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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 a number of other private investor platforms. 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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Cineworld and easyJet shares: should I buy the reopening trade?

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The easyJet share price is on a tear, up 30% in a month. Roland Head asks if the stock still…

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Dividend shares: I’m following Warren Buffett’s method in my ISA

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Buying dividend shares helps me copy one of Warren Buffett's core strategies, says Roland Head. Using an ISA means it's…

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Royal Mail’s share price is rising. Should I buy the stock now?

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The Royal Mail share price is soaring, but are the shares still cheap enough to buy? Roland Head thinks the…

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2 of the best shares to buy now

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Roland Head explains why he thinks these consumer-facing businesses could be among the best shares to buy now, ahead of…

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Lloyds’ share price could make it one of the best dividend shares to buy now

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The Lloyds share price has fallen heavily over the last year, but Roland Head reckons things are starting to look…

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2 of the best UK dividend-paying stocks to buy right now

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Roland Head is hunting for the best dividend-paying stocks in the UK market. These two shares both offer 6% yields…

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2 UK dividend stocks with 9% yields I’d buy today

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These UK dividend stocks offer an unusually high yield. Roland Head looks at the special circumstances facing each one and…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is under £1: should I buy today?

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The Rolls-Royce share price has slumped since December, but Roland Head is watching the shares closely and reckons they could…

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Stock investing: one of the best FTSE 100 shares I’d buy today

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A long-term approach to stock investing is essential, says Roland Head. He explains why this forward-looking FTSE 100 share could…

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Argo Blockchain’s share price is up 25%: should I buy today?

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The Argo Blockchain share price is hitting new highs. Roland Head explains why he's impressed with progress but unsure about…

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This UK share is up 1,900% in 5 years: why I’d still buy it today

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Roland Head looks at a UK share that breaks all his usual rules - but thanks to an army of…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy now and hold for 10 years

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These FTSE 100 shares could provide capital gains and income over the next decade. Roland Head explains why he's thinking…

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Why I’m still buying FTSE 100 shares in this stock market rally

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Roland Head looks at FTSE 100 shares on his buy list and explains why he thinks some of the UK's…

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Should I buy this 6%+ yielding oil stock instead of BP or Shell?

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Last year's dividend cuts mean that Shell and BP no longer offer high dividend yields. Roland Head is on the…

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This UK tech stock is up 25% today: should I buy now?

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Is this fast-rising share the best UK tech stock to buy now? Roland Head has been taking a look. He's…

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The Ocado share price has doubled in a year: should I buy on today’s dip?

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The Ocado share price has dipped after the tech firm's latest results. Roland Head has been digging into the figures.…

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Will the Unilever share price keep falling?

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Unilever's share price is attracting buyers on the Hargreaves Lansdown platform. Roland Head explains why he's thinking about buying too.

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2 cheap UK shares I’d buy today for the stock market recovery

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Roland Head looks at two UK shares in recovery mode that could deliver a strong return to growth (and dividends)…

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The Scottish Mortgage share price doubled in 2020: should I buy now?

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The SMT share price is awe-inspiring, but is now the time to buy? Roland Head is wondering whether to add…

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A dirt-cheap FTSE 100 share to buy today for passive income

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This FTSE 100 share offers a 9% dividend yield. Roland Head explains why he's bought the stock for passive income,…

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GSK share price falls on dividend cut warning. Here’s what I’d do now

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Roland Head explains why he's disappointed by the latest results from this pharma giant but is still tempted by the…

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The Cineworld share price is up 20% in a month: should I buy?

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The Cineworld share price has been rising fast. Roland Head reviews recent developments and explains why he's still avoiding CINE…

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The BP share price is falling: here’s what I’d do right now

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BP's share price is falling, but Roland Head reckons the shares could make a profitable addition to his dividend portfolio.

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Topshop deal lifts ASOS share price: should I buy?

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The ASOS share price has risen after the company announced plans to spend £265m acquiring several well-known high street fashion…

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Stock market bubble? This is how I’m investing my cash

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Is a stock market bubble forming in popular growth stocks? Roland Head explains how he's handling the current situation and…

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The ITM Power share price is crashing: what’s happened?

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The ITM Power share price is down 20% in just two days. Roland Head has been looking at the firm's…

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Why I think the Vodafone share price could keep rising

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The Vodafone share price has lagged the FTSE 100 in recent years. But Roland Head is impressed by recent progress…

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ITV and Sage: 2 shares to buy now?

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Roland Head is tempted to buy shares in ITV and software group Sage for his stock portfolio. Both firms face…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is falling again. Should I buy?

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The Rolls-Royce share price is falling today as the company warns of delays to a flying recovery. Roland explains why…

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I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks to retire on a passive income

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Roland Head explains how he plans to use FTSE 100 dividend stocks to provide a reliable retirement income. These two…

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Here’s how I’d invest £20k in 2021 to try and make a million

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Roland Head explains how he'd follow Warren Buffett's advice to make a million using a simple and cheap strategy, boosted…

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3 shares I’d buy for after coronavirus

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These companies delivered a steady performance last year, despite the pandemic. Roland Head explains these are the shares he'd buy…

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Kainos shares are rising today: would I buy?

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The Kainos share price rose sharply on Friday after the IT services company upgraded its profit guidance and said it…

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These are the top FTSE 100 risers so far this year. This is the one I’d buy

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The top three FTSE 100 risers so far in 2021 are all up by nearly 20%. Roland Head asks if…

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The Superdry share price is down 20%. Here’s what I’d do now

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The Superdry share price is being marked down like last season's designs. Roland Head has been looking at the latest…

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I think the Centrica share price could crush the FTSE 100 this year

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The Centrica share price is up 20% in six months. Roland Head explains why he thinks this unloved utility group…

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Stock market rally? I’m following Warren Buffett’s advice for buying shares

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Warren Buffett is known for his long-term approach. Roland Head explains how Buffett's strategy is helping him buy shares in…

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Will the TUI share price recover in 2021?

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The TUI share price has doubled since vaccine news in November. Roland Head asks if the travel stock has further…

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Tesco, Sainsbury’s, or Morrisons: the UK supermarket share I’d buy today

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Roland Head drills down into the latest results from the three big UK supermarket shares. He reckons one company stands…

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The Babcock share price is crashing: here’s what I’d do

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Short sellers have been betting against the Babcock share price for several years. That bet's finally come good. Roland Head…

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