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Dr. James Fox

Based in London, James is ranked as the UK’s no.1 independent stock picker, according to Stockomendation. He holds a PhD in development economics and is a regular contributor to a range of business and economics publications. James specialises in identifying growth-oriented investments backed by great metrics.

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Investing Articles

The Greggs share price has plummeted for good reason! It’s now a proper dividend stock

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores whether the beaten-down Greggs share price represents a potential buying opportunity or a value trap.

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What the heck is going on with the Barclays share price now?

| Dr. James Fox

The Barclays share price surged 25% as the market open on 10 April. Once again, the volatility’s been driven by…

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What the devil’s going on with the HSBC share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The HSBC share price has actually been less volatile than some of its peers, despite its Chinese operations suggesting it’s…

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Here’s why the IAG share price could rally to 300p again soon!

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price has been decimated in recent weeks with airline stocks caught up in the broader volatility. However,…

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Could the Tesla share price really fall to $120?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price has collapsed since Trump took office, and the news just keeps getting worse for Elon Musk’s…

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£10,000 invested in Alphabet stock 1 month ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Alphabet stock is a major casualty of Trump’s trade policy, with investors betting on reduced demand for advertising, among other…

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Want a comfortable retirement? Here’s how much you need in your SIPP

| Dr. James Fox

The SIPP is a great vehicle for confident investors to build their personal pension over time and eventually use that…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Rolls-Royce shares as Trump rocks the markets

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have joined in the volatility over the past week. However, with the direction being largely downwards, the dividend…

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

| Dr. James Fox

NatWest shares surged into 2025, but things have become a little more complicated in recent weeks. Dr James Fox explores.

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£10,000 invested in Apple shares last week is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Apple shares are down 18% over the past week. It’s a truly phenomenal downward movement, but investors may want to…

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Hunting for passive income? These falling insurance giants offer 10% yields

| Dr. James Fox

The UK insurance sector is typically a good place to look for attractive dividend yields. Dr James Fox details two…

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£10,000 invested in Watches of Switzerland shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Watches of Switzerland shares have been decimated by Trump’s tariffs on Switzerland. Dr James Fox explores whether this is an…

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What’s going on with the Nvidia share price now?

| Dr. James Fox

The Nvidia share price is tanking. Once the most valuable listed company, Nvidia has seen more than $1trn wiped off…

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This FTSE AIM stock has £2.3bn in net cash, and a market cap of £2.4bn!

| Dr. James Fox

I love this FTSE AIM stock, but it really hasn’t delivered for me yet. The stock trades with crazily low…

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As stocks tank, is this a rare chance for ISA investors to get rich?

| Dr. James Fox

Shares have collapsed globally and valuations are becoming, on paper at least, a lot more attractive. Dr James Fox explores…

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Can Greggs shares offer shelter from Trump’s tariff chaos?

| Dr. James Fox

Greggs' shares have plummeted in recent months. But with very little exposure to the US or tariffs, could the stock…

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How much passive income could an investor earn if they put £200 a month in an ISA?

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons use the Stocks and Shares ISA as a vehicle to build a large pot of money and…

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What’s going on with the Lloyds share price after Trump’s tariffs?

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The Lloyds share price dipped by nearly 6% in early trading on 4 April. Dr James Fox explains what’s going…

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0.45x EV-to-EBITDA: this is the cheapest UK stock, IMO

| Dr. James Fox

This UK stock has come under increasing pressure in recent weeks, but I don’t think it’s warranted. Here’s a closer…

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US stock market rout: an unmissable opportunity for investors?

| Dr. James Fox

His tech-heavy portfolio has been smashed by Trump’s tariffs. However, Dr James Fox believes there could be some opportunities in…

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Is this an unmissable opportunity to buy Nvidia stock?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock is down 33% from its peak, driven by tariffs and geopolitical pressures. Despite this, some investors may spy…

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I asked ChatGPT where the FTSE 100 will be in 6 months: here’s what it said…

| Dr. James Fox

Let’s be realistic, ChatGPT can’t predict the future. But it did do a good job of compiling data from brokerages…

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Could the Rolls-Royce share price hit £10?

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price has taken most analysts by surprise with almost everything going right for the British engineering giant.

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2 cheap shares to consider as Trump shocks markets

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox examines several cheap shares, on paper at least, as markets experience a broad sell-off in reaction to…

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These FTSE shares may offer some safety as Trump slaps tariffs on trading partners

| Dr. James Fox

FTSE shares moved lower on 3 April, after US President Donald Trump introduced hefty tariffs on its trading partners. These…

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When will Lloyds shares hit £1?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have surged over the past 12 months, but where will they go next? Dr James Fox thinks there’s…

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Wow! IAG shares are undervalued by 47%, according to analysts

| Dr. James Fox

IAG shares have surged over the past 18 months, but analysts are pointing to more growth. Dr James Fox takes…

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How I’m building a new second income for 2035

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Millions of us invest for a second income. Here are the steps Dr James Fox is taking in order to…

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£10,000 invested in Raspberry Pi shares at the beginning of 2025 is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Raspberry Pi shares offer something a little different for UK-focused investors. But while the minicomputer company surged after IPO, it’s…

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I think the Tesla share price could halve again and still be overvalued

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price reflects the belief that Elon Musk’s company will dominate the transportation industry of the future, but…

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£10,000 invested in Aston Martin shares 1 month ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Aston Martin shares lifted on 31 March after Lawrence Stroll announced a new investment in the car company, but it’s…

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Here’s why Warren Buffett’s stock surged as the market suffered

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett has played another blinder. As billions of dollars flooded into US equities, Buffett started hoarding cash and Treasuries…

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Consider this stamp duty-exempt FTSE stock before the ISA deadline

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE AIM stock appears vastly undervalued, according to Dr James Fox. Here’s why he’s considering buying more of it…

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Aiming for £2,000 of monthly passive income? Here’s an ISA strategy that could help

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons invest in the stock market with the goal of one day earnings a passive income. Dr James…

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How much would an investor need in an ISA for a £6,000 monthly second income?

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons invest for a second income but never realise their dreams. Dr James Fox talks us through the…

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How an investor could open a Stocks & Shares ISA before 5 April, and aim for millionaire status

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If an investor doesn’t use their Stocks and Shares ISA allowance before 5 April, it’s gone. Dr James Fox explains…

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£10,000 invested in Nvidia stock 3 years ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock has pulled back, and that surprised some investors who thought this stock would go to the stars. Dr…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 2 years ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Greggs shares were a retail investor favourite and honestly, I never understood why. Dr James Fox takes a closer look…

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3 things to remember ahead of the new 2025-26 ISA year

| Dr. James Fox

The ISA deadline comes when the tax year ends. That's 5 April, representing the last opportunity to take advantage of…

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Here’s why the S&P 500 may tank

| Dr. James Fox

The S&P 500 has outpaced global equity markets in recent years. However, there’s some cause for concern as Trump causes…

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