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Dr. James Fox

Based in London, James is a freelance investment writer for the Fool UK. He also contributes to business and economics publications, having previously worked as a staff writer and editor. James has a PhD in development studies and has contributed to academic work on global supply chains. He also manages his own investment portfolio.

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How I’d transform a £20k ISA into a second income worth £50k annually

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A second income could be life-changing, and it's easier to achieve than many people think. Dr James Fox explains how…

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Are Lloyds shares the greatest bargain on the FTSE 100?

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The Lloyds share price just doesn't make sense to me. Currently, it's trading for just 42p. So is this the…

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Down 33% over 1 month, are RC365 shares an unmissable steal?

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RC365 shares are among the most volatile stocks listed in the UK. Now down 33% over one month, is this…

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Here’s how I could turn an empty ISA into £115k of passive income annually!

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We'd all love to generate a passive income. But if we don't have capital, we need to accept it'll take…

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Could this UK-listed AI stock replicate the surge in Nvidia shares?

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The rise in Nvidia shares has arguably been the biggest investment story of the year. Dr James Fox explores whether…

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FTSE 100 to top 8,000 again within a year? Here’s what the charts say

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The FTSE 100 hasn't been the most rewarding index for investors in recent years. But it could be on its…

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3 superb value stocks to consider before the next bull run!

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Value stocks have the capability to transform our portfolios, but we could be waiting a long time. Dr James Fox…

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Should I buy Scottish Mortgage shares after Nvidia surge?

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Nvidia is Scottish Mortgage's fourth largest holding. After the US stock's surge, should we paying Scottish Mortgage shares more attention?

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Will the Rolls-Royce share price hit £6?

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Rolls-Royce shares ticked upwards last week after UBS suggested the British engineering stock could triple in the coming years.

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Persimmon share price at 10-year low! Is it time to buy?

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The Persimmon share price has fallen 30% over 12 months and 65% in the past two years. Dr James Fox…

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Are BP shares undervalued? Here’s what the charts say!

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The fluctuation of BP shares is highly correlated to the price of energy. But the stock trades at a discount…

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Should I be wary of NIO shares amid the Chinese debt supercycle?

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This EV maker is among the most promising and exciting companies in China. But amid problems in that country, should…

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Barclays shares vs Lloyds shares. Which are best? Here’s what the charts say

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Barclays shares are among the cheapest on the FTSE 100 on several metrics. But how do they compare to Lloyds?…

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These 4 stocks are set to join the FTSE 100!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the four companies set to earn promotion to the blue-chip FTSE 100…

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How I’d try and turn an empty ISA into passive income worth £98,150 a year!

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Passive income is an investing goal for many of us. Here, Dr James Fox explores turning an empty ISA into…

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Where will the Lloyds share price go from 42p?

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The Lloyds share price has shed 9% of its value over the past month. Dr James Fox explores where the…

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How I’d turn a handful of dividend stocks into a lifelong second income!

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We all love passive income. Here, Dr James Fox explains how dividend stocks can help portfolio growth and second income…

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Is Hargreaves Lansdown the best growth stock on the FTSE 100? Here’s what the charts say

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Growth stocks don't normally pay a 5.2% dividend yield, but Hargreaves Lansdown does. Dr James Fox takes a closer look…

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Is this a new entry point after the BAE share price fell?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the BAE share price after the defence contractor acquired Ball Aerospace last…

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Nvidia share price surges but is it overvalued? Here’s what the charts say

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The Nvidia share price soared in after-hours trading following the tech stock beating earnings expectations. Revenue in Q2 doubled.

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FTSE 350 slips: 3 reasons to buy the dip!

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The FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 have fallen into near-correction territory. Here, Dr James Fox gives three reasons to buy…

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RC365 share price crashes: it may have further to go! Here’s what the charts say

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the RC365 share price after its inevitable pull back. Does the stock…

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Down 80%, is it time to reconsider Wood Group shares?

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Wood Group shares surged in morning trading after the engineering firm raised guidance as it reported better-than-expected revenue in H1.

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Aviva share price dips to near-year low! Is this an unmissable buying opportunity?

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The Aviva share price has dipped to 380p, just above its year low of 366p. Dr James Fox explores whether…

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How to invest like billionaire Warren Buffett as the FTSE 100 nears a bear market!

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Warren Buffett is among the most successful investors of all time. So as the FTSE 100 dips, maybe it's time…

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A rare chance to build a £100k Stock & Shares ISA as the market dips! Here’s what the charts say

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The FTSE 100 is a prime hunting ground for value investors. Dr James Fox explains why this could be a…

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How to turn a 20k ISA into a £12,805 yearly second income!

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UK residents can take advantage of the tax-efficient ISA wrapper to earn a sizeable second income. Dr James Fox explains…

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4 steps to earn £1,000 a month in passive income!

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We'd all love to earn a passive income. Here, Dr James Fox outlines the steps that could create a second…

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AI: Should I buy RC365 shares instead of Nvidia shares? What do the charts say?

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RC365 shares have surged since a recent announcement about an AI project. Dr James Fox explores whether they're better value…

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At 42p, Lloyds shares look cheap! Here’s what the charts say

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Lloyds shares have fallen further in recent weeks as the market prices in more interest rate rises. Dr James Fox…

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Is Hargreaves Lansdown the most undervalued stock on the FTSE 100?

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This FTSE 100 stock has slumped as interest rates have risen, despite an intriguing tailwind. Dr James Fox takes a…

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Is this the cheapest tech stock on the NYSE? Here’s what the charts say

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Technology stocks notoriously trade with very high multiples, but this NYSE-listed social media firm doesn't. Dr James Fox explores.

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A deeply misvalued FTSE 250 stock! Here’s what the charts say

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Morgan Advanced Materials is a FTSE 250 global engineering company that trades at a significant discount to its peers. Dr…

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How to create passive income within a tax-free Stocks & Shares ISA

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The Stocks and Shares ISA is an investment vehicle that allows us to earn money without paying tax. Dr James…

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47% of Warren Buffett’s $375bn portfolio is invested in these AI stocks!

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Almost half of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway portfolio is invested in three AI stocks. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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Prepared for a stock market rally? The FTSE 100 could top 9,000 within a year!

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The Economy Forecast Agency believes the FTSE 100 could push as high as 9,605 by July 2024. Dr James Fox…

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A rare chance to try and turn an empty portfolio into a juicy £40k second income!

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As Britons, we can create a tax-free second income by doing very little at all. In this article, Dr James…

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A rare opportunity for discerning investors to build a portfolio of cheap UK shares!

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If only I had £10k to invest right now! Dozens of UK shares are severely discounted.

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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says this is the greatest investment opportunity of our lifetime!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Larry Fink's prediction for the greatest investment opportunity and explores how we…

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Is this the optimal moment to create passive income? Here’s what the charts say!

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We'd all love a passive income. Here, Dr James Fox explains how it could be easier than ever to generate…

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