Articles by James Mackreides

James Mackreides

James Mackreides

'Mac' is a short tempered former helicopter pilot, now a writer based in Sofia, Bulgaria. Loves dogs, the outdoors and staying far away from the ocean.

Prominent European businesses provide opportunities for long-term growth
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Prominent European businesses provide opportunities for long-term growth

The political priorities and fiscal positions of Europe's major economies are diverse. Despite lower domestic GDP and new US tariffs, man...

How to use dividends to your advantage
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How to use dividends to your advantage

James Mackreides says it's wonderful to see them again. "If a true investor ignores the stock market and focuses on dividend...

The Autumn Budget's effects and implications for the economy of the United Kingdom
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The Autumn Budget's effects and implications for the economy of the United Kingdom

h2At the Autumn Budget, what took place?/h2 By 2029, taxes will have increased by an additional 26 billion annually, pushing mill...

Why Trustpilot is a stock to keep an eye on in order to gain exposure to the online market
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Why Trustpilot is a stock to keep an eye on in order to gain exposure to the online market

On the UK stock market, Trustpilot (LSE: TRST) is a distinctive company. By enabling people to make more informed decisions and lending b...

Tetragon Financial is a unique investment trust that generates exceptional profits
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Tetragon Financial is a unique investment trust that generates exceptional profits

One of the most unusual investment trusts on the London Stock Exchange, Tetragon Financial (LSE: TFGS) has a distinctive approach to corp...

33 million workers will be affected by contribution caps for salary sacrifice pensions
Personal Finance

33 million workers will be affected by contribution caps for salary sacrifice pensions

This is how you might be impacted by the changes. Changes to the salary sacrifice on contributions will affect over three million...

Eight of the top homes with electric car charging are up for sale
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Eight of the top homes with electric car charging are up for sale

Image 1 of 1 Dray House, Dyrham, near Bath, is a house for sale with electric vehicle charging. A detached family residence close...

How to accumulate and use Avios points
Personal Finance

How to accumulate and use Avios points

We go over how to accrue, monitor, and maximize your Avios points. Avios is a travel-related loyalty program that offers points t...

How much would it cost to purchase a home in one of the happiest areas of Great Britain?
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How much would it cost to purchase a home in one of the happiest areas of Great Britain?

Have you ever wondered where the happiest places to live are and how much they cost? Well, the results for 2025 are in, and North Yorkshi...

Will this year's Santa rally take place?
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Will this year's Santa rally take place?

Will investors see one this year, though? When December arrives, experienced investors usually have one question on their minds: ...

Will money market funds be blocked by HMRC from the ISA allowance for stocks and shares?
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Will money market funds be blocked by HMRC from the ISA allowance for stocks and shares?

How might that affect you? The incoming 12,000 cash ISA limit on April 6, 2027, may apply to a href="https://advisor.morganstanl...

Michael Burry, a big short investor, shuts down the hedge fund Scion Capital
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Michael Burry, a big short investor, shuts down the hedge fund Scion Capital

"Were obsessed with contrarian investors" who make "concentrated hero bets on macro outcomes". Burrys allure ...