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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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The Royal Mail share price is flying. Here’s what I’d do now

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The Royal Mail share price has risen by more than 70% since April. Roland Head looks at the latest news…

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No savings at 60? 2 of the best dividend stocks I’d buy for my ISA

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Don't panic! By building a portfolio of the best dividend stocks in the market you could generate a comfortable retirement…

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Have £1,000 to invest? Here are 2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in an ISA today

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These FTSE 100 shares could deliver reliable profits for many years to come. Roland Head explains why he thinks you…

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The ITM Power share price has doubled. Here’s what you need to know

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The ITM Power share price keeps climbing, but is now the right time to buy? Roland Head explains why investors…

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Stock market crash: 2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy for an ISA today

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Roland Head looks at two possible buying opportunities following this year's stock market crash -- a value buy and a…

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Stock market crash: I’d buy this cheap UK share for an ISA today

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Shares in this successful company have fallen by more than 40% since the stock market crashed. Roland Head thinks this…

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Stock market crash: 2 cheap dividend shares I’d buy in September

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This year's stock market crash has created some bargains, says Roland Head. He's looking at two FTSE 100 dividend stocks…

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The AA share price is falling. Should you buy on bid hopes?

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The market is hoping for a cash bid, but so far there's no news. Roland Head explains why debt risks…

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The Saga share price is up 35%! Here’s what I’d do now

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The Saga share price is soaring. Roland Head explains what's happened and why he thinks this insurance and travel firm…

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3 UK shares Hargreaves Lansdown investors are selling: should you sell too?

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These UK shares are out of favour with investors at Hargreaves Lansdown, but Roland Head reckons that some could be…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy for an ISA in September

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Struggling for ideas in uncertain markets? Roland Head has picked three FTSE 100 stocks he'd buy today for a retirement…

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How you could make £1m from UK shares with £50 per week

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Roland Head explains how regular investments of £50 per week in UK shares could be enough to build a million-pound…

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Stock market crash: what I’d do with Lloyds, IAG and Rolls Royce shares

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FTSE 100 stocks Lloyds, IAG and Rolls Royce are three of the biggest casualties of this year's stock market crash.…

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3 UK shares Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying: should you buy too?

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These UK shares were heavily traded by DIY investors last week. Roland Head looks at the story behind the numbers…

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£5k to invest in UK shares? I’d follow this £800k director buy

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This UK share is beating the market this year. Roland Head says he thinks recent director buying suggests further gains…

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£2k to invest in UK shares? 2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy and hold for a decade

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These UK shares have a long track record of beating the FTSE 100. Roland Head explains why he thinks they…

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Has the Lloyds share price fallen too far? Here’s what I’d do now

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Lloyds' share price has fallen by 55% this year. Roland Head explains why he thinks the stock may now be…

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£3k to invest? 3 UK tech stocks with dividends I’d buy today

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You don't have to buy US stocks to find long-term winners, says Roland Head. He reckons these UK tech stocks…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy to get a 5% cash income for life

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Investing in these dividend stocks could drastically reduce the amount of money you need to provide a retirement income, says…

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Warren Buffett is buying gold! Here’s what I’d do now

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Warren Buffett's investment in the gold sector suggests he's bullish on the yellow metal. Roland Head finds UK shares to…

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The Supply@ME Capital share price is up 750%: should you buy?

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The Supply@ME Capital share price is surging higher again. Investors have seen massive gains from this early-stage company but can…

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The Premier Oil share price is crashing again: should you buy or sell?

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The Premier Oil share price is down by another 20%. Roland Head explains why shareholders could suffer in the group's…

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UK dividend stocks I’d buy to get a 5%+ cash income for life

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Don't give up on dividends! These UK dividend stocks could provide a cash income four times greater than top Cash…

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Is the Cineworld share price too cheap to ignore?

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The Cineworld share price has fallen 50% in two months, leaving the shares trading on just three times 2021 forecast…

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The Premier Oil share price just fell another 20%. Here’s what I’d do

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Is the Premier Oil share price now too cheap to ignore? Roland Head reckons big gains are possible, but the…

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Forget gold! These FTSE 100 shares are up by 90% in six months

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These FTSE 100 shares have roared ahead of the market and beaten gold this year. Roland Head asks if investors…

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At 500p, is the Barratt share price too cheap to ignore?

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The Barratt share price is down by around 30% this year, but Roland Head believes this FTSE 100 housebuilder is…

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Tempted by the TUI share price? Here’s what you need to know

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The TUI share price is down after the group reported a €2.3bn loss. Roland Head looks at the pros and…

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easyJet and IAG shares are flying, but which should you buy?

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The IAG share price has lagged behind easyJet's share price this year. Roland Head explains what he thinks will happen…

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3 UK shares I think Warren Buffett would buy today

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These UK shares could deliver the kind of market-beating returns that have made Warren Buffett a billionaire, says Roland Head.

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A FTSE 100 dividend stock I predict will pay you for the rest of your life

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This FTSE 100 dividend stock offers a 7% yield and looks safe, but more adventurous investors might consider this 10%-yielder,…

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Stock market crash: how I plan to make money from property stocks

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The stock market crash has hammered UK property shares. But Roland Head believes this has created bargain buying opportunities for…

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Stock market crash: 2 cheap shares I’d buy today to get rich and retire early

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The stock market crash has created some great buying opportunities. Roland Head highlights two cheap UK shares he'd buy today.

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How I’d invest if I only had £1,000 right now

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Roland Head explains how to invest safely in the stock market with just small amounts of cash -- and reveals…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy for a retirement portfolio today

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These FTSE 100 dividend stocks should provide buy-and-forget retirement wealth plus a rising dividend income, says Roland Head.

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The BP share price is rising: here’s what you need to know

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The BP share price is up, despite the firm cutting its dividend by 50%. Roland Head explains what's happened and…

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Will Hammerson’s share price ever go back to 300p?

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The Hammerson share price is falling again. Roland Head looks at the latest news and gives his verdict on the…

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Here’s how I’d invest £10,000 right now

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It's not easy to know how to invest in such uncertain times. In this piece, Roland Head picks quality FTSE…

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How low can the Lloyds share price go?

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Will Lloyds’ share price bounce back in 2021? Roland Head looks at the numbers and spies a possible opportunity for…

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How low will Shell’s share price go?

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The Shell share price has fallen by more than 50% this year, but the firm's strong cash generation suggests the…

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