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James J. McCombie

James J. McCombie has been writing for the Fool UK since August 2019 and has passed the charted financial analyst (CFA) level one and two examinations.

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Worried about your retirement? Here are two pieces of pension planning advice

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Don't overlook these simple tips to help you make the most of your retirement.

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Should you hold onto your shares in FTSE 250 listed utility provider Telecom Plus?

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Telecom Plus (LSE: TEP) should fare better than others in a downturn, but something still concerns me, despite today's positive…

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Record results suggest the future could be even better for this FTSE 250 growth stock

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Despite the fantastic revenue and profit growth reported today, I am not rushing into shares in Future (LSE: FUTR) just…

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I follow these lessons when comparing funds for my investment ISA or SIPP

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ISAs and SIPPs are great vehicles for sheltering your fund investments from tax, and the benefits compound over time, but…

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This dividend stock has outperformed the FTSE 100. Should you add it to your ISA?

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In terms of total return, International Airlines Group (LSE: IAG) has indeed outperformed the FTSE 100. Read here why I…

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Aston Martin share price breaks down again after disappointing Q3 report

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The losses continue for Aston Martin (LSE: AML), but with expansion plans and a new model on the way can…

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Investment mistakes can be costly…so what can you do to avoid them?

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Here are a few tips and pointers to help you decide if a company's business model is more boom than…

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All bets were off as the William Hill share price crashed 12% yesterday

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Gambling stocks like William Hill (LSE: WHM) and Flutter Entertainment (LSE: FLTR) slid yesterday on news of a call for…

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What happened in the stock market today

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The FTSE 100 fell by about 1% on the back of a stronger pound, and a mixed bag of updates…

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I think this AIM stock’s price could surge…but I am being patient

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Amryt Pharma (LSE: AMYT) might just have the revenues to get its exciting pipeline assets to market now.

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Someone thinks these FTSE share prices are going lower…should you be worried?

| James J. McCombie

Find out why I think shares of Cineworld Group (LSE: CINE), Metro Bank (LSE: MTRO), and Wood Group (LSE: WG)…

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Taking AIM at inheritance tax

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Investing in AIM stocks could reduce the size of an inheritance tax bill.

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Can the Boohoo share price double your money?

| James J. McCombie

Boohoo (LSE: BOO) is still growing at a clip and is on track to cruise through the billion-pound revenue mark.

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Should you invest in a SIPP or an ISA?

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Thinking of opening an ISA or SIPP but can't decide which? See here how your money can grow in each…

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Bonds still have a place in your ISA or SIPP

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Despite negative yields, bonds still have their benefits and a fund that invests in high-quality debt can bring them to…

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Can the GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) share price double your money?

| James J. McCombie

Buying GlaxoSmithKline (LSE: GSK) and reinvesting your dividends can build real wealth over time.

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How to invest with less risk

| James J. McCombie

A well-diversified portfolio balances risk and optimizes return and every investor can follow the general principles of diversification

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Shares in this FTSE AIM 100 company look tasty to me

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Hotel Chocolat (LSE: HOTC) is growing its revenues and keeping its margins sweet and has yet to really unwrap its…

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Finding shares for a Brexit portfolio

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Using the one-day price response to the 2016 referendum vote is a useful screen for finding shares of companies that…

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Want to build wealth? Investing beats playing the National Lottery

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James J. McCombie demonstrates with simulations that investing, rather than playing the National Lottery, is far likelier to leave you…

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Why did the Zotefoams share price crash on Wednesday?

| James J. McCombie

A bad trading update has caused investors to start questioning the Zotefoams (LSE:ZTF) growth story.

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Setting goals for your ISA or SIPP

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Goals-based investing is more compatible with the ways we think about our money, and how we plan for the future

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A share price warning for UK retail stocks

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UK retailers will be reporting increasing debts due to a new accounting standard affecting how they account for leases.

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My top 3 FTSE All-Share Index stocks to avoid this September

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Short sellers are betting against Kier Group, AA and Wood Group.

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Don’t know where to start with a self-invested pension? Put your money to work like this

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Investing in a global market portfolio is possible within a SIPP or ISA. Investing in everything means not having to…

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I see growth in the pipeline at this FTSE 250 biotech stock

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Puretech Health plc's (LON: PRTC) shares surged after approval of a weight-loss treatment.

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This FTSE 250 income stock’s dividend yield has my attention

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Right now, shares in Brewin Dolphin Holdings plc (LON: BRW) offer a dividend yield that is tough to ignore.

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Is the Boohoo share price on trend?

| James J. McCombie

Boohoo Group plc (LON: BOO) shares have been flying off the shelf recently, but could still be a bargain.

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After Greene King’s buyout, is the Marston’s share price ripe for picking?

| James J. McCombie

Whether or not Marston’s plc (LON: MARS) is taken over, its dividend yield and prospects can justify a gamble.

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Telecom Plus can handle a recession

| James J. McCombie

Loyal customers, non-discretionary products and services, and low debt should see Telecom Plus plc (LON:TEP) cope well in an economic…

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