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Aviva Plc (LSE: AV.)
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As Aviva releases another hot update, have I left it too late to buy more shares?

Aviva's operating profit surged 22% in the first half, driving its shares to fresh multi-year highs. So is it too…

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The Aviva share price does it again! Just how high can it go?

The only way is up for the Aviva share price after today's strong half-year results, but Harvey Jones wonders just…

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Starting with £100k, how long would it take to build a million-pound SIPP?

Harvey Jones shows how long it would take an investor to build a SIPP or ISA worth a cool £1m,…

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£10,000 invested in Aviva shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

We've been told that 'elephants don't gallop'. But someone forgot to tell Aviva shares! Paul Summers looks at just how…

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How many Aviva shares do investors need to buy to aim for a £10,000 passive income?

Aviva shares have reached their highest point since 2008, but the dividend yield continues to outpace the FTSE 100. How…

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Aiming for a £5,000 second income? Here’s how much you need to invest

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down how much money investors need to start earning a £5,000 second income, and one stock that…

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Forecast: see where the electrifying Aviva share price and dividend may go next

The Aviva share price has been putting on a show and the income is pretty dazzling too. Harvey Jones wonders…

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At a 17-year high, could the Aviva share price still offer value?

Over the past five years, the Aviva share price has more than doubled -- and now is at its highest…

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3 income-rich UK shares I’m comfortable to hold until 2035

When thinking in terms of income, these high-yield UK shares offer a blend of stability, longevity and growth potential.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks to consider for passive income growth that crushes the market!

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Here are the latest dividend yield forecasts for Legal & General, Aviva, and M&G shares

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Frequently Asked Questions

Investing in large insurance businesses is often regarded as safe. The steady stream of capital from policyholders provides ample cash flow to cover liabilities while also fuelling an investment portfolio to deliver growth.

That’s arguably why the Aviva share price has a history of relative stability, making it ideal for income investors. However, the inability to correctly judge the quality of policyholders before issuing insurance can quickly start building up bad clients, potentially compromising the precious cash flow.

Investors need to consider these risks before making an investment decision.

Yes. Aviva shares pay a cash dividend at an average 52% payout ratio. Dividends were temporarily postponed in early 2020 but were resumed before the end of the year. The stock has two years of consecutive dividend growth.

Aviva shares pay out a dividend twice a year, in April and August.

Aviva shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange. They can be bought from any investment account that provides access to this exchange platform.