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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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These promising small cap stocks could help you retire early

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So long as you can stand the risk, these market minnows could help you put your feet up sooner.

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These high-flying stocks are starting to look seriously overvalued

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Is sentiment on these top performing stocks about to turn?

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Is Neil Woodford taking a huge risk with his Income Focus Fund portfolio?

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Paul Summers take a look at which companies have made it into the star fund manager's new dividend-focused fund.

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An incredibly cheap growth stock I won’t be gambling on

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This new-stock-on-the-block may trade on a tempting valuation but Paul Summers is steering clear.

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This high-flying growth stock still trades on an attractive valuation

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Shares in this fashion-focused mid-cap may be down but Paul Summers thinks this is a golden opportunity to climb on…

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These small-cap stars still look too cheap

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After a great few months, Paul Summers thinks there could be more to come from these market minnows.

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Are these FTSE 100 stalwarts’ best days ahead of them?

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Recent developments could see sentiment returning to these clothing giants. For how long though?

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2 quality AIM stocks I’d buy on any dips

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It may have a poor reputation, but AIM has its fair share of excellent companies. Here are just two of…

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2 small-cap stocks that prove boring is beautiful

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Don't dismiss these mundane-looking companies as their performance over the last year has been superb.

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Your last chance to buy Purplebricks Group plc under £4?

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With good progress being made overseas, positive momentum could continue for disruptive estate agent Purplebricks Group plc (LON: PURP).

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Retirees spend £26,000 a year. Will you have enough?

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Whether it's coming soon or still a long way off, the market can help turbocharge your retirement.

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These high flyers rose more than two-thirds over the last year. Can they keep soaring?

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Outpacing the main indexes, these companies have had a spectacular last 12 months. There could be more to come.

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One small cap I’d buy and one I’d sell in May

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With results expected in May, here are two small-caps with very different outlooks.

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Forget ‘Big Pharma’, my money’s on this smoking hot small-cap stock

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Here's one biotech business that really could be worth the risk.

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Sirius Minerals plc joins the main market. What should investors expect next?

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Paul Summers looks at what investors can expect as Sirius Minerals plc (LON:SXX) enters the big league.

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Profits rise at Lloyds Banking Group plc. Time to buy?

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Paul Summers take a look at today's update from Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:LLOY).

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This growth star continues to make the high street weep

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Profits double at this online fashion giant. Is there more to come?

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Just how patient should investors be with Neil Woodford’s Patient Capital Trust plc?

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest annual financial report from the star fund manager.

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Better buy: Whitbread plc vs Greggs plc

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Costa Coffee-owner Whitbread plc's (LON:WTB) shares dip 7%. Is Greggs plc (LON:GRG) a safer bet?

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Time to take a fresh look at these smoking hot growth stocks?

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Both of these growth stars trade on sky high valuations. Are they still justified?

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Is it time to dump ‘safe’ stocks Reckitt Benckiser Group plc and Unilever plc?

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With sterling up and an election near, Paul Summers looks at whether the time has come to sell FTSE 100…

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This value stock could do serious damage to your wealth

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When it comes to investing in retailers, its probably best to ignore this high street giant.

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Does this mining minnow offer more upside than Sirius Minerals plc?

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Sirius Minerals plc (LON:SXX) has soared in recent weeks but does this micro cap offer even better prospects?

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3 great stocks for low-risk investors

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Vexed by volatility? Paul Summers picks three companies that could help you avoid sleepless nights.

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Are these dividend titans uninvestable?

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Don't be fooled - these dividend darlings aren't as great as they first appear.

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3 financial decisions you’ll regret in retirement

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Get out of cash and into the stock market as soon as possible, says Paul Summers.

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Forget Imagination Technologies Group plc, this company has a far brighter future

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Paul Summers suspects it's time to walk away from battered Imagination Technologies Group plc (LON:IMG). This small-cap is an ideal…

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Two cheap dividend stocks for your ISA

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On the hunt for income? These two small-caps could be just the ticket.

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Time to get greedy with these top growth stocks

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Expensive they may be but these two AIM-listed growth stars could have further to go.

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After dodging a legal bullet, is Tesco plc now a screaming buy?

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With its accounting scandal behind it, Tesco plc (LON:TSCO) might be worth another look.

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2 small-cap stocks I’d buy before it’s too late

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These two market minnows have been performing well. With results due next month, should investors pounce?

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Hurricane Energy plc: a perfect ‘buy and hold’ pick for your ISA

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As far as long-term plays go, do they get any better than Hurricane Energy plc (LON:HUR)? Paul Summers doesn't think…

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5 top tips for stress-free investing

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Investing should be profitable but also enjoyable. Find your investing zen with these suggestions.

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2 ‘bargain’ stocks I’m avoiding at all costs

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They may be cheap but Paul Summer believes shares in these companies aren't going anywhere fast.

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Should you buy these 2 top takeover targets while there’s still time?

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at two potential takeover targets.

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These 2 recovery plays should have further to go

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Positive sentiment now surrounds these two companies. Paul Summers thinks this might continue.

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2 top growth stocks you can’t afford to ignore

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With positive full-year results expected in April, there's still time to add these two growth stars to your portfolio.

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Why I like this micro-cap stock over Sports Direct plc for the long term

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Today's full year results suggest this market minnow is fighting fit.

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Is Next plc’s 40% share price slump set to continue?

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Paul Summers takes a look at the annual results from troubled clothing retailer Next plc (LSE: NXT).

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3 big reasons I’d avoid shares in this FTSE 100 retailer

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Sales and profits may be up but storm clouds are gathering for this FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) home improvement giant.

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