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.

Use these three intriguing European picks to profit from the biotech boom
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Use these three intriguing European picks to profit from the biotech boom

The pharmaceutical industry has been anchored by biotechnology companies since the mid-1990s. Many of these businesses have developed int...

Since UK small caps are trading at a 30% discount, there are three funds to take into consideration
Investments

Since UK small caps are trading at a 30% discount, there are three funds to take into consideration

Although they aren't a trendy investment, UK stocks could be a wise choice. According to Morningstar data, small-cap stocks in particular...

How much money is David Beckham worth?
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How much money is David Beckham worth?

David Beckham, along with fellow football player Cristiano Ronaldo, former basketball player Michael Jordan, and Formula 1 legend Lewis H...

For customers with Edge accounts, Santander eliminates 1% cashback on purchases
Personal Finance

For customers with Edge accounts, Santander eliminates 1% cashback on purchases

Customers of Santander Edge will no longer receive 1% cashback on their purchases of groceries, gas, and travel expenses as of September ...

With two out of five Britons preparing to go to court over inheritance, the number of estates without a will reached a five-year high
Personal Finance

With two out of five Britons preparing to go to court over inheritance, the number of estates without a will reached a five-year high

The number of estates with assets left behind without a will has increased by over 50,000 in the past 12 months. It occurs as more and mo...

Why investing in biotechnology is a good idea right now
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Why investing in biotechnology is a good idea right now

Here's how to play it the best. The medical sciences are undergoing a golden age of innovation. Biotech firms that concentrate on...

As HMRC considers alternatives, workplace pension salary sacrifice plans may be in jeopardy
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As HMRC considers alternatives, workplace pension salary sacrifice plans may be in jeopardy

A former pensions minister has suggested that useful workplace pension salary sacrifice programs might be modified as a "revenue-rai...

Despite a decline in cases, fraudsters still steal and commit investment fraud totaling 144 million pounds
Personal Finance

Despite a decline in cases, fraudsters still steal and commit investment fraud totaling 144 million pounds

Even though there were fewer investment fraud cases in 2024, victims still lost millions of dollars. Despite a 24% decrease in ca...

For investors, streaming services are the new "magic money tree," but for how long?
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For investors, streaming services are the new "magic money tree," but for how long?

Music and TV streaming has begun to grow into a very lucrative business. Disney recently revealed that its overall profits had increased ...

The new Ofgem energy price cap predicts a 7% July price drop
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The new Ofgem energy price cap predicts a 7% July price drop

We have all the information you need to know how much you will pay and whether further price reductions are anticipated. The most...

Prior to the hectic summer vacation season, purchase these five travel stocks
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Prior to the hectic summer vacation season, purchase these five travel stocks

As the weather warms and British people feel the need for a much-needed vacation, attention is shifting to the summer holidays. S...

Should you purchase these cheap British stocks?
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Should you purchase these cheap British stocks?

Everyone enjoys a good deal, especially if it has the potential to yield substantial long-term gains. British stocks have long la...