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I asked ChatGPT if it’s better buy high-yielding UK stocks in an ISA or SIPP and it said…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones loves his SIPP, but he thinks a Stocks and Shares ISA is a pretty good way to invest…

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How much do you need to invest in dividend shares to earn £1,500 a year in passive income?

| Stephen Wright

As the stock market tries to get to grips with AI, could dividend shares offer investors a chance to earn…

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Dividend Shares

4 UK shares to consider buying with an average dividend yield of 10.64%

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out several UK shares from different sectors that have high yields, but could represent a good reward…

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FTSE 100 software stocks RELX, LSEG, Sage, and Rightmove have been hammered. What’s the best move now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last month, FTSE 100 software stocks have been crushed. Is it time to bail on the sector or…

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As the Vodafone share price falls 5% on Q3 update, is it time to buy?

| Alan Oscroft

The latest news from Vodafone has brought the recent share price spike to an end. Here's why it might be…

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Is the S&P 500 really that much better than the FTSE 100?

| John Fieldsend

Many believe the S&P 500 will outperform the FTSE 100 in years and decades to come. But is the US…

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Is the Shell share price still cheap after strong FY results?

| Alan Oscroft

The Shell share price has held up in a year of cheap oil, which brought a progressive dividend rise and…

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Alphabet’s $175bn bombshell just sent a message to the entire stock market

| Stephen Wright

Alphabet’s $175bn announcement has sent a big message to the stock market. Get ready investors, artificial intelligence isn't going away…

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A beaten-down tech stock at just 10.8x earnings… an ISA pick for February?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at one US technology stock that has vastly underperformed the rest of his…

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Prediction: in 12 months the battered Diageo share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

| Royston Wild

Royston Wild's taken a hit over the last year as Diageo's share price has crumbled. Can the FTSE 100 company…

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Is it time to consider stone-cold Greggs shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Greggs shares have experienced a well-publicised decline over the past two years and Dr James Fox isn't surprised. But have…

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How much does the average Briton need in an ISA for £5,000 of monthly passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a passive income. One popular route is buy-to-let investing, but Dr James Fox believes more…

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2 compelling FTSE 250 stocks tipped to grow 100% (or more) in the coming year

| Mark Hartley

Our writer considers two opportunities on the UK’s mid-cap FTSE 250 index that are forecast to double within 12 months.…

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Be greedy when others are fearful: 2 shares to consider buying right now

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett says investors should be greedy when others are fearful. So do falling prices mean it’s time to buy…

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Is Palantir still a millionaire-maker S&P 500 stock today?

| Ben McPoland

Palantir has skyrocketed in recent years, making savvy investors a fortune. With the S&P 500 stock down 32% since November,…

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Pennies from an all-time low, is the Aston Martin share price poised to rebound?

| Christopher Ruane

How can a business with a great brand and rich customer base keep losing money? Christopher Ruane examines the conundrum…

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With spare cash to invest, does it make more sense to use a SIPP or an ISA?

| Christopher Ruane

ISA or SIPP? That's the dilemma this writer faces when trying to decide how to buy shares. So, what sort…

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Are barnstorming Barclays shares still a slam-dunk buy?

| Harvey Jones

Barclays shares have had a blockbuster run but Harvey Jones now questions just how long the FTSE 100 bank can…

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5 steps to target a £5,000 second income

| Christopher Ruane

What would it really take to earn a second income of hundreds of pounds per month from dividend shares? Christopher…

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Is it madness to bet against the Rolls-Royce share price?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones wonders if the Rolls-Royce share price has flown too high, and it's finally time for investors to stand…

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A once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy quality UK shares?

| Stephen Wright

As some of the UK’s top shares of the last 10 years fall to record low multiples, is this the…

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As the FTSE 100 hits record highs, these top shares are still dirt cheap!

| Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 remains packed with brilliant bargains despite moving to new peaks. Royston Wild picks out two great cheap…

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The red-hot FTSE 100 index just did this for the first time ever

| Ben McPoland

The FTSE 100 index has risen in eight out of the past 10 years, and is off to a flying…

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Is this FTSE 100 behemoth a no-brainer AI stock?

| John Fieldsend

Some investors bemoan the lack of AI stocks on the FTSE 100. But one surprising Footsie giant is already making…

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I asked ChatGPT to create the ultimate £20k Stocks and Shares ISA and it chose…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones wondered what he would put in a Stock and Shares ISA if he was starting to invest from…

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Growth Shares

The Diageo share price looks seriously mispriced to me. Here’s why

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith's been watching the fall in the Diageo share price for some time, and explains why he feels now…

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How much income would an ISA need to match the State Pension?

| Andrew Mackie

Ever wondered what size an ISA portfolio is required to add up to as much as the State Pension? This…

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Dividend Shares

This REIT’s down 12% with a 9.58% dividend yield

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith highlights a REIT he thinks could be set for a long-term comeback as more people return to office…

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Dividend-paying UK stocks: a once-in-a-decade chance to grow wealth?

| Mark Hartley

Buying shares in companies that pay dividends can be a great way to earn income. And, right now, UK stocks…

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£1,000 buys 7,200 shares in this UK penny stock that’s tipped to rise 190%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Analysts believe this penny stock has the potential to soar over the next 12 months, or so. Could it be…

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Why ISA investors should consider these 3 stocks to buy for retirement

| Mark Hartley

With global markets heading for a volatile year, Mark Hartley identifies where retirement investors should look for stocks to buy.

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Is buying Diageo shares like Warren Buffett’s 1980s Coca-Cola bet?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With a new CEO at the helm and shares trading near a decade low, are Diageo shares a screaming Warren…

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Dividend yields up to 10%! 3 top REITs to consider for passive income

| Royston Wild

Looking for the best dividend stocks to buy in 2026? These top real estate investment trusts (REITs) might merit serious…

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Prediction: in 12 months the soaring BAE Systems share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

| Royston Wild

BAE Systems' surging share price means investors have enjoyed a total one-year return near 60%. The question is, can this…

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Here’s how UK dividend shares could help you retire years earlier!

| Royston Wild

Looking for ways to retire early? I know I am. Here are three top tips that could help you finish…

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By February 2027, £5,000 invested in Aviva shares could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

How much money will investors make by buying £5,000 worth of Aviva shares today? Zaven Boyrazian explores the latest expert…

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UK stock market outlook in 2026: finding fortune on the FTSE 100

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley identifies the many challenges the stock market faces in 2026 and how investors can better prepare for an…

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£1,000 buys 372 shares in this 8%-yielding dividend income stock!

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones thinks this FTSE 100 income stock's a brilliant way to generate income and growth over the longer run,…

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Dividend Shares

Which looks better value today, the FTSE 100 or S&P 500?

| Cliff D'Arcy

After strong gains for stock markets in 2023, 2024, and 2025, many shares appear overpriced. In particular, US equities look…

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The S&P 500 looks ominous right now, but…

| Stephen Wright

A glance at the S&P 500’s current valuation makes it look like a stock market crash might be coming. But…

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