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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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3 growth stocks that could make you rich

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Roland Head takes a look at three fast-moving growth stocks. Can these star performers deliver further gains?

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Are these high-flying FTSE 250 engineers worth buying?

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Progress has been swift for these two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks, but what's next?

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Was I right to buy this FTSE 100 stock in February?

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Roland Head explains why he bought this FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stock in February and considers a possible alternative.

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Two 6% yields I’d buy today, and one I’d sell

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Roland Head takes a fresh look at three value stocks with high yields.

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks trading at bargain levels

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Roland Head takes a look at three FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks with 6% yields and attractive valuations.

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Could these FTSE 100 stars disappoint investors in 2017?

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Roland Head considers the outlook for two top FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) performers. Is it time to take profits?

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Why these growth stocks might still be far too cheap

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Roland Head takes a look at two top growth stocks and asks whether further gains are likely.

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Why these value stocks could be contrarian buys in 2017

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Roland Head takes a look at two of this year's big fallers and asks: is hidden value on offer at…

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Why Rio Tinto plc could hit 4,000p in 2017

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Roland Head asks whether Rio Tinto plc (LON:RIO) can continue climbing after beating market expectations in 2016.

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2 growth stocks that could deliver a 50% gain in 2017

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Roland Head reviews the latest figures from two hotly-debated growth stocks.

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Should I buy more BP plc after Q4 profits double?

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Roland Head reviews the latest figures from BP plc (LON:BP) and asks: do the shares deserve a buy rating?

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2 bargain dividend stocks I’d buy now

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Roland Head considers two financial stocks with attractive yields and strong upside potential.

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Why this growth star could disappoint investors in 2017

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Roland Head considers whether it's time to take profits on two big-cap growth stocks.

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Can debt deal help this growth stock beat last year’s 365% gain?

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Roland Head takes a look at the growth prospects for one of last year's top performers following news of a…

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2 Neil Woodford stocks Warren Buffett might buy in 2017

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Roland Head considers the latest results from a specialist financial firm and explains why investors may want to look more…

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2 stocks you could buy today and never sell

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Roland Head uncovers two stocks he believes could be Warren Buffett-style 'forever' investments.

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Should you buy or sell AstraZeneca plc after FY sales fall 5%?

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Roland Head reviews 2016 results from AstraZeneca plc (LON:AZN) and asks whether the firm's ambitious goals deserve a buy rating.

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2 dividend stocks with 15% growth potential in 2017

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Roland Head highlights two market-beating stocks with the potential to deliver growth and income.

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Is Centamin plc today’s top gold buy after 313% profit growth?

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Roland Head reviews a strong set of results from Centamin plc (LON:CEY) but highlights a potential downside for shareholders.

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Why Tesco plc shareholders should cheer £3.7bn Booker Group plc deal

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Roland Head explains why the merger between Tesco plc (LON:TSCO) and Booker Group plc (LON:BOK) should be good news for…

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Could bargain stocks Lonmin plc and Bowleven plc double despite trouble?

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Roland Head assesses the prospects for shareholders of Lonmin plc (LON:LMI) and Bowleven plc (LON:BLVN).

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Should I top up with Diageo plc after 28% profit growth?

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Roland Head reviews the latest market-beating figures from Diageo plc (LON:DGE). Should he buy more?

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This fast-growing small cap looks cheap to me after 30% profit growth

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Roland Head looks at a small cap services firm and one of its larger peers, and asks if investor concerns…

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Is Banco Santander SA an income buy after profits rise 4%?

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Roland Head explains why he's impressed by the latest figures from Banco Santander SA (LON:BNC).

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Is IG Group Holdings plc a contrarian buy after profits rise by 7.8%?

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Roland Head takes a look at IG Group Holdings plc's (LON:IGG) latest figures and suggests another contrarian pick.

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2 small caps that could double in 2017

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Roland Head takes a look at two of today's top small-cap movers.

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Is BT Group plc a falling knife to catch after dropping 15% today?

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Roland Head asks whether today's shock profit warning from BT Group plc (LON:BT.A) is a buying opportunity.

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Does $200m+ cash pile make Lamprell plc a recovery buy for 2017?

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Investors in Lamprell plc (LON:LAM) should focus on the cash and look forward to 2018, says Roland Head.

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This cash-rich tech stock remains my top Brexit buy after 9% growth

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Roland Head looks at the latest figures from two software groups with strong growth credentials.

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Two super 5%+ dividend yields I’m buying for the year ahead

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Roland Head takes a look at two top dividend stocks from his portfolio.

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2 soaring small caps set for significant gains

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Roland Head takes a look at two retailers with the potential to deliver significant upside.

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Is Chemring Group plc an unmissable buy after 45% profit growth?

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Roland Head looks at the upside potential for Chemring Group plc (LON:CHG) and considers a possible alternative.

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Is fast-growing Workspace Group plc ord gbp1 a top property buy after 11.1% rent growth?

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Roland Head explains why Workspace Group plc ord gbp1 (LON:WKP) may offer value after today's Q3 results.

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Is this turnaround stock still a bargain after 140% revenue growth?

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Roland Head asks whether two contrasting mining stocks still offer value after a year of big gains.

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Is Mitie Group plc uninvestable after today’s profit warning?

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Roland Head examines the numbers behind the latest profit warning from Mitie Group plc (LON:MTO).

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After 3.4% sales growth, was I wrong to doubt JD Wetherspoon plc?

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Roland Head explains why today's update has changed his view on pub chain J D Wetherspoon plc (LON:JDW).

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Does 9% customer growth make Provident Financial plc a better buy than Lloyds Banking Group plc?

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Do high margins and strong lending growth make Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) a better buy than Lloyds Banking Group plc…

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Is Goals Soccer Centres plc on the cusp of a major turnaround?

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Roland Head looks at the latest figures from Goals Soccer Centres plc (LON:GOAL). Could investors score with this recovery play?

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Is Ashmore Group plc’s 6% dividend yield safe after 4% asset slump?

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Roland Head explains why shares of Ashmore Group plc (LON:ASHM) are rising today.

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Is SIG plc on the road to recovery after sales rise 11.2% in 2016?

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Shares of SIG plc (LON:SHI) have soared this morning. Roland Head asks if it's safe to invest after November's profit…

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