LSE:AV. (Aviva Plc)

Aviva Plc (LSE: AV.)
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At £4.76, is the Aviva share price a steal? Here’s what the charts say!

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With its 7% dividend, should I be watching the Aviva share price?

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If I invest £17,000 in Aviva shares, how much passive income could I make?

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Aviva shares yield 7% and look like great value. I’d buy them today

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When could the Aviva share price break £5?

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Already 7%, could the Aviva dividend yield go higher?

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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.