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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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Investing Articles

Forget buy to let: I’d target a sizeable second income with UK stocks!

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Dr James Fox explains how he'd invest in FTSE shares paying dividends in order to create a considerable second income.

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How much are Centrica shares worth?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Centrica shares after the British Gas owner posted headline-grabbing record profits on…

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2 FTSE cannabis stocks I’m considering for the ‘green’ revolution

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at FTSE-listed stocks in and surrounding the very promising marijuana industry. Is he…

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If I’d invested £500 in Persimmon shares 3 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Dr James Fox explores whether an investment in Persimmon shares would have yielded positive returns over the last three years.

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How I’d target £40,000 in passive income with just £100 a week!

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Dr James Fox explains how he'd look to develop a passive income-generating portfolio with a limited amount of capital.

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UK shares in focus: could this be the cheapest growth stock on the FTSE?

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Dr James Fox takes a close look at UK stocks offering growth opportunities. Could this Africa-focused stock be the top…

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2 dividend shares I’m buying before the end of February!

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Dr James Fox details two dividend shares he's looking to add to his portfolio as he seeks to enhance passive…

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Down 27%, are Scottish Mortgage shares a bargain?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Scottish Mortgage shares after their well-publicised fall from a pandemic-era high. Should…

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3 income stocks to try and turn £5,000 into £560k!

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Dr James Fox details three income stocks that he thinks could help transform his wealth if he uses a compound…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’m buying for an era of demographic change!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the demographic challenges facing the global economy and three FTSE 100 stocks…

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An uneven recovery: can I still find bargain stocks on the FTSE 100?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the FTSE 100's recent surge, and explores whether he can still find…

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Why soaring Rolls-Royce shares have further to rally!

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Dr James Fox explains why he believes Rolls-Royce shares will continue their bull run further into 2023, despite a warning.

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Semiconductor stocks: I’m keen on Warren Buffett’s pick TSMC, and one other!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at two semiconductor stocks that could help his portfolio grow with the green…

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If I’d invested £100 in Watches of Switzerland shares 3 years ago, here’s what I’ve have now!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Watches of Switzerland shares after the company missed earnings estimates this week.

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Why boring, cyclical Lloyds shares could be everything I’m looking for!

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Dr James Fox explains why Lloyds shares remain his top pick for long-term growth and how he likes its attractive…

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Should I prepare for a stock market crash in 2023?

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Dr James Fox takes a look at whether a stock market crash might be on the cards for 2023 after…

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3 ways Warren Buffett could help me reach millionaire status with just £300!

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Dr James Fox takes a detailed look at Warren Buffett's value investing strategy and explores what he could learn and…

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Some US stocks will crash after ‘senseless’ rally! But how can I benefit?

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Dr James Fox explains why he's expecting US stock to crash in the near future with the Nasdaq gaining 17%…

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The forecasts were right! Now, can the FTSE 100 hit 8,500? And what should I do?

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Dr James Fox explores where the FTSE 100 will go next after closing at an all-time high on Friday. And…

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FTSE correction: a once-in-a-decade chance to outdo Warren Buffett?

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Dr James Fox explores value buying opportunities on the FTSE in light of Warren Buffett's apparent wariness of the British…

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How I’d invest a £20k ISA to target £1,500 a year in passive income

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Dr James Fox explains how he'd use the entirety of his ISA allowance to invest in dividend stocks to achieve…

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2 dividend shares for the lucrative green revolution!

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Dr James Fox details two dividend shares he believes could outperform the market due to their positioning within renewables.

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Should I buy these forgotten FTSE 100 stocks in February?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at some FTSE 100 stocks that could well be overlooked by retail investors.…

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These stocks are valued at half the FTSE 100 index average!

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Dr James Fox explores several FTSE 100 stocks that trade at considerable discounts versus the index average, using the P/E…

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Rolls-Royce shares are still cheap despite the recent rally

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Dr James Fox explains why he think Rolls-Royce shares are still strong buys, despite them surging since their nadir in…

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Want exposure to fast-growing India? Here’s what I’m doing for big returns

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Dr James Fox details ways to gain exposure to one of the world's fastest growing economies as he searches for…

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Unloved and undervalued, Lloyds shares could be the biggest winners in the next 5 years

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Dr James Fox explains why he thinks Lloyds shares could outperform the market over the next five years, despite economic…

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Volatility in UK stocks: a rare chance to buy at attractive prices?

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Dr James Fox explains why he's buying UK stocks now amid the current volatility. But which stocks is he picking…

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5 diverse income stocks to supercharge my portfolio in 2023!

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Dr James Fox details five income stocks that he's bought or is looking to buy to enhance his passive income…

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What does the ‘shorter’ recession forecast mean for my investments?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the Bank of England's updated recession forecast for the UK. What does…

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2 shares to buy as the IMF forecasts a UK recession

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Dr James Fox details two shares to buy amid concerns about the strength of the UK economy. But what are…

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A rare chance to build wealth after the stock market correction!

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Dr James Fox details his strategy to build wealth by investing in undervalued parts of the stock market after the…

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If I’d invested £500 in Diageo shares 2 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Diageo shares and explores whether an investment in the drinks maker would…

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3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy for a second income!

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Dr James Fox explains how he’d spread his investments across three FTSE 100 stocks in an effort to generate passive…

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£500 to invest? I’d buy these dividend shares for solid returns!

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Dr James Fox details some of the dividend shares he'd invest in with £500 to spare. So, where is he…

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4 high-potential shares to buy for the green revolution!

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Dr James Fox details some of his top shares to buy as countries around the world, and their citizens, look…

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I’m looking to emulate Warren Buffett and buying these stocks now!

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Dr James Fox explains how he's following a Warren Buffett value investing strategy, buying UK stocks before the market recovers.

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Cheap shares Hargreaves Lansdown investors have been buying. Should I join them?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at cheap shares being bought by Hargreaves Lansdown investors, and asks whether he…

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Lloyds shares could surge to 75p this year!

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Dr James Fox explores whether Lloyds shares could continue their bull run further into 2023. Investor sentiment will be key.

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FTSE green watch: a dependable UK stock for the burgeoning renewables sector

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Dr James Fox takes a look at one of his favourite FTSE renewable stocks. This highly promising UK firm also…

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