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Roland Head

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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13% yield! But how safe is Persimmon’s dividend?

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The Persimmon dividend provides the FTSE 100's highest yield. Our writer asks if this jumbo payout is too good to…

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3 bargain FTSE 100 shares I’d buy before a market recovery

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Roland Head explains why he thinks these FTSE 100 shares could be too cheap to ignore after recent falls.

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2 FTSE 250 shares I’d buy to target a lifelong income

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These FTSE 250 shares are market leaders with impressive dividend credentials, says Roland Head.

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Here’s the Aviva dividend forecast through to 2024

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Is the Aviva dividend safe and will it continue to rise? Roland Head looks at the latest City estimates for…

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Are BT shares heading for 300p?

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BT shares are worth 35% less than five years ago, but Roland Head thinks the group's turnaround plan could be…

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Is the Fevertree share price crash a brilliant buying opportunity?

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Roland Head looks at the facts behind Fevertree share price slump and gives his verdict on the stock.

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What’s happened to the Aston Martin share price?

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The Aston Martin share price has crashed, but the company is making progress, says Roland Head.

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Should I buy Rio Tinto shares if the price drops below £45?

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Is the Rio Tinto (LON: RIO) share price a bargain at current levels? Roland Head has been taking a fresh…

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Is the Currys share price a bargain buy?

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The Currys (LON: CURY) share price has tanked. Roland Head reckons this unloved retail stock could be cheap after last…

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Here’s the BP dividend forecast through to 2024

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The oil giant's profits have surged due to unusual market conditions, but Roland Head sees change ahead. Will BP's dividend…

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Is now a good time to buy Centrica (LON:CNA) shares?

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Roland Head picked Centrica shares as his top stock of 2022. In this half-year update, he explains why he's still…

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Is the AO World share price a bargain buy right now?

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The AO World share price crashed last week. But now it has fresh cash in the bank and a new…

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Here’s the Lloyds dividend forecast through to 2024

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Roland Head explains why he might use the Lloyds dividend to try and copy a famous Warren Buffett technique.

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An AIM stock I’d buy on the dips and hold for 10 years

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This family-run AIM stock is a quality business that's starting to look very affordable for my portfolio, says Roland Head.

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One cheap FTSE 100 share I’d buy for a new bull market

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This FTSE 100 share is unloved and starting to look seriously cheap, says Roland Head.

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Two 9% dividend shares I’d keep buying in July

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Roland Head highlights two dividend shares from his portfolio and explains why he thinks the they offer safe high yields.

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Down 30%, are CRH shares a screaming buy?

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The CRH share price has slumped this year. Roland Head asks if this overlooked FTSE 100 share could be a…

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Is the AstraZeneca share price still good value at £10?

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The AstraZeneca share price has been a top FTSE 100 performer in recent years. Roland Head asks if he’s too…

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Why I’d invest £1,000 in this penny stock today

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Roland Head explains why he thinks this penny stock could move sharply higher over the next year.

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Should I buy more British American Tobacco shares at 3,500p?

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British American Tobacco (LON: BATS) shares are among the top three risers in the FTSE 100 this year. Is there…

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Should I buy this 8% dividend stock for passive income?

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This FTSE 100 share boasts a tempting 8% yield and has plenty of cash. Can it provide a safe passive…

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At 900p, are ASOS shares a slam-dunk buy?

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The ASOS share price has plummeted. Roland Head looks at what’s happening and wonders whether this online fashion retailer is…

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Should I buy more Shell shares?

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Is the Shell share price about to peak? Roland Head explains why he thinks it’s important to focus on the…

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Should I buy easyJet shares at 425p?

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Roland Head explains why he’s considering easyJet shares as a contrarian buy for his portfolio.

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Is today a good time to buy Lloyds shares?

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Lloyds shares have underperformed the market over the last year. The stock now offers a 5.3% income that’s expected to…

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These FTSE 100 stocks are big fallers. I think they’re too cheap

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Roland Head takes a look at three of this year’s biggest FTSE 100 fallers and explains why he thinks they…

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My ISA has slumped in 2022. Is this the best stock for me to buy now?

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Roland Head is looking for defensive shares for his Stocks and Shares ISA. Is this investment trust the best stock…

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One growth stock I’d buy right now

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Sales have doubled since 2019 at this growth stock but the shares still offer a possible 5% dividend yield. Roland…

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This UK share is today’s biggest faller: should I buy now?

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This UK share has fallen by 50% over in the last year. Is this highly-profitable business now a bargain buy?

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These FTSE 100 shares are down 50%! Should I buy them now?

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Roland Head looks at three FTSE 100 shares that have halved over the last year. Can he find any bargain…

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Is now a good time to buy National Grid shares?

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National Grid shares have dipped recently. Roland Head explains why he thinks this FTSE 100 dividend could provide reliable long-term…

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At 6p, is it time to buy Woodbois shares?

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Woodbois shares have fallen 25% since the start of May. Roland Head asks whether he should buy the dip and…

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Does an 8% yield make Glencore shares a slam-dunk buy?

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Glencore shares offer an 8% dividend yield. With the company’s legal troubles now out of the way, Roland Head asks…

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5 shares I’d buy to target a passive income of 7% per year

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Roland Head explains why market volatility is helping him to boost the passive income from his portfolio and reveals five…

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Is now the right time to buy UK shares?

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Roland Head explains why he’s buying UK shares and isn’t worrying too much about scary news headlines.

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This FTSE 250 share is up 25%. Should I buy now?

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This FTSE 250 share has surged after upgrading growth forecasts for the year ahead. Are the shares still cheap?

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Could Aviva’s 7% dividend yield give me an income for life?

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Are Aviva shares too cheap to ignore? Roland Head explains why he’s considering this income heavyweight for his portfolio.

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At 85p, are Rolls-Royce shares a slam-dunk buy?

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The Rolls-Royce share price is in penny stock territory. Roland Head explains why he thinks this FTSE 100 stalwart looks…

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As the stock market stumbles, this is what I’m doing with my portfolio

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The stock market is looking shaky, but Roland Head says he’s starting to see buying opportunities among the companies on…

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After a 50% fall, is it time to buy Scottish Mortgage shares?

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Scottish Mortgage shares have collapsed over the last six months. But as Roland Head explains, this could be a buying…

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