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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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Are Lloyds shares set to soar?

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Lloyds shares haven't performed well this year despite some better than expected results. But to me, the only way is…

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A 10% dividend yield from a penny stock! Should I load up?

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This cement manufacturer has an impressive 10% dividend yield, but is it right for my portfolio?

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Why I like this FTSE 250 stock with a P/E ratio of just 1.3!

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This FTSE 250 firm looks incredibly cheap. In fact, it has a price-to-earning ratio of just 1.3. So, should I…

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Lloyds is a penny stock that I’m backing to soar!

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I don't think Lloyds is going to break out of penny stock levels any time soon, but I am backing…

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Scottish Mortgage shares are down 42%! Should I load up?

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares haven't performed well in 2022, down 42% over the last six months. So, is this stock now…

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Aston Martin shares just jumped 10%! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Aston Martin shares gained as much as 10% on Wednesday following a trading update and a new CEO announcement.

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Here’s how I’m preparing for a stock market crash!

| Dr. James Fox

Some analysts are predicting a stock market crash triggered by poor economic data or interest rate rises. So here's how…

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3 FTSE 250 picks to recession-proof my portfolio!

| Dr. James Fox

It's possible that the UK will see a recession in 2022. So, here are some FTSE 250 stocks I'm looking…

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Is GlaxoSmithKline stock set to soar?

| Dr. James Fox

GlaxoSmithKline stock has gone from strength to strength this year, but is there still room for further share price growth?

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Is Legal & General stock too cheap to miss?

| Dr. James Fox

Legal & General stock hasn't performed well this year, but is this blue-chip firm looking too cheap to ignore?

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3 high-potential growth stocks to buy in May!

| Dr. James Fox

Growth stocks aren't in vogue at the moment as inflation and interest rate rises weigh on their share prices. But…

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5 top dividend stocks to buy in May!

| Dr. James Fox

With inflation at levels not seen in decades, I'm looking at dividend stocks that can help my portfolio counter inflationary…

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Should I avoid Tesla shares after the Musk sale?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla shares rose in pre-market trading despite chief executive Elon Musk selling almost $4bn of his own holding in the…

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Should I buy Polymetal shares after its positive trading update?

| Dr. James Fox

After issuing an encouraging trading update this week, are Polymetal shares now looking like a good addition to my portfolio?

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Why Lloyds shares could soar in value

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares are more than just a good passive income source. This blue-chip stock could soar in the coming years.

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Rolls-Royce shares are trading in pennies! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have underperformed over the past year. But is this stock now looking like a good buy for my…

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Should I buy Persimmon shares for their massive 11.2% dividend yield?

| Dr. James Fox

If I buy Persimmon shares, I can expect a huge 11.2% dividend yield. But is this householder a good addition…

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Hargreaves Lansdown shares are down 43% YOY! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Hargreaves Lansdown shares have been on a downward trend over the past year. But, for me, this stock is now…

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3 passive income picks amid the current stock market volatility!

| Dr. James Fox

Amid the current levels of volatility on the stock market, I'm looking at these dividend picks to provide income.

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2 cheap FTSE 250 shares to buy in May!

| Dr. James Fox

For me, these two FTSE 250 stocks look undervalued amid the current market volatility. I'm backing both to deliver growth.

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Down 84%, this growth stock looks dirt cheap!

| Dr. James Fox

The Yalla Group share price has been on a downward trend over the past year. For me, this growth stock…

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2 semiconductor stocks to buy and hold!

| Dr. James Fox

These two semiconductor picks look like solid stocks to buy and hold. I'm backing both for long-term gains.

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The Novacyt share price just slumped! Here’s why?

| Dr. James Fox

The Novacyt share price dropped on Tuesday morning after the firm updated shareholders on a dispute with the UK government.

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Associated British Foods share price falls as inflation bites! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Associated British Foods share price fell on Tuesday morning after the company highlighted inflationary pressures.

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4 dividend-paying stocks to beat inflation!

| Dr. James Fox

I'm looking at these dividend-paying stocks to help my portfolio overcome soaring inflation being seen at present.

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Here’s why Rolls-Royce shares are down 32% over the past 6 months!

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares haven't performed well in 2022, with the stock down more than a quarter. Here's why the engineering giant…

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Anglo American shares keep falling! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Anglo American shares fell nearly 7% on Monday, extending losses over the past week.

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EQTEC shares jump on trading update! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

EQTEC shares soared on Monday after the bioscience energy company reported fourfold revenue growth.

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Investing Articles

Top growth stocks to buy in May!

| Dr. James Fox

Growth stocks aren't in vogue at the moment amid high inflation and rising interest rates. However, I'm looking at these…

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Polymetal shares just jumped 10%! Should I buy now?

| Dr. James Fox

Polymetal shares surged on Friday morning but remain considerably down on their pre-war price. So, is it time to buy?

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Rolls-Royce stock is sliding again! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce stock has taken a hammering over the last six months and continued its losses on Friday. Is this engineering…

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My plan for £1,000 a month in passive income from dividend stocks!

| Dr. James Fox

With inflation at levels not seen in decades, I'm gearing my portfolio towards dividend stocks to deliver passive income.

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Here’s why I’m backing Lloyds shares to soar!

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares are not only a good source of passive income, the stock is trading at a discount and I…

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5 ultra-high-dividend stocks to supercharge my portfolio!

| Dr. James Fox

Here are five of the highest-paying UK-listed dividend stocks that I'm looking at for my portfolio.

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2 dirt cheap FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d buy in a heartbeat!

| Dr. James Fox

I'm confident that these two FTSE 250 growth stocks can benefit my portfolio in the long term. What's more, they're…

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Should I buy Polymetal stock after its share-price crash?

| Dr. James Fox

Polymetal stock is down again today, having fallen hugely following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and after the implementation of Western…

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2 FTSE 250 dividend stocks I’d buy in a flash!

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Here are two top FTSE 250 dividend stock that I think will help my portfolio negate the impact of inflation…

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This FTSE 250 share just slid 6% despite upping dividends! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 stock fell on Tuesday morning despite issuing a positive trading update. JTC also said it would increase…

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Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares slide again. Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares fell a further 3% on Tuesday, extending the six-month-long decline. Is it time to consider…

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2 top growth stocks to buy in May

| Dr. James Fox

These are two of the best growth stocks I'm considering for my portfolio this May. I'm confident both have plenty…

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