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Paul Summers

Paul has been teaching psychology in higher education since 2007 and also holds the CFA Society's Investment Management Certificate (IMC). It won't come as a surprise to learn that he's particularly interested in anything related to behavioural finance. A Terry Smith-influenced quality investor, Paul is a fan of companies boasting seriously high returns on capital. He always reinvests his dividends.

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Sirius Minerals plc isn’t the only stock with a promising future

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Paul Summers takes a look at another young mining stock with big ambitions.

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Carillion plc isn’t the only value trap I’d avoid right now

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Paul Summers is as bearish on this troubled mid-cap as he is on construction firm Carillion plc (LON: CLLN)

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2 dirt-cheap high flyers

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Not every stock in the top tier is expensive. Paul Summers looks at two potential bargains.

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Why things could get even worse for this dividend dud

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Shares in this household name remain cheap for a reason, thinks Paul Summers.

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This growth stock could be a better buy than Barclays plc

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Paul Summers thinks growth-focused investors should check out this alternative to Barclays plc (LON: BARC)

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Time to get greedy with these battered small-cap stocks?

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Could these shares now be tempting contrarian picks? Paul Summers thinks so.

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Neil Woodford’s just bought more of this dividend stock

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This big dividend payer has been dumped by many investors in recent weeks but Neil Woodford isn't one of them.

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Time to check out of this FTSE 100 multibagger?

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest trading update from this top tier giant.

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These stellar small-cap stocks could be good for your wealth

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Despite the risks involved, Paul Summers thinks these two small-cap stocks still offer a lot of upside.

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One screamingly cheap small-cap stock I’d avoid and one I’d buy

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Be warned - some small-cap stocks aren't quite the deal they appear to be.

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Could these small-cap stocks help future-proof your portfolio?

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Paul Summers looks at two market minnows whose assets could be in huge demand in the coming years.

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Neil Woodford loves these two market newbies. Should you?

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Paul Summers takes a look at two recent additions by the star fund manager.

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One multibagging FTSE 250 stock I’d buy and one I’d sell

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Paul Summers thinks it might be time to ditch one high street retailer and switch to another.

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Is UK Oil & Gas Investments plc a falling knife worth catching after sinking 15% today?

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Paul Summers thinks UK Oil & Gas Investments plc (LON:UKOG) is only for the brave, even after today's massive fall.

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These small-cap growth stocks could still make you brilliantly rich

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Paul Summers takes a closer look at two small-cap stocks that look likely to continue rewarding investors.

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This FTSE 100 giant isn’t the only stock expected to deliver blockbuster growth

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Willing to take on a bit more risk? This small-cap could be another great leisure stock to hold.

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Why I’d buy easyJet plc over this beaten-up mid-cap

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Budget airline easyJet plc (LON:EZY) looks a far better stock than this battered retailer.

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One bargain-basement dividend stock I’d buy and one I’d avoid

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When it comes to dividends, Paul Summers thinks its pays to look for 'rubbish' shares.

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Time to get greedy with IQE plc and Hurricane Energy plc?

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Paul Summers remains optimistic on IQE plc (LON:IQE) and Hurricane Energy plc (LON:HUR).

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2 ‘under the radar’ growth stocks I’d consider buying

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Paul Summers picks out two top growth stocks that the market appears to have neglected.

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One growth stock I’d buy ahead of Astrazeneca plc

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If dividends aren't a priority, Paul Summers think this top growth stock might be a better bet than Astrazeneca plc…

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Is Purplebricks Group plc a millionaire-maker stock?

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest trading update from hybrid estate agent Purplebricks Group plc (LON:PURP).

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Market darling Boohoo.Com plc could still make you brilliantly rich

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As it delivers another stonking set of numbers, Paul Summers thinks Boohoo.Com plc (LON:BOO) could be worth holding on to.

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4 words that could decide your financial fate

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Paul Summers reflects on the dangers of getting too comfortable when it comes to investing.

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2 dividend-growth stocks I’d buy today

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These high-flying shares also tick the box when it comes to rewarding their investors.

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This top growth stock turned £1k into £64k in just 10 years (and there should be more to come)

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Paul Summers takes a look at the latest interim numbers from this top tech stock.

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2 fast-rising growth stocks that could make you a millionaire

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These small-cap stocks could be seriously good for your wealth.

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Nearing retirement? 2 stocks you might want to buy

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Paul Summers picks out two stocks for those who want to retain some exposure to equities as they approach retirement.

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2 ‘secret’ small-cap stocks offering value, growth and income

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These under-the-radar stocks appear to offer something for everyone.

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Was I wrong about this Neil Woodford-backed small-cap stock?

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Is this lossmaking small-cap stock about to surprise on the upside?

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Why I’d dump Centrica plc to buy this top growth stock

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Paul Summers thinks those with sufficiently long investing horizons should consider this fast-growing company over FTSE 100 giant Centrica plc…

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How to have money rolling in without doing anything

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Paul Summers highlights the benefits of adopting a lazy investment strategy.

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Is this smoking-hot small-cap about to crash after six-bagging in one year?

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Paul Summers is optimistic on this high-flying games publisher's future, but cautious when it comes to the valuation.

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Why I’d still buy and hold this stock after its 40% decline

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A victim of economic and political uncertainty, this niche housebuilder still looks a decent investment.

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National Grid plc isn’t the only defensive dividend stock I’d buy today

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This small-cap deserves a place alongside FTSE 100 giant National Grid plc (LON:NG) in any income-focused portfolio.

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Why Provident Financial plc’s woes could help you retire early

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Things may be bleak for Provident Financial plc (LON:PFG) but Paul Summers thinks this could be an excellent opportunity for…

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2 ‘under the radar’ growth and income stocks

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Paul Summers looks at two 'secret' small-caps promising earnings growth and decent dividends.

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Why BT Group plc and Persimmon plc have the qualities Warren Buffett looks for

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BT Group plc (LON:BT-A) and Persimmon plc (LON:PSN) appear to offer an excellent combination of value and quality.

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Is this small-cap stock a falling knife to catch after dropping 15% today?

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Paul Summers considers whether today's share price fall of this market minnow is an opportunity for brave investors.

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3 stocks with terrifying pension deficits

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With the size of pension deficits back in the news, Paul Summers highlights three companies he'll be avoiding for the…

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