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3 UK shares I would buy and hold for the long term

| Ken Hall

Our writer believes these three UK shares have the market position and potential growth drivers to fuel long-term gains in…

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Could AI power National Grid shares significantly higher in the years ahead?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Artificial intelligence is going to lead to a surge in power demand in the coming years. So what does this…

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Dividend Shares

2 buy-and-forget dividend stocks that could make me a pretty second income

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith talks through two dividend stocks from the property and consumer staples sectors with a strong track record of…

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Investing Articles

FTSE shares just keep on rising! Here are 2 of my favourite for passive income

| Charlie Keough

Despite FTSE shares going on a rally, this Fool still thinks some look like bargains. Here are his favourites for…

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£11,000 in savings? I’d try to turn that into a £23,256 annual passive income — here’s how

| Simon Watkins

Investing a relatively small amount in high-yielding stocks and reinvesting the dividends paid can generate significant passive income over time.

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Investing Articles

Up 125% in 27 months, can this ‘old-fashioned’ FTSE 100 stock continue its good run?

| James Beard

Our writer considers the prospects for a FTSE 100 stock that’s operating in a market that’s been in existence for…

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Investing Articles

Growth stocks and discounted English wine: a match made in heaven?

| Dr. James Fox

Normally when we think of growth stocks, we think of tech and AI, but this English vineyard represents a really…

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Investing Articles

I’ve found the most popular FTSE share. But should I buy?

| James Beard

Our writer’s been crunching some numbers to identify the FTSE share that tops the popularity charts. But should he follow…

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Investing Articles

Up 33%, is there any value left in Aviva’s share price?

| Simon Watkins

Despite the recent rise, Aviva’s share price looks very undervalued to me, with strong growth prospects in view, and a…

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Investing Articles

I’m considering investing in this thriving FTSE 100 car marketplace

| Oliver Rodzianko

Cars and internet retail together make for an exceptional investment, and this FTSE 100 firm has captured the British market.

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Investing Articles

Admiral shares are an underrated passive income opportunity

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright thinks shares in the UK’s largest car insurance firm could be a better source of income than a…

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Investing Articles

This beaten-down ‘almost’ penny stock trades 180% below its target price! 

| Dr. James Fox

This penny stock’s been in the wars. Shares in AIM-listed Mulberry are down 55% over 12 months amid a downturn…

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Investing Articles

What happens if the BT share price drops below 100p?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price is close to 100p, and it hasn't traded below here since 2009. Dr James Fox takes…

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Investing Articles

Just released: May’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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Investing Articles

Why now could be the time to buy these recovering FTSE 100 growth shares!

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild is building a list of the FTSE's greatest shares to buy today. Here are two he thinks could…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA has two giant weeds in it. Should I pull them out?

| Ben McPoland

This writer has two massive losers inside his Stocks and Shares ISA portfolio. What's gone wrong? And is it time…

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7.5% dividend yield! 2 cheap passive income stocks to consider for a £1,500 payout

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild describes how large investment in these passive income stocks could provide a four-figure cash payout this year.

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Billionaires are selling Nvidia stock! I’d rather buy this AI share instead

| Ben McPoland

With billionaire investors now banking profits in Nvidia stock, our writer considers an AI share that still looks to be…

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3 shares that could soar as the UK stock market wakes from its slumber

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The UK stock market is on fire at the moment. If it keeps rising from here, Edward Sheldon reckons these…

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The FTSE 100 is on fire! 2 top shares I’d still snap up

| Ben McPoland

FTSE 100 shares as a whole might be setting records on a daily basis this month, but that doesn't mean…

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£11,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £15,080-a-year second income

| Charlie Keough

Buying dividend shares is how this Fool continues to build up his second income. With a lump sum of savings,…

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Value Shares

This undervalued FTSE 250 stock could do well in the AI boom

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

As chip producers build manufacturing plants and data companies construct data centres, this hidden gem in the FTSE 250 could…

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Investing Articles

Here’s where I see the Rolls-Royce share price ending 2024

| Charlie Carman

It was last year's top FTSE 100 performer, but where could the Rolls-Royce share price be headed by the end…

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This FTSE 100 stalwart has increased its dividend for 37 years! I’d buy it for an ISA today

| Charlie Keough

This Fool wants to make the most of the benefits an ISA provides. With an incredible dividend track record, he'd…

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Value Shares

Only 3 FTSE 100 stocks are near their 52-week lows right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After the FTSE 100’s recent surge, there aren't many stocks that are currently trading close to 52-week lows. But here…

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Investing Articles

An extra £50 every night while sleeping? It’s possible with dividend stocks!

| Mark David Hartley

Our writer dreams of having an extra £50 a day to blow on whatever takes his fancy, so he's devised…

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Growth Shares

The FTSE 100 might be flying but this stock is still undervalued

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith shows how he can still find undervalued FTSE 100 stocks to add to his portfolio despite the index…

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Investing For Beginners

Why this AI stock in the FTSE 250 looks cheap to me

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why a popular online marketplace is making use of AI and why the stock could outperform in…

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Why the Diploma share price is surging after a strong trading update

| Stephen Wright

The Diploma share price is up 7% after a strong earnings report. As the company keeps growing, is there still…

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Investing Articles

Why is the Vodafone share price below 70p when I think it should be 87% higher?

| James Beard

Our writer explains why he believes the Vodafone share price significantly undervalues the telecoms giant, before considering why others disagree.

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Investing Articles

Here’s where I think the Lloyds share price will be at the end of 2026

| James Beard

Having risen nearly 30% since January 2024, our writer considers what could happen to the Lloyds share price by 31…

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Investing Articles

Trading around all-time highs, is there any value left in Shell’s share price?

| Simon Watkins

With excellent Q1 results, a rising yield, and strong business prospects, Shell’s share price looks full of value to me,…

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This ex-penny stock has an 8.3% yield and recovery potential!

| Charlie Carman

This former penny stock has fallen 34% in a year, but a juicy dividend yield and the potential for a…

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Investing Articles

£10,000 of shares in this FTSE 100 dividend superstar can make me a £16,060 annual passive income!

| Simon Watkins

This FTSE 100 gem appears set for strong growth, looks undervalued to me, and pays a 9%+ dividend yield that…

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Investing Articles

No savings? I’d start off an empty ISA by considering these 2 dirt cheap dividend shares

| Kevin Godbold

Despite a resurgent UK stock market, its possible to find cheap-looking dividend shares, such as these that I’d consider now.

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Down 53% in a year! I reckon this oversold FTSE 100 stock is now ripe for a comeback

| Harvey Jones

This FTSE 100 stock has fallen out of fashion with investors, but Harvey Jones reckons the sell-off has gone too…

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How much second income would I get if I put £10k into dirt cheap Centrica shares?

| Harvey Jones

Centric shares have been looking incredibly cheap despite rocketing in recent years. Harvey Jones wonders whether this is an opportunity…

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If I’d invested £10k in AstraZeneca shares three months ago here’s what I’d have now

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is kicking himself for failing to buy AstraZeneca shares before the took off. Is there still a decent…

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Investing Articles

How I’d find shares to buy for an early retirement

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains some of the factors he considers when looking for shares to buy that could potentially help him…

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Why I’d snap up bargain UK shares to try and build wealth

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how he hopes to find high-quality UK shares selling at attractive prices, to help him build wealth…

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