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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

Prediction: analysts think the BT share price will increase by 7% this year, but it’s not simple…

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price has jumped around a lot in recent years with investors uncertain as to where fair value…

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Here’s how to try and build a £2k-per month SIPP to boost the State Pension

| Dr. James Fox

The State Pension is pretty pitiful, leaving many retirees reliant on personal savings or additional pensions to maintain a reasonable…

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I’d back these FTSE stocks will deliver double-digit growth in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 has reached all-time highs above 10,000, but that doesn't mean there aren't once-in-a-decade bargains to pick up…

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Here’s the forecast for the HSBC share price and dividends in 2026!

| Dr. James Fox

HSBC's share price was a big riser in 2025 as investors became increasingly bullish about an earnings super-cycle within the…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy Marks and Spencer shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Marks and Spencer shares endured a selloff after a cyberattack punches a hole in the company's sales and earnings. A…

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How much do you need in an ISA for £1,618 of monthly passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how Britons could use the Stocks and Shares ISA to build a portfolio that can deliver…

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£2,000 in a SIPP at birth could be worth £849k in 65 years!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how an investment into a SIPP at birth could compound into a nice retirement pot even…

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£10,000 invested in AMD stock 6 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

AMD stock's rocketed over the past six months with the company now emerging as a formidable competitor to the AI…

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How much do you need in an ISA for a £3,333 monthly second income?

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a second income, but just how much do we need to make a real change…

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Prediction: in 2026 the red-hot Alphabet share price could turn £20,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

The Alphabet share price has surged over the past six months. Dr James Fox loves the company but doesn't see…

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FTSE 100 tips 10,000, finally! But this stock still looks dirt cheap

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox believes there are still plenty of undervalued stocks on the FTSE 100 despite the blue-chip index hitting…

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Prediction: in 2026 the red-hot Nvidia share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

The Nvidia share price led the S&P 500 higher in 2025 with a 26% gain. This equated to a phenomenal…

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Prediction: in 2026 the red-hot Barclays share price could turn £10,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

Barclays' share price outpaced the wider FTSE 100 in 2025, but can it do the same in 2026? Dr James…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA for £2,015 passive income a month?

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for building wealth. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at…

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How much do you need in an ISA for £2,243 passive income a month?

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest with the aim of taking a passive income in the future. Dr James Fox explores what…

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Prediction: in 2026 the red-hot Rolls-Royce share price could turn £20,000 into…

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price surged again in 2025, surpassing many investors' expectations. Dr James Fox explores what could happen in…

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Here’s the forecast for the Tesco share price in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesco share price went into reverse today after the company informed the market about its trading over the Christmas…

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£10,000 invested in Tesco shares 3 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Tesco shares have delivered three truly stellar years with positive returns for shareholders in each of them. Dr James Fox…

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£10,000 invested in NatWest shares 3 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

NatWest shares have been a big winner in recent years. Dr James Fox explores whether the stock could push any…

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Want to buy SpaceX and Nvidia at a 9% discount? This is why investors buy Scottish Mortgage shares

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares offer investors exposure to some of the hottest growth stocks in the world, including Nvidia, Amazon and…

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£10,000 invested in Lloyds shares 3 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares continue to rise, surpassing many investors' expectations. They have one huge factor in their favour, and that's momentum.

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Could 2026 be the year the Greggs share price recovers?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the Greggs share price and explores whether there's any value left in…

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Melrose shares could be the FTSE 100’s biggest winner in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox has a lot of faith in Melrose shares with the stock poised to deliver on its turnaround…

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‘US is running Venezuela’: what does this mean for oil stocks?

| Dr. James Fox

Oil stocks stand to benefit from a huge geopolitical shift after the US took Venezuela president Nicholas Maduro into custody.

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£10,000 invested in Alphabet shares 6 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Alphabet shares surged in the latter half of the year as investors realised the company's potential in AI, quantum computing,…

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Here’s the forecast for Rolls-Royce shares in 2026!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the forecast for Rolls-Royce shares as we move into a new year.…

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£20,000 invested in Barclays shares 6 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

If you've been watching the FTSE 100 you'll be aware that Barclays shares have continued to surge in recent months,…

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£10,000 invested in IAG shares 6 months ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

IAG shares have continued to push on to new post-pandemic heights. Dr James Fox wonders whether there might be better…

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This theme could send BAE Systems’ shares surging in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

BAE Systems' shares have surged in recent years on increased long-term government defence and security spending after the invasion of…

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Here’s the forecast for Nvidia stock in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox believes Nvidia stock could push a lot higher in 2026 and analysts agree. It continues to look…

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Lloyds’ shares are doing great… but these two banks could outperform in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox holds Lloyds' shares and has done for some time. However, his attention is being drawn towards two…

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Companies that could make my Stocks and Shares ISA blossom in 2026!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details a handful of companies that have great prospects for the year ahead. He hopes they can…

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The FTSE 100 hits 10,000! What does this mean for investors?

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 -- the blue-chip stock index -- has reached an all-time high, representing a milestone for the supposedly…

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Here’s how to start building a passive income portfolio worth £2k a month in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox believes there's never a better time to start a passive income ISA portfolio than today. Here's how…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target £1,000 of monthly passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox outlines the strategy for building passive income in an ISA and one stock that could help propel…

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£10,000 to invest in an ISA? Here are some lesser-known stocks that could surge in 2026

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores a handful of stocks that could outperform the rest of the stock market in 2026. Investors…

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

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Tesla stock as it trades around an all-time high valuation. Is there…

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These are the biggest dividend yields on the FTSE All Share Index as 2026 begins

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains that large dividend yields can be a warning sign and investors need to look for signs…

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Are BAE Systems shares the best UK industrials investment going into 2026?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at BAE Systems shares and the alternatives following an impressive 2025 and as…

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Rolls-Royce shares or Melrose Industries: Which one is better value for 2026?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares surged in 2025, surpassing most expectations. Dr James Fox considers whether it offers better value than peer Melrose.

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