This FTSE 100 stock is up 150% in the last 10 years. Can it continue?

This FTSE 100 stock is up 150% in the last 10 years. Can it continue?

Image source: Getty Images The FTSE 100 has a reputation for being steady, rather than spectacular, when it comes to investment returns. But Compass Group (LSE:CPG) might be an interesting exception. Including the dividend, the stock has returned over 10% per year on average during what has been an unusually challenging last 10 years. I […]

What’s The Big Frigin’ Difference?!

What’s The Big Frigin’ Difference?!

What’s The Big Frigin’ Difference?! Published February 22, 2025 12:01 AM PST George Clooney is stunned to see you on this mighty fine Saturday, so please take it easy on him … Can you track down George’s minor mishaps? No need to get cold feet, you’ve got this! Earlier this week in NYC, good ole’ […]

Could this 16.5%-yielder turn £10,000 into annual passive income of £34,995?

Could this 16.5%-yielder turn £10,000 into annual passive income of £34,995?

Image source: Getty Images High dividend yields need to be treated with caution. On paper, they could be excellent for passive income. But sometimes they’re too good to be true.  Let’s explore this by doing some maths. An investment of £10,000 in a stock yielding 16.5%, would generate dividends of £1,650 in year one. Assuming […]

Am I crazy to own all of these 9% passive income stocks?

Am I crazy to own all of these 9% passive income stocks?

Image source: Getty Images The UK stock market is popular with passive income investors for a good reason. There are lot of high-yield shares to choose from – and many of them have long track records of generous payouts. As an income investor my portfolio is full of dividend stocks. I don’t buy anything else. […]

3 reasons to consider a Stocks and Shares ISA over a Cash ISA in 2025

3 reasons to consider a Stocks and Shares ISA over a Cash ISA in 2025

Image source: Getty Images Cash ISAs remain popular. Looking at government figures, there’s currently around £300bn stashed away in these products. If one is serious about building wealth, however, a Stocks and Shares ISA could be smarter. Here are three reasons to consider this type of ISA instead in 2025. Investment funds One advantage of […]

Here’s the Lloyds share price forecast for the next 12 months!

Here’s the Lloyds share price forecast for the next 12 months!

Image source: Getty Images Despite fears over the UK economy, rising inflation, and worries over a fresh mis-selling scandal, the Lloyds (LSE:LLOY) share price continues to strengthen. At 66.7p per share, the FTSE 100 bank is up 21% since the start of 2025. This takes gains over the past year to a whopping 53%. Yet […]

How much money would investors need to target a £10,000 monthly passive income?

How much money would investors need to target a £10,000 monthly passive income?

Image source: Getty Images Different analysts will have their own opinions, but I’d suggest that £2.4m is just enough money to generate £10,000 a month. or £120,000 a year. That’s based on having £2.4m invested in stocks, debt, bonds or active savings that collectively pay an average of 5% annually. What’s more, when this money […]