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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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Investing Articles

3 signs Rolls-Royce shares might be about to take off!

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares haven't performed well since the pandemic began. But I think there's signs this stock is now ready for…

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Here’s how I’m preparing for the stock market recovery!

| Dr. James Fox

The stock market recovery is coming, it's just a matter of when. So here's how I'm preparing my portfolio for…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA isn’t looking pretty! Here’s what I’m doing next

| Dr. James Fox

The Stocks and Shares ISA is a great vehicle for investing. However, mine isn't doing too well this year. Here's…

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A FTSE 100 stock that I’d buy to try and double my money in the long run!

| Dr. James Fox

Can this FTSE 100 stock supercharge my portfolio and maybe even double my money? I think it can. Here's why…

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What next for ASML shares after revenue guidance is cut?

| Dr. James Fox

Stock in the world's largest producer of lithography machines jumped on Tuesday. So what's next for ASML shares after its…

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Royal Mail shares slump 5%! What’s going on here?

| Dr. James Fox

Royal Mail shares slumped on Wednesday morning after the group released disappointing trading data. So what's next for the postal…

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If I’d invested £1k in Shell shares a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Shell shares have performed well over the past year, going from strength to strength amid soaring oil prices. But will…

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Haleon shares tank after GSK spin-off! Is this a buying opportunity?

| Dr. James Fox

Haleon shares fell on Tuesday having been listed on LSE on Monday. The stock is a spin-off from GSK's consumer…

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A bargain FTSE stock that I think has bottomed out!

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE housebuilder has been on a downward track over the past year. However, I think it's finally bottomed out,…

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3 ‘no-brainer’ growth stocks to buy before the market recovery!

| Dr. James Fox

The stock market hasn't done well over the past six months. But it's also an opportunity to buy. Here are…

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BP shares jump as Joe Biden fails to get Saudi oil deal! Am I too late to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The oil price has been particularly volatile this year amid forces pushing it up and down. So, it now a…

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Down 18% over the month, is now the time to buy Rio Tinto shares?

| Dr. James Fox

Rio Tinto shares have fallen in recent months on the back of weaker commodity demand.

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2 stocks to buy before the FTSE 100 recovers!

| Dr. James Fox

As we all know, it's not been a great year for markets. But there will be a recovery, and for…

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GSK shares plummet 20%! What’s going on here?

| Dr. James Fox

GSK shares fell on Monday morning on the back of a demerger and a consolidation. So maybe this represents a…

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I’m using the P/S and P/E ratios to find the cheapest UK shares!

| Dr. James Fox

The P/S metric is often used for valuing growth stocks, but today I'm using it, along with the P/E ratio…

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Here’s what Cathie Wood has been buying for her flagship Ark fund!

| Dr. James Fox

Expert stock picker Cathie Wood has been busy again this week. So let's take a look at the stocks Wood…

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2 income stocks to buy before the market rebounds!

| Dr. James Fox

Income stocks form the core part of my portfolio, offering passive income with minimal effort on my part. Here are…

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If I’d invested 1k in Rolls-Royce shares a year ago, this is how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

It's been a pretty turbulent year for investors in Rolls-Royce shares. The stock had gained from its pandemic lows, but…

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This NASDAQ-listed stock is down 81%! Is now the time to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

This NASDAQ-listed diary alternative producer has tanked over the past year amid production issues and losing market share. Should I…

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2 FTSE growth stocks to buy before the next bull run!

| Dr. James Fox

Share prices are pretty depressed right now, but I'm looking at these two FTSE stocks to generate strong returns for…

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Why are HSBC shares more expensive than other UK banks?

| Dr. James Fox

HSBC shares have outperformed other UK banks this year. In fact, its P/E ratio is more than double Barclays. Why…

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2 high-potential penny stocks that I’d buy and hold with commodities set to stay high!

| Dr. James Fox

Penny stocks are a good place to look for the next generation of big winners. So, here are two companies…

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If I’d invested £1k in Scottish Mortgage shares a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares have had an infamously bad year. But it's surging again and its prospects are looking up.

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3 cheap FTSE 100 stocks to buy before the market recovers!

| Dr. James Fox

There are dozens of unloved FTSE 100 stocks right now. This index may not be universally popular, but that makes…

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Lloyds shares trade for 41p. Could I double my money from here?

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares are frequently the most traded stock on the FTSE 100. And at 41p, I see huge potential for…

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NIO shares still look cheap by the P/S ratio. So, should I buy more?

| Dr. James Fox

NIO shares soared in May after China reduced its Covid-related restrictions. But, the share price tanked yesterday amid more Covid…

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The cheapest bank on the FTSE 100! Here’s why I’d buy Barclays shares

| Dr. James Fox

Barclays shares are somewhat unloved and haven't been popular with investors for a while. But I'd buy more for my…

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2 reasons to buy BP shares — and 2 reasons not to!

| Dr. James Fox

Oil companies have made a fortune so far this year. So are BP shares a good buy for my portfolio?…

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3 ‘no-brainer’ dividend shares to buy before the market recovers!

| Dr. James Fox

The market is down, but this period also represents a good opportunity for me to improve my portfolio. Here are…

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The Sareum Holdings share price is down 47%! Is now the time to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Sareum Holdings share price has been on a downward track this year despite a spike in April triggered by…

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The cheapest FTSE shares by the price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio!

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE hasn't been universally popular for investors in recent years. But this makes it a great place to look…

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How I’m using income stocks to generate wealth and hopefully, retire early!

| Dr. James Fox

With share prices falling widely this year, there are some big dividend yields on the FTSE. Here's how I'm buying…

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Should I buy Anglo American shares after the stock tanked in early trading?

| Dr. James Fox

Anglo American shares extended losses on Monday morning after negative economic news worried investors. So, is now a good time…

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Howdens shares dip further! Is this FTSE 100 newcomer now a buy?

| Dr. James Fox

Howdens shares have not been good to investors in recent months. But maybe now is good time to assess this…

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3 UK-listed stocks with mega-low price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio can suggest that a company is undervalued. So, here are some of the cheapest UK-listed stocks…

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My top 2 FTSE value stocks to buy right now!

| Dr. James Fox

The FTSE hasn't been universally attractive to investors for some time. But the index offers enough value stocks to help…

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What’s next for UK stocks after Johnson’s resignation?

| Dr. James Fox

UK stocks ticked upwards on Thursday after Boris Johnson resigned as prime minister. So what's next?

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The Tullow Oil (TLW) share price jumps after losses! Is now the time to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tullow Oil (TLW) share price ticked upwards on Thursday morning after falling nearly 30% over the last month. So,…

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The Legal & General (LGEN) share price jumps 3%! Am I too late to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Legal & General (LGEN) share price soared in early trading on Thursday as the company registered a good start…

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Should I buy Scottish Mortgage shares after they jumped 10%?

| Dr. James Fox

Scottish Mortgage shares had been on a steady downward track over the past year. But, finally, the stock appears to…

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