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Paul Summers

Paul has been teaching in higher education since 2007 and also holds the CFA Society's Investment Management Certificate (IMC). A Terry Smith-influenced quality investor, Paul is a fan of companies boasting seriously high returns on capital. He always reinvests his dividends.

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Forget the Cash ISA. These FTSE 100 dividend stocks will make your money work harder

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Paul Summers picks out two top income stocks from the market's top tier that put cash savings rates to shame.

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How to survive the NEXT market meltdown

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If you found last week hard, console yourself with the fact that markets tank far more often than most people…

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AIM has been clobbered. Are these former market darlings now unmissable bargains?

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These former stars have all fallen heavily in the recent market sell-off. Time to get involved?

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Forget Aston Martin. This new stock looks far more likely to help make you a millionaire

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The new-to-market luxury car maker seems stuck in reverse gear and this Fool is steering clear.

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Generate a second income stream with these dirt-cheap dividend stocks

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They may be hated by the market, but these stocks still pay great dividends.

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Why I wouldn’t sell these 2 high-flying growth stocks just yet

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These hot stocks have made serious amounts of money for those already invested. Paul Summers doesn't think it's time to…

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3 stocks that could be perfect for retirees

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Wanting to supplement the State Pension? These dull, dividend-paying stocks could be the solution.

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Have £2,000 to invest? These FTSE 100 dividend stocks look far too cheap

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Paul Summers thinks value and income hunters simply can't ignore these stocks from the market's top tier.

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How low can the easyJet share price go?

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Market sentiment towards budget airline easyJet plc (LSE:EZJ) has changed in recent months. Can its latest trading update revive the…

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Is Sirius Minerals an unmissable bargain at today’s price?

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Despite recovering from the big sell-off, Sirius Minerals plc (LSE: SXX) could still be worth buying right now, thinks Paul…

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Have £2,000 to spend? These out-of-favour growth stocks could still help you retire early

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Paul Summers takes a look at two acquisition-friendly growth stocks, both of which reported to the market this morning.

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Is AA a falling knife worth catching after today’s share price crash?

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AA plc's (LON: AA) latest results have disappointed the market but can the shares be considered a bargain? This Fool…

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3 unknown but great dividend stocks that could help you make a million

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These under-the-radar stocks could be just what dividend hunters are looking for.

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4 ways to be a less emotional investor

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From Brexit to trade wars, there always seems to be something for investors to worry about. Paul Summers offers some…

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Warren Buffett is hoarding his cash. Should you do the same?

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The Sage of Omaha knows a thing or two about investing and, right now, he's keeping his powder dry.

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Is FTSE 100 dog Kingfisher worth buying for its chunky dividend?

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Shares in B&Q and Screwfix owner Kingfisher plc (LON:KGF) dive in early trading. Is the company now a screaming buy?

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Can growth stock Ocado still help you achieve financial independence?

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest trading update from market darling Ocado Group plc (LON:OCDO).

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Don’t rely on the State Pension. These dependable dividend stocks should help you retire in comfort

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Paul Summers picks out two stocks he'd buy to supplement the meagre state payout.

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Time to sell these high-flying small-cap growth stocks?

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at two market minnows you might wish you'd bought last year.

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Will this promising growth stock avoid the IPO curse?

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Trainer retailer Footasylum plc's (LON:FOOT) shares are down 88% since December. Will this new stock avoid the same fate?

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Is Dixons Carphone worth buying for its massive dividend yield?

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The market likes today's figures from Dixons Carphone plc (LON:DC) but should income investors steer clear?

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These small-cap, big-dividend stocks still look great value

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Looking for income AND growth at a great price? Paul Summers thinks these two companies remain very attractive.

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Down over 40% since June, is this former market darling now a bargain?

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This growth stock once rewarded investors handsomely. Paul Summers asks whether its recent poor form will reverse.

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Why September could be a bad month for investors

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History suggests the stocks might lose momentum in September. Paul Summers thinks Foolish investor should stand fast.

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This high-flyer showcases the power of contrarian investing

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Up 13% today, this once-battered mid-cap highlights how rewarding it can be to buy stocks no one else wants.

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Why I’d still buy this Neil Woodford dividend stock despite today’s big share price fall

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The star fund manager loves this big yielding stock. Despite today's events, so does Paul Summers.

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Is the market right to be so bearish on growth stock IQE?

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Interim numbers for former market darling IQE plc (LON:IQE) are out. Paul Summers takes a look.

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Bearish on Brexit? These 2 FTSE 100 stocks should see you through

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Progress on a Brexit deal continues to be painfully slow, but here are two stocks you could hold regardless of…

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This contrarian play could have millionaire-making potential

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Could an 11-year bear market for this commodity be close to ending? Paul Summers takes a closer look.

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3 secret stocks for low-risk investors

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Paul Summers picks out three stocks with defensive characteristics that he'd buy and hold for the long term.

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This ‘boring’ growth stock has turned £1,000 into almost £50,000 in just 5 years

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Why bother looking for the next Amazon when companies doing boring things perform this well?

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How to crush your dream of retiring as a millionaire… in 3 easy steps

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Building a portfolio worth seven figures will be a lot more challenging if you make these mistakes.

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Retirement saving: SIPP or Lifetime ISA?

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Investing for retirement is always a great idea but which product is the best?

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These bargain copper stocks could help you achieve financial independence

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Buying a quality copper miner could be a great investment while prices are low. Paul Summers looks at two options.

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Down almost 30% in 2018, is this FTSE 250 stock a screaming contrarian buy?

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Times are tough at bingo firm Rank Group plc (LON: RNK). Paul Summers thinks there's a far better option out…

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This cheap FTSE 250 dividend stock looks a better buy than Admiral

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Insurance firm Admiral Group plc (LON: ADM) is offering big dividends, but Paul Summers reckons one of its peers could…

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This secret small-cap growth and dividend stock still looks ridiculously cheap

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With a compelling mix of growth and income, Paul Summers thinks this market minnow warrants more attention from investors.

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Don’t wait for the next crash. Here are 3 reasons to invest NOW

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As tempting as it is to stay in cash right now, there are a number of reasons to keep calm…

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This FTSE 100 contrarian stock could help you make a million

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Its share price continues to sink, but Paul Summers thinks this top-tier stock could perform brilliantly for patient investors.

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These growth stars could still help you achieve financial independence

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at two high-flying companies after they released results this morning.

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