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Starting with very little, here’s how to target £367,965 from the stock market

Without access to a large upfront sum, it’s tempting to think that the stock market’s not for you. James Beard…

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Aviva shares: is this FTSE 100 dividend stock becoming something more?

Aviva still offers a hefty dividend, but Andrew Mackie explores why wealth, retirement and AI may be quietly reshaping the…

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How much is needed in an ISA to aim for a £125 passive income every month?

Those wanting to earn money from doing nothing should consider UK shares. But is it really possible to earn a…

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How much would I need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to earn £16,073 a year in second income?

This FTSE 100 income gem combines a strong yield with rising cash flow, creating exactly the sort of long‑term compounding…

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3 UK stocks tipped to outperform the S&P 500 in 2026

Mark Hartley weighs up the growth potential of three undervalued UK stocks that have been tipped by analysts to recover…

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At 48p, is IQE one of the best UK AI stocks to buy?

Investors the world over are scrambling to find stocks to buy for the AI boom today. Could UK-listed chip company…

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Lloyds shares look cheap around £1— but are investors overlooking the real story in the stock?

Lloyds' shares look very undervalued to me, with rising earnings and dividends creating a rare chance for savvy investors to…

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Seeking ‘safe’ dividends? This income stock’s raised payouts every year since 1997!

This FTSE 250 income stock looks on course to raise dividends for a 30th straight year. But what makes it…

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I’m targeting £22,491 in dividends a year from another £20,000 in this stunning FTSE 100 income share!

This FTSE 100 income share offers a huge yield and looks deeply undervalued, giving investors the chance of both rising…

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Rolls-Royce shares are up 1,334% in three years — so why am I buying more as soon as possible?

Rolls-Royce’s turnaround is accelerating fast, yet this FTSE 100 giant still trades at a steep discount to peers. Here’s why…

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Is Ferrari now a cheap stock to buy after the EV launch controversy?

Jon Smith talks through the move lower in Ferrari shares after its new car launch, but flags up why he…

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How much do I need to put into this FTSE 100 dividend star to target £11,874 a year in second income?

This FTSE 100 income heavyweight offers one of the most tempting yields in the market — and the long‑term potential…

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Will axing this 174-year-old brand boost Lloyds’ share price?

Lloyds' wide brand portfolio has helped its share price take off in recent times. But could one of them be…

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Value Shares

These FTSE 100 shares could deliver a £2,520 ISA income in 2026 at little cost!

With an average yield of 6.3%, these FTSE 100 shares could be brilliant passive income stocks to consider. Royston Wild…

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Looking to lock down your dividends? 3 passive income shares to consider

These passive income shares have almost 100 years of straight dividend growth between them. Royston Wild reveals what makes them…

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Here’s how someone could start investing this June for under £1,000

Our writer busts three common myths that keep some people dreaming rather than following through on their goal to start…

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Up 28% in weeks, could Tesla stock go even higher?

Never short of doom mongers, Tesla stock has nonetheless soared in recent weeks. Might it now merit a place in…

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See what £13,000 invested in GSK shares 3 months ago is worth today…

Harvey Jones was thrilled with the performance of his GSK shares, but lately it's all gone a bit flat. Could…

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Where might Lloyds shares go in June? Let’s ask the experts

Lloyds shares could be heading for a quiet spell ahead of first-half results. It seems like a good time to…

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The passive income reality: what no one tells you about making money while you sleep

Mark Hartley takes a sobering look at the real effort required and numerous risks to consider when targeting a passive…

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What’s the right age to think seriously about a SIPP?

If you reckon a SIPP's something you can put off thinking about until you're older, you may be missing out…

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Are BP’s boardroom struggles a good argument for buying Shell shares instead?

When faced with a decision between buying BP or Shell shares, Harvey Jones decided to take a contrarian approach. So…

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Will the FTSE 100 crash in June?

Harvey Jones examines what's likely to drive FTSE 100 performance over the next month and picks out a tempting but…

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Here’s how you could use a £10k Stocks and Shares ISA to try and target a £982 annual passive income

Christopher Ruane explains why waiting a few years could potentially mean even bigger passive income streams from a Stocks and…

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1 ex-penny share that could almost double from here, according to this broker

Ben McPoland asks whether this dividend-paying travel booking platform, which used to trade as a penny share, is worth checking…

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Here’s why Greggs shares have been struggling – and may be undervalued!

Christopher Ruane sees lots of reasons that help explain why investors have cooled on Greggs’ shares in recent years. But…

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2 hot FTSE 100 shares brokers are tipping for June

One of these FTSE 100 stocks has had a storming run, while the other’s suffered a weak 12 months. Analysts…

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2 top AI robotics stocks to consider above Tesla

Ben McPoland highlights a pair of stocks not called Tesla that he thinks could beat the market over time as…

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3 UK stocks that could be acquisition targets in June

Takeover bids have been sending several UK stocks higher recently. But, as Stephen Wright notes, investors need to tread very…

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1 S&P 500 laggard I’m keeping on a short leash inside my Stocks and Shares ISA

This software leader’s been struggling in our writer's Stocks and Shares ISA. Why does Wall Street fear AI will destroy…

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Does this UK stock meet Warren Buffett’s investment criteria?

Rightmove shares are 44.72% off their highs. Does the FTSE 100 stock have what Warren Buffett reportedly looks for in…

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Give up smoking and build an ISA worth £1,719,823?!

Investing little and often can help build an impressive Stocks and Shares ISA. But is it really possible to become…

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What the bond market’s trying to tell investors about stocks

The stock market continues to hit new highs. But do investors need to pay attention to a warning signal coming…

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How much is needed in a Stocks and Shares ISA to beat the UK State Pension of £12,548?

The State Pension is currently £241.30 a week. James Beard looks at how one popular investment vehicle could help provide…

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Here’s why I’m bullish about a Rolls-Royce-style recovery for Diageo shares

Despite losing more than half their value over the past five years, Mark Hartley sees a bright future for Diageo…

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Own Legal & General shares? It’s dividend payday on Thursday!

Legal & General shares have been trending upwards but still sport a mountainous dividend yield. Why’s this FTSE 100 stock…

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How much do you need in an ISA to earn a £1,750 monthly passive income?

Harvey Jones crunches the numbers to show how much an investor requires in a Stocks and Shares ISA to build…

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The biggest mistake investors make with a SIPP

Andrew Mackie explores what really drives long-term SIPP wealth — and why time may matter more than many investors realise.

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I bought HSBC shares in May. Shall I buy more in June?

Harvey Jones is delighted with his recent purchase of HSBC shares and now he's wondering whether to buy another chunk…

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At 52-week highs, here’s why these FTSE stocks might continue surging

Paul Summers takes a closer look at a couple of white-hot FTSE stocks. What's behind the magnificent momentum in their…

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