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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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£10,000 invested in Palantir stock 2 years ago is now worth…

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I’m under no illusion that some long-term investors in Palantir stock will be considering an early retirement. The stock has…

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How to invest £500 a month in a Stocks & Shares ISA and aim for £1m

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The Stocks and Shares ISA is an incredible vehicle for building wealth. Dr James Fox details how investors can leverage…

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Is it time to pass on Lloyds shares and look elsewhere?

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Lloyds shares have gone from being overlooked to a barometer for Britain’s improving economic credentials. But is there better value…

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What happened to NIO stock and is it still worth considering?

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Dr James Fox once owned NIO stock but the company failed to deliver on the expected growth plan. Is it…

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Here’s how I use a SIPP so my daughter can retire at 51 with £8m

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The SIPP's an excellent tool for investors who want to take hold of their retirement planning. Dr James Fox explains…

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I’m backing this FTSE 100 industrial stock to outperform Rolls-Royce

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Dr James Fox believes this FTSE 100 stock's overlooked and thinks it may deliver the type of growth we’ve seen…

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Is this a rare opportunity to buy cheap small-cap UK shares?

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Small-cap UK shares have been a little overlooked in the recent rally. Dr James Fox wonders whether there may be…

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2 potentially overlooked high-dividend stocks for a second income

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Millions of Britons use the Stocks and Shares ISA as a vehicle for investing and earning a second income. Here…

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A 6% dividend yield and 6.2x forward earnings… what’s the catch?

| Dr. James Fox

This stock looks really appealing on paper. It trades with a price-to-earnings ratio far below the sector average and offers…

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Where will the Scottish Mortgage share price end 2025?

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The Scottish Mortgage share price has been quite volatile in 2025, reflecting broader movements with the US technology sector.

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As oil prices tick upwards, should investors buy BP shares?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at BP shares as oil prices push higher on the back of heightened…

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I love this grocer… so, should I buy Ocado shares?

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Ocado shares are not looking healthy. The stock has truly been through the mill in recent years but is there…

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£10,000 invested in Raspberry Pi shares 1 year ago are now worth…

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The Raspberry Pi share price has been rather volatile over the past 12 months with investors trying to figure out…

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2 US stocks to consider buying in July!

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US stocks offer UK investors greater exposure to growth-oriented companies. Dr James Fox believes these two deserve consideration in July.

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Here’s where the Greggs share price could end the year

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Many British retail investors like to keep an eye on the Greggs share price. It’s no longer steadily tracking upwards.…

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2 cheap stocks that have really caught my eye!

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Regardless of your definition, investors are always on the lookout for 'cheap stocks'. Dr James Fox lists two he’s been…

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Here’s what I wish I knew about passive income when I was 22!

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Millions of people in the UK are investing so that one day they can retire early on a nice juicy…

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Does the Arbuthnot or the NatWest share price offer the best value?

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The NatWest share price has surged. Dr James Fox wonders whether there may be better investment opportunities elsewhere on the…

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Value stocks in aerospace… yes, please!

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at two value stocks operating in the aerospace and defence sector. He thinks…

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Does BYD or Tesla stock offer the best value?

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Tesla stock has been fundamentally disconnected from its valuation metrics for some time. Would BYD offer investors better value?

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Lloyds, Legal & General, and Aviva: here’s what FTSE 100 investors were buying last week

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The FTSE 100 still excites investors with excellent value and dividend stocks. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at…

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This FTSE 250 stock has a PEGY ratio of just 0.62, but there are some reasons to be cautious

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This FTSE 250 bank is remarkably cheap, but investors should approach it with caution. Banks are typically cyclical and there’s…

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Investors should consider this growth stock… it’s SpaceX’s competition

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There are few cooler places to find a growth stock than in space industries. Sadly, Elon Musk’s SpaceX isn’t publicly…

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Up 82% in 12 months, this dividend stock still has a 5.5% yield!

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This dividend stock has given investors growth and a strong yield in recent years. Dr James Fox explores whether there’s…

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The BAE Systems share price is at an all-time high… is it too expensive to buy now?

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Dr James Fox certainly hadn’t expected the BAE Systems share price to push this high. Now he’s wondering whether it…

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£8,800 in savings? Here’s how investors could turn that into a £20,000 second income… with time

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Millions invest for a second income. Here, Dr James Fox explains how an investor can generate a life-changing figure from…

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Warren Buffett’s stock is getting cheaper! Is this an opportunity for investors?

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Shares of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway have fallen in value since the legendary investor announced his retirement plans.

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Rolls-Royce shares have surged… this stock could be next

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With Rolls-Royce shares up 1,000% over the past two-and-a-half years, investors are on the lookout for the next stock to…

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A PEG ratio of 1.15 and tonnes of IP: here’s why Nvidia stock still looks cheap

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Nvidia stock is trading near its highs once again, and while it’s not as cheap as it was, Dr James…

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£10,000 invested in IAG shares 2 years ago is now worth…

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International Consolidated Airlines Gruop (IAG) shares have experienced plenty of turbulence in 2025 thanks to geopolitical events.

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Want to turn a £20k ISA into a £1m portfolio? Here’s how

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Dr James Fox explains the strategy many investors employ when trying to turn their ISA into a life-changing pot of…

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£10,000 invested in Aston Martin shares 2 years ago is now worth…

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Aston Martin shares have collapsed since they were once touted as FTSE 100 contenders. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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With Lloyds shares red hot, investors should consider this AIM alternative

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I’ve been a big fan of Lloyds shares for some time, but they’re clearly closer to fair value than they…

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Could this overlooked FTSE 100 stock be the next Rolls-Royce?

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Rolls-Royce's market cap was similar to this FTSE 100 firm just two-and-a-half years ago. Now it’s flying high. Could Melrose…

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This could be one of the cheapest UK stocks I’ve seen

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There are plenty of cheap UK stocks even in a rising market and here's one in the software sector that…

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When will Rolls-Royce shares hit £10?

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Rolls-Royce shares have been on a truly exceptional run. Dr James Fox ask whether £10 a share is in sight…

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£10,000 invested in Greatland Gold shares 6 months ago is now worth…

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Greatland Gold shares have more than doubled in value over the past six months. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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Here’s how an investor could target a £5,543 second income from the bond market

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Bond yields are elevated versus where they've been over the past 10 years. Dr James Fox explains how an investor…

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£10,000 invested in Barclays shares 2 months ago is now worth…

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Barclays shares shone in 2024 with the stock almost doubling within the calendar year. Dr James Fox takes a closer…

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£1,000 invested in Greggs shares when Dan Burn was born is now worth…

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Greggs shares have been a favourite with retail investors for some time. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at…

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