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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.

Recent Articles

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Investing Articles

£10k in a Stocks and Shares ISA? Here’s how I’d aim to turn it into £100k!

| Dr. James Fox

Using a sound investment strategy and regular savings, it's possible to build a huge Stocks and Shares ISA, says Dr…

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £10k in Rolls-Royce shares 15 years ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have been the standout performer on the FTSE 100 over the past year. Dr James Fox explores the…

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Here’s how Warren Buffett can help me not lose money!

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is among the wealthiest individuals in the world. So what can I learn from the 'Oracle of Omaha'…

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Is this the most overvalued stock on the FTSE AIM?

| Dr. James Fox

As investors, we're constantly trying to steer clear of stocks with unattractive valuations. So should I avoid this FTSE AIM…

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Is this 20.8% dividend yield for real?

| Dr. James Fox

Steppe Cement currently offers investors a whopping 20.8% dividend yield. That's phenomenally large, but is it sustainable? Let's explore.

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3 unmissable high-yield stocks!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr. James Fox presents his top high-yield stocks, carefully chosen for their potential to excel and serve as a reliable…

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Investing Articles

Will the BT share price recover?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price is one of the most watched on the FTSE 100. However, it's been on a steep…

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An unmissable opportunity as the Scottish Mortgage share price dips?

| Dr. James Fox

The Scottish Mortgage share price continues to fall despite the success of some of its largest holdings. Dr James Fox…

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Missed Nvidia? This biopharma AI growth stock could be next!

| Dr. James Fox

This growth stock relies heavily on AI, but its share price has been falling throughout the year, in contrast to…

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No savings at 30? I’m using Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett has amassed a fortune worth over $120bn during his investment career. Here, Dr James Fox explains how to…

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Here’s why biotech could be the best FTSE investment

| Dr. James Fox

This could be one of the most exciting times to invest in biotech stocks. It could also be the most…

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How I’d invest £20k in an ISA for passive income in 2024!

| Dr. James Fox

We'd all love to earn a passive income. Here, Dr James Fox details how he'd split his portfolio when aiming…

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1k when the Centrica share price bottomed out, here’s what I’d have today!

| Dr. James Fox

The Centrica share price bottomed out around £30 per share in April 2020. Today it's trading above £150. Does it…

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If I’d put £1,000 in NIO shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

NIO shares have demonstrated considerable volatility since the IPO five years ago. Dr James Fox offers his thoughts on the…

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Investing Articles

Why I’m sure this is the safest 8% dividend stock!

| Dr. James Fox

Few stocks have dividend yields above 5%, and even fewer have sustainable ones. So, this 8% yielding dividend stock looks…

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How I’d aim to transform an empty ISA into a £7,000 second income!

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox explains why regular savings and discipline are the…

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Investing Articles

When will the Rolls-Royce share price hit £3?

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price has seen the strongest growth on the FTSE 100 over the past year. Will it extend…

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If I’d put £10k into Lloyds shares 2 years ago here’s how much I’d have today!

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares, once the darlings of the FTSE 100, have traded sideways in recent years. Dr James Fox details his…

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in Legal & General shares a year ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox believes Legal & General shares are oversold, offering more than the well-covered 8.7%, index-beating, dividend yield.

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The simple reason the FTSE 100 will rise!

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 has been trading sideways for a while. In other words, it has delivered very little in the…

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3 alternatives as the Tesla share price surges

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price has surged 128% in 2023. So if I've missed the bull run, can I find undervalued…

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The Ithaca Energy share price surges! Here’s why

| Dr. James Fox

The Ithaca Energy share price jumped on Wednesday morning after the UK's largest untapped oil field has been approved by…

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Investing Articles

Will the BAE share price hit £15?

| Dr. James Fox

The BAE share price has soared since Russia invaded Ukraine. How much further can the bull run go and do…

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With no savings at 30, I’d use the Warren Buffett method to try and get rich!

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett has built a fortune worth $120bn+. Here's how investors, even with no starting capital, can embark on their…

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If I’d bought £1,000 of BT shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

BT shares have endured considerable volatility over the last 12 months. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the…

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4 undervalued growth stocks worthy of deep consideration!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox details several highly-rated growth stocks with significant potential, all of which he's been watching closely.

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Investing Articles

These UK stocks are my top 2 holdings! Here are what the charts say about them

| Dr. James Fox

UK stocks still suffer from poor investor sentiment. In turn, this means there are some excellent value-investing opportunities.

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Empty Stocks & Shares ISA at 30? Here’s how I’d aim for riches

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks & Shares ISA is an extraordinary vehicle for building wealth over the long run, allowing tax-free capital gains…

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£10k in savings? Here’s how I’d target £20k in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explores a few of the principles all investors should know if they're aiming to turn their capital…

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Should I prepare my ISA for a stock market crash?

| Dr. James Fox

Could a stock market crash be on the cards? Dr James Fox explores whether this is a realistic probability and…

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If I’d invested £5k when the Scottish Mortgage share price peaked, here’s what I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

The Scottish Mortgage share price has collapsed since 2021. Here, Dr James Fox explores whether the stock is investable or…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how I’d target a second income worth £5k a year!

| Dr. James Fox

It may sound unlikely, but it's really possible to generate a second income even when starting with nothing. Dr James…

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If I’d invested £1k in Meta shares a year ago, here’s how much I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Meta shares are among the best-performing US stocks over the past 12 months, benefiting from positive investor sentiment, especially towards…

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Middle-aged white man pulling an aggrieved face while looking at a screen
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If I’d bought £1,000 of Aviva shares a year ago, here’s what I’d have today!

| Dr. James Fox

Aviva shares remain towards the bottom end of their 52-week range despite positive results. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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Lloyds shares could hit 60p as worst-case scenario likely avoided!

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares pushed upwards this week after more positive inflation data. Dr James Fox explains why the worst may be…

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1k when the Rolls-Royce share price bottomed out, here what I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price has exploded from its lows last year. Dr James Fox explores whether the stock has further…

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Can the HSBC share price hit new heights? Here’s what the charts say

| Dr. James Fox

The HSBC share price has been an index star, rising 18% over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox explores…

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Up 224%, has the Centrica share price hit boiling point?

| Dr. James Fox

The Centrica share price just keeps getting stronger. But has it gone too far, and could investors get burned? Dr…

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Investing Articles

Is the Tesco share price oversold or overpriced?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesco share price has outperformed the index over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox explores whether it's still…

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Stock market correction: is this a rare chance to get richer? Here’s what the charts say

| Dr. James Fox

The UK stock market is still recovering from a correction earlier in the year. So, is this a rare chance…

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