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Roland Head

Roland is an experienced investment writer and analyst with a particular focus on dividend investing and value opportunities. He's been writing for the Motley Fool since 2012 and also contributes to other UK investor platforms, such as Stockopedia. Roland holds the CFA UK Investment Management Certificate (IMC) and has passed the CFA Level 1 exam. A keen private investor, he also runs an internet business.

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Investing Articles

I’d buy 29,412 shares of this UK dividend stock for £150 a month in passive income

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Insiders have been buying this dividend stock, which offers an 8.5% yield. Roland Head explains why he’d choose the shares…

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If I’d put £10,000 into the FTSE 100’s biggest stock at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

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The FTSE 100’s biggest company has romped away from the index over the last five years, but has fallen behind…

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A UK share with a growing dividend and a yield over 10%

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Roland Head looks at a UK share with a double-digit dividend yield and gives his view on whether this jumbo…

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Lloyds shares just fell 9%. Is it time to buy?

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Lloyds shares have sunk after a legal ruling that's triggered fears the bank could face huge motor finance compensation costs.

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A 17% yield! Why I’ve been buying this UK income stock ahead of the Budget

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Roland Head thinks the 17% yield offered by this income stock is sustainable and could drive a share price recovery…

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A FTSE 250 share with a 10% dividend yield that I think’s worth me buying

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This FTSE 250 high yielder's facing some challenges but could deliver knockout income and capital gains, says Roland Head.

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Should I follow Hargreaves Lansdown investors and buy more of FTSE 100 9% yielder Legal & General?

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FTSE 100 share Legal & General offers one of the highest dividend yields on the UK market. Roland Head asks…

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How I’d aim to turn £250 a month into a £1,500 monthly passive income

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This firm hasn’t cut its dividend for over 30 years. Roland Head explains why he'd buy the shares for this…

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Will these changes kick-start a boohoo share price recovery?

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The boohoo share price has fallen by more than 90%. Do the company’s plans to 'unlock' value make this fashion…

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City experts think these penny stocks could rise by at least 80%

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These penny stocks could be too cheap to ignore, according to analysts. Our writer wonder whether he should add them…

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3 of the best dividend shares I’d buy with yields over 6%

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Our writer highlights three high-yielding FTSE 350 dividend shares he’d pick for reliable income and potential capital gains.

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Here’s the dividend forecast for IAG shares through to 2026

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IAG shares are expected to provide a dividend yield of almost 4% in 2025. The airline group’s trading looks strong,…

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As BP’s share price drops below 400p, is it time for me to start buying?

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BP’s falling share price means the oil giant now offers a tempting 6% dividend yield. Is this a bargain buy,…

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If I’d put £5,000 into Lloyds shares at the start of 2024, here’s what I’d have now

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Lloyds shares have delivered a strong return this year. Roland Head explains why he's optimistic about the potential for further…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for BT shares through to 2027

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Can BT shares be trusted to deliver a reliable income between now and 2027? Roland Head has analysed broker forecasts…

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How much do I need to invest in shares to retire early and live on passive income?

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What’s the magic number? Roland Head crunches the numbers and explains how he’s using UK dividend shares to build a…

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Down 25% and with a 6% yield, are BP shares a bargain buy?

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BP shares are out of favour and offer a tempting dividend yield, says Roland Head. But is this FTSE 100…

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Down 73%, is this FTSE 250 growth stock a golden opportunity?

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This FTSE 250 firm is a market leader in its niche. With trading now getting back on track, are the…

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Will this penny stock be the next cheap share I buy for my ISA?

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This penny stock is trading 35% below brokers’ target price. With a 4.8% dividend yield on offer as well, I’m…

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Lloyds isn’t the only FTSE 100 stock I’d consider buying for lasting passive income

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Roland Head highlights a dividend stock with a 7% yield he’d consider to target a reliable passive income when he's…

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Why this unloved FTSE 250 stock could turn 55p into at least £1

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This FTSE 250 share's fallen 33% in August after a takeover bid fell through. But Roland Head explains why he…

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Here’s how I think the ITV share price might end 2024

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The ITV share price has disappointed investors. But as shareholder Roland Head explains, the business may be reaching a turning…

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How I’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a 6%+ dividend yield

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Roland Head explains how he targets a market-beating income from his Stocks and Shares ISA and discusses one stock on…

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£14k stashed away? Here’s how I’d use it to target a £1,264 monthly passive income

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Roland Head explains how high-yielding FTSE 100 shares can be used to build a long-term passive income without too much…

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Down 70% and yielding 10%, is this FTSE 250 share a bargain?

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This founder-led firm is trading at levels last seen in 2009. Is this FTSE 250 share an unmissable bargain -…

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Legal & General shares are flat after H1 results, but is the 10% yield too good to ignore?

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Investors seem wary about Legal & General shares. Roland Head asks if the generous dividend yield is supported by recent…

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Down more than 20% this year, here are 2 oversold stocks to consider buying today

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Roland Head explains why these unloved FTSE 250 shares are on his list of stocks to consider buying in this…

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Why the latest results from below-the-radar FTSE stock Intertek could support further share price gains

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Intertek’s share price remains below historic highs, but these results suggest the company's gaining momentum, says Roland Head.

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After a 40% decline, is this FTSE 100 stock too cheap to ignore?

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This FTSE 100 stock keeps falling, but is it really cheap? Roland Head takes a look at this remarkable business…

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Is the discounted F&C Investment Trust share price a no-brainer after H1 results?

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The F&C Investment Trust share price gives investors exposure to 'Magnificent 7' stocks like Nvidia and Amazon plus other important…

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Very big dividend yields are expected from these FTSE 100 stocks

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Roland Head highlights five FTSE 100 shares with dividend yields over 9% and explains which one he’d buy now.

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If I had £5k to invest today, would I buy Rolls-Royce shares?

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Is it too late to buy Rolls-Royce shares? Roland Head takes a look at this high-flying FTSE 100 engineer and…

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This FTSE 250 stock is up 30% in July! Should I buy it now?

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This FTSE 250 technology stock has seen its share price rise by 30% already in July. Roland Head asks if…

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2 bargain investment trusts with yields over 7% to consider buying for a Stocks & Shares ISA

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Roland Head highlights two high-yield opportunities that could deliver attractive returns inside a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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My JD Sports Fashion share price prediction for the second half of 2024

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The JD Sports Fashion share price hasn't yet recovered from January’s slump. So will the retailer's stock bounce back in…

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The government has been selling NatWest shares! Should I buy them for passive income?

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NatWest looks in good shape and its dividend supports a passive income that could soon reach 6%, says Roland Head.

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Are Anglo American shares a brilliant bargain after the takeover flop?

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The Anglo American share price has held on to most of its recent gains despite the headline-grabbing failure of BHP’s…

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The Sage share price slides on half-year results: is it time to buy?

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Sage’s share price has slipped on an uncertain outlook. But the company’s results suggest it’s still making good progress, says…

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Market Movers

Why I think Burberry’s share price is simply too cheap to ignore right now

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Burberry’s share price has dropped 50% in a year. Roland Head reviews the latest numbers and explains why he’s buying.

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3 legendary FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy for passive income today

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With at least 30 years of continuous dividend payouts, these FTSE 100 stocks look like good choices for passive income,…

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