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FTSE 100 tips 10,000, finally! But this stock still looks dirt cheap

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox believes there are still plenty of undervalued stocks on the FTSE 100 despite the blue-chip index hitting…

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Can Natwest shares keep going up after their 262% rise?

| Christopher Ruane

Natwest shares have more than tripled in just five years -- and still offer an attractive dividend yield. Should Christopher…

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Could the next stock market crash be round the corner?

| Christopher Ruane

With an uncertain economic outlook and ongoing geopolitical risks, could we soon be looking at a stock market crash? Our…

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Can red-hot Babcock, Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems shares run rampant yet again in 2026?

| Harvey Jones

FTSE 100 defence stocks are flying again, led by BAE Systems shares, and Harvey Jones looks at whether they can…

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Want to try and beat Warren Buffett’s investment record? Here are 4 things to consider

| Christopher Ruane

Warren Buffett's long-term track record has been exceptional. Our writer thinks a small investor could still try to beat it!…

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How much do you need in FTSE 100 stocks to earn £10,000 passive income a year?

| John Fieldsend

The FTSE 100 has got off to a strong start in 2026. What kind of passive income might budding investors…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target £50 in daily passive income?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith explains that making passive income on a regular basis is achievable, and details a real estate investment trust…

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How you can aim to make £1,000 a year from dividend shares

| Stephen Wright

There’s more than one way to invest in dividend shares. But do investors really have to choose between strong growth…

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New year, same problems for this FTSE 100 stock?

| Stephen Wright

A big fall in Associated British Foods shares after weak Primark sales news has put the FTSE 100 stock in…

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Down again after Q4 results, is this the new normal for Greggs shares?

| Stephen Wright

Despite an acceleration in like-for-like sales growth, Greggs shares fell again after the firm’s Q4 update. But our author sees…

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Lloyds shares have risen 80% in a year. How many more do you now need to target £100 of monthly passive income?

| James Beard

Lloyds shares have historically been good for dividends. In light of the stock’s recent rally, James Beard considers whether this…

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If I could only hold 1 stock in my Stocks and Shares ISA it would be…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If Edward Sheldon could only invest in one company within his Stocks and Shares ISA he’d want a powerhouse of…

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Could a £250K ISA replace your salary? The numbers are revealing

| Andrew Mackie

Is a £250,000 Stocks and Shares ISA enough? This writer crunches the numbers and reveals why balancing growth and income…

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5 energy shares to consider buying, according to this billionaire investor

| Ben McPoland

Searching for cheap shares to buy that pay dividends? A master investor reckons the following energy stocks are worth a…

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How much do you need in a SIPP to target £5,000 a month of passive income in retirement?

| James Beard

An increasing number of people are using SIPPs to manage their own retirement funds. But how much is needed to…

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How large would an ISA need to be to deliver £3,580 per month in passive income?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley reveals how boring FTSE 100 shares may be the best choice for building a passive income stream with…

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£5,000 invested in these 2 UK shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley looks at the surprising success of two UK shares that straddle the line between growth and dividends. How…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target £1,101 monthly passive income?

| James Beard

Our writer explains why he thinks a Stocks and Shares ISA is a great way of investing in passive income…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to generate £2,000 a month in passive income?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

£2,000 a month in tax-free passive income could be a nice little cash flow boost. But how much capital's required…

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£500 buys 67 shares in this 7.4%-yielding income stock!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Got a small lump sum? Here’s one potentially overlooked FTSE 100 income stock offering a substantial dividend yield that keeps…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £513.75 monthly passive income?

| James Beard

Our writer reckons a Stocks and Shares ISA is a great way of building a second income. But what an…

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The State Pension will pay £12.5k in 2026. You can aim to double it by investing in a SIPP

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The State Pension is increasing but its still not enough on its own for an easy retirement. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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This UK penny stock’s already up 30% in the first week of 2026!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This UK penny stock's skyrocketed by over 130% in the last six months and continues to surge in 2026! But…

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Prediction: in 2026 the red-hot Nvidia share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

The Nvidia share price led the S&P 500 higher in 2025 with a 26% gain. This equated to a phenomenal…

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£20k to spare? 3 income stocks to target £1,640 of dividends in 2026

| Royston Wild

Looking for big dividends in the New Year? An investment in these income stocks, with an average 8.2% dividend yield,…

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In 2026, £5,000 invested in the stock market could grow to…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Index investors made £6,290 in 2025, but the stock market could deliver even bigger gains in 2026 for those smart…

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I asked ChatGPT for the most reliable dividend stock for a second income and this is what it said…

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith contrasts his dividend share pick with that of ChatGPT, and explains why both a good track record and…

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Prediction: in 2026 the red-hot Barclays share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

Barclays' share price outpaced the wider FTSE 100 in 2025, but can it do the same in 2026? Dr James…

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Dividend Shares

So the Lloyds share price made it past £1. Big deal. What next?

| Cliff D'Arcy

Believe it or not, the Lloyds share price is now almost double the lows it hit a year ago. But…

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Can you earn 8% a year by investing in the stock market?

| Stephen Wright

Investing in the stock market has been a better way of building wealth than owning cash or bonds. And there’s…

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Is the rampant Rolls-Royce share price about to smash the market again in 2026?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones thought the Rolls-Royce share price couldn't climb any higher, then someone lit another rocket under it. How long…

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Is this FTSE 100 stock a top dividend play in 2026?

| Ken Hall

Ken Hall takes a look at a popular FTSE 100 dividend stock that could be one for income investors to…

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What’s going on with Tesco shares?

| Stephen Wright

Tesco shares are down after underwhelming Christmas sales. But is this a temporary issue or a sign of a more…

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My ISA and SIPP stocks are off to a flyer in 2026!

| Ben McPoland

This writer's portfolio's had a great start to the year but which FTSE 100 stock in his SIPP portfolio is…

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I asked ChatGPT to name 3 brilliant passive income stocks for an ISA in 2026 and it said…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is on the hunt for some FTSE 100 dividend stocks to generate a second income from his ISA,…

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Can the National Grid dividend really keep up with inflation?

| Christopher Ruane

National Grid aims to grow its dividend in line with inflation. That grabs this writer's attention, but will he be…

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See what £10,000 invested in sensational Barclays shares 3 months ago is worth now…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is blown away by the recent performance of Barclay shares, and discusses whether they can continue to make…

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How much do you need in an ISA for a £2,027 monthly passive income in 2027?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones shows how regular investing can help build a high-and-rising passive income for retirement from a portfolio of FTSE…

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Is this FTSE 250 stock poised for a big recovery in 2026? Let’s discuss

| Ken Hall

Our writer Ken Hall looks at a recognisable FTSE 250 dividend stock which is under pressure but showing signs of…

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Glencore share price jumps 8% on Rio Tinto merger talks – copper is the real story

| Andrew Mackie

The Glencore share price is up on Rio Tinto talks headlines. Here’s what investors should know about copper, coal exposure,…

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