Member Login
  1. Authors
    2. /
  2. Dr. James Fox
    3. /

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.

Recent Articles

Young Caucasian woman with pink her studying from her laptop screen
Investing Articles

How cheap is the Lloyds share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price is trading near its 52-week lows. But that doesn't always mean a stock is cheap. Dr…

Read more »

Rolls-Royce engineer working on an engine
Investing Articles

Could the Rolls-Royce share price hit £3 before Christmas?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the Rolls-Royce share price with the stock already climbing 160% over the…

Read more »

Close-up of British bank notes
Investing Articles

I’d buy 1,000 more shares in this stock for passive income… before it surges again

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox highlights one his favourite passive income stocks after it surged during the previous week on the back…

Read more »

Young Asian man drinking coffee at home and looking at his phone
Investing Articles

Can this FTSE 100 stock grow 2x in 2 years?

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE-listed generic manufacturer has been overlooked by many since joining the blue-chip index. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

Read more »

Close up of a group of friends enjoying a movie in the cinema
Investing Articles

Surely it’s only up from here for the NatWest share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The NatWest share price has sunk 18% over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox takes a closer look and…

Read more »

2024 year number handwritten on a sandy beach at sunrise
Investing Articles

Are Spirax-Sarco Engineering shares cheap as FTSE firm forecasts FY24 growth?

| Dr. James Fox

Spirax-Sarco Engineering shares pushed upwards on Thursday 16 November as the company said it expects performance to improve next year.

Read more »

Three signposts pointing in different directions, with 'Buy' 'Sell' and 'Hold' on
Investing Articles

Should I buy the Royal Mail owner for my Stocks & Shares ISA?

| Dr. James Fox

International Distributions Services shares fell on 16 November as the company reported a loss. Is this a buying opportunity for…

Read more »

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

If I’d put £1,000 in Burberry shares 2 years ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Burberry shares can provide investors with exposure to the world of high-end fashion. Dr James Fox takes a closer look…

Read more »

Businessman use electronic pen writing rising colorful graph from 2023 to 2024 year of business planning and stock investment growth concept.
Investing Articles

Is the Experian share price screaming ‘buy’?

| Dr. James Fox

The world's largest credit data company reported an increase in half-yearly profit on 15 November. But what's next for the…

Read more »

Emma Raducanu for Vodafone billboard animation at Piccadilly Circus, London
Investing Articles

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

| Dr. James Fox

The Vodafone share price has underperformed over the past 12 months and is down 25%. Dr James Fox takes a…

Read more »

Investor looking at stock graph on a tablet with their finger hovering over the Buy button
Investing Articles

Which FTSE 100 stocks could rally like Rolls-Royce shares?

| Dr. James Fox

In summer 2022, Rolls-Royce shares were described as being 'woefully mispriced' before rising 160%. Which of these FTSE 100 stocks…

Read more »

Close-up of British bank notes
Investing Articles

Could buying Lloyds shares at 42p, be like buying Rolls-Royce shares in autumn 2022?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares are trading at a fraction of where they were a decade ago. Dr James Fox explored whether this…

Read more »

Close up of a group of friends enjoying a movie in the cinema
Investing Articles

Don’t wait for a stock market crash: FTSE 100 stocks are already on sale

| Dr. James Fox

Some investors may be holding on to their cash waiting for a stock market crash. However, that can be a…

Read more »

Young Caucasian man making doubtful face at camera
Investing Articles

Has the BAE Systems share price become too expensive?

| Dr. James Fox

The BAE Systems share price was among only a handful of stocks to push upwards on Friday 10 November. Has…

Read more »

Aviva logo on glass meeting room door
Investing Articles

How many Aviva shares would I need for a £2,000 second income?

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a juicy, dependable, second income. Here, Dr James Fox takes a closer look at FTSE…

Read more »

Young woman holding up three fingers
Investing Articles

Looking beyond buy-to-let: 3 high-yield insurers for passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for passive income. Here, Dr James Fox details three highly-rated insurers with some of the largest…

Read more »

Hydrogen testing at DLR Cologne
Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares have demonstrated explosive growth over the past 12 months. However, the picture is less positive over five years.

Read more »

Satellite on planet background
Investing Articles

Should I buy more of this FTSE 100 stock for SpaceX exposure?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stock is the only company on the index that can provide exposure to Elon Musk's SpaceX Corp.…

Read more »

Young mixed-race couple sat on the beach looking out over the sea
Investing Articles

Will FTSE 250 stock Wizz Air ever soar again?

| Dr. James Fox

Wizz Air disappointed investors as it cut its guidance for the full year ending in March 2024. Can the FTSE…

Read more »

Engineer Project Manager Talks With Scientist working on Computer
Investing Articles

Does the AstraZeneca share price scream value?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at the AstraZeneca share price following the company's Q3 results. Is this growth-focused…

Read more »

Front view photo of a woman using digital tablet in London
Investing Articles

Should I buy the Primark owner as Associated British Foods’ share price surges?

| Dr. James Fox

The Associated British Foods share price soared after the firm reported a 25% jump in profits in its FY23 earnings,…

Read more »

Customers being shown around a house in progress
Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in Persimmon shares 2 years ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Persimmon shares after the housebuilder reported Q3 earnings and kept its guidance…

Read more »

Young mixed-race woman jumping for joy in a park with confetti falling around her
Investing Articles

Forget buy-to-let, this 11.2% dividend yield is my passive income pick!

| Dr. James Fox

We'd all love to have a passive income. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at a FTSE 100 dividend…

Read more »

Hydrogen testing at DLR Cologne
Investing Articles

Can I double my money with Rolls-Royce shares again?

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares are the investment story of the year with 162% growth. Dr James Fox explores what's next for the…

Read more »

Silhouette of a bull standing on top of a landscape with the sun setting behind it
Investing Articles

Can NIO shares grow 5x in 5 years?

| Dr. James Fox

NIO shares continue to display extreme volatility. The stock is heavily influenced by events outside of its control. Dr James…

Read more »

Businessman use electronic pen writing rising colorful graph from 2023 to 2024 year of business planning and stock investment growth concept.
Investing Articles

Legal & General shares have a 8.8% dividend yield! Is there a catch?

| Dr. James Fox

Legal & General shares are among the top picks for dividend investors on the FTSE 100. Dr James Fox explores…

Read more »

Close-up of British bank notes
Investing Articles

How many Legal & General shares would I need for a £2,000 second income?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at one of the best stocks for a second income. UK insurer Legal…

Read more »

Businessman use electronic pen writing rising colorful graph from 2023 to 2024 year of business planning and stock investment growth concept.
Investing Articles

Could the beaten-down Lloyds share price hit 80p?

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price has suffered further in recent weeks despite an earnings beat. Currently, the highest target price is…

Read more »

Person holding magnifying glass over important document, reading the small print
Investing Articles

Why this 18% high yield may not be as attractive as it seems

| Dr. James Fox

Dividend giant Steppe Cement offers investors a high yield, but can it be trusted? Dr James Fox explains why all…

Read more »

Side of boat fuelled by gas to liquids, advertising Shell GTL Fuel
Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in Shell shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Shell shares after the FTSE 100's largest company reported its Q3 results…

Read more »

Engineer Project Manager Talks With Scientist working on Computer
Investing Articles

Is the Hikma Pharmaceuticals share price becoming cheap?

| Dr. James Fox

The Hikma Pharmaceuticals share price dipped after a trading update on Thursday 2 November. Dr James Fox explores whether this…

Read more »

High flying easyJet women bring daughters to work to inspire next generation of women in STEM
Investing Articles

Why the easyJet share price plunged 15% in October

| Dr. James Fox

The easyJet share price reversed gains in October despite registering a record fourth-quarter profit. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

Read more »

GSK scientist holding lab syringe
Investing Articles

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

| Dr. James Fox

GSK shares remained flat on results day despite it registering a strong third quarter. Dr James Fox explores what's next…

Read more »

Aston Martin DBX - rear pic of trunk
Investing Articles

Is the FTSE 100 still achievable after Aston Martin’s Q3 results?

| Dr. James Fox

Aston Martin dipped after its Q3 results as it downgraded its volume outlook for the DB12 model. Dr James Fox…

Read more »

Workers at Whiting refinery, US
Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in BP shares 10 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

BP shares have fallen after a Q3 earnings miss, despite a sizeable $1.5bn buyback. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

Read more »

Young brown woman delighted with what she sees on her screen
Investing Articles

If I’d invested £10,000 in HSBC shares a year ago, here’s what I’d have today

| Dr. James Fox

HSBC shares are among the FTSE 100's best performers over the past 12 months. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

Read more »

Businesswoman analyses profitability of working company with digital virtual screen
Investing Articles

If I’d put £1,000 in Aviva shares 2 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Aviva shares are among the most watched by retail investors. The insurer is a much more attractive investment proposition today…

Read more »

Diverse group of friends cheering sport at bar together
Investing Articles

£5k in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for £60k of passive income within 30 years

| Dr. James Fox

Our investments have the ability to compound year after year. So, let's make time do the hard work. Here's how…

Read more »

Young Caucasian man making doubtful face at camera
Investing Articles

Are FTSE 100 banks oversold?

| Dr. James Fox

FTSE 100 banks, notably Barclays and Lloyds, suffered over the past week. Dr James Fox highlights why this could represent…

Read more »

Rolls-Royce engineer working on an engine
Investing Articles

If I’d put £1,000 in IAG shares 2 years ago, here’s what I’d have today!

| Dr. James Fox

IAG shares are trading far below their average target price. The disparity is sizeable. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

Read more »