Dr. James Fox, Author at The Motley Fool UK

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

3 February, 2024 | 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!

3 February, 2024 | 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!

3 February, 2024 | 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?

3 February, 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!

3 February, 2024 | 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?

2 February, 2024 | 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!

1 February, 2024 | 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?

1 February, 2024 | 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

28 January, 2024 | 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

28 January, 2024 | 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

28 January, 2024 | 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?

27 January, 2024 | 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

27 January, 2024 | 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!

25 January, 2024 | 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?

25 January, 2024 | 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?

24 January, 2024 | 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

23 January, 2024 | 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?

22 January, 2024 | 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

21 January, 2024 | 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

21 January, 2024 | 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

21 January, 2024 | 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

21 January, 2024 | 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?

19 January, 2024 | 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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The BT share price slumps again! Is this a golden opportunity?

19 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

Investors may be on the lookout for bargains this month. With the BT share price falling almost 10% in 2024,…

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Hargreaves Lansdown vs AJ Bell: these FTSE 250 stock surged, but which is best?

19 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

Both of these FTSE 250 stocks performed extremely well on Thursday 18 January. Dr James Fox takes a closer look…

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

18 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

Aviva shares have surged along with their peers on expectations that interest rates will fall. Dr James Fox takes a…

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Top tier income stocks to consider buying in January!

17 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox details his top income stocks, listed in the…

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Hidden potential: a rare chance to get rich on the stock market?

17 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

The UK stock market has been a serious laggard over the past eight years. Brexit, the pandemic, and political uncertainty…

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

17 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

NIO stock surged during the pandemic when investors rushed to the EV challenger as it started turning heads. So what's…

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If I’d put £1,000 in BP shares 1 year ago, here’s what I’d have today

15 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

BP shares are down over 100p since peaking in 2023. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at what investors…

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What are the best stocks to buy according to data?

15 January, 2024 | Dr. James Fox

It's always challenging to identify the best stocks to buy. As such, sometimes it's best to let the data do…