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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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3 things that could affect the GSK share price in 2022

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The GSK share price is up in 2022. Roland Head has been taking a look at what could be in…

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Will the Darktrace share price rise in 2022?

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The Darktrace share price is down 50%. Roland Head explains why he thinks DARK could be cheap and is considering…

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Will the Cineworld share price double in 2022?

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The Cineworld share price is up by nearly 25% already this year. Roland Head asks if he should be buying…

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5 penny stocks I’d buy for 2022 and beyond

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Roland Head looks at five penny stocks he's considering for the year ahead. These investments are high-risk, but could offer…

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How I’d build a passive income starting with £5.15 a day

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Roland Head explains how he'd target £500 per month in passive income from shares for less than the cost of…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Barclays shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

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The Barclays share price rose 35% last year, but returns since 2017 have been poor. Roland Head runs the numbers…

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Here’s how I’d invest £3,000 if I was starting from scratch today

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Roland Head explains how he'd start investing today by creating an instant portfolio. He also highlights two small-cap stocks that…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Jet2 shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

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The Jet2 share price has been a top performer in the airline sector over the last five years. Roland Head…

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I was right about the Marks & Spencer share price in September. Here’s what I’d do now

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The Marks & Spencer share price has risen by 35% since Roland Head picked the retailer as his top stock…

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2 renewable energy stocks I’d buy for passive income in 2022

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These renewable energy stocks could deliver a 6% passive income in 2022 and beyond, says Roland Head, although no dividend…

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3 UK REITs to buy for a 6%+ passive income in 2022

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These UK REITs could generate a combined dividend yield of 6.7% this year, says Roland Head. He'd be happy to…

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Why the Lloyds Bank (LLOY) share price rose 31% in 2021

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The Lloyds Bank share price outperformed the FTSE 100 in 2021. Roland Head looks at the events behind last year's…

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3 investment trusts I’d buy for a 5%+ income in 2022

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Investment trusts can be a great way to generate reliable income. Roland Head highlights three he'd buy, including a renewable…

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3 top penny stocks to buy for 2022

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These penny stocks offer a mix of value, growth, and income, says Roland Head. He explains why they're on his…

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3 UK dividend shares with 7%+ yields to buy for 2022

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These high-yielding UK dividend shares could be a great source of income in 2022 says Roland Head, who'd be happy…

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Could the Lloyds share price hit 100p in 2022?

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The Lloyds share price is still lower than it was in December 2008. But new boss Charlie Nunn has plans…

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Why I’d buy Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares for 2022

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The Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust share price has been falling. Is it time to buy the dip? Roland Head investigates.

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If I’d invested £3k in Glaxo shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

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The GSK share price has lagged badly behind rival AstraZeneca in recent years. Roland Head explains why he's optimistic ahead…

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Why the Cineworld share price crashed today

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The Cineworld share price is crashing on fears the company will face a C$1.2bn legal payout. Roland Head elaborates.

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This small-cap stock just crashed. Here’s what I’d do now

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This popular UK small-cap stock has strong founder ownership. Supply chain problems have caused a fall in profits. Is this…

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8% dividend yields! 3 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy now

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These high yield FTSE 100 stocks are some of the biggest dividend-payers on the UK market. Roland Head explains why…

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How I’d build passive income with just £150 a month

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Roland Head explains how he'd use small, regular investments to build a passive income fund with the potential to deliver…

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Tesla stock just hit $1,000 again. Should I buy now?

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The Tesla share price has fallen by 20% since early November as founder Elon Musk has sold $12bn worth of…

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The Victorian Plumbing share price just crashed. Should I buy the stock now?

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The Victorian Plumbing share price has crashed 40% today, less than six months after its IPO. Roland Head takes a…

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What could the Centrica share price be worth in five years?

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The Centrica share price has performed well this year, but can it return to historic levels? Roland Head crunches the…

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Shanta Gold’s share price just crashed. Is this a buying opportunity?

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The Shanta Gold share price has fallen 20% after the company warned of a production shortfall. Is this mining stock…

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7%+ dividend yields! 5 FTSE 100 stocks to buy for 2022

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Roland Head reveals five FTSE 100 stocks with high dividend yields he thinks could perform well in 2022 and is…

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The Diversified Energy share price has fallen to 100p: is this a buying opportunity?

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The falling DEC share price has pushed the dividend yield on this US gas producer up to 12%. Is this…

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The Abrdn share price just fell 10%. Should I start buying?

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The Abrdn share price is falling, despite a bold £1.5bn deal to buy DIY investment platform Interactive Investor. Roland Head…

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Why the Cineworld share price fell 20% in November

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The Cineworld share price slumped in November despite the company reporting a blockbuster performance in October. Roland Head investigates.

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The IAG share price fell 20% in November. Should I buy the stock now?

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The IAG share price continued to slide in November. Roland Head explains why he thinks the market has delivered a…

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3 of the best UK dividend shares to buy for 2022

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Are these the best UK dividend shares to buy for 2022? Roland Head looks at three high-yield stocks from his…

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The Royal Mail share price has surged: here’s why I’d buy

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The Royal Mail (LON: RMG) share price has risen by 65% over the last year. With the stock set to…

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The Darktrace share price is down 35% in 30 days. Here’s why

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The Darktrace (LON: DARK) share price has crashed since September. Roland Head explains the news behind the stock's collapse.

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AO share price crash: should I buy today?

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The AO World share price is now down 75% so far this year. Roland Head asks if this retailer could…

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The Frontier Developments share price just crashed. Should I buy?

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The Frontier Developments (LON: FDEV) share price has now lost 50% of its value in 2021. Roland Head explains what's…

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4 Warren Buffett tips that have helped me build wealth

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Roland Head reveals how following these four pieces of advice from Warren Buffett helps him to pick winning stocks and…

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2022 dividend forecasts: HSBC, AstraZeneca, Glencore

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These FTSE 100 stocks are popular income picks, but how much will they payout in 2022? Roland Head looks at…

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2022 dividend forecasts: GSK, Barclays, Shell

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What can income investors expect from these FTSE 100 shares in 2022? Roland Head takes a look at the latest…

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Avis Budget shares just doubled: should I buy now?

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The Avis Budget (NASDAQ: CAR) share price closed up by 108% yesterday on reports of electric car-buying and a short…

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