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Down 22% with a P/E of 9, is Hikma one of the best passive income picks right now?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley digs deeper to uncover the real story behind Hikma Pharmaceuticals' big price drop, and whether it presents a…

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Meet the stock that I think could be the FTSE 100’s next Rolls-Royce

| Stephen Wright

Rolls-Royce shares have been one of the main forces driving the FTSE 100 to 10,000. But which stocks can take…

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Prediction: Diageo’s restructuring strategy will send its share price higher

| Stephen Wright

Diageo’s plan to revive its share price is a tried-and-tested strategy that UK investors have seen work for other companies…

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Here’s the forecast for the BAE share price and dividend in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

The BAE share price has risen in recent weeks as geopolitical tensions have risen on the US capture of Venezuela's…

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The S&P 500 looks risky, but I’m still buying this stock

| Stephen Wright

The S&P 500 looks both unusually concentrated and unusually expensive. That’s a bad combination, but are there still buying opportunities?

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I asked ChatGPT for a FTSE stock that could help me quit the 9-to-5. It said…

| Ben McPoland

Our writer turned to AI to help him filter through all the options on the London Stock Exchange. Which FTSE…

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Building a second income from UK stocks: how much is needed?

| Mark Hartley

Our writer gets out his calculator and does the maths to figure out how much a British investor should add…

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Are these some of the best UK shares to buy now?

| James Beard

James Beard examines two UK shares that are among the FTSE 100’s worst performers. Might they be hidden gems ready…

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I’ve bought more Diageo shares for my retirement portfolio. Am I mad?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Diageo shares have fallen more than 50% from their highs. And at current levels, Edward Sheldon sees scope for attractive…

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2 top fintech stocks to consider buying for an ISA

| Ben McPoland

There are dozens of financial technology stocks to consider buying for a portfolio today. Why does this writer like these…

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Here’s how a stock market crash could help you retire years earlier

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A stock market crash is quite unpleasant – but for the well-prepared investor, it’s a rare and wonderful opportunity to…

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If a 55-year-old puts £1,000 a month into a SIPP, here’s what they could have by retirement

| James Beard

A Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is a brilliant way to build a nest egg for a more financially secure retirement.…

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Looking for cheap shares? This could be among the most undervalued in the FTSE 100

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains why he's picked a sports/fashion retailer as a notable cheap stock and outlines various valuation metrics to…

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2 top income stocks for January 2026, according to experts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores the latest income stock picks for January from the analyst team at AJ Bell. Are these recommendations…

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How many BP shares do I need to buy for £500 a month in passive income?

| James Beard

The UK stock market is stuffed full of dividend shares. But how many of this ever-present FTSE 100 legend are…

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Forget Rolls-Royce shares! This UK growth stock is tipped to rise 47% by 2027

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights a fast-growing stock that City analysts are universally bullish on. Might it be a hidden gem today…

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1 surging ex-penny stock to buy for the defence-spending revolution?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This under-the-radar business is quietly surging as defence spending booms. So much so, after already almost tripling, it's now no…

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State Pension fears? 3 cheat codes that could help you retire in comfort

| Royston Wild

Want to boost your chances of hitting your retirement goals? Consider these investing tips to protect yourself from a meagre…

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8.3% and 8.5% yields! Here’s 1 of my favourite FTSE income stocks

| Royston Wild

Legal & General shares are hugely popular with passive income investors. Want to know why? Royston Wild explains what makes…

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Here’s how to invest £5,000 in an ISA for a £700 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian reveals a hidden strategy to start earning a chunky passive income without falling into painful high-yield income traps.

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2 magnificent investment trusts to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2026

| James Beard

At the start of the new year, James Beard takes a look at two (or maybe it should be 128)…

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How much do you need in an ISA for a £5,000 monthly second income?

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for building wealth and earning a passive income. Dr James Fox…

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Are Lloyds shares still a bargain at £1?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have crossed the £1 mark for the first time in 15 years. Dr James Fox explores whether the…

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Prediction: in 2026 red-hot Tesla stock could turn £10,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock is up 44% over the past six months, but it's a notoriously choppy investment. Dr James Fox takes…

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Prediction: analysts think the BT share price will increase by 7% this year, but it’s not simple…

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price has jumped around a lot in recent years with investors uncertain as to where fair value…

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Here’s how to try and build a £2k-per month SIPP to boost the State Pension

| Dr. James Fox

The State Pension is pretty pitiful, leaving many retirees reliant on personal savings or additional pensions to maintain a reasonable…

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£10,000 invested 2 years ago in IAG shares is now worth…

| John Fieldsend

IAG shares have taken off since the low point of the pandemic. John Fieldsend looks into how much a stake…

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Why I think Greggs shares could be good value in 2026

| Ken Hall

Greggs shares have hit a rough patch of late, but Ken Hall investigates if there's actually a high-quality growth and…

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How big an ISA do you need to target £2,000 a month of passive income?

| Christopher Ruane

Is it possible to earn a couple of thousand pounds per month in passive income from an ISA? Our writer…

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By January 2027, £1,000 invested in Diageo shares could be worth…

| John Fieldsend

How much might a stake in Diageo shares be worth by next January? Here's what the analysts expect for the…

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Why Nvidia stock might not be the best AI share to buy for 2026

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out some key reasons why Nvidia stock might struggle to outpace rivals this year, while stressing that…

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2 FTSE shares that could keep riding this commodities boom

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith runs through some FTSE shares linked to the precious metals mining space that are soaring due to rising…

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After strong earnings, is Diploma still one of the UK’s top growth stocks?

| Stephen Wright

Investors trying to find quality growth stocks don’t have to look beyond the FTSE 100. But is that where the…

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Why a £250K ISA won’t replace your salary – but could still transform your retirement

| Andrew Mackie

What could a £250,000 ISA really do for you? It won’t retire you overnight, but it could reshape your income,…

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The BIGGEST holding in my stocks and shares ISA in 2026 is…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian reveals the largest holding in his Stocks and Shares ISA that’s already surged by almost 2,700% since he…

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Here’s how you could build a £23,455 second income with just £100 a month!

| Royston Wild

Drip-feeding money into growth and dividend shares can eventually deliver a stunning second income in retirement. Royston Wild explains how.

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I’d back these FTSE stocks will deliver double-digit growth in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 has reached all-time highs above 10,000, but that doesn't mean there aren't once-in-a-decade bargains to pick up…

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Here’s the forecast for the HSBC share price and dividends in 2026!

| Dr. James Fox

HSBC's share price was a big riser in 2025 as investors became increasingly bullish about an earnings super-cycle within the…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy Marks and Spencer shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Marks and Spencer shares endured a selloff after a cyberattack punches a hole in the company's sales and earnings. A…

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How much do you need in an ISA for £1,618 of monthly passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how Britons could use the Stocks and Shares ISA to build a portfolio that can deliver…

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