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Paul Summers

Paul has been teaching in higher education since 2007 and also holds the CFA Society's Investment Management Certificate (IMC). A Terry Smith-influenced quality investor, Paul is a fan of companies boasting seriously high returns on capital. He always reinvests his dividends.

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Investing Articles

Beware! Traders are betting these UK shares will fall

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It's always worth keeping an eye on which UK shares are popular with short sellers. Paul Summers highlights the top…

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These ‘boring’ FTSE 100 dividend stocks just hit 52-week highs!

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Who needs to be part of the AI-frenzy when certain dividend stocks are making an absolute packet for more conservative…

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£10,000 invested in Aviva shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

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We've been told that 'elephants don't gallop'. But someone forgot to tell Aviva shares! Paul Summers looks at just how…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks with MASSIVE dividend yields

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High-dividend-yield stocks are far from risk-free. But our writer thinks passive income chasers might consider these two top-tier titans for…

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Which FTSE 100 stock will be the next comeback king?

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Buying when the chips are down can lead to fantastic returns in time. Paul Summers picks out two FTSE 100…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend growth stocks to consider for long-term second income

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Dividend shares are worth considering by those looking for a second income stream, thinks Paul Summers. And he's found two…

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How I’m positioning my Stocks and Shares ISA for the next market crash

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Despite a few wobbles, stock markets have gained even more ground in 2025. But our writer isn't convinced this will…

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Fresnillo shares jump as profit surges. Is this still one of the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy?

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Fresnillo shares just can't stop climbing in value. Paul Summers covers the key points in today's half-year results and speculates…

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2 FTSE 250 value stocks to consider buying while they’re hated

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The UK market may be enjoying its time in the sun but Paul Summers thinks he's found two interesting value…

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£10,000 invested in Next shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

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Next shares have been a big winner for investors so far this year. But what should they make of the…

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2 high-yield FTSE 100 stocks to consider buying for passive income

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Paul Summers highlights two big yielders from the FTSE 100 to ponder buying if generating passive income's the primary goal.

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Could BAE shares be about to crash?

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BAE shares have delivered huge gains for investors over the last few years. But does a drop in the price…

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Greggs shares fall again as profit drops 14%. But are they now a bargain?

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Holders of Greggs' shares continue to feel the pain as the market reacts to the latest set of half-year results.…

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This FTSE 250 value stock offers a dividend yield of 9%! But should investors be wary?

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at a mid-cap stock with a dividend yield that's far above the average among…

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These UK stocks sit at 52-week highs. But I’m avoiding them!

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Our writer makes a point of looking at any UK stock that's at a yearly high. But there are a…

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Meet the FTSE stock quietly thrashing Rolls-Royce shares in 2025!

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FTSE 100 giant Rolls-Royce has been a market darling for a while. But even it hasn't matched the year-to-date return…

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2 brilliant FTSE 250 stocks hitting record highs

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Up around 7% in 2025, the FTSE 250 index is in decent form. But some of its members are faring…

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£10,000 invested in Tesco shares 1 year ago is now worth…

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Tesco shares have been seriously outperforming the FTSE 100 index in 2025. Is there more to come or is all…

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how to target £1,221 a month in passive income

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Back the right blue-chip stocks and any investor can turn a savings pot into a big passive income stream. Our…

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Another stock market crash could be coming. Here’s what I’m doing about it

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Share prices have been rising despite geopolitical and economic concerns. Is the market getting complacent? Our writer isn't waiting to…

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2 growth stocks absolutely smashing the FTSE 100

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If you think the wider FTSE 100 is having a good year (and it is), check out the gains holders…

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Investing Articles

Down over 20%, should I dump this FTSE 100 dividend stock?

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Our writer has been loving the passive income this dividend stock has been throwing off. But does the big share…

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The FTSE 100 sits at a record high. But some stocks still look dirt cheap!

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The usually sluggish FTSE 100 is having a surprisingly good year. But our writer feels there are still potential bargains…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price fast becoming a joke?

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The FTSE 100 engineering titan has done brilliantly in recent years. But our writer wonders whether the Rolls-Royce share price…

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2 overlooked UK shares to consider for dividends

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Paul Summers looks beyond the usual suspects from the FTSE 100 and highlights two under-the-radar UK shares offering great passive…

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Greggs shares: an outstanding bargain after crashing nearly 40%?

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Shares of one-time market darling Greggs have been in foul form recently. But is this a once-in-a-blue-moon opportunity for our…

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3 bargain FTSE 100 shares to consider buying in July

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The FTSE 100 has returned to near-record highs in recent weeks. But Paul Summers thinks these stocks could deliver even…

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Will the Diageo share price ever recover?

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Our writer has been an admirer of Diageo for years. With the share price falling to a multi-year low, he…

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Down 12% in 2 days, is this FTSE 100 growth share now an unmissable buy?

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Paul Summers is tempted to bring a top growth share back into his ISA portfolio after this week's double-digit sell-off.…

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ChatGPT thinks these are the 3 best high-yield dividend stocks to buy today

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High-yield dividend stocks are a great source of passive income. But what does our writer make of the AI bot's…

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These FTSE 250 stocks are red hot! Time to consider buying?

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Paul Summers picks out two mid-cap stocks that have massively outperformed the FTSE 250. Can the momentum continue for the…

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FTSE 100 shares are still too cheap! Here are 2 to consider

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The FTSE 100 has been in relatively fine fettle in 2025. But our writer reckons there are still few bargains…

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3 marvellous market leaders to consider for passive income

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Dividends are never guaranteed. But Paul Summers thinks these three stock market juggernauts are worth considering by investors who want…

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2 brilliant FTSE growth stocks I’m considering buying back for good

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Paul Summers ponders whether he should welcome two great FTSE companies that served him well back into his portfolio. What…

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2 depressed UK shares I’m considering buying in May and holding ‘forever’

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Our writer has been looking for bargain UK shares to snap up while they're 'on sale'. These two are definitely…

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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how an investor can generate a ton of passive income

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Forget passive income schemes that require a lot of time and energy. Our writer thinks the stock market offers the…

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1 cheap FTSE 100 growth stock for investors to consider

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Shares in this FTSE 100 stock have tumbled over the last year. But is all the bad news priced in…

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3 beaten-down FTSE 250 shares to consider buying before the next bull market

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Paul Summers thinks brave investors should ponder buying some of the FTSE 250s poor performers before they recover strongly.

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2 FTSE 100 stocks sitting around 52-week highs. Is there more to come?

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While overseas stocks yo-yo, the FTSE 100 remains relatively stable. In fact, the share prices of some constituents are positively…

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Is now a great time to consider buying Greggs shares?

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Greggs shares have been hammered in 2025. But have they now fallen too far? Paul Summers takes another look at…

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