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2 beaten-down UK shares to buy in an ISA before they recover?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even near-record highs, some UK shares are still lagging badly. But could these two beaten-down names already be starting their…

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Is it all over for this FTSE 100 darling — or could investors be writing it off too soon?

| Andrew Mackie

Andrew Mackie explores whether momentum in a leading FTSE 100 stock is fading — or if investors are underestimating what…

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Prediction: by 2030, £5,000 invested in the S&P 500 could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Bank of America all disagree on where the S&P 500 will be towards 2030. Here's…

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Should I invest in the FTSE 100 or FTSE 250?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 250 has underwhelmed investors over the last five years, but some of its stocks have nonetheless massively outperformed!…

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£1,000 invested in the FTSE 100 in May 2021 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 100 has delivered a 76.8% return in five years. That's impressive, until you see what this telecoms giant…

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How to invest £300 a month in UK stocks to target a £30,076 annual passive income

| John Fieldsend

What do investors need to be aware of when investing in UK stocks for a passive income? Our author explains…

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After plunging 60% is this FTSE 100 stock star now a generational bargain?

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones is pinning his hopes on one of the cheapest FTSE 100 stocks of all finally staging a recovery.…

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£12,000 saved in a Cash ISA 10 years ago is now worth…

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones says the Cash ISA struggles to beat inflation and anyone keen to build long-term wealth should consider investing…

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How much do you need in an ISA for £20 a day of passive income in retirement?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley simplifies the stress and complexities around building passive income in retirement, focusing rather on a basic, daily amount.

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Does a SIPP really offer free money? What about an ISA?

| Christopher Ruane

When people talk about a SIPP giving them free money, what exactly are they talking about? Our writer explains some…

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Is the market about to crash? Maybe, so I’m hunting defensive stocks to buy

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley isn’t taking any risks. As global unrest shakes the market, he’s identifying the type of stocks to buy…

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This FTSE 100 star just hit £15 in my Stocks & Shares ISA for the first time since 2021!

| Ben McPoland

Should investors consider scooping up this rocketing FTSE 100 stock to get SpaceX exposure? Perhaps, but there are risks ahead.

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Will AI cause the stock market to crash or surge?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are concerns that AI could crash the stock market. But what if the technology actually led to a powerful…

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Fancy growing a Stocks and Shares ISA by 561% in 20 years? Just invest half as well as Warren Buffett!

| Christopher Ruane

Doing even half as well as the Sage of Omaha could make a Stocks and Shares ISA a potential long-term…

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Here’s how £250 could be used to start buying shares this May

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane outlines why and how someone with a few hundred pounds to spare and a yearning to start buying…

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£1,000 buys 1,408 shares in this penny stock that’s making a roaring comeback in 2026 due to AI growth

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This penny stock was out of favour for a long time. However, the company has pivoted to AI solutions and…

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See what £10,000 invested in the S&P 500 some 40 years ago is worth today

| Harvey Jones

Harvey Jones shows how much money long-term investors have made from the S&P 500. And highlights a brilliant FTSE 100…

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With a +20% price target, are Barclays shares the best buy in the FTSE 100?

| Alan Oscroft

FTSE 100 bank shares have had a brilliant run, though they're being held back by fears of Iran conflict fallout.…

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How big does an ISA need to be to replace the State Pension?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The State Pension pays £12,547.60 a year. But with the right ISA strategy, a 40-year-old could match it and potentially…

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After a 1,390% gain in 5 years, is it time to move on from Nvidia stock?

| Stephen Wright

Nvidia reported strong earnings this week, but the stock went nowhere. Is that a sign it’s time for investors to…

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How to turn a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA into a second income over time

| Andrew Mackie

Andrew Mackie looks at how time and compounding can turn a stocks and shares ISA into a meaningful second income.

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Why I like buying REITs for passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Private landlords are squeezed by tax hikes and red tape. But REIT investors can earn rental income tax-free in an…

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1,892 shares of this UK dividend stock earn me £175+ in monthly passive income. Should I buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After nearly 35 years of rising dividends, buying 1,892 shares of this FTSE chemicals giant is enough to unlock a…

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How much do I need in an ISA to earn a £700 monthly second income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Index investors need £274k to earn a £700 second income each month. But with the right dividend stocks, they could…

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Is inflation about to cause a stock market crash?

| Stephen Wright

The smart money thinks inflation is the biggest threat to the stock market right now. What should investors do to…

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£500 buys 729 shares in this 7.3%-yielding income stock!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Card Factory's 7.3% yield looks mouth-watering. But with margins squeezed and consumers cautious, is this income stock a hidden gem…

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Warren Buffett’s firm bought 39,809,456 shares in an airline. Here’s why that could be a smart move

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett’s record when investing in airlines isn’t good. So why is Berkshire Hathaway buying shares in Delta? Stephen Wright…

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32% of my SIPP is invested in these 3 magnificent UK stocks

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm building a dividend growth machine inside my SIPP, and these three top-notch UK stocks now make up a third…

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How much passive income would you need on top of the State Pension to retire comfortably?

| Andrew Mackie

Andrew Mackie explores how investors could boost retirement income beyond the State Pension through passive income investing.

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Is this dirt-cheap FTSE gaming giant a top stock to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Playtech shares are near a 13-year low. But is this FTSE gaming giant a hidden gem or a value trap?…

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How big an ISA could generate a £300 weekly second income?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains how well-known dividend shares could potentially provide a practical way to try and build a meaningful second…

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3 top stocks to inject strong international growth into a SIPP

| Ben McPoland

Looking to add geographic diversification to a SIPP or ISA portfolio? Our writer gives three ideas that he thinks are…

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1 growth stock down 67% to consider buying for the next 5 years

| Ben McPoland

Despite crashing in recent months, this stock is still one to consider buying, according to Ben McPoland. But why has…

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How much would it take to supplement the State Pension up to £20,000 a year through ISA investments?

| Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley isn’t optimistic about surviving on the State Pension alone. He calculates how much extra income would be needed…

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After making a fortune on Tesla and SpaceX, Baillie Gifford is aggressively buying this growth stock that’s down 50%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Baillie Gifford identified the potential in Tesla stock early. Now, it’s targeting a little-known growth company that’s a leader in…

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Rolls-Royce shares have gone nowhere in 8 months. Is the rally over?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares have lost their momentum recently – over the last eight months they’re flatlined. Can they rally again or…

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1 for sorrow… 12 for wealth: lessons for investing in UK shares

| James Beard

To mark the launch of The Twelfth Magpie, James Beard looks at its famous rhyme to see if there are…

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Down 87.9% in 5 years, is this growth stock finally worth buying in May?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Nio shares are up 50% in 12 months but still down 87.9% from their peak. Is this beaten-down growth stock…

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Thinking of buying dividend shares to build passive income streams? 2 simple yet critical concepts you need to understand

| Christopher Ruane

Dividend shares can be a practical way for someone to try and build passive income streams. These two concepts are…

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How to invest £250 a month in FTSE shares to target a £10,000 passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

£250 a month in FTSE shares could unlock a £10,000 passive income in the long run. But this stock could…

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