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.

Private equity is a trend that investors cannot ignore
Investments

Private equity is a trend that investors cannot ignore

Individual investors are now welcome to attend the celebration. According to Preqin, the amount of private equity assets under ma...

What are the voting rights of shareholders and why are they important?
Investments

What are the voting rights of shareholders and why are they important?

However, how do you use your voting rights, and is your fund manager paying attention? Public corporations function somewhat like...

The shares of London-listed Wise, which intends to list in the US, surge
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The shares of London-listed Wise, which intends to list in the US, surge

Shares of Wise, formerly known as TransferWise, have increased by more than 12% this morning, June 5, as the payments company appears to ...

What might be announced at the Spending Review, and when is it?
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What might be announced at the Spending Review, and when is it?

We consider potential announcements. Government agencies are vying for additional funding as the Spending Review draws near, and ...

A new 5 percent easy access savings account is being launched by Skipton Building Society Are you eligible?
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A new 5 percent easy access savings account is being launched by Skipton Building Society Are you eligible?

Are you qualified? The new easy access savings account offered by Skipton Building Society has a variable interest rate of 5% AER...

Three trusts for investing in cheap European stocks
Investments

Three trusts for investing in cheap European stocks

Between the beginning of 2025 and the end of May, the SandP 500 gained just 0.5 percent, marking its slowest opening five months of a yea...

According to Starmer, the threat posed by Russia cannot be ignored; should Britain make defense investments?
Investments

According to Starmer, the threat posed by Russia cannot be ignored; should Britain make defense investments?

Is it time for Britain to make defense investments as Keir Starmer reveals the country's ten-year defense spending plan? With his...

What effects does Donald Trump's decision to double steel and aluminum tariffs have on markets?
Investment Advice

What effects does Donald Trump's decision to double steel and aluminum tariffs have on markets?

What does the UK's trade deal agreement mean for markets, and will it have any effects? After Donald Trump declared that the levy...

Examine the inner workings of the vintage automobile industry
Investment Advice

Examine the inner workings of the vintage automobile industry

To say that the wheels on vintage cars have been removed from the market might be going too far. However, prices have unquestionably plat...

Winners of Premium Bonds: In the June prize draw, who took home the £1 million jackpot?
Personal Finance

Winners of Premium Bonds: In the June prize draw, who took home the £1 million jackpot?

Who took home the 1 million prize, and how can you know if you won this month? Millions have won smaller prizes from the June Pre...

What is the average savings by area in the United Kingdom?
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What is the average savings by area in the United Kingdom?

What is your nest egg worth in relation to those in your neighborhood? It's crucial to set aside money for the future, preferably...

CVC Income and Growth: a private credit investment with a high yield
Investments

CVC Income and Growth: a private credit investment with a high yield

Since private credit is still a specialized investment, many of you who are reading this article will be wondering what it is right away....