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Ben McPoland

Ben is an investment writer who has been managing his own ISA and SIPP portfolios for over a decade. He focuses primarily on high-quality companies benefitting from powerful growth trends. His favourite investing quote comes from Peter Lynch: “The real key to making money in stocks is not to get scared out of them.”

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Investing Articles

Down 70%, is Fevertree Drinks a share to consider buying at 815p?

| Ben McPoland

Fevertree reported its 2025 earnings today and the investors liked what they saw. So is this a share to consider…

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£7,500 invested in Diageo shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Our writer wonders if Diageo shares are worth a look at a 14-year low, or whether this FTSE 100 spirits…

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As the stock market goes crazy, here’s a FTSE 250 share I’m thinking about buying

| Ben McPoland

The stock market has officially gone haywire, with the FTSE 100 entering correction territory today. Here's what I've got my…

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2 UK stocks to consider buying as Mounjaro and Wegovy take off

| Ben McPoland

Weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro are surging in popularity, making the following pair interesting stocks to think about buying today.

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2 top growth stocks to consider for an ISA in April

| Ben McPoland

The UK market is home to some fantastic under-the-radar growth stocks trading at very reasonable valuations. Here are two of…

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This UK investor made a fortune from gold and oil. Which FTSE 100 shares does he like now?

| Ben McPoland

The FTSE 100 has sold off recently, leaving some shares looking enticing, including this ultra-high-yield dividend payer.

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£5k left in a Stocks and Shares ISA? 2 top ETFs to consider buying in April

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights a pair of very different ETFs that he thinks could help generate long-term wealth inside an ISA…

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£10,000 invested in a SIPP on 7 April is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Our writer looks at how 10 grand invested in the FTSE 100 through a SIPP one year ago would have…

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2 S&P 500 tech titans to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA 

| Ben McPoland

Our writer sees a few blue chips from the S&P 500 that are worth considering for a Stocks and Shares…

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2 FTSE 100 blue-chips to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA before 5 April

| Ben McPoland

Looking for ideas for a Stocks and Shares ISA before the forthcoming allowance deadline? Ben McPoland highlights two FTSE 100…

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Jim Cramer is bullish on NIO stock at $5! Should I buy it for my ISA?

| Ben McPoland

NIO stock is trading 26% lower than a few months ago, despite just posting a historic quarter. It it time…

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£5,000 invested in Fresnillo shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Fresnillo shares have pulled back sharply from recent highs in the FTSE 100. Is this a chance to consider buying…

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Down 21% in less than 2 months, this FTSE small-cap stock’s worth a look today

| Ben McPoland

Despite rising 8% yesterday, this 177p growth stock from the FTSE AIM 100 Index is significantly lower than where it…

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£7,500 invested in Nvidia stock 18 months ago is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has run out of steam lately despite profits still soaring. Could this be a lucrative buying opportunity…

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Worried about a stock market crash? Here are 2 things you should know

| Ben McPoland

A stock market crash may look plausible, but it’s far from a done deal. Still, if markets do wobble, I…

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£7,500 invested in Aston Martin shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

With Aston Martin shares down 66% in 13 months and now trading for just 40p each, should I buy the…

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3 passive income stocks tipped to soar 41% (or more) by 2027

| Ben McPoland

One of these shares offering passive income is trading at a massive 79% discount to where City analysts think it…

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£20,000 in this ISA portfolio would generate £1,400 in passive income

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland presents a ready-made Stocks and Shares ISA portfolio containing five UK names that as a group currently yield…

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Want to invest in SpaceX, Revolut, and TikTok? Consider buying this FTSE 100 stock

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland thinks this FTSE 100 investment trust is a top stock to consider buying to gain exposure to the…

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2 excellent growth stocks to consider for a SIPP for the next 5 years

| Ben McPoland

Our writer thinks these two e-commerce/tech powerhouses trading cheaply are worth checking out for a SIPP portfolio right now.

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Investing Articles

£20,000 invested in a Stocks and Shares ISA on 7 April is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

The Stocks and Shares ISA is a proven wealth-building machine. But was one year ago a great time to be…

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares after the 9% dip?

| Ben McPoland

Up a mind-blowing 1,040% in five years, Rolls-Royce shares are taking a well-deserved breather. Is this my chance to be…

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This ultra-high-yield UK stock just cut its dividend by 50%! Time to buy?

| Ben McPoland

Normally a dividend stock cutting its payout in half is a sign to run for the hills. But does the…

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Will the Iran war cause a stock market crash? Here’s what history says

| Ben McPoland

History offers some reassurance to investors when it comes to geopolitical events and stock market crashes. Ben McPoland explains more.

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Meet the FTSE 100’s newest bank stock

| Ben McPoland

This FTSE 250 stock has skyrocketed nearly 900% over the past 60 months, earning it a place in the prestigious…

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This growth stock just rocketed 43% in my ISA! What the heck is going on?

| Ben McPoland

Despite surging 43% yesterday, this growth stock remains 65% lower than it was just five months ago. Is it worth…

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£210 drip-fed into this 6.8%-yielding UK stock could lead to a £1,000 second income 

| Ben McPoland

This FTSE 100 dividend stock has slumped nearly 11% inside two weeks, making it a worthy candidate to consider for…

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Here’s how much passive income 1,500 Tesco shares pay

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland explains why Tesco shares have rocketed in the past two years, and what that means for the passive…

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Why I’m not buying Tesla stock today

| Ben McPoland

Our writer finds CEO Elon Musk's vision of an autonomous future exciting. So why isn't he adding Tesla stock to…

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Will the Iran war trigger a stock market crash?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that's surging amid the current geopolitical instability and a jittery stock market.

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Here’s why I’m betting big on these 2 FTSE 100 stocks in the age of AI

| Ben McPoland

This pair of FTSE 100 stocks couldn't be more different. So why are they big positions in my Stocks and…

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Here’s what £150 a month in a Junior ISA could be worth by 2045…

| Ben McPoland

You might be surprised to learn by how large a Junior ISA portfolio could become inside 20 years from modest…

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3 top passive income stocks with yields above 5% to consider for a SIPP

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights a trio of excellent UK dividend shares that he thinks look set to pay passive income inside…

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1 high-flying investment trust to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland thinks this lesser-known trust is worth exploring for investors wanting geographic diversification inside a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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£1,000 buys 110 shares in this UK beverage stock that’s smashing Diageo 

| Ben McPoland

Shares of Tanqueray-maker Diageo are languishing at multi-year lows. So why is the stock behind this tonic water brand on…

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Why is the FTSE 100 suddenly beating the S&P 500?

| Ben McPoland

The UK's blue-chip index has been on fire over the past couple of years, helping it catch up to the…

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Up 79% in a year, this FTSE 250 stock still gets a resounding Strong Buy from analysts

| Ben McPoland

This under-the-radar growth stock in the FTSE 250 has been on fire over the past 12 months. Why are City…

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Here are 5 things Greggs shareholders just learned

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland takes a look at some key bits from Greggs' 2025 report. But with consumer spending still under the…

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2 growth stocks to consider buying for an ISA in March

| Ben McPoland

Here are two growth stocks I think are worth considering buying. Both have stumbled recently, even though the underlying businesses…

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£10,000 invested in Diageo and Rolls-Royce shares just 1 week ago is now worth…

| Ben McPoland

Diageo and Rolls-Royce shares headed in totally different directions last week. Which FTSE 100 stock looks worth considering today?

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