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Dr. James Fox

Based in London, James is ranked as the UK’s no.1 independent stock picker, according to Stockomendation. He holds a PhD in development economics and is a regular contributor to a range of business and economics publications. James specialises in identifying growth-oriented investments backed by great metrics.

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2 cheap shares to consider as Trump shocks markets

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Dr James Fox examines several cheap shares, on paper at least, as markets experience a broad sell-off in reaction to…

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These FTSE shares may offer some safety as Trump slaps tariffs on trading partners

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FTSE shares moved lower on 3 April, after US President Donald Trump introduced hefty tariffs on its trading partners. These…

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When will Lloyds shares hit £1?

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Lloyds shares have surged over the past 12 months, but where will they go next? Dr James Fox thinks there’s…

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Wow! IAG shares are undervalued by 47%, according to analysts

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IAG shares have surged over the past 18 months, but analysts are pointing to more growth. Dr James Fox takes…

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How I’m building a new second income for 2035

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Millions of us invest for a second income. Here are the steps Dr James Fox is taking in order to…

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£10,000 invested in Raspberry Pi shares at the beginning of 2025 is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Raspberry Pi shares offer something a little different for UK-focused investors. But while the minicomputer company surged after IPO, it’s…

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I think the Tesla share price could halve again and still be overvalued

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price reflects the belief that Elon Musk’s company will dominate the transportation industry of the future, but…

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£10,000 invested in Aston Martin shares 1 month ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Aston Martin shares lifted on 31 March after Lawrence Stroll announced a new investment in the car company, but it’s…

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Here’s why Warren Buffett’s stock surged as the market suffered

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett has played another blinder. As billions of dollars flooded into US equities, Buffett started hoarding cash and Treasuries…

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Consider this stamp duty-exempt FTSE stock before the ISA deadline

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This FTSE AIM stock appears vastly undervalued, according to Dr James Fox. Here’s why he’s considering buying more of it…

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Aiming for £2,000 of monthly passive income? Here’s an ISA strategy that could help

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons invest in the stock market with the goal of one day earnings a passive income. Dr James…

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How much would an investor need in an ISA for a £6,000 monthly second income?

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Millions of Britons invest for a second income but never realise their dreams. Dr James Fox talks us through the…

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How an investor could open a Stocks & Shares ISA before 5 April, and aim for millionaire status

| Dr. James Fox

If an investor doesn’t use their Stocks and Shares ISA allowance before 5 April, it’s gone. Dr James Fox explains…

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£10,000 invested in Nvidia stock 3 years ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock has pulled back, and that surprised some investors who thought this stock would go to the stars. Dr…

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£10,000 invested in Greggs shares 2 years ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Greggs shares were a retail investor favourite and honestly, I never understood why. Dr James Fox takes a closer look…

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3 things to remember ahead of the new 2025-26 ISA year

| Dr. James Fox

The ISA deadline comes when the tax year ends. That's 5 April, representing the last opportunity to take advantage of…

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Here’s why the S&P 500 may tank

| Dr. James Fox

The S&P 500 has outpaced global equity markets in recent years. However, there’s some cause for concern as Trump causes…

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£10,000 invested in Shell shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Oil and gas shares haven’t performed particularly well over the past 12 months and Shell shares reflect that. Dr James…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Lloyds shares

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox walks through the dividend forecast for one of the most popular stocks on the FTSE 100. Despite…

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£10,000 invested in Tesla stock 2 weeks before the US election is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

The US election represented a major turning point for Tesla stock, taking millions of shareholders on one hell of a…

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This FTSE 250 trust is a high-risk, potentially-high-reward play

| Dr. James Fox

Typically, trusts offer a degree of stability due to their diversified nature. Dr James Fox explains why this FTSE 250…

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This has to be one of the best UK stocks to buy, IMO! Here’s what the charts say

| Dr. James Fox

UK stocks are often considered undervalued, but very few appear to come close to this one. Dr James Fox explains…

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Forecast: in 12 months, the Barclays share price could be…

| Dr. James Fox

The Barclays share price has surged over the past 12 months, but where will it go next? Dr James Fox…

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Here’s how Bitcoin could help an investor earn a £10,000 monthly passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of Britons invest in stocks and shares in order to earn a passive income. Here, Dr James Fox explains…

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Is this the FTSE 100’s most exciting investment?

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE 100 is typically home to more mature and dividend-paying stocks, but I’ve always thought of this one as…

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£10,000 invested in Alphabet shares 1 year ago’s now worth…

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Alphabet shares are among the cheapest within mega-cap technology stocks. Dr James Fox explores whether the Google parent is a…

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£10,000 invested in Diageo shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Diageo shares have plummeted. Once among the largest stocks on the FTSE 100, the multinational drinks company is now the…

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What’s going on with IAG shares as Heathrow shuts?

| Dr. James Fox

IAG shares pulled back on Friday 21 March after a fire in west London caused a power outage at Heathrow…

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I think these shares could skyrocket if the US stock market enters a new bull run

| Dr. James Fox

The US stock market has dipped, and this has impacted some shares more than others. Dr James Fox highlights several…

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Is £500,000 enough to generate a second income?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox explains how investors can use the Stocks and Shares ISA to build wealth over the long run…

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Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway stock is surging… here’s why

| Dr. James Fox

Concerns about US exceptionalism and a significant holding in falling Apple aren’t holding Berkshire Hathaway stock back. Dr James Fox…

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£10,000 invested in AstraZeneca shares 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

AstraZeneca shares have recovered from their brief slump with investors broadly buoyed by the company’s long-term business prospects.

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What’s going on with Nvidia stock?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock has slumped, and it seems that CEO Jensen Huang may have lost the Midas touch after his AI…

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What’s going on with the BP share price in 2025?

| Dr. James Fox

The BP share price is up from its nadir, but the volatility's arguably making it hard to invest. What’s more,…

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

| Dr. James Fox

It’s been a terrible few weeks for Elon Musk’s net worth with the Tesla share price falling by more than…

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3 reasons to avoid Greggs shares in 2025

| Dr. James Fox

Greggs shares have endured a greatly deserved sell-off in recent months. Dr James Fox thinks investors should consider staying away.

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Up 490%, Lion Finance Group is a new name on the FTSE 250… but what is it?

| Dr. James Fox

Many investors won’t be familiar with Lion Finance Group, but the FTSE 250 stock has surged 490% over five years.…

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£10,000 invested in NIO stock 1 year ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

NIO stock was a favourite among growth-oriented investors in 2020 and 2021. But it didn’t deliver. Dr James Fox spies…

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Why isn’t everyone aiming for £37m in stocks and shares?

| Dr. James Fox

It’s never too early to start investing in stocks and shares through a SIPP or ISA. Dr James Fox explains…

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Here’s how much an investor needs in an ISA to generate a £27,500 second income

| Dr. James Fox

Imagine creating a second income that's the equivalent of the average post-tax salary in the UK. Dr James Fox explains…

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