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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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These top income and growth stocks still look too cheap

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On a busy day for trading updates, Paul Summers takes a look at the latest numbers from two dividend and…

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These small-cap growth stocks deserve to trade at a premium

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Value investors wouldn't go anywhere near them, but Paul Summers thinks these relatively expensive high-growth stocks still offer lots of…

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Why I’d consider dumping high-flying Morrisons for this FTSE 100 faller

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WM Morrison Supermarkets plc (LON: MSW) has had a decent run, but Paul Summers thinks the share price might be…

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Is the Greggs share price a falling knife to catch after plummeting 15%?

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High street baker Greggs plc (LON: GRG) sinks after a lackluster trading update. Time to buy?

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Why I’d consider buying this high-flying FTSE 250 growth stock alongside Aviva

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Insurance giant Aviva plc (LON:AV) still looks a great investment based on earnings growth forecasts, but this industry peer also…

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This FTSE 100 giant isn’t the only heavy faller I’d consider buying today

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Does a near-25% fall in its share price since the start of 2018 make this Footsie stock a bargain? This…

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Could the Just Eat share price actually be one of the best bargains in the FTSE 100?

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As Just Eat plc (LON:JE) continues to deliver, Paul Summers takes a closer look at today's trading update.

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One FTSE 100 income stock I’d consider buying in May and one I’d sell

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Despite returning less cash to shareholders, Paul Summers would back this Footsie financial giant over one of its high-paying top…

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Pay off debt or invest? A Motley Fool perspective

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Should those wanting to start investing have paid off their debts first? 'Not necessarily,' says Paul Summers.

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One big reason I’d consider buying these two small-cap growth stocks

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These two growth stocks have caught this Fool's attention for one specific reason.

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These promising growth stocks have crushed the FTSE 100 in April

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Paul Summers looks at two small-cap stocks that have soared in value since the start of the month.

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FTSE 100 oil giant Royal Dutch Shell’s share price keeps rising. Time to buy?

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Shares in big oiler Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:RDSB) have had a great run. Is there more to come?

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FTSE 100 giant Whitbread reveals plans to spin off Costa. Time to buy?

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Having now announced its intention to spin off Costa, Paul Summers takes a closer look at Whitbread plc's (LON:WTB) latest…

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Why I believe the Boohoo share price is too cheap to ignore

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest set of full-year numbers from AIM fast fashion beast Boohoo.com plc (LON:BOO)

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Are National Grid and Marks and Spencer Group the FTSE 100 bargains of the year?

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Battered Footsie giants National Grid plc (LON:NG) and Marks and Spencer Group plc (LON:MKS) look like tempting buys, but are…

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Why becoming a contrarian investor could be your ticket to financial independence

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These stocks are great examples of why learning to do what others won't can have a huge impact on your…

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These small-cap growth stocks are crushing the FTSE 100

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Looking for better returns? These minnows have seriously outperformed the market's top tier.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend growth stocks I’d buy and hold forever

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Looking for resilient companies that regularly increase their payouts to shareholders? Paul Summers focuses on two of the best from…

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Why I’d continue to shun this Neil Woodford backed turnaround stock

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest set of full-year numbers from this battered Neil Woodford favourite.

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Will the WPP share price ever make a successful comeback?

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What does the departure of long-standing CEO Martin Sorrell mean for FTSE 100 advertising giant WPP plc (LON:WPP)?

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Will these heavily-shorted stocks sink further in 2018?

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Paul Summers takes a look at two of the most hated companies on the market.

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Why shares in Micro Focus and this FTSE 100 giant plunged in March

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Not had time to check in with the markets? Here's what you need to know about recent falls at Micro…

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Can you afford to ignore this small-cap growth stock after today’s news?

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Trading at this small-cap continues to be decent. Should growth investors take advantage of recent share price weakness?

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Is Tesco’s share price about to return to 300p?

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The recovery at Tesco plc (LSE: TSCO) continues to gather momentum. Is it finally time to buy the stock?

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The secret to beating almost everyone in the markets

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Paul Summers explains how Foolish investors can gain an edge over other market participants.

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Ready to begin investing? Don’t do anything before you’ve read this

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Paul Summers draws up a 'to do' list for budding investors before they dive into the stock market.

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This FTSE 250 growth stock could be a great buy after today’s news

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest trading update from this under-the-radar company.

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Why April could be a great month for investors

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History may not repeat itself but it often rhymes. Here's what investors need to know about where shares could be…

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This FTSE 100 giant will hike its dividend by 499% this year

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Love dividends? You need to take a look at this Footsie giant.

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2 FTSE 250 value stocks I’d consider buying for my ISA

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Hunting for value in a rather expensive market? Paul Summers has a couple of suggestions.

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Could these ‘secret’ small-cap stocks help you achieve financial independence?

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Paul Summers take a closer look at two under-the-radar small-cap shares and their potential to help you quit the rat…

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2 top small-cap growth stocks that could help you become an ISA millionaire

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Looking to create a million-pound portfolio over the long term? Check out these two hot growth stocks.

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Why I’d buy this FTSE 100 dividend hero over United Utilities Group plc

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Following today's news, Paul Summers prefers this Footsie giant over water company United Utilities Group plc (LON: UU).

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One bargain dividend stock I’d buy for my ISA today (and one I’d avoid)

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Paul Summers thinks small-caps could be a great addition to most dividend-focused portfolios, but choose carefully.

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3 top dividend stocks to consider before the ISA deadline

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As we approach the ISA deadline, Paul Summers picks out three great options for dividend investors.

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2 bargain growth stocks that could you help you become an ISA millionaire

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Dream of having a portfolio worth seven figures? Paul Summers picks out two stocks that might help get you there.

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Why I’d buy this top quality growth stock over this turnaround contender

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Paul Summers thinks this global lifestyle brand with surging online sales still warrants attention from investors, despite today's share price…

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2 promising small-cap growth stocks to stash in your ISA

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at two last-minute small-cap options for your ISA.

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Is growth stock IQE plc the tech buy of the decade?

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IQE's (LON:IQE) full-year numbers are in. Paul Summers takes a look.

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The dividend allowance cut (and how you can beat it)

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Don't be caught out by changes to the dividend allowance. Paul Summers runs through what investors can do to protect…

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