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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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Are Lloyds shares a bargain in plain sight?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares are among the worst-performing UK stocks in 2024. Maybe this is an opportune moment to pick up this…

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This FTSE 100 stock pays a 10.2% dividend yield

| Dr. James Fox

This is one of the best paying dividend stocks on the FTSE 100. So, should I consider investing again as…

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Up 235%, this FTSE 250 stock pays a 6.1% dividend yield

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 stock has massively outperformed the index over the past three years. Dr James Fox explores whether this…

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When will the Rolls-Royce share price rally end?

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price surged 220% in 2023. Now some brokerages are saying the engineering giant's bull run has gone…

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Here’s how I’d aim to double my second income!

| Dr. James Fox

For many of us, investing is a way to earn a second income, and it can be one of the…

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How I’d aim to double my money using the Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

UK residents can harness the power of the Stocks and Shares ISA to build wealth tax-free. Here’s how I’d aim…

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I’d aim to turn a £20,000 ISA into £28,133 of passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Investing can certainly be daunting for those with no experience. So here's how I'd invest £20,000 and aim for a…

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Savings wiped out? I’d use Warren Buffett’s method to rebuild wealth!

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is among the most successful investors of all time. So here's how his teachings can help us build…

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This super stock could pay a 15.5% dividend yield!

| Dr. James Fox

This company operates in a sector where earnings are surging amid geopolitical upheaval, and pays one excellent dividend yield.

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Can I bank on Lloyds shares recovering or is it dead money?

| Dr. James Fox

Investors are clearly wary of UK banks and Lloyds shares are testament to that. However, it has some great metrics…

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Here’s how I’d invest £200 a month and target a £12,251 second income

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest so that one day we can take a second income. Dr James Fox underlines his strategy,…

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Up 197%, has the Rolls-Royce share price gone too far?

| Dr. James Fox

Having tripled in value over the past 12 months, should investors be cautious as the Rolls-Royce share price keeps pushing…

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Down 37.6%, this FTSE 250 stock pays a 12.3% dividend yield! Tempting?

| Dr. James Fox

On paper, this FTSE 250 stock looks like one of the strongest dividend-paying companies I've come across. Should I be…

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Down 27%, this FTSE 100 stock pays a 12.4% dividend yield!

| Dr. James Fox

At first glance, this FTSE 100 stock has one of the strongest dividend yields. But is this big dividend just…

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Here’s how to invest £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a 7%+ dividend yield!

| Dr. James Fox

Discover which companies pay a 7%+ dividend yield and what to consider before investing a considerable sum of money in…

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An 8.7% yield but down 20%! Time for me to buy this forgotten FTSE cash cow?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 dropout yields 8.7% and recently announced plans to trim its workforce to improve margins amid broader economic…

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Here’s how I’d invest today for a magnificent second income in the future!

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a second income, but not all have the funds to generate a life-changing one. Here's…

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I think Lloyds shares could surge at least 20% this year!

| Dr. James Fox

James Fox believes Lloyds shares are greatly undervalued. As soon as interest rates show signs of falling, he thinks the…

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Here’s how I’d aim to turn £10,000 of savings into £14,136 of passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

Building a passive income portfolio is a lot like investing in a pension. In the near term we want growth,…

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Up 169%, Rolls-Royce shares can fly higher!

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares outperformed the FTSE 100 in 2023. Given the strong forecasts, James Fox thinks it could happen again in…

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Could these beaten-down FTSE 250 stocks deliver magnificent returns in 2024?

| Dr. James Fox

These four FTSE 250 stocks haven't performed well in recent years. Amid an improving economic backdrop, could they be the…

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This FTSE 100 stock pays a 9.95% dividend yield!

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stocks has, in my view, the strongest dividend on the index, with decent coverage and strong and…

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Meta stock jumped 12% in post-market trading! Should I buy more after stellar results?

| Dr. James Fox

Meta stock surged after the company reported top-line growth and margin expansion, in part thanks to Mark Zuckerberg's efficiency drive.

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Shell share price ticks up as energy giant beats expectations!

| Dr. James Fox

The Shell share price pushed upwards after the company easily beat profit expectations. What does this mean for potential investors?

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How much do I need in order to earn a living from the stock market?

| Dr. James Fox

The stock market provides us with the unique opportunity to earn money with almost no work at all. But just…

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If I’d put £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares 3 months ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares outperformed the FTSE 100 by some distance in 2023. Dr James Fox explores whether there's still energy left…

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£11,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £3,503 passive income a month

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for passive income. But turning a relatively small portfolio into something that generates a life-changing return…

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Buy-to-let is dying, I’d follow Warren Buffett and start building a passive income empire

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is among the most successful investors of all time and he hasn't been shy in sharing his investment…

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Is this a golden opportunity to buy Lloyds shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Shares in Lloyds have plummeted since the beginning of the year as expectations for interest rate cuts fade. Dr James…

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How I’d invest £200 a month in top-ranking stocks to target an annual £36,167 second income

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. But just how easy is it to turn a monthly contribution into…

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As the BT share price slides, here’s how many shares I’d need for £2,000 a year in passive income!

| Dr. James Fox

On paper, this telecoms giant looks like one of the strongest dividend stocks on the index. So, does the falling…

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Tesla stock dips as results fail to impress! Am I looking at a buying opportunity?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock fell in after-hours trading on Wednesday 24 January after its Q4 results. Shares in the manufacturer are down…

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What’s going on with the abrdn share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The abrdn share price dropped further on Wednesday 24 January after the firm announced £12bn of net outflows and that…

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The pros and cons of buying NIO stock right now

| Dr. James Fox

NIO stock has fallen to new lows for the year. So are we looking at a golden opportunity for investors…

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Rockhopper Exploration vs Predator Oil & Gas: which FTSE-listed independent is best?

| Dr. James Fox

These two independent oil and gas companies are pretty volatile. But which of these FTSE stocks represents the best value…

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With no money in 2024, I’d use Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us are starting the year with little or no savings. Here's how we can build wealth using our…

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Here’s how much I’d need to invest in Lloyds shares for a £2,000 second income

| Dr. James Fox

For many investors a second income is the dream goal, allowing us to fund holidays, cars, pay off the mortgage.…

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Putting aside £100 a week? Here’s how I’d aim for £85,456 in passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for passive income. Here, Dr James Fox highlights how we can turn excess cash into a…

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Why 2024 could be the year for global growth stocks

| Dr. James Fox

Many growth stocks underperformed in 2023. Here's why it may be a good time to invest in growth-focused companies as…

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

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price has slumped since the turn of the year. Dr James Fox explores whether this could be…

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