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Aviva Plc (LSE: AV.)
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Should I increase my stake in Legal & General or buy great value Aviva shares instead?

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Aviva’s share price is tipped to rise 17%! Time to buy?

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Should I buy this FTSE 100 gem for second income before June?

This big-dividend FTSE 100 stock could make a decent addition to a diversified portfolio focused on generating a second income.

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Up 33%, is there any value left in Aviva’s share price?

Despite the recent rise, Aviva’s share price looks very undervalued to me, with strong growth prospects in view, and a…

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Here’s where I see the Aviva share price ending 2024

Insurance giant Aviva has been gaining momentum in recent times. But where could its share price end the year? This…

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Are Aviva shares in danger of a fresh price collapse?

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2 UK blue-chip shares that could soar as the FTSE 100 bull run begins

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Are Aviva shares one of the UK’s best investments today?

UK investors have been piling into Aviva shares recently. However, Edward Sheldon's wondering if he could get bigger returns elsewhere.

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£9,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d target a £24,451 passive income with FTSE 100 stocks

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Below £5, are Aviva shares the best bargain on the FTSE 100?

This Fool thinks that at their current price Aviva shares are a steal. Here he details why he'd add the…

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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.