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£5,000 invested in this red hot FTSE 250 growth stock last month is now worth…

Mark Hartley likes the look of a British tech stock that’s driving massive growth on the FTSE 250. But are…

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How to invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target lucrative passive income for life

Mark Hartley outlines a strategy to use £20k a year in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for £4,000…

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How could the latest Barclays share buybacks impact investors?

After a further 26.7m in buybacks, Mark Hartley looks at how the development could impact the Barclays share price and…

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How a SIPP can save your retirement from an insufficient UK State Pension

I don’t know about you, but I’ll need more than a grand a month to get by in retirement. That’s…

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Is the S&P 500’s growth sustainable? Here’s what UK investors should watch

As major S&P 500 tech giants prepare to report earnings this week, Mark Hartley takes a look at the risks…

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Lloyds shares in the spotlight: how should investors navigate the latest drama?

Mark Hartley takes a look at the latest legal action that could impact Lloyds' shares going forward, and considers how…

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How much is needed in an ISA to target a £766.60 weekly passive income?

Mark Hartley details why monthly contributions combined with high-yield stocks can help achieve passive income equivalent to the median UK…

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After a 103% gain, this penny stock’s forecast to rise a further 106%. But will it?

Our writer was surprised to find this rallying penny stock's expected to grow even further, yet this one seems to…

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After a 77% rally, the BAE share price looks bloated. How should investors react?

Mark Hartley weighs up the pros and cons of holding on to his BAE shares after the recent price growth…

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Aviva’s share price has left rivals in the dust. Here’s why it’s still good value

Mark Hartley explains why he feels his Aviva shares continue to offer excellent value even after five years of rapid…

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5 years ago, £10,000 bought 9,827 Rolls-Royce shares. But how many would it buy now?

Without doubt, Rolls-Royce shares have been one of the UK's top success stories in the past five years. But what…

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Don’t miss this once-in-a-decade opportunity to profit from the stock market’s AI hype

Our writer considers a rare value opportunity that could emerge if AI hype leads to a siginficant stock market correction.…

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How to turn a Stocks and Shares ISA into £10k of annual passive income

Mark Hartley outlines a simple method of achieving a stable passive income stream from a Stocks and Shares ISA without…

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Here’s how Britons can invest in SpaceX on the FTSE 100

Mark Hartley takes a look at the various options available to UK investors keen on SpaceX exposure, and details one…

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Here’s how the HSBC share price reached an all-time high… and what might be next

HSBC’s record share price reflects a strong rebound in profits and investor confidence, but future gains may be bumpier from…

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How much should someone invest to target a £100 weekly second income?

Bringing in a second income can spell the difference between comfort or crisis when an emergency happens. Mark Hartley breaks…

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At 7,000 points, the S&P 500 looks bloated. How should investors navigate this market?

AI-hype may have ballooned the S&P 500 into the mother of all bubbles – but only time will tell. For…

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How the UK State Pension measures up against other countries — and why it’s not enough

Mark Hartley weighs the UK State Pension against other nations, revealing why it’s important for Britons to explore additional options.

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The Tesco share price is struggling to regain 500p even after strong results – where to from here?

Last week's results should have been a big boost for the Tesco share price, but it failed to rally. Mark…

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Just £200 a month invested in UK shares could target a passive income worth £30k

Regular monthly contributions into a portfolio of UK shares is one way to build towards a lucrative passive income stream…

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Here’s why SIPP investors love these 2 top UK dividend stocks

Mark Hartley explains the enduring popularity behind two UK dividend shares that feature frequently in SIPPs. Is the market right…

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BP share price forecast: can oil prices and buybacks push the stock higher in 2026?

With oil shocks and buyback uncertainty impacting the BP share price, Mark Hartley considers what the future holds for the…

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IAG share price vs budget rivals: which airline share looks better value in 2026?

Oil's driving market movements and few stocks are more exposed than airlines. Mark Hartley looks at where the value lies.

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SpaceX’s IPO threatens to leave the Tesla share price on the forecourt

As Elon Musk starts fuelling the engines for a SpaceX IPO, could the Tesla share price get left in the…

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Is a Stocks and Shares ISA really worth the effort? Here’s what the numbers say…

Mark Hartley breaks down the financial advantages a Stocks and Shares ISA can offer through its generous tax benefits. But…

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Young investors are taking the stock market on a rollercoaster ride. Here’s how retirees can buckle up

Mark Hartley reveals the volatile impact that younger investors are having on the stock market and how UK retirees can…

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The FTSE 100 looks a lot like the late ’90s. Are we heading for a 2000-style crash?

Those who remember the 1990s may also feel like history's repeating itself. Mark Hartley investigates how the FTSE 100 today…

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Is the Nvidia share price heading for trouble as AI datacentres face delays and cancellations?

Mark Hartley weighs up the impact that datacentre delays and a growing AI bubble could have on the Nvidia share…

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Yielding 7.5%, these 3 FTSE 250 dividend shares are a passive income investor’s dream

Mark Hartley breaks down a basic method of identifying FTSE 250 companies that could make good additions to a long-term…

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The State Pension alone won’t fund my lifestyle. Here are my top 5 retirement income picks

This Fool isn't relying on a State Pension alone for retirement, he's aiming to lock in a reliable passive income…

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Why is the S&P 500 up 7.5% this month? It may not be for the reason you think

Mark Hartley looks into the reasons why US markets are seeing a resurgence after a tough March, and eyes an…

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Up 17% this year, the BT share price looks good. But are these price swings sustainable?

With recent volatility overshadowing the dividend appeal, Mark Hartley investigates what's going on with the BT share price.

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Lloyds shares as we head into a new 2026 ISA season

Mark Hartley checks forecasts to see what income advantages Lloyds shares could add to an ISA portfolio over the coming…

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Considering an ISA in 2026? Before diving in, do these 3 things first

Always one to take the cautious route, Mark Hartley breaks down three critical steps investors should think about before opening…

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With prices forecast to soar 66% (or more), consider these 3 value stocks to buy for an ISA in 2026

While geopolitical unrest sends shockwaves through global markets, our writer uncovers three potential stocks to buy with promising growth potential.

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Up 50% in a month! Meet Quadrise, the soaring UK penny stock that offers an alternative to oil

Mark Hartley takes a closer look at a British penny stock that envisions a future less dependent on crude oil.…

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Dividends up 36% in 3 years! No wonder BAE Systems is a popular SIPP stock

Mark Hartley takes a closer look at the types of stocks that are popular in a SIPP, from mega-cap UK…

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1 penny stock I feel comfortable putting in a Stocks and Shares ISA

When picking assets for a Stocks and Shares ISA, penny stocks are usually low on the list. But I think…

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This FTSE 100 dividend hero once again tops AJ Bell’s most-bought list

After more than four decades of rewarding shareholders, Legal & General remains one of the most bought FTSE 100 stocks…

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Why did the Rolls-Royce share price open down 5.5% this week?

The Rolls-Royce share price was one of the FTSE 100’s biggest fallers as markets opened this week. Mark Hartley examines…

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