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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

If I’d put £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares 6 months ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

High-flying Rolls-Royce shares just received another boost with the company raising its guidance further for the 2024 financial year.

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3 simple steps to a second income of £50,000!

| Dr. James Fox

Turning our savings into a sizeable second income might be easier than many of us think. Our writer explains how…

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How to invest £1,000 a month in an ISA and target a passive income of £100k

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us would love some form of passive income. Our writer details the sacrifices and a tried-and-tested strategy to…

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NatWest, an outperforming dividend stock I’d buy back in a flash

| Dr. James Fox

This dividend stock has massively outperformed the FTSE 100 over the past 12 months. Our writer takes a closer look…

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AstraZeneca, a mega-cap growth stock that just got cheaper!

| Dr. James Fox

Our writer takes a closer look at this growth stock -- which also happens to be the largest company of…

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The BT share price is far too cheap, analysts say!

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price fell on Thursday 25 July after the company's Q1 results. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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Here’s why the Centrica share price is tanking! And is this an opportunity?

| Dr. James Fox

The Centrica share price was down 8% in early trading. Our writer explores whether this is an opportunity for investors.

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The Unilever share price surges! Here’s why it’s topping the FTSE 100

| Dr. James Fox

The Unilever share price surged by more than 5% on Thursday. Our writer takes a closer look at the company's…

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Here’s why the Lloyds share price is on the move!

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price has surged in 2024 and the stock is one of the best-performers on the FTSE 100.…

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Is this a great opportunity for UK investors to buy Tesla stock?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock slumped 7.3% in post-market trading. With the pound looking strong, our writer explores whether UK investors should think…

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Here’s why Aston Martin’s one of the best-performing UK stocks today!

| Dr. James Fox

Several UK stocks pushed upwards on 24 July, and this iconic, British car manufacturer was among the best performers. Why…

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With £456m of net cash, FTSE 100 stock easyJet’s ready for take-off

| Dr. James Fox

Our writer's been positive on this FTSE 100 for some time, but these Q3 results and its growing cash pile…

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Is this ‘secret weapon’ a multi-billion pound reason to buy Lloyds shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how Lloyds shares could rise even higher as the bank's 'strategic hedge' is likely to boost…

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Can this FTSE 250 stock roar back to life next week?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 car maker's set to unveil its H1 on 24 July. Our writer takes a closer look at…

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How to invest £200 a month in an ISA and aim for a passive income worth £30,000

| Dr. James Fox

UK residents can take advantage of the Stocks and Shares ISA, helping build wealth faster. Our writer explains how it…

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Are Rolls-Royce shares heading for 500p or 400p?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have tanked over the past month. Our writer explains what's happening and what this could mean for the…

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How to invest £500 in an ISA and aim for a £90,000 second income

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a second income and our writer believes there's never a better time to get started…

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What do Hargreaves Lansdown results mean for the share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The Hargreaves Lansdown share price has surged in recent months on takeover expectations, but what will the recent results mean…

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Here’s why the AJ Bell share price is soaring!

| Dr. James Fox

The AJ Bell share price took off on 18 July after the company's impressive trading update. Our writer takes a…

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Should UK investors buy ASML shares as the AI enabler’s earnings dip?

| Dr. James Fox

All UK investors should know about ASML shares. The company has one of the biggest monopolies in the semiconductor and…

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After a trading update, does the Experian share price look good value for money?

| Dr. James Fox

The Experian share price pulled back after its trading update on 16 July. Our writer questions whether the company looks…

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Down 41%, Ocado shares could attract investors as results improve

| Dr. James Fox

Ocado shares are among the worst performers on the FTSE 250 over 12 months. But despite raising its 2024 guidance,…

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1,000 shares in this FTSE 100 stalwart would give me £525 of dividends!

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 is packed full of stocks offering sizeable dividend yields, but I feel this one is the pick…

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How I’d target £17,673 passive income with just £100 a week

| Dr. James Fox

Our Foolish writer explains how he’d build a portfolio capable of generating a life-changing passive income with limited capital.

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How I could earn a second income worth £35,000

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a second income. Our writer explains how he's making it work and shares tips for…

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3 ways Labour could impact the Rolls-Royce share price

| Dr. James Fox

Labour have swept to power on a pro-worker, pro-business ticket. But how could the new government influence the Rolls-Royce share…

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Surely the Lloyds share price has gone too high?

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price climbed 8.4% in the week of the election. Dr James Fox explores whether the stock has…

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Insiders are selling Nvidia stock! Should I?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock's made plenty of investors richer over the past 18 months, including many insiders. So why are some of…

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Up 100%, is there anything holding Vistry Group shares back?

| Dr. James Fox

Vistry Group shares had a strong first half of the year, and this strength could be compounded by political developments.…

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Could this FTSE 250 stock double in value by 2030?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox believes this FTSE 250 stock has a lot of potential and could possibly double in value. However,…

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Here are the latest price targets for Rivian and Tesla stock

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock's surged more than 30% over the past month, leading Rivian and peers higher. But what are the brokers…

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How to invest £500 a month in an ISA and aim for a passive income worth £70,000

| Dr. James Fox

Our writer believes there's never a better time to start investing for a passive income than today. This is how…

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No savings? Here’s how I’d turn an empty ISA into a second income worth £18,000

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us have the goal of a second income, but many Britons turn to property. Our writer explains how…

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15 analysts say the IAG share price is discounted 41.7%

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price is moving in the wrong direction, but it remains our writer's favourite aviation stock. Other analysts…

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Be prepared for a FTSE 100 correction, says the Bank of England

| Dr. James Fox

The Bank of England recently suggested that a stock market correction had become more likely. Our writer takes a closer…

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This Mexican billionaire thinks the BT share price is cheap!

| Dr. James Fox

Our writer thinks the BT share price could go higher, but wishes he'd bought the stock before Carlos Slim pushed…

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Could the BAE Systems share price be about to collapse?

| Dr. James Fox

The BAE Systems share price has pulled back by 8% over the past month. Our writer considers whether this may…

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These 3 passive income shares could generate a ton of dividends

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for dividends. Here, our writer highlights three passive income shares that deliver index-topping returns for investors.

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1 fundamental reason Nvidia stock may continue to rise

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock has surged over 600% since the start of 2023, but that doesn't mean it's overvalued. Dr James Fox…

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Is the Tesla share price becoming a joke?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price remains steady, but the company's earnings have gone into reverse. Our writer explains what's going on…

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