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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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Why September could be a bad month for investors

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History suggests the stocks might lose momentum in September. Paul Summers thinks Foolish investor should stand fast.

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This high-flyer showcases the power of contrarian investing

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Up 13% today, this once-battered mid-cap highlights how rewarding it can be to buy stocks no one else wants.

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Why I’d still buy this Neil Woodford dividend stock despite today’s big share price fall

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The star fund manager loves this big yielding stock. Despite today's events, so does Paul Summers.

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Is the market right to be so bearish on growth stock IQE?

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Interim numbers for former market darling IQE plc (LON:IQE) are out. Paul Summers takes a look.

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Bearish on Brexit? These 2 FTSE 100 stocks should see you through

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Progress on a Brexit deal continues to be painfully slow, but here are two stocks you could hold regardless of…

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This contrarian play could have millionaire-making potential

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Could an 11-year bear market for this commodity be close to ending? Paul Summers takes a closer look.

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3 secret stocks for low-risk investors

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Paul Summers picks out three stocks with defensive characteristics that he'd buy and hold for the long term.

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This ‘boring’ growth stock has turned £1,000 into almost £50,000 in just 5 years

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Why bother looking for the next Amazon when companies doing boring things perform this well?

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How to crush your dream of retiring as a millionaire… in 3 easy steps

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Building a portfolio worth seven figures will be a lot more challenging if you make these mistakes.

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Retirement saving: SIPP or Lifetime ISA?

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Investing for retirement is always a great idea but which product is the best?

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These bargain copper stocks could help you achieve financial independence

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Buying a quality copper miner could be a great investment while prices are low. Paul Summers looks at two options.

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Down almost 30% in 2018, is this FTSE 250 stock a screaming contrarian buy?

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Times are tough at bingo firm Rank Group plc (LON: RNK). Paul Summers thinks there's a far better option out…

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This cheap FTSE 250 dividend stock looks a better buy than Admiral

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Insurance firm Admiral Group plc (LON: ADM) is offering big dividends, but Paul Summers reckons one of its peers could…

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This secret small-cap growth and dividend stock still looks ridiculously cheap

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With a compelling mix of growth and income, Paul Summers thinks this market minnow warrants more attention from investors.

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Don’t wait for the next crash. Here are 3 reasons to invest NOW

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As tempting as it is to stay in cash right now, there are a number of reasons to keep calm…

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This FTSE 100 contrarian stock could help you make a million

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Its share price continues to sink, but Paul Summers thinks this top-tier stock could perform brilliantly for patient investors.

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These growth stars could still help you achieve financial independence

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at two high-flying companies after they released results this morning.

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This FTSE 100 stock still looks ludicrously cheap

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The share price of this top-tier giant takes a dive following interim results, but Paul Summers thinks its even more…

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Why I’d shun Barclays for this 6%+ yielding FTSE 100 giant

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest set of figures from banking behemoth Barclays plc (LON:BARC).

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Does today’s fall mean it’s time to sell FTSE 100 growth star Just Eat?

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Top tier takeaway marketplace dips as costs put a drag on earnings. But Paul Summers isn't put off.

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Is this small-cap growth stock a falling knife to catch after crashing over 20% today?

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Paul Summers remains bullish on the outlook for this top quality company, even if the valuation has got a little…

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The 3 worst performing retail stocks of 2018 (so far)

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Holders of these stocks have endured a miserable year so far and there could be worse to come.

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Why I’d buy this top growth stock over Purplebricks

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Neil Woodford may still love Purplebricks plc (LON:PURP) but this Fool thinks there's a much safer option out there.

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2 FTSE 100 stocks that could help secure a comfortable retirement

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Want to build a decent nest egg without needing to watch the markets on a daily basis? These look like…

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Why Royal Dutch Shell is a FTSE 100 dividend stock that could help you quit your job

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Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON:RDSB) slips in early trading but news of a share buyback only serves to highlight its…

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This top growth stock has now 10-bagged in just three years

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This AIM-listed star's share price just can't stop rising. It's not alone.

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4 ways to lose everything in the stock market

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Investing will always be a risky business but making these mistakes could buy you a ticket to the poorhouse.

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Unilever isn’t the only growth stock I’d buy and hold for retirement

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Regardless of whether it leaves the market's top-tier or not, Unilever plc (LON:ULVR) remains a great long-term hold.

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2 winning stocks offering growth AND income

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The World Cup may be over but positive trading during the tournament means these stocks are likely to keep rising…

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This battered growth stock is up 10% today. Is the recovery on?

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Cybersecurity firm NCC Group plc (LON:NCC) returns to profit. Paul Summers takes a closer look.

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Here’s why I’d consider this high-yielding FTSE 100 giant over Royal Mail

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The market likes the latest update from Royal Mail plc (LON:RMG), but Paul Summers thinks there's a far better FTSE…

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Why I’d consider this FTSE 100 giant over Experian

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As Experian plc's (LON:EXPN) latest update is greeted with a shrug of the shoulders, Paul Summers thinks this growth stock…

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2 high-yielding contrarian stocks I’d continue to avoid

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Looking for dividend income? Steer clear of these contrarian picks, says Paul Summers.

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Why I’d consider buying this battered growth stock ahead of FTSE 100 high-flyer Burberry

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Paul Summers explains why he'd opt for an out-of-favour growth stock over Burberry plc (LON:BRBY) at the current time.

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Bearish on the UK economy? These small-cap dividend stocks should see you through

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As the government fragments over Brexit, Paul Summers picks out two stocks that could protect your portfolio in tougher times.

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Here’s why the Ocado share price scares me and why I’m steering clear

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Online grocery retailer Ocado plc (LON:OCDO) has had a storming 2018 so far, but this Fool isn't tempted.

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BP isn’t the only stock market giant that’s completely trashing the FTSE 100

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BP plc (LON:BP) has registered huge gains relative to the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) over the last year. It's not…

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Can this 8%+ yielding FTSE 100 stock make you a million?

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This top-tier giant offers monster dividend payments but is it worth the risk?

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WARNING! You stand little chance of retiring early if you make these mistakes

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Keen to quit the rat race as soon as possible? If you're doing this, you're doing it wrong.

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2 FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d buy and hold for the next five years

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Paul Summers picks out two mid-cap stocks from the troubled retail sector he'd buy and hold for the long term.

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