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Dr. James Fox

Dr. James Fox

Based in London, James is a freelance investment writer for the Fool UK. He also contributes to business and economics publications, having previously worked as a staff writer and editor. James has a PhD in development studies and has contributed to academic work on global supply chains. He also manages his own investment portfolio.

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in Tesla stock a decade ago, here’s what I’d have now!

| Dr. James Fox

While many of us debate whether Tesla stock is worth the price today, it's undeniable that the EV share has…

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Here’s what Michael Burry did as the BP share price dipped!

| Dr. James Fox

The BP share price has fallen from its peaks once again, and infamous investor Michael Burry may have spotted an…

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What on earth’s going on with the Barclays share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The Barclays share price has skyrocketed in recent months, becoming one of the best-performing stocks on the FTSE 100 since…

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Analysts say this amazing FTSE 100 stock is a takeover target!

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 100 stock's one of the worst-performing companies on the index in 2024. So why might other companies want…

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Where on earth will Nio stock be in 1 year?

| Dr. James Fox

Nio stock has demonstrated extraordinary volatility over the past 12 months, but where will it be in a year's time?…

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Top alternatives to consider as the IAG share price climbs!

| Dr. James Fox

I've been bullish on IAG shares for some time, but as the IAG share price pushes upwards from its pandemic…

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£50k in savings? Here’s how I’d aim for a second income worth £60,000 a year

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a second income and the prospect of an easier life. Dr James Fox explains how…

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The BT share price has surged! Did I leave it too late to buy?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price has surged since I last covered it. So what's happened and am I too late to…

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Should I buy Tesla stock for its ‘unused computing power’ and not the EVs?

| Dr. James Fox

At 71 times forward earnings, Tesla stock's valued like a technology or AI company. So why is this, and should…

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Here’s why the Rolls-Royce share price should keep gaining!

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price is up 185% over the past 12 months, but there are a host of tailwinds that…

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Should I be worried about the red-hot Lloyds share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price has surged in recent months, rewarding patient shareholders. But should I be looking to sell as…

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2 explosive stocks I’d buy today for a life-changing passive income in 10 years

| Dr. James Fox

For many of us, passive income is the end goal. However, unless we have a big pot of cash, we're…

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Nvidia stock is becoming more affordable!

| Dr. James Fox

Nvidia stock is up 2,500% over five years, but the chip giant’s share split -- announced during its earnings report…

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This dividend stock could pop next week!

| Dr. James Fox

This dividend stock happens to have one of the biggest dividend yields I've come across -- 10.7% -- but I'm…

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£8,000 in cash? Here’s how I’d invest for a £6,960 second income

| Dr. James Fox

Investing for a second income isn't always about investing in dividend-paying stocks. Dr James Fox details his growth-oriented strategy.

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10.8% dividend yield! 2 cheap stocks to consider for a £2,060 passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us invest for a passive income, and these two stocks could be among the best out there for…

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Investing Articles

What on earth’s going on with the Lloyds share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price has surprised investors, including myself, in recent months. Investor sentiment's gone through the roof, but should…

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Two small-cap UK shares that could explode in the long run!

| Dr. James Fox

Small-cap UK shares are inherently more risky investments than their mature FTSE 100 counterparts. But they can also be very…

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This battered UK stock could rise 181%, according to a Wall Street broker

| Dr. James Fox

This UK stock’s fallen from £20.70 five years ago to just £1.35 today. But this Bernstein analyst thinks it deserves…

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Growth stocks and discounted English wine: a match made in heaven?

| Dr. James Fox

Normally when we think of growth stocks, we think of tech and AI, but this English vineyard represents a really…

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This beaten-down ‘almost’ penny stock trades 180% below its target price! 

| Dr. James Fox

This penny stock’s been in the wars. Shares in AIM-listed Mulberry are down 55% over 12 months amid a downturn…

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What happens if the BT share price drops below 100p?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price is close to 100p, and it hasn't traded below here since 2009. Dr James Fox takes…

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The Lloyds share price is red hot! Is it finally time to sell?

| Dr. James Fox

The Lloyds share price has displayed more volatility than we might expect from a FTSE 100 stalwart this year. But…

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How I’d try and turn £20,000 into a second income that’s bigger than my salary

| Dr. James Fox

Many of us put our money into savings accounts, but over the long run, the returns are poor. So this…

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How £50 a week could become a passive income worth £45,209

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us put money aside for a passive income, but stocks and shares allow us to be much more…

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Investing Articles

Is the Rolls-Royce share price simply a joke?

| Dr. James Fox

The Rolls-Royce share price has extended its gains over the past 12 months -- it's now up 186%. Has the…

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If I’d invested £1,000 before the IAG share price collapsed, here’s what I’d have now

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price has been resurgent in recent months with a near-index-topping 17.9% growth since the beginning of the…

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Does the BP share price scream ‘value’ after its earnings report?

| Dr. James Fox

The BP share price might not scream 'value', but the stock represents a cheaper alternative to several peers in the…

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Up 6.3%, where will the Tesco share price go next?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesco share price has been relatively steady of late, consolidating moderate gains over the past 12 months. Dr James…

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Will the beaten-down BT share price go lower from here?

| Dr. James Fox

The BT share price is largely unmoved over the past month and it's trading towards the bottom of its range.…

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Is NIO stock poised for a great rebound?

| Dr. James Fox

NIO stock has risen 24.5% over the past month, coming off its lows following a solid month of vehicle deliveries.…

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Investing Articles

What on earth’s going on with the Tesla share price?

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price has been incredibly volatile in recent months. Dr James Fox takes a closer look as the…

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5 amazing investments for a megabucks second income!

| Dr. James Fox

We'd all love a second income, but some of us just don't know where to look. Dr James Fox details…

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What’s going on the IAG share price? It’s so volatile!

| Dr. James Fox

The IAG share price has demonstrated plenty of volatility in recent months. Dr James Fox takes a closer look at…

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Why Rolls-Royce shares dropped in April but GE Aerospace stock surged!

| Dr. James Fox

Rolls-Royce shares actually fell by 3% in April amid a flurry of conflicting news stories. Dr James Fox takes a…

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I’d invest £10 a week for £15,313 of annual passive income

| Dr. James Fox

Unless we've got a lot of money, we should all play the long game with passive income. Dr James Fox…

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1 diamond in the rough I’ve added to my Stocks and Shares ISA to build wealth

| Dr. James Fox

I've recently added this growth-oriented company to my Stocks and Shares ISA. It's had a rocky few months but I'm…

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Why Lloyds shares gained just 1% in April!

| Dr. James Fox

Lloyds shares were pretty much flat in April, having surged 22.7% since January. Dr James Fox explores what could be…

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This iconic FTSE 250 firm could recover and soar like Rolls-Royce

| Dr. James Fox

This FTSE 250 stock's just hit an all-time low. It's suffering under a huge debt burden and revenues actually slowed…

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2 incredible passive income shares you probably haven’t heard of!

| Dr. James Fox

When it comes to passive income shares, there are very few companies with stronger credentials than these two. Dr James…

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