royston Wild picks out three…

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How much should you put in an ISA for a monthly passive income of £2,000?

11 October, 2025 | Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a passive income. Dr James Fox explains how an investor can leverage their resources and…

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BT’s share price is tipped to rise 11% over the next year! Can it?

11 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

Can BT's recent recovery continue, or will sales problems hold back its share price? Royston Wild takes a look at…

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How much money do you need in an ISA to earn a £30,000 passive income at 55?

11 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

The tax benefits and versatility of the Stocks and Shares ISA can make it a powerful wealth builder over time.…

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How much money do I to put into need in an ISA for £1,000 in passive income each month?

10 October, 2025 | Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for Britons to build wealth and take an income from their…

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Up 55% since April, is the Nasdaq about to crash spectacularly?

10 October, 2025 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

The tech-focused Nasdaq index has delivered extraordinary returns for investors lately. Could the bull market be about to end badly?

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Here’s the best time to start a SIPP

10 October, 2025 | Dr. James Fox

The SIPP is a great vehicle for taking control of your retirement. Dr James Fox explains how it can be…

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3 reasons why gold prices could keep soaring!

10 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

Gold prices have surged in 2025. Here Royston Wild explains why they could keep climbing, and discusses an ETF investors…

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How to add alternative investments like gold, private equity, and property to a Stocks and Shares ISA

10 October, 2025 | Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a Stocks and Shares ISA, it’s possible to gain exposure to all kinds of asset classes including commodities, property,…

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FTSE 100 vs S&P 500: which offers me better value right now?

8 October, 2025 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith puts on his thinking cap when deciding whether it's better to allocate funds to the UK or the…

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As gold prices hit $4,000, here are 3 hot ETFs to consider

8 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

Gold ETFs are going gangbusters as prices of the yellow metal reach new heights. Royston Wild reveals three to consider…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA for a tax-free income of £1,000 a month?

8 October, 2025 | John Fieldsend

The tax advantages of a Stocks and Shares ISA are very good indeed. How much needs to be stumped up…

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5 FTSE 100 stocks I’m considering buying for my SIPP – and this one’s top of the list!

8 October, 2025 | Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones picks out five FTSE 100 shares he's preparing to add to his Self-Invested Personal Pension over the coming…

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Growth stocks vs income stocks: the pros and cons

8 October, 2025 | Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley breaks down the key differences between growth and income stocks — and why the best investors often hold…

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These 3 UK stocks are rumoured to be takeover targets

8 October, 2025 | Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

More than 40 UK stocks have been takeover targets so far in 2025. Could these three be next and are…

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As gold stocks surge, here’s a FTSE 100 share I’m considering buying

8 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild explains why gold stocks remain an attractive asset class, and reveals a FTSE 100 mining stock on his…

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10 reasons why the FTSE 100 could hit 10,000 by Christmas!

7 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

The FTSE leading index of UK shares has just reached record peaks above 9,500 points. Can it keep going? Royston…

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Lift off! 2 soaring FTSE 100 stocks to consider in 2025

7 October, 2025 | Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 stocks have enjoyed stunning price gains of 109% and 262% so far this year. Royston Wild thinks…

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The FTSE 100 index just made history!

6 October, 2025 | Ben McPoland

The FTSE 100 index is on fire, rising day after day despite the gloomy economic backdrop. What's going on? This…

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Down 33% in 6 months, am I stupid for thinking this FTSE 250 stock is good value?

6 October, 2025 | Jon Smith

Jon Smith explain why one FTSE 250 share has caught his eye after a sharp fall means it could be…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a £1,750 monthly retirement income?

6 October, 2025 | Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones shows how building a balanced portfolio of FTSE 100 picks inside a Stocks and Shares ISA can transform…