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These are my top FTSE 250 REITs for earning passive income from dividends

The 90% profit distribution rule applied to REITs makes them an attractive option for dividend investors. Here are two of…

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A 10% dividend yield? There could be significant potential here to earn a second income

Mark Hartley delves into the finances and performance of one of the top-earning dividend stocks in his second income portfolio.

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Top FTSE 100 shares poised to benefit from artificial intelligence in 2025

While US investors are tripping over themselves to grab the latest AI stocks, our writer looks for opportunities closer to…

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Considering a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025? Here’s why they’re so popular in the UK

For those new to investing, a Stocks and Shares ISA can be a great place to start. Our writer explains…

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This US growth stock just hit a trillion-dollar market cap! What next?

After soaring 24% in a single day last week, this US growth stock has catapulted past a $1trn market cap.…

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£3k in a savings account? It could be earning more passive income elsewhere

While pondering the falling interest rates on savings accounts, our writer considers how a portfolio of reliable stocks could earn…

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2 precious penny stocks that could offer a golden opportunity!

Like the early gold rush days, penny stocks have a strong allure, offering an opportunity to be a part of…

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Down 50% with a 6.5% yield, is this massive S&P 500 stock a screaming buy?

Our writer considers the prospects of a once-massive S&P 500 stock that's fallen out of favour and now has a…

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Is there an opportunity in this recovering FTSE 250 media company? Barclays thinks so!

Barclays put in an Overweight rating on Future stock after the FTSE 250 company posted positive full-year results last month.…

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Investors can start building towards a £10k second income with just £5 a day!

A fiver a day seems like a small price to pay for a potentially lucrative second income later in life.…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I plan to avoid like the plague in 2025

Mark Hartley identifies two FTSE 100 shares he wouldn't go near in 2025, explaining why their fundamentals don't align with…

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3 ways to harness the wisdom of Warren Buffett when stock picking

Warren Buffett's known for his wise words on investing and his track record's testament to his success. Our writer draws…

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Considering an ISA for retirement? Here’s how investors could aim for £2,000 a month with dividend shares

Our writer outlines how a well-balanced portfolio of dividend shares in an ISA could lead to a decent stream of…

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These are the 3 top-yielding FTSE 250 stocks in my passive income portfolio

Mark Hartley explains why these three mid-cap stocks make good additions to his passive income portfolio, despite lacking the stability…

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3 stock market pitfalls for beginners to look out for

When investing in the stock market it's easy to fall foul of these three big mistakes. Our writer considers some…

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The Diploma share price looks like it’s hit a ceiling. What can we expect in 2025 and beyond?

After the weak results last month, analysts are no longer optimistic about Diploma's share price. Our writer considers its future.

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Up 26% this week! Could this FTSE 250 share soar over the next year?

There could be a lot of potential in the mid-cap stocks of the FTSE 250. After a major City bank…

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2 undervalued UK shares to consider buying before Christmas

With Christmas around the corner, the retail market is expected to enjoy a huge inflow of revenue. Here are two…

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Up 40%! Is it too late for me to grab some shares of this skyrocketing FTSE 100 giant?

With the share price soaring, our writer’s kicking himself for not buying this FTSE 100 share when he reported on…

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After plunging 55%, does this stock’s eye-watering 10% yield offer a lucrative second income?

Mark Hartley is enticed by the potential second income offered by this FTSE 250 dividend stock. But is the falling…

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Here are the dividend forecasts for 2 passive income stocks to consider this December

These passive income stocks offer some of the highest dividends on the FTSE at almost double the market average! Is…

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An 8% yield and P/E ratio of 4.5! Surely this FTSE 250 stock deserves more attention?

I recently bought shares in the lesser-known FTSE 250 bank stock OSB Group. Here's why I think it makes a…

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Here’s how I’m investing in dividend shares to aim for long-term wealth

Our writer plans to turn investments in dividend shares into a retirement pot by implementing a structured, long-term approach.

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2 dividend-paying FTSE shares that could benefit from the AI revolution

Our writer examines two dividend-paying FTSE shares and explains some of the opportunities and risks he sees in their exposure…

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Why I choose to invest in individual stocks rather than an index fund

Our writer examines the differences between stock picking and investing in index funds and why he feels there’s more to…

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If I’d invested £10,000 in a FTSE 100 index fund 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

The FTSE 100’s recent performance isn't quite what it was back in the 90s. But it still hosts several fantastic…

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The Compass Group share price looks ready for growth after positive 2024 results

The Compass Group share price is up 4% today following positive full-year results. Our writer considers its prospects in 2025…

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What will happen to the stock market in 2025? Here’s what the experts say

The UK stock market did well at the start of this year but has faltered towards the end. Our writer…

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5,000 shares of this UK dividend stock could net me £1,700 a month in passive income

Our writer calculates the passive income he could earn from holding a significant number of shares in this powerful dividend-paying…

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Will this lesser-known £28bn growth stock be joining the FTSE 100 soon?

As the powers that be plan a reorganisation of Footsie listing rules, this massive under-the-radar growth stock could find its…

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Here’s how I’d use a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA to help build generational wealth

Discover how our writer would aim to turn a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA into a sizeable nest egg by…

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How’s the dividend forecast looking for Legal & General shares in 2025 and beyond?

As a shareholder, I like to keep track of the potential dividend returns I could make from my Legal &…

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It’s up 27% with a P/E of 9! I’m considering the potential of this blossoming penny stock

Despite several years of losses, this UK penny stock has an impressive valuation. I’m looking to see if it could…

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Nvidia share price dips despite strong Q3 results. What can we expect now?

Despite posting strong Q3 results after yesterday's market close, the Nvidia share price slipped 2.5% in aftermarket trading. Mark Hartley…

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With 2025 on the horizon, what’s the dividend forecast for Rolls-Royce shares?

As 2024 rolls to an end, our writer considers the forecast for Rolls-Royce shares after the company reinstated dividends earlier…

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After a solid set of results, is it time to buy this FTSE 100 dividend giant?

I've been looking at FTSE 100 tobacco giant Imperial Brands after it posted impressive full-year results yesterday.

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It’s big! It’s yellow! But is this FTSE 250 stock a safe place to store my capital?

After viewing its half-year trading update yesterday, this FTSE 250 storage giant left our writer considering whether to invest in…

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This skyrocketing US growth stock has put all others to shame — including its core investment!

Up 461% this year, the spectacular growth of this US tech stock is leaving all others in the dust. But…

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The latest stock market dip has handed me a fantastic opportunity to grab some cheap shares in renewables!

Mark Hartley considers the advantages of the recent stock market dip by shopping for green shares. Could today's bargain price…

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A 5% yield? Here’s the dividend forecast for Tesco shares through to 2027

Tesco shares have had a good year and the company looks on track to continue increasing dividends, with a potential…

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