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3 top passive income shares to consider with dividend yields above 5%

Our writer highlights three high-yield UK stocks -- two from the FTSE 100 and one from the FTSE 250 --…

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Here’s how a 40-year-old with no SIPP today could have one worth over £1,153,000 by age 67       

Christopher Ruane explains why it's a case of better late than never when it comes to trying to build retirement…

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How much might £19,999 in a Stocks & Shares ISA be worth by 2036?

Looking to create substantial wealth for retirement? Royston Wild explains why you should consider focusing on the Stocks and Shares…

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Here’s how much I think Lloyds shares will be worth by the end of 2027

Predicting where Lloyds' shares might go is trickier than not-so-cyclical stocks with less economic exposure, but Alan Oscroft has a…

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How much would you need invested for a second income that covers council tax?

Council tax bills are rising, but could a portfolio of dividend stocks generate enough of a second income to help…

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Here’s how much passive income £20k in the stock market could be earning right now…

Christopher Ruane considers what sort of passive income the stock market might generate in 12 months for an investor with…

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£20k in an ISA? How FTSE 100 shares could turn that into a £20,623 second income

Looking to target a healthy second income with a Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild reveals a key strategy he…

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£500 buys 643 shares in this penny stock, expected to grow earnings 75% this year!

You can get a lot of shares for your money with a penny stock. But an attractive valuation is what…

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How much would I need to invest in these FTSE 100 dividend gems for a £29,061 ISA passive income?

Looking for ways to make a large and dependable passive income? Consider building a portfolio of FTSE 100 shares in…

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Forget SpaceX shares! I’d rather buy these FTSE 100 growth heroes

SpaceX shares might be grabbing the limelight. But Royston Wild thinks these FTSE 100 growth stars might be better shares…

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£500 buys £173 shares in this 7.7%-yielding income stock!

Got a small lump sum to invest? James Beard takes a closer look at a FTSE 100 income stock with…

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This stunning FTSE 100 dividend stock just doubled my money in 3 years – time to buy more?

Harvey Jones hails a brilliant dividend stock that has delivered bags of share price growth as well. Is this company…

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Which UK stocks have the most to lose (or gain) in an Andy Burnham government?

Stephen Wright considers which UK stocks might lose out under a Burnham premiership — and finds one that might quietly…

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£10,000 in either of these FTSE 250 gems could net around £800 in passive income. But which to pick?

Mark Hartley pits two 8%-yielding FTSE 250 dividend stocks against each other. But when it comes to long-term income, which…

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How to target a tax-free passive income of £1,275 a month on top of your State Pension

Harvey Jones shows how investing regular sums in a Stocks and Shares ISA will give you a much better retirement…

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How much do you need in a SIPP to target a stunning £750.75 weekly passive income?

Harvey Jones shows how building wealth in a SIPP can transform retirement so that you're earning as much as the…

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Why I’m not scared of a stock market crash

Find out why this writer isn't concerned about one particular company in his portfolio, even if there is a severe…

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Here’s how Rolls-Royce shares, SpaceX, and the AI trade are all connected — and what it means for investors

Amid a shocking AI sell-off, some unexpected stocks may benefit. Mark Hartley looks at why he thinks Rolls-Royce shares could…

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Up 10.7% today, this under-the-radar FTSE 250 stock still looks good value to me

Ben McPoland has been banging the drum for this FTSE 250 growth share all year long. Why did it just…

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Down 8.4% in a week! How far could the Shell share price fall?

A potential US-Iran peace deal has put the Shell share price under pressure. Just how much further could shares in…

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£2,636 invested in this red-hot FTSE 250 tech stock 3 months ago is now worth…

This FTSE 250 tech stock has nearly tripled in 2026. Ken Hall investigates after a double-digit share price correction this…

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Down 37% but fighting back! Is this FTSE 100 share now set for a stunning recovery?

Investment trust 3i's share price has leapt by double-digits after fresh news from retailer Action. But is the FTSE 100…

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My favourite FTSE 100 stock just jumped 10% but still trades at a massive 25% discount!

Harvey Jones is thrilled to see this top FTSE 100 stock heading the leaderboard, because it's one of his biggest…

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Why boring is often best when targeting a second income from the stock market

Tech hype has taken a hit this week, highlighting why second income portfolios often benefit more from 'boring' stocks. Mark…

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Down 21% and on a P/E of 17, this world-class S&P 500 stock looks on sale to me

Ben McPoland thinks there's a rare opportunity to snap up this super-profitable S&P 500 stock while it's down by almost…

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Down 45% from its highs, is this 1 of the best stocks to buy right now?

Shares in Accenture crashed last week on signs of AI disruption. But Stephen Wright has a different services business on…

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After a 160% rally, major brokers still see more gains for Barclays shares. Here’s why

“What goes up must come down”, they say – but these brokers don’t believe that’s the case for Barclays shares.…

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How to avoid the new 22% tax on your Stocks and Shares ISAs!

The government is introducing a new 22% tax on savings in Stocks and Shares ISAs. But my family will never…

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How to turn a £20k ISA into a £12,000 yearly second income

Our writer explores how an investor could build a five-figure second income from a relatively modest starting investment.

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1 REIT could turn a £20,000 ISA into annual passive income of £1,580

Ben McPoland highlights an ultra-high-yield REIT from the FTSE 250 index that he thinks will generate ISA income for years…

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Forget SpaceX shares! This US space stock looks a lot more attractive to me

Jon Smith talks through a space stock that he believes could perform better than SpaceX shares this year, with a…

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A handful of 5%+ yielding UK shares worth considering for a Stocks and Shares ISA

This selection of UK shares all offer a dividend yield north of 5%. Our writer thinks they merit consideration for…

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As SpaceX stock plunges below its opening price, is it time to dump Scottish Mortgage shares?

Many investors felt they'd missed out when the SpaceX stock price rocketed. But have we just seen the quickest reversal…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £9,999 second income that rises every year?

Harvey Jones shows how it's possible to generate a second income entirely free of tax, by investing in a spread…

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Up 665% in a year, can the Ceres Power share price keep going?

The Ceres Power share price has had a brilliant run. Our writer sees some factors that can help explain it…

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1 FTSE stock tipped to handily outdo Rolls-Royce shares by 2027

This FTSE 100 blue-chip has dropped 23% in recent months, offering a potentially more lucrative opportunity than Rolls-Royce shares.

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How will the new changes to the Stocks and Shares ISA affect you?

New rules on how we can use stocks ISAs are coming into force. Royston Wild digs into the detail and…

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Up 16% in a day! Here’s why shares in this FTSE 100 dividend machine are soaring!

As Segro shares rocket higher after a takeover bid from the US, what should dividend investors who own the stock…

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At 109.5p the Lloyds share price just hit an 18-year high! What should investors do?

Harvey Jones knew the Lloyds share price was doing well, but didn't realise it was doing so well. Can the…

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Burnham as the next PM matters more for the FTSE 250 than FTSE 100. Here’s why…

Jon Smith explains why the change in Downing Street could cause volatility in the FTSE 250, and outlines one stock…

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