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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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Is this the best stock to invest in right now?

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Roland Head explains why he likes this FTSE 250 business so much and wonders if it could be the best…

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3 top FTSE 250 dividend stocks I’d buy for a second income today

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Income-hunting investor Roland Head looks at three market-leading FTSE 250 companies that have distinguished dividend records.

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A cheap stock to consider buying as the FTSE 100 hits all-time highs

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Roland Head explains why the FTSE 100 probably isn’t expensive and highlights a cheap dividend share to consider buying today.

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3 shares I’d buy for passive income if I was retiring early

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Roland Head profiles three FTSE 350 dividend shares he’d like to buy for their passive income to support an early…

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Why I’m confident Tesco shares can provide a reliable income for investors

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This FTSE 100 stalwart generated £2bn of surplus cash last year. Roland Head thinks Tesco shares look like a solid…

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Will copper growth lift the Rio Tinto share price over £60?

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Roland Head takes a look at the share price of FTSE 100 miner Rio Tinto. With a dividend yield of…

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Anglo American share price rises despite profit slump

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Has Anglo American’s share price bottomed out? The FTSE 100 miner has reported mixed results but value may be emerging.

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FTSE 100 earnings: what can we expect from Rolls-Royce in 2024?

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The Rolls-Royce share price tripled in 2023. Roland Head wonders whether this FTSE 100 stock could continue that impressive trajectory…

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1 stock I’d buy to target a £2,700 passive income from £20k

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An investment in this FTSE 100 stock could provide a whopping 13.5% passive income in a few years’ time, says…

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I’d target a £1,000 passive income from £10k with this FTSE high yielder

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This FTSE 100 dividend stock offers a 10% yield. Roland Head explains why it's one of his top picks for…

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The British American Tobacco share price rises on news of a possible £12bn windfall

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British American Tobacco could be a stock to consider at the current share price, says Roland Head. He believes the…

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£50k invested in these FTSE 250 shares could make me a £4k income

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These FTSE 250 dividend shares offer yields of 8% or more. Roland Head explains why he thinks they could be…

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The Airtel Africa share price climbs after a strong growth report: here’s what I’m doing

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Roland Head explains why he thinks the Airtel Africa share price still looks good value despite a steady increase, and…

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Steady growth makes this a FTSE 250 stock for defensive investors to consider buying

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Roland Head explains why this FTSE 250 soft drinks group is on his radar as a potential buy, following a…

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Why Fresnillo’s share price could bounce back as headwinds ease

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FTSE 100 miner Fresnillo is unloved, but profits are expected to recover in 2024. Roland Head reckons the share price…

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ITV isn’t just a broadcaster. The FTSE 250 stock gets half its revenue from a faster-growing unit

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FTSE 250 stock ITV is in a tough place. Shareholder Roland Head explains why he believes the business looks cheap…

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30 years without a cut! Here’s the BAE Systems dividend forecast for 2024 and 2025

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Dividend forecasts suggest that BAE’s payout could keep rising. But after doubling in two years, does this FTSE 100 stock…

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Harbour Energy share price slump: is it time to buy?

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The Harbour Energy share price is down, but this FTSE 250 firm now offers a 7% yield and is poised…

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Sales are down, but I’d consider buying this FTSE 250 stock as a recovery play

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This unloved FTSE 250 firm offers a 5% dividend yield and could be a profitable buy to consider at current…

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Here’s the Diageo dividend forecast for 2024 and 2025

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Diageo is facing an unexpected setback, but dividend forecasts suggest that this FTSE 100 stock could now offer value, says…

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Forget franchise royalties, FTSE 250 stock Domino’s Pizza Group generates almost 70% of its sales from this hidden business

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Domino’s Pizza has been an impressive long-term growth story. Roland Head reveals the secret sauce that boosts the FTSE 250…

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Here’s why the Centrica share price rose 45% in 2023

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Centrica’s share price soared last year, thanks to exceptional circumstances. So at the start of 2024, do the shares still…

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2 value stocks to consider buying before the new year

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Market conditions could favour value stocks in 2024, suggests Roland Head. He highlights two UK companies he thinks could be…

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2 penny stocks to consider buying in 2024

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Buying cheap shares in good quality, profitable businesses could be a good strategy for 2024, says Roland Head. Here are…

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9.5% yield! Are British American Tobacco shares too cheap at £25?

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The recent performance of British American Tobacco shares has been poor. But with a new CEO in charge, I've been…

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10.8% yield! Is something wrong with Vodafone shares?

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Vodafone shares are trading at prices not seen for 25 years. Roland Head explains what's happening and why he thinks…

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2 excellent FTSE 100 dividend shares that aren’t Lloyds or Glencore

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Roland Head looks beyond big hitters Lloyds and Glencore and highlights two FTSE 100 dividend shares he'd buy with yields…

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Is Lloyds’ share price slump an unmissable buying opportunity?

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Lloyds' 6% dividend yield looks safe, says Roland Head. He sees the recent share price fall as a good buying…

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2 high-yield FTSE stocks I’d buy now to target an 8%+ income

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These high-yield FTSE 100 shares could provide an 8% annual income. Roland Head considers the outlook for each and explains…

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With National Grid’s share price near record highs, is it still a buy?

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Are National Grid shares worth £12? This business has an outstanding dividend record and could still be attractive today, says…

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Should I buy bank shares now for my Stocks and Shares ISA?

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Has the banking crisis created buying opportunities for Stocks and Shares ISA investors? Roland Head looks at the top FTSE…

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Here’s the GSK dividend forecast for 2023 and 2024

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Roland Head looks at the latest GSK dividend forecasts and explains why he'd consider buying the stock today, despite certain…

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2 penny stocks I’d buy now for the next bull market

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Roland Head highlights two penny stocks that have faced some challenges. But they now look cheap and could be well-positioned…

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3 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy today

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Roland Head explains why he thinks these big dividend payers could be some of the best shares to buy in…

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Here’s the Rio Tinto dividend forecast for 2023 and 2024

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The latest dividend forecasts for Rio Tinto look reassuring and suggest that shareholders can still expect a 6%+ yield, according…

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Why Taylor Wimpey could be one of the best value stocks to buy today

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Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey looks well prepared for a tough market. Roland Head thinks this 7% yielder could be a good…

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I’d invest £350 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a lifelong passive income

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UK investors can put up to £20k per year into a Stocks and Shares ISA. Roland Head explains why he's…

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With a 5% dividend yield, are SSE shares worth buying today?

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The SSE share price has performed strongly since November, but Roland Head is cautious and warns that the dividend is…

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2 penny stocks to buy in March

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Roland Head has been hunting through unloved sectors of the market for bargain buys. He reckons these penny stocks are…

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2 FTSE 100 shares to buy now at 52-week lows

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These FTSE 100 shares are looking bombed out and unloved to me, but they could be good contrarian buys, says…

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