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Ben McPoland

Ben is an investment writer who has published thousands of articles. He has been managing his own ISA and SIPP portfolios for over a decade, focusing on high-quality companies benefitting from powerful growth trends. His favourite investing quote comes from Peter Lynch: “The real key to making money in stocks is not to get scared out of them.”

Recent Articles

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Investing Articles

£20,000 in an ISA? Here’s how I’d aim to make £1,250 a month in passive income

| Ben McPoland

Our writer thinks one rare FTSE 100 stock could help drive an ISA portfolio higher, resulting in a sizeable passive…

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Investing Articles

Would it be madness to buy this FTSE stock smashed by Donald Trump’s team picks?

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland takes a look at one FTSE share inside his portfolio that has been battered lately due to a…

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Investing Articles

Could buying this stock with a $7bn market cap be like investing in Nvidia in 2010?

| Ben McPoland

Where might the next Nvidia-type stock be lurking in today's market? Our writer takes a look at one candidate with…

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Investing Articles

Is the S&P 500 going to 10,000 by 2030? This expert thinks so

| Ben McPoland

One stock market strategist sees animal spirits taking hold and driving the S&P 500 index even higher by the end…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 250 share has surged 20% in a month. Its P/E is still just 3.3. So should I buy?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer thinks this FTSE 250 stock remains enticing, with an ultra-low P/E ratio and an attractive yield. But why's…

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Investing Articles

2 Trump-hit stocks that look like golden opportunities for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Ben McPoland

This investor's weighing up a couple of world-class companies for his Stocks and Shares ISA after the US election sparked…

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Investing Articles

I’d buy this FTSE dividend share to target a lifelong second income

| Ben McPoland

Our writer thinks investing in dividend stocks from the UK stock market is the best way for him to generate…

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Investing Articles

1 stock set to gatecrash the FTSE 100 in 2025!

| Ben McPoland

Our writer considers a quality stock that's poised to join the FTSE 100 next year. Could there also be a…

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Investing Articles

Is the Rolls-Royce share price heading to 655p? This analyst thinks so

| Ben McPoland

While the Rolls-Royce share price continues to thrash the FTSE 100, this writer has a couple of things on his…

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Investing Articles

1 ISA mistake to avoid

| Ben McPoland

This commonly overlooked investing mistake can cost ISA investors tens of thousands of pounds over time. Here's how I'd try…

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Investing Articles

At $320, is Tesla now a meme stock?

| Ben McPoland

Since the summer, Tesla stock has shot skywards like a SpaceX rocket. But is it worth me taking the risk…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how many Tesco shares I’d need for £1,000 in passive income in 2025

| Ben McPoland

Tesco shares have been on fire since late 2022. This investor is wondering if now might be a good time…

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £5,000 in Greggs shares just 2 months ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

Greggs shares have suffered a double-digit decline since September, tempting this Fool to add to his position in the UK's…

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Investing Articles

Would it be pure madness to pile into the S&P 500?

| Ben McPoland

The S&P 500 is currently in the midst of a skyrocketing bull market, but valuations are stretched. Is there danger…

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Investing Articles

3 stock market mistakes I’d avoid

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explores a trio of things that can trip up investors who are new to the stock market. Each…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE stock is up 20% and set for its best day ever! Time to buy?

| Ben McPoland

This Fool takes a look at the half-year results from Burberry (LON:BRBY) to see if the struggling FTSE stock might…

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Investing Articles

£20,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into passive income of £903 a month

| Ben McPoland

Our writer shares one approach to passive income investing, spotlighting a quality FTSE 100 stock he recently added to his…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy more BAE Systems shares at 1,350p?

| Ben McPoland

BAE Systems shares have had a fantastic run since early 2022, yet still don't appear overvalued. Is it now time…

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Investing Articles

2 incredible growth stocks that just soared 25%+!

| Ben McPoland

This writer takes a look at a pair of top growth stocks that have rocketed 25% or more since the…

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Investing Articles

2 top shares I’ve bought for my Stocks and Shares ISA in November

| Ben McPoland

This writer reveals a pair of fast-growing businesses that he's recently added to his Stocks and Shares ISA for the…

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Investing Articles

1 ex-penny stock I’d buy for passive income

| Ben McPoland

This writer takes a look at one former penny stock that is trading cheaply and carrying a 4.7% forward-looking dividend…

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Investing Articles

After it’s rocketed 41% in 2 months, is it time I bought this FTSE 250 growth stock?

| Ben McPoland

One FTSE 250 stock has been on a tear lately, leaving this Fool wondering if now is the perfect time…

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Investing Articles

Rolls-Royce shares just fell 7%. Is it time to buy?

| Ben McPoland

This investor in Rolls-Royce shares takes a look at the FTSE 100 engine maker's trading update to see what caused…

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Investing Articles

Here’s a simple 5-stock FTSE 100 income portfolio with an 8.1% yield

| Ben McPoland

Considering and investment of £20k in these five FTSE 100 dividend stocks could potentially generate just over £1,600 in annual…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy Lloyds shares for the 6.1% dividend yield in 2025?

| Ben McPoland

This writer is wondering if he should add Lloyds shares to his income portfolio, despite the car finance mis-selling crisis…

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Investing Articles

Will Nvidia stock keep soaring? Here’s what the experts say

| Ben McPoland

Our writer takes a look at Wall Street's latest price targets for Nvidia stock, as well as the third-quarter earnings…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how I’d follow Warren Buffett to start building passive income in 2025

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland highlights one FTSE 250 firm with a strong competitive edge that he thinks can continue rewarding investors with…

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Investing Articles

Down 78%, is this once-hot AI growth stock set to explode like the Rolls-Royce share price?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer asks if he should invest in Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI) following the growth stock's massive recent decline.

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £25,000 into the FTSE 350 at the start of 2024, here’s how much I’d have today!

| Ben McPoland

Many FTSE shares have rebounded this year as interest rates look set to keep heading lower and market appetite for…

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Investing Articles

US election? 1 top FTSE 100 share I’d buy no matter how the stock market reacts

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights a share he feels comfortable owning long term, no matter how the stock market behaves on the…

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Investing Articles

Unlocking a £111k yearly second income starting with a £20k ISA!

| Ben McPoland

Taking advantage of a tax-free account to invest in stocks is a smart way to build towards a substantial future…

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Investing Articles

Diageo: time for me to sell this FTSE 100 stock before 5 November?

| Ben McPoland

As the US election draws ever closer, our writer is wondering what to do with this struggling FTSE 100 stock…

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Investing Articles

After crashing 13% in a day, is Smith & Nephew now a ‘no-brainer’ value stock?

| Ben McPoland

This FTSE 100 share plunged today, leaving our writer to wonder if there's an enticing value stock staring him right…

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Investing Articles

If I bought the iShares FTSE 100 ETF, here are the stocks I’d get

| Ben McPoland

Some investors will have this FTSE 100 index ETF in their portfolios. But what's in it exactly, and would I…

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Investing Articles

Coca-Cola HBC: a top UK stock I’m buying after a very strong Q3

| Ben McPoland

Coca-Cola HBC (LON:CCH) is a UK stock on the move today. This writer digs into the FTSE 100 firm's Q3…

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Investing Articles

After it drops 13.5% in a day, is it time I bought this S&P 500 growth stock?

| Ben McPoland

The Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY) share price fell by double digits in the S&P 500 today, leaving this Fool debating whether…

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Investing Articles

With a P/E of 7.5 and a 6.8% yield, are HSBC shares a steal?

| Ben McPoland

After rising 89% since September 2021, HSBC shares are currently just off a six-year high. But do they still offer…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy GSK shares at £14 after the Q3 trading update?

| Ben McPoland

This writer thinks GSK shares appear very cheap after the Q3 results, making him wonder if now's the time for…

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Investing Articles

If I put £20,000 into the FTSE 100, how much passive income would I get?

| Ben McPoland

Our writer highlights a UK bank stock that he'd favour over the entire blue-chip index if he were aiming for…

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £5,000 in Tesla stock 6 months ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

Our writer looks at the half-yearly performance of Tesla stock and considers whether he should add it to his portfolio…

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