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Dr. James Fox

Dr. James Fox

Based in London, James is a freelance investment writer for the Fool UK. He also contributes to business and economics publications, having previously worked as a staff writer and editor. James has a PhD in development studies and has contributed to academic work on global supply chains. He also manages his own investment portfolio.

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At 3.6x earnings and a 6.8% yield, surely I can’t ignore this FTSE 250 stock?

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This FTSE 250 stock is up 36% over 12 months, but still has exceptional valuation metrics. Dr James Fox explains…

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This growth stock jumped 77%! I think it can go much higher

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This growth stock has surged over the past month after the UK became the first country to approve a gene…

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Can Nvidia stock double in value again?

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Nvidia stock fell in after-hours trading, despite the tech giant’s upbeat earnings report post-market close on 21 November. So what's…

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10.4% and 8.5% yields: which of these dividend stocks is best?

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Dr James Fox takes a closer look at two of the highest-yielding dividend stocks on the FTSE 100 and asks…

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If I’d put £1,000 in Scottish Mortgage shares 10 years ago, here’s what I’d have today!

| Dr. James Fox

Since 2021, Scottish Mortgage shares have notoriously underperformed the market. However, it's a very different picture over 10 years.

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At ‘half-price’, is this one of the FTSE 100’s best value stocks?

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Analysts believe this is one of the best value stocks on the FTSE 100, trading at a fraction of its…

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What do low PEG ratios tell us about these FTSE 100 shares?

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The PEG ratio is often overlooked by investors -- maybe because it takes a little longer to work out than…

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These FTSE 100 banks appear massively undervalued! Are they?

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FTSE 100 banks trade at a discount to their American peers. That's pretty clear. But are these markdowns warranted? Dr…

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Buy-to-let is dying! Here’s how I’d earn a second income with £10k

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Many Britons invest in stocks and shares for a second income. But investing in BTL still remains popular despite a…

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How cheap is the Lloyds share price?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Is the Experian share price screaming ‘buy’?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Has the BAE Systems share price become too expensive?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Will FTSE 250 stock Wizz Air ever soar again?

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

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Does the AstraZeneca share price scream value?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Can NIO shares grow 5x in 5 years?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Is the Hikma Pharmaceuticals share price becoming cheap?

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

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