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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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£10,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for a second income worth £66,828 a year!

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Millions of us invest for a second income, but we need a calculated approach if we want to turn our…

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

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What's going on with GSK shares? The pharmaceutical giant has seen its share price surge in recent months. Dr James…

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FTSE shares: a once-in-a-decade chance to get rich?

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The FTSE has underperformed for investors in recent years, but that could be about to change. Dr James Fox explains…

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What’s going on with the Taylor Wimpey share price?

| Dr. James Fox

After rising 39.6% over 12 months, the Taylor Wimpey share price pushed downwards despite strong profit guidance on Thursday 11…

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If I’d put £1,000 in Persimmon shares 3 months ago, here’s what I’d have now

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Persimmon shares are among the best performing on the FTSE 350 in recent months. Dr James Fox wonders whether it…

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Could Meta stock outperform the rest of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ in 2024?

| Dr. James Fox

If we subtract the gains of the Magnificent Seven, the S&P 500 fell in 2023. So can Meta's stock deliver…

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When will the IAG share price hit £2.50?

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The IAG share price gained 13% in 2023, but is there more to come? Dr James Fox explains why the…

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This is how I’m investing £100,000 in the stock market in 2024!

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Investing in the stock market can be daunting for many. Here, Dr James Fox explains his choices for the year…

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Is the Scottish Mortgage share price dirt cheap in 2024?

| Dr. James Fox

The Scottish Mortgage share price rose going into 2024, gaining more than 10% in December. Dr James Fox explores whether…

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Up 234% in 1 year, Nvidia stock trades at a 35% discount to its target price!

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock surged in 2023 as demand for the company's GPUs skyrocketed. Dr James Fox thinks there's more room for…

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The Barclays share price is dirt cheap, but what’s the best banking stock for 2024?

| Dr. James Fox

The Barclays share price fell 6% in 2023, and it's among the cheapest banking stocks out there. Dr James Fox…

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Starting with nothing in 2024? I’d use the Warren Buffett method to build wealth

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Building wealth in 2024 when we're starting from scratch may sound impossible. Dr James Fox explains how Warren Buffett can…

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

| Dr. James Fox

Vodafone shares have underperformed the FTSE 100 over the past 12 months, leaving investors disappointed. Is there more woe to…

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£10,000-£15,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim for a second income worth £21,800!

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. It's the holy grail of investing. But how can we turn £10k-£15k…

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What’s going on with the BP share price now?

| Dr. James Fox

The BP share price has been pushed down since mid-October. Dr James Fox explores whether we're looking at buying conditions…

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Putting aside £250 a month? Here’s how I’d aim for lifelong passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for passive income. But it's what we do with the money we set aside that counts.…

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£10,000 in excess savings? Here’s how I’d use a Stocks & Shares ISA and aim for riches!

| Dr. James Fox

UK residents can use the tax-efficient Stocks and Shares ISA to build wealth and generate passive income. Dr James Fox…

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Will falling interest rates help the BT share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price has disappointed over the long run. The stock's down 47% over five years. But will an…

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Up 124% in 2023, what can I expect from Tesla stock in 2024?

| Dr. James Fox

There are signs that Tesla stock may not perform as well in 2024 as it did last year. Dr James…

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Has the Rolls-Royce share price peaked?

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price has hit £3, but is there more room to rally? Dr James Fox thinks this stock…

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AI stocks boomed in 2023! What’s next for 2024?

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The big investment story of 2023 was the rise of Nvidia as one of the leading AI stocks. Dr James…

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2 UK shares that could surge in 2024 if the Bank of England cuts rates

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The Bank of England could cut interest rates in 2024. Here, Dr James Fox highlights a couple of UK shares…

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Could the Lloyds share price hit 60p by the end of March?

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The Lloyds share price pushed upwards in December, but there's still plenty of value in it. Dr James Fox explores…

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If the FTSE 100 booms in 2024, I think these shares could lead the charge

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Don't say it too loudly, but there are some positive signs the FTSE 100 might rally in 2024. Dr James…

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3 stocks to consider buying for dividends before interest rates fall

| Dr. James Fox

When interest rates rise, share prices tend to push downwards. So could these be the stocks to buy for dividends…

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How I’d invest just £200 a month in these growth stocks and aim for a million!

| Dr. James Fox

Growth stocks are those that are expected to exceed the average pace of growth in the coming year. Dr James…

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This FTSE 250 stock could be 50% undervalued vs Ferrari!

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This FTSE 250 stock has outperformed the market in 2023, but it may still be undervalued. Dr James Fox takes…

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Up 250%+, are these stocks right for my SIPP?

| Dr. James Fox

SIPPs typically have a long time horizon, allowing investors to ride out market fluctuations. So are these growth stocks right…

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With no savings in 2024, I’d use Warren Buffett’s golden rules to build wealth

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Building wealth with no existing savings may feel like an impossible task, but it's not. Dr James Fox explains how…

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Up 249%, what’s next for Nvidia stock in 2024?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock surged in 2023 with the company's GPUs being central to the AI revolution. Dr James Fox explores what's…

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Putting aside £600 a month? Here’s how I’d aim for £108k in passive income

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Millions of Britons aren't earning a passive income they deserve. Here, Dr James Fox explains how he'd get his savings…

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If I’d put £1,000 in easyJet shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

easyJet shares have surged over the past year amid a recovering civil aviation sector. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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With no savings at 30, I’d start building wealth with these FTSE stocks

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Many of us will begin our investment journeys at 30, but how should we get started? Dr James Fox details…

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If I’d put £10k in Nvidia stock 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock has surged over the past year, and has been one of the most successful investments over the period.…

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Can these companies surge like Nvidia stock in 2024?

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We'd all love to pick the next 'Nvidia stock' -- that is, one that can surge in 2024. Here, Dr…

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Targeting a £30,332 second income starting with just £1,000 of savings?

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. In this article, Dr James Fox explains the fundamentals of wealth creation…

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If I’d invested £10,000 in Tesla stock 2 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock might have performed well in 2023, but it's been very volatile since the pandemic. Dr James Fox takes…

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3 stocks to buy that could go 2x in 2024!

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We're all looking for stocks to buy that could deliver Nvidia-like growth. Here, Dr James Fox details a handful of…

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3 stocks that could supercharge my SIPP in 2024

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox thinks these high-potential stocks could help power his SIPP into 2024, as he takes advantage of tax…

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Here’s how I’d start with £1,000 and target a second income worth £18,903!

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A second income can be the holy grail of investing. Dr James Fox explains how he'd kick things off with…

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