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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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2 passive income stocks to beat soaring inflation

| Dr. James Fox

I think these two stocks offering passive income via dividend payments can help my portfolio grow as inflation soars.

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The CMC Markets share price just shot up 9%! Here’s why

| Dr. James Fox

On Friday, the CMC Markets share price jumped by 9% after the firm reported a strong fourth quarter.

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3 cheap picks for growing my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

These three stocks are all trading at a discount and could make great additions to my Stocks and Shares ISA.

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The Ferrexpo share price just gained 9%! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Ferrexpo share price jumped in early trading on Friday morning. Are things looking up for this mining stock?

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Shares in Countryside Partnerships just slumped! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Countryside Partnerships share price fell by 17% in early trading on Thursday morning after the company issued a profit…

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This FTSE 250 stock just dropped 10%. Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 stock slumped by 10% on Thursday morning after Jefferies downgraded the shares to "hold" from "buy". But…

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Here’s why the 888 Holdings share price just jumped 28%!

| Dr. James Fox

Shares in 888 Holdings leapt nearly 30% on Thursday after it announced a new financing structure for its acquisition of…

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2 of my top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy in April

| Dr. James Fox

For me, these two stocks look like some of the top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy this month. Both…

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Here are 2 of my best stocks to buy and hold this April

| Dr. James Fox

In my opinion, these are two of the best stocks to buy and hold right now, with both offering considerable…

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The Royal Mail share price just dropped 4%! Should I buy now?

| Dr. James Fox

The Royal Mail share price has fallen today after Barclays cut its price target. So is now a good time…

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The Aston Martin share price slumped 4% today! Is it a buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Aston Martin share price has fallen by 4%, compounding losses over the course of the year. But should I…

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3 high-yield dividend stocks to buy in April

| Dr. James Fox

Here are three high-yield dividend stocks that I think could help me negate the impact of inflation if I buy…

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Are housebuilders some of the best UK shares to buy now?

| Dr. James Fox

For me, housebuilders look like some of the best UK share to buy now, offering attractive dividend payments and upside…

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Here are 2 shares to buy and hold for my ISA portfolio

| Dr. James Fox

I've chosen these two shares to buy and hold for my ISA portfolio as I'm confident about their long-term growth…

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The Darktrace share price just fell 7%! Should I buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The Darktrace share price slid 7% on Tuesday morning. Should I be considering the cybersecurity firm for my portfolio?

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Here’s how I’d invest £5K in my Stocks and Shares ISA to maximise growth potential

| Dr. James Fox

With Tuesday marking the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline for the financial year, I'm looking at ways to invest £5K…

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Here are 2 of my top UK shares to buy and hold

| Dr. James Fox

These are two of my top UK shares to buy and hold, offering plenty of upside potential.

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Here are 3 passive income picks for my Stocks & Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

These three passive income picks could be great additions to my Stocks and Shares ISA as I look to negate…

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My top FTSE 250 pick for long-term growth

| Dr. James Fox

I think this FTSE 250 stock has plenty of long-term potential and looks like a great buy for my portfolio.

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My top UK shares to buy and hold in the healthcare sector

| Dr. James Fox

Many medical and healthcare stocks are yet to fully recover from the pandemic. Here are my top UK shares to…

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2 cheap picks for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

With this year's deadline fast approaching, I've been looking for stocks with upside potential for my Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Here’s why the Brewin Dolphin share price just jumped 60%

| Dr. James Fox

The Brewin Dolphin share price shot up by more than 60% on Thursday morning. Here's why!

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Is the BP share price too cheap to ignore?

| Dr. James Fox

The BP share price tanked following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but is it right for my portfolio?

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Are these 2 FTSE 100 stocks too cheap to miss?

| Dr. James Fox

These two FTSE 100 giants are trading at a discount, but does that mean they're a must-buy for my portfolio?

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3 dividend-paying picks for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

With the April 5 deadline fast approaching, here's how I'd use up my Stocks and Shares ISA allowance this year.

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Is this dividend-paying FTSE 100 stock right for my portfolio?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stock is offering nearly 5% back in dividends, but does that mean it's the best choice for…

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Here are 2 inflation-beating passive income stocks for my portfolio

| Dr. James Fox

Inflation is at the highest levels seen in decades. So here's some of the best inflation-busting passive income stocks for…

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This FTSE 100 firm offers an inflation-beating dividend for my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stock offers an attractive 6.7% dividend, making it an appealing option for my Stocks and Shares ISA…

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Here are my best UK shares to buy before the ISA deadline

| Dr. James Fox

I consider these three stocks as some of the best UK shares to buy before the ISA deadline, offering passive…

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5.4% dividend yield! Is this one of the best UK income shares to buy today?

| Dr. James Fox

This housebuilder is offering a 5.4% dividend yield and has considerable upside potential. For me, this makes it one of…

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The Wizz Air share price just jumped 10%! Is it still a bargain?

| Dr. James Fox

The Wizz Air share price is down 50% over the last year, but I think there’s still plenty of headwind…

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Can this medical device giant provide me with passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stock represents a great passive income buy for my portfolio, and is trading at a discount following…

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Why this FTSE 250 stock has plenty of upside potential!

| Dr. James Fox

The sub-£3 FTSE 250 stock could be too cheap for me to miss, and evidence suggests the company is on…

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