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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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Forget Purplebricks. I think this FTSE 250 income and growth stock is a far better bet

| Paul Summers

Neil Woodford-backed Purplebricks (LON:PURP) continues to tumble. It might be dull and expensive, but Paul Summer much prefers this mid-cap.

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This FTSE 250 dividend and growth play looks a better buy than Vodafone to me

| Paul Summers

This Fool said that he would wait for a dividend cut before venturing near Vodafone Group plc (LON:VOD). So, why…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks paying more than GlaxoSmithKline

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They may pay more, but is it worth risking your capital with these FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) companies over GlaxoSmithKline…

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Forget the next market crash. Here are 4 things to be more worried about

| Paul Summers

Bothered by Brexit? Traumatised by the US/China trade war? There are far more important things for Fools to look out…

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4 things I’d wish I’d known about investing in my 20s

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We can't turn back the clock, so here's one Fool's advice for younger readers contemplating whether to begin investing.

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Is this former FTSE 100 stock doomed?

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Shares in Thomas Cook Group plc (LON:TCG) tank again. Paul Summers takes a look at today's woeful half-year numbers.

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2 high quality FTSE 100 growth stocks I’d buy on any weakness

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Paul Summers looks at two brilliant FTSE 100 (LON: INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks, both reporting numbers to the market this morning.

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Is FTSE 250 growth stock Greggs a buy or sell after today’s news?

| Paul Summers

Shares in mid-cap baker Greggs plc (LON:GRG) rocket by 13%. Do I think this wonderful performance can continue?

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d use to boost the State Pension for the next 20 years

| Paul Summers

If you think you'll struggle to get by on £168.60 a week in retirement, you'll want to read this.

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Say goodbye to a fun-filled retirement if you’re one of the 7.8 million making this mistake

| Paul Summers

If you like the thought of beans on toast every day in retirement, don't read this.

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NOW could be the perfect time to remember these wise words from Warren Buffett

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Paul Summers picks out three pertinent quotes from the Sage of Omaha.

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Yielding almost 9%, this FTSE 100 dividend stock still looks a bargain to me

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at interim results from one of the biggest dividend payers in the FTSE 100…

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Sirius Minerals fell almost 30% last week. Are these FTSE 100 dividend stocks next to tank?

| Paul Summers

Ignore short-sellers at your peril. These FTSE 100 (LON:INDEXFTSE: UKX) income favourites are in their firing line.

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I think these markets could be great buys in 2019

| Paul Summers

Content to track markets rather than beat them? This Fool reveals his preferred picks right now.

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I’d buy FTSE 100 stock BP for its 5.7% dividend yield, but this oil stock for capital growth

| Paul Summers

First-quarter results from income favourite BP plc (LON:BP) are out. Here's all you need to know.

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This FTSE 100 growth stock has recovered well but I think it’s time to bank some profit

| Paul Summers

Whitbread plc's (LON:WTB) shares have done well since last summer, but this Fool would consider checking out now.

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BT isn’t the only big dividend stock I’ll be watching closely in May

| Paul Summers

Paul Summers looks ahead to results from BT Group - Class A Common Stock (LON:BT.A) and two other market giants…

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Dreaming of financial independence? I think these 3 growth stocks are just getting started

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Paul Summers thinks fInancial independence need not remain a dream if you can find high-growth businesses like these.

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3 investment rules I live by

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Paul Summers highlights three rules that long-term investors should never forget.

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Forget the FTSE 100. If only I’d bought these 3 growth stocks a few months ago

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at three stocks that have performed brilliantly for investors in a very short period…

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These 3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks beat Shell’s 5.7%, but only 2 get my vote

| Paul Summers

Big oiler Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:RDSB) has reliability and size on its side, but are these three FTSE 100…

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3 reasons NOT to sell any stocks in May

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Paul Summers outlines why he won't be avoiding the stock market over the summer.

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Why following Terry Smith’s 3 rules could help make you a million

| Paul Summers

Star fund manager Terry Smith continues to beat the market. Here's how he does it.

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Is it time to pile into top growth stock Boohoo after today’s news?

| Paul Summers

Shares in Boohoo Group plc (LON:BOO) rose on impressive full-year results. But is all the good news priced in?

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3 cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy and hold for the next 5 years

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Paul Summers picks out three temptingly-priced FTSE 100 (LON:INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks he'd consider buying for the income they offer.

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2 cheap turnaround stocks I’d snap up for my 2019 SIPP

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They may be down, but Paul Summers thinks these two companies could turn out to be great recovery plays for…

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Found a share you love? Don’t buy until you’ve answered this vital question

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If your new favourite stock doesn't do this, is it really worth owning?

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Why I’d snap up this FTSE 100 dividend growth stock after today’s big fall

| Paul Summers

Shares in Bunzl plc (LON:BNZL) dive on news of slowing revenue. Time to pile in?

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Why I’m still avoiding FTSE 100 dividend stocks Vodafone, Centrica and SSE like the plague

| Paul Summers

They may offer huge cash returns but Paul Summers remains bearish on Vodafone Group plc (LON:VOD), SSE plc (LON:SSE) and…

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3 things the Debenhams debacle reminds Foolish investors

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With shares in Debenhams plc (LON:DEB) currently suspended, Paul Summers lists some red flags investors should always be looking out…

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Why I think these small-cap dividend stocks could set you on your way to making a million

| Paul Summers

Building a portfolio worth seven figures will take time, but this Fool believes these market minnows can help you get…

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Is it better to buy the FTSE 250 or the FTSE 100 right now?

| Paul Summers

A resolution to Brexit could see the FTSE 100 (LON:INDEXFTSE:UKX) and FTSE 250 (LON: INDEXFTSE:MCX) bounce. But which will give…

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This top growth share is really performing. But is all the good news priced in?

| Paul Summers

Keywords Studios plc (LON:KWS) continues to impress, but this Fool thinks the recent interest from short sellers is worth noting.

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Don’t buy a single small-cap stock until you can answer these 4 questions

| Paul Summers

Small-cap stocks can generate fantastic returns for investors over the long term. Here's what to look for.

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Want to begin investing but broke? Here’s how to get started

| Paul Summers

Make a few sacrifices and it's amazing what investing a small amount regularly can do for your wealth over the…

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I think these 2 quality dividend and growth stocks could be perfect ISA additions

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Paul Summers takes a look at two great 'buy and hold' candidates for your ISA portfolio.

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2 unknown but brilliant stocks I think could help you achieve financial independence

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Paul Summers looks at two reliable performers that rarely make the headlines.

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This stunning growth stock is up almost 80% in one year. Is there more to come?

| Paul Summers

The share price of this hot small-cap stock has been motoring ahead in recent months. This Fool asks: is it…

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This FTSE 250 stock looks fully valued for now. Here’s where I’ve put my ISA cash instead

| Paul Summers

Another good set of numbers from this FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stock, but this Fool thinks there's another quality stock…

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IQE isn’t the only ‘jam tomorrow’ growth stock I’ve just sold

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Paul Summers explains why he's decided to finally ditch two of his biggest losing positions.

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