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Roland Head

Roland is an experienced investment writer and analyst with a particular focus on dividend investing and value opportunities. He's been writing for the Motley Fool since 2012 and also contributes to other UK investor platforms, such as Stockopedia. Roland holds the CFA UK Investment Management Certificate (IMC) and has passed the CFA Level 1 exam. A keen private investor, he also runs an internet business.

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Can the Kier share price continue to surge higher?

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Roland Head is impressed with turnaround progress at Kier, but his analysis suggests that Kier's share price might not be…

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3 of the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy today

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Roland Head explains why he thinks these FTSE 100 stocks should perform well this year, even if the economic outlook…

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UDG shares soar on takeover bid. Here’s another healthcare stock I’d buy now

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The UDG share price is up on takeover news. But Roland Head also looks at another healthcare stock he sees…

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The FTSE 100 is falling: three 7% dividend yield shares I’d buy now

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These FTSE 100 high dividend yield shares could be a great way to protect against the risk of a falling…

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The Provident Financial share price is crashing: should I buy?

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The Provident Financial share price is down by 30% so far this year as the firm battles problems at its…

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2 UK shares I think Warren Buffett would buy today

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Roland Head explains why these successful UK shares are on his buy list -- and why he thinks the 'Oracle…

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Is the IAG share price still cheap enough to buy?

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The IAG share price has soared since November. Roland Head reviews the latest numbers and explains why he's not buying…

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As the Meggitt share price soars, have I left it too late to buy?

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The Meggitt share price has doubled in 12 months and is surging higher on bid rumours. Roland Head explains why…

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The ITM Power share price is down 30%. Should I buy now?

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The ITM Power share price is down by 30% in a month. Roland Head revisits the news and asks what's…

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If I could only buy one tech share, this would be it

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This founder-backed UK tech share has lagged the FTSE 100 this year. Roland Head explains why he thinks it could…

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The Darktrace share price is up 30%. Should I buy the stock now?

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The Darktrace share price has soared since the firm's flotation. Roland Head explains why he's attracted to this cyber security…

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If I could only buy 1 UK share, this would be it

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This UK share ticks all the boxes for our writer, who explains why this unfashionable firm has outperformed many trendier…

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2 ESG investing stocks I’d buy right now

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Roland Head explains his approach to picking stocks for ESG investing and chooses two he thinks could make a positive…

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Will the Rolls-Royce share price soar in May?

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Will the Rolls-Royce share price surge higher as flying restrictions are lifted? Roland Head explains why he thinks this FTSE…

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UK shares to buy for May: how I’d invest £2,000 today

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After a strong market rally, which UK shares still deserve a 'buy' rating? Roland Head looks at two stocks he…

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Will the GSK share price keep climbing in May?

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GSK's share price is up from its March lows, but the firm is still the biggest FTSE 100 faller over…

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Travis Perkins and Mulberry are today’s big share-price movers: here’s why

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Travis Perkins and Mulberry issued market-moving updates today. Roland Head explains the impact on each company's share price.

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Passive income: 2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy now

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Roland Head reveals two FTSE 100 stocks he's been buying for passive income. One of these firms hasn't cut its…

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The Tristel share price crashes on a profit warning: should I buy?

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The Tristel share price is crashing after the medical disinfectant specialist warned of a big fall in profits due to…

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The Novacyt share price is flying. Should I buy the rebound?

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The Novacyt share price is up by more than 15% today and the company has a number of new products.…

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FirstGroup share price soars on £3.3bn US deal: should I buy?

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The FirstGroup share price is rising thanks to a cash deal that should clear the group's debts. But Roland Head…

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Why I’d buy National Grid shares for my ISA

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Roland Head explains why he'd add National Grid shares to a passive income portfolio, given the group's growing exposure to…

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These UK growth stocks have tripled in a year: should I buy now?

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These growth stocks have triple-bagged for lucky shareholders. Roland Head takes a fresh look and asks if he should add…

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Is the AstraZeneca share price undervalued?

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The AstraZeneca share price has been falling since last summer. Roland Head is starting to see a potential buying opportunity.

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FTSE 100 hits 7,000: here’s what I’m doing now

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The FTSE 100 has bounced back quickly since vaccines became available. Roland Head explains where he's finding value today.

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Why Imperial Brands’ share price is too cheap for me to ignore

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The Imperial Brands share price has fallen from £40 in 2016 to £15 today. Roland Head explains why he thinks…

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Why I think the Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust share price will rise again

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The Scottish Mortgage share price has been on a rollercoaster ride this year. But Roland Head thinks this FTSE 100…

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The Tesco share price looks cheap to me: here’s why I’d buy

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The Tesco share price has fallen -- or has it? Roland Head explains why he doesn't think this FTSE 100…

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Ted Baker and Babcock shares are soaring. Should I buy now?

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The Babcock share price was the biggest riser in the FTSE 250 last week. Roland Head explains what's happened and…

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The Helium One share price is up 200%! Should I buy now?

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The Helium One share price has tripled since December. Roland Head looks at the HE1 story and asks if this…

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The easyJet share price is flying. Should I buy the stock now?

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Roland Head likes this budget airline but is concerned by the rapid rise of easyJet's share price. Is a full…

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Will the Wetherspoons share price soar as pubs reopen?

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The Wetherspoons share price is up, but Roland Head isn't buying. He explains why he thinks this reopening stock is…

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The Petrofac share price is up 20% in a week: here’s what I’m doing

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The Petrofac share price is on a tear. Roland Head looks at the latest news and gives his view on…

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The Novacyt share price has crashed: here’s what I’d do now

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The Novacyt share price fell by 40% on Friday. Roland Head looks at the outlook for the Covid-19 testing specialist…

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The Deliveroo share price falls: I’m not buying yet

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The Deliveroo share price is down 30% in a week. Roland Head asks if this is an opportunity to buy…

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Why I think Lloyds’ share price could return to 60p

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The Lloyds share price is up by more than 50% since November. Roland Head explains why he thinks the stock…

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Why I think the Saga share price should keep climbing

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The Saga share price is up 65% in 2021. Roland Head looks at the latest numbers from the firm and…

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3 penny stocks I’d buy for my ISA in April

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Penny stocks aren't without risk, but they can deliver big gains. Roland Head has found three small-cap shares he thinks…

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Will the BP share price keep climbing?

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The BP share price is up by nearly 50% so far in 2021. Roland Head looks at the prospects for…

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying Rolls-Royce shares and IAG. Here’s what I’d do

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The IAG and Rolls-Royce share prices have staged a powerful rally since November. Roland asks if it's too late to…

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