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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in January [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Recently released: December’s lower-risk, higher-yield Share Advisor recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Ice ideas will usually offer a steadier flow of income and is likely to be a slower-moving but more stable…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Recently released: December’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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Just released: our top 3 small-cap stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Small-cap shares tend to be more volatile than larger companies, so we suggest investors should look to build up a…

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Just released: the 3 best growth-focused stocks to consider buying in December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: our 3 top income-focused stocks to consider buying before December [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Our goal here is to highlight some of our past recommendations that we think are of particular interest today, due…

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Just released: November’s higher-risk, high-reward stock recommendation [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Mark Rogers

Fire ideas will tend to be more adventurous and are designed for investors who can stomach a bit more volatility.

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2 top ETFs for growth and dividend shares!

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best growth and dividend shares to consider buying? Purchasing them in an ETF can be a great…

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3 dividend stocks with the biggest FTSE 100 yields. Should I buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores the largest dividend yield opportunities in the FTSE 100 today. Is this a screaming buying opportunity for…

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Prediction: the Diageo share price won’t rebound significantly in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains why he's still underwhelmed by the prospects of this drinks giant. He doesn't see the Diageo…

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3 sectors powering the FTSE 100 in 2026 — and how investors can benefit

| Mark Hartley

As the FTSE 100 continues its rise, Mark Hartley looks at the three sectors driving growth and two stocks with…

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£10,000 invested when the Rolls-Royce share price bottomed out is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price is still red hot, having surpassed everybody's expectations over the past three years. Dr James Fox…

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Prediction: analysts think the AstraZeneca share price will do this in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

The AstraZeneca share price has risen to all-time highs over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox wishes he had…

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I asked ChatGPT for the best FTSE stocks to buy at the end of January! Here’s what it said…

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE is still a great place to pick up bargain shares, but what does ChatGPT think? Dr James Fox…

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Prediction: analysts think the IAG share price should be worth this much…

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price has pulled back since the beginning of the year as geopolitical tensions pushed oil prices towards…

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Prediction: in 2026 the rather sad Greggs’ share price could turn £20,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

The Greggs share price continues to suffer. Dr James Fox thinks this was inevitable with little love for the company…

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3 ways a SIPP can turbocharge your retirement savings

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the benefits of SIPPs for retirement saving and highlights a growth-oriented investment worth considering.

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Could buying NIO stock be like investing in Tesla a decade ago?

| Christopher Ruane

NIO stock has been going nowhere fast lately. But as sales at the electric vehicle maker boom, should this writer…

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Here’s how you could turn the stock market into a £1,055 monthly passive income machine

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith discusses how a portfolio with a generous 7% average yield could be targeted, and points out a specific…

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Forget Lloyds: I just bought shares in another bank

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds shares are rising at the moment. But Edward Sheldon believes that this bank stock will provide better returns in…

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If the stock market crashes in 2026, there’s 1 S&P 500 stock I’ll buy

| Ben McPoland

The S&P 500 index is home to loads of world-class businesses. So why does one healthcare robotics stock stand out…

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What could £10,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA be worth 10 years from now?

| Stephen Wright

The long-term average annual return from a Stocks and Shares ISA has been around 9.5%. But how can investors look…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to generate enough passive income for a ‘comfortable’ retirement?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

An investment ISA can be a very effective retirement saving account. But how much money do you need to create…

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New to investing? Here’s how to find passive income opportunities

| Stephen Wright

The stock market's a great place to look for passive income opportunities. But there are a few things to keep…

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How much would I need invested in an ISA to earn £2,317 a month in passive income?

| Andrew Mackie

I ran the numbers to see what it takes in an ISA to earn £2,317 a month, showing how disciplined…

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Why I bought the dip on this FTSE 250 stock this week

| Stephen Wright

Despite some uninspiring results, Stephen Wright thinks this FTSE 250 firm with a market value of just £2bn is looking…

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Should I buy this dividend stock with a 7%+ yield?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer look at a struggling high-yield dividend stock that could be getting ready for an impressive…

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As Warren Buffett retires, what have been his best pieces of advice to investors?

| James Beard

After six decades in charge of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett stood down at the end of last year. But what…

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3 brilliant funds for passive income in the UK

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With these three funds, an investor could potentially build a well-diversified passive income stream with a very healthy yield.

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Here are the best dividend-focused stocks to buy right now, according to experts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian highlights a couple of dividend-focused stock picks from institutional analysts that could deliver impressive results in 2026.

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Move over FTSE 100 banks, there’s value in smaller lenders

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox has been a big bull on FTSE 100-listed banks in recent years, but now believes investors can…

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With a 7.2% yield, is now the time to buy this dirt cheap stock?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores a FTSE 250 company that’s fallen into dirt-cheap- stock territory. Could this be an exciting turnaround investing…

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I asked ChatGPT for the best income stocks to buy in 2026 and here’s what it said…

| Dr. James Fox

Income stocks are popular among investors seeking to build a dividend-focused portfolio that supports their investment goals and lifestyle.

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Cheap UK growth stocks: a once-in-a-decade chance to go bargain-hunting

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones picks out some FTSE growth stocks that have struggled lately, but offer investors a brilliant opportunity to get…

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How much do you need in an ISA for a passive income that beats the State Pension?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in UK shares can offer a lucrative path for generating passive income. Zaven Boyrazian shows how investors can aim…

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I asked ChatGPT to design the ultimate 5-stock passive income ISA – here’s what I got 

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is looking for FTSE dividend stocks to help him generate a passive income in retirement, and decided to…

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I bought 1,267 shares of this REIT for a £157 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

One of my favourite dividend stocks in my passive income portfolio right now is a REIT with a 6.3% yield…

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I asked ChatGPT if it’s best to buy UK dividend shares in an ISA or SIPP and it said… 

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones says UK income stocks offer brilliant dividend yields but wonders whether it's more tax-efficient to buy them inside…

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Here’s how to invest £5,000 in an ISA for a 7.4% dividend yield

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In January 2026, there are 73 stocks in the FTSE 250 that pay a dividend yield of 4% or more.…

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5 huge risks to Lloyds shares in 2026!

| Royston Wild

Lloyds' shares have surged over the last year, moving through £1 in the process. But does this mean FTSE 100…

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4 pros and cons of buying Diageo shares in 2026!

| Royston Wild

Diageo shares are trading at their cheapest for more than a decade. Does this make the FTSE 100 stock a…

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£200k in savings? Here’s how to instantly unlock a £17,200 second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Hundreds of thousands of people in the UK have over £200,000 of savings that could be used to instantly start…

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Prediction: analysts reckon the Marks and Spencer share price could soar 25% in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

The Marks and Spencer share price lost all of its momentum in 2025 after a cyberattack crippled online sales. Now,…

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2 cheap dividend shares to consider for passive income in 2026

| Ben McPoland

Looking for passive income ideas for a Stocks and Shares ISA? Our writer highlights two income opportunities from the FTSE…

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Is £300 enough money to start buying shares?

| Christopher Ruane

Is it really possible to start buying shares with a few hundred pounds? Christopher Ruane thinks so. Here are a…

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3 reasons buying UK shares can produce a huge passive income stream

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane likes owning UK shares to try and generate passive income. Here are three reasons he sees serious potential…

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Prediction: here’s how much analysts think Rolls-Royce shares will be worth in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares surged in 2025, compounding growth experienced in previous years. Dr James Fox explores expectations for 2026.

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