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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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With no savings, here’s how I’d use Warren Buffett’s teachings to build wealth

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is among the most successful investors of all time. Here's how we can learn from his teachings, even…

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1 overlooked high-yield dividend stock to consider buying today!

| Dr. James Fox

This dividend stock offers one of the biggest yields I've come across. And with the sector booming, I don't see…

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Could this beaten-down FTSE 100 stock be a takeover target?

| Dr. James Fox

Luxury stocks tend to trade at a premium, but this FTSE 100 brand isn't looking too strong. Could we see…

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Are Tesco shares overvalued?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesco shares might be losing their shine with the supermarket stock flat since the beginning of the year, underperforming a…

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Is this the most undervalued FTSE stock?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE stock has been in the wars since the start of the pandemic, and it can't seem to buck…

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Are IAG shares overvalued after surging 20%?

| Dr. James Fox

IAG stock had been overlooked for some time as low-cost rivals offered better growth. So what's changed to send the…

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Are easyJet shares overvalued?

| Dr. James Fox

easyJet shares have surged 34.5% over the past six months. It's one of the FTSE 100's best-performing stocks. But maybe…

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Are Rolls-Royce shares simply overvalued?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares just keep on gaining, but are they starting to look overvalued? Dr James Fox takes a closer look…

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Have Lloyds shares hit fair value?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have made a remarkable recovery since the beginning of the year, but can the Q1 bull run really…

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No savings in the bank? Here’s how I’d turn surplus salary into a second income

| Dr. James Fox

For many of us, a second income might feel like a dream. But it's really possible if we follow a…

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Could I double my money with NIO stock?

| Dr. James Fox

NIO stock is down 53.6% over the past 12 months and even more from its highs. Is there any hope…

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2 stocks to buy in the high potential gene editing space

| Dr. James Fox

Gene editing is one of the most exciting and interesting investment opportunities. So, here are two stocks to consider buying…

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These growth stocks could supercharge my Stocks & Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

Growth stocks can be a more volatile part of the market, but when held as part of a broad portfolio,…

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Should I buy Tesla stock as it dips?

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock has been in the wars since the start of 2024, massively underperforming other members of the Magnificent Seven.…

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Could this FTSE 250 stock ever rival Ferrari?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 stock has faced big challenges since listing, but it has incredible brand value and a turnaround could…

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Is Nvidia stock a must-have blue-chip investment for a new ISA?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock is certainly appealing with its impressive trajectory and positioning within the AI space. But does it still represent…

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for lifelong passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for passive income. But how can I turn my savings into a portfolio that can deliver…

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£5,000 in cash? Here’s how I’d aim for a second income worth £3,815

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us worldwide invest in stocks for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox picks one stock he thinks…

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Investing Articles

Can Rolls-Royce shares double from here?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have hit new heights in recent days with the share price exceeding 400p. But could we ever see…

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£5,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £22,795 in annual passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Thousands, if not millions of us, invest for passive income. Dr James Fox explains his strategy for building wealth and…

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This could be the best value FTSE 100 stock!

| Dr. James Fox

Investors often say the FTSE 100 is a great place to find value. However, doing so isn't always straightforward. But…

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Investing Articles

2 stocks to kickstart a Stocks & Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

The annual deadline for the Stocks and Shares ISA is 5 April. This means if I want to take advantage…

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Scorpio Tankers: how world events can shape stock market success!

| Dr. James Fox

The stock market offers us exposure to a world of companies and opportunities. Today, I'm looking at a stock that's…

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Could Greggs ever gain promotion from the FTSE 250?

| Dr. James Fox

Greggs is a growth-focused company that appears to be excelling despite a tough market and prevailing trends. But could it…

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I’m up 18% on Lloyds shares! Is it time to sell?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have recovered having slumped at the beginning of the year. Now I'm up, is it time to consider…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Lloyds shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares have surged over the past month on the back of strong earnings and an improving outlook. Dr James…

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Investing Articles

£11,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim for a second income worth £12,560 annually

| Dr. James Fox

For many of us, a second income is the holy grail of investing. Dr James Fox explains how he’d kick…

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No money in the bank? Here’s how I’d aim for £1,113 of monthly passive income as quickly as possible

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for passive income, but just how possible is it when we're starting with no money in…

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £1,000 in Tesla stock 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock has been the worst-performing member of the Magnificent Seven. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the…

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This FTSE 100 stock could be undervalued by 33%!

| Dr. James Fox

There's a host of undervalued stocks on the FTSE 100, but I think this one’s perhaps the clearest example of…

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If I’d invested £1,000 when the Rolls-Royce share price bottomed out, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price bottomed out in October 2022 as political challenges put further pressure on the already struggling stock.

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Will this iconic FTSE 250 carmaker ever gain promotion to the FTSE 100?

| Dr. James Fox

Aston Martin now languishes towards the lower end of the FTSE 250, but could there be a recovery on the…

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Up 16.9%, have I missed my chance to buy more Scottish Mortgage shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares have staged something of a recovery over the past 12 months, but will it continue? Dr James…

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Is NIO stock the bargain of the century?

| Dr. James Fox

NIO stock's down 25.5% over 12 months and around 90% from its highs. Dr James Fox wonders if we're looking…

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An 11.9% yield and surging earnings: could this be the best dividend stock?

| Dr. James Fox

This dividend stock's benefitting from a supercycle that's sending its earnings higher. And that bodes well for its mega 11.9%…

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Is Nvidia stock simply too expensive?

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock's experienced a meteoric rise over the past 12 months, but might this AI-engendered propulsion have gone too far?

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With the Stocks & Shares ISA deadline approaching, here’s how I’d invest £10,000

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is an investment wrapper that allows UK residents to grow wealth and earn money without…

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The stock I’m least likely to sell in my Stocks & Shares ISA is…

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA offers UK residents an excellent opportunity to build wealth and earn a passive income. So,…

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Starting with nothing in 2024? I’d use Warren Buffett’s methods to build wealth

| Dr. James Fox

Warren Buffett is among the most successful investors of all time, but even those of us with no savings can…

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Middle-aged white man pulling an aggrieved face while looking at a screen
Investing Articles

Should I be worried that Lloyds shares might drop again?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares are up 15.5% over the past month and still look cheap. But how do I know the stock…

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