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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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Top tips from investment legend Peter Lynch

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Here's some golden nuggets of advice from the legendary growth investor.

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Should investors call time on this top growth share?

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With shares falling 5%, Paul Summers consider whether it's time for investors to leave the party.

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3 warning signs all investors must look out for

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Learn to read between the lines and save yourself a fortune.

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Can spin-offs make you a millionaire?

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Serious about retiring early? Perhaps it's time to look at the merits of spin-off companies.

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Should you buy growth-focused Burford Capital plc and Gym Group plc following today’s results?

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Paul Summers runs the rule over the final results from two growth-focused companies.

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3 market leaders that could rebound strongly

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Paul Summers picks out three companies that could be excellent contrarian buys.

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Top income picks for your ISA portfolio

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As the ISA deadline approaches, Paul Summers picks out three top dividend payers from the market.

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One high-street retailer I’d buy and one I’d sell in March

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When it comes to retailers, Paul Summers thinks it's best to follow the crowd.

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Is Dignity plc a falling knife to catch after crashing 15%?

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Paul Summers looks at whether today's cautious outlook from Dignity plc (LON:DTY) is actually a great opportunity for new investors.

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2 FTSE 250 growth stocks to consider before April’s ISA deadline

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Paul Summers looks at whether Just Eat plc (LON:JE) and Tritax Big Box REIT (LON:BBOX) deserve a place in your…

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After 3-bagging in 3 months, is Purplebricks plc set to crash?

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Paul Summers considers whether now might be the time to get out of Purplebricks plc (LON:PURP).

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Last chance to grab shares in Gear4music plc under £7?

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After a superb run of form, Gear4music plc's (LON:G4M) latest trading update suggests there's more upside to come.

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Should you kick Burberry Group plc into touch and buy growth-focused Jimmy Choo plc?

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Are today's full-year results from luxury shoemaker Jimmy Choo plc (LON:CHOO) enough to tempt investors away from Burberry Group plc…

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Should you add newly listed Warpaint London plc to your investing arsenal?

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Paul Summers looks at the investment case for cosmetics firm and new-share-on-the-block, Warpaint London plc (LON:W7L).

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Better buy: Moneysupermarket.com plc vs Rightmove plc

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Both have massive shares of their respective markets but which of Moneysupermarket.com plc (LON:MONY) and Rightmove plc (LON:RMV) is the…

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Forget Pearson plc — I’d buy this small-cap peer instead

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Following recent results, Pearson plc (LON:PSON) could be a falling knife. Here's a far more enticing opportunity to this Fool.

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2 Brexit-proof stocks I’d buy now before it’s too late

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With Brexit on the horizon and results around the corner, now might be a good time to snap up these…

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Should you be stocking up on these ‘secret’ small caps before results come in?

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These companies performed well over 2016. Can the good times continue?

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Can BAE Systems plc help you retire early?

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Paul Summers looks at the investment case for defence giant BAE Systems plc (LON:BA) following today's full-year results.

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2 quality stocks that look seriously undervalued

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Paul Summers thinks now might be a great time to buy these top quality companies.

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2 micro-cap stocks I’ve added to my watch list

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So long as you can stand the risk, Paul Summers thinks these two companies should continue to reward investors handsomely…

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E-commerce is booming, these stocks are rising, and it’s time to take advantage

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As the popularity of online shopping shows no sign of slowing down, Paul Summers is bullish on the prospects of…

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Should you buy or sell these mighty growth stocks before March results?

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Recent results have been excellent but should investors quit while they're ahead?

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2 high-risk, high-reward small caps I’d buy before March

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Paul Summers thinks now might be a great time to buy into these small-cap stocks.

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Can good management make you a million?

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Paul Summers looks at what qualities investors should look for when scrutinising the management of a prospective investment.

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Is diversification stopping you from making a million?

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Your appetite to risk is key for deciding how many stocks to hold in your portfolio, says Paul Summers.

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Will Rolls-Royce Holding plc’s shares ever breach £12?

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Paul Summers looks at the latest set of results from Rolls-Royce Holdings plc (LON:RR).

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Should income seekers buy into Neil Woodford’s new fund?

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Paul Summers looks at the arguments for and against investing in the star fund manager's new offering.

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3 bargain shares with rapidly growing dividends

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Paul Summers identifies three companies that could appeal to both value and income-focused investors.

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Are shares in GlaxoSmithKline plc now in bargain territory?

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Paul Summers casts his eyes over today's results from pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK).

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3 FTSE 100 stocks with magnificent moats

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Find a company with a wide economic moat and you've probably found a very safe investment.

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Why shares in this growth stock should keep rising in February

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Thanks to its latest acquisition, Paul Summers thinks shares in this growth star will continue their fantastic form.

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Want to retire early? Focus on this figure

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Paul Summers outlines why a company's ability to grow from the capital it invests can be more important than its…

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2 top travel stocks to beat the winter blues

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Thinking about booking a holiday? Check out these two companies at the same time.

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Is Wizz Air plc now a contrarian buy after Q3 profit warning sends shares plummeting?

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Wizz Air (LON:WIZZ) cuts its full-year view but Paul Summers thinks this might be a perfect time to buy shares…

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Is SSE plc’s mammoth 6% yield under threat following today’s update?

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Should holders of SSE (LON:SSE) be concerned or comforted by today's trading update?

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With a 4.2% yield and low valuation, is it mad to ignore Britvic plc?

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Q1 results at Britvic plc (LON:BVIC) look fairly decent. Is this a great opportunity for investors?

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With revenue up 211%, is this high-yielding small cap a better buy than Diageo plc?

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Today's excellent interim results suggest this small cap could be a good play on the drinks industry.

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Should dividend investors dump these FTSE 100 giants and buy Tesco plc?

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Tesco plc (LON: TSCO) is set to resume paying dividends. Should those seeking income pile in?

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How long will it take BT Group plc’s shares to recover?

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A calm but decisive approach is key to restoring faith in BT Group plc (LON:BT-A).

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