I asked ChatGPT for 3 FTSE 100 picks for a Stocks and Shares ISA. Here’s what it said
Image source: Getty Images Today’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots can give us some starting ideas for a Stocks and Shares ISA. But they’re only that — just starting ideas. I’ve had some hallucinated nonsense from them sometimes. I’m always careful to ask for sources and I check them directly — although some of the sources […]
ICYMI – Shanghai Gold Exchange raised margins as gold, silver hit record highs
The Shanghai Gold Exchange raised margin requirements on gold and silver futures for the sixth time this year, in a bid to rein in speculative fervor following the US Federal Reserve’s first rate cut of 2025. The move came after a record-breaking run in precious metals. On Tuesday, COMEX gold futures surged past $3,800 an […]
Uninspired by US stocks: is this contrarian investment worth adding to your ISA?
Image source: Getty Images Many of us will have seen our Stocks and Shares ISAs capture strong gains over the past six months. Markets have generally moved higher, and for those with diversified portfolios, that progress is likely reflected in healthier account balances. With that in mind, it may surprise some — though perhaps not […]
USD/JPY breakout or yet another fakeout?
It’s no secret that the pair has largely been consolidating in between 146.00 to 149.00 for the better part of the last two months. And more specifically, the range is being held between the 100 (red line) and 200-day (blue line) moving averages. There was a jump higher towards the end of July (after the […]
Cubs Release Nate Pearson – MLB Trade Rumors
The Cubs have released right-handed reliever Nate Pearson, according to the transactions log at MLB.com. The club had designated him for assignment on Saturday. He has made 11 appearances at the big-league level in 2025, most recently on August 8, before being optioned to Triple-A Iowa on August 12, where he has pitched since. He […]
No savings at 50? Consider ETFs to target a £572k retirement fund
Image source: Getty Images Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a rapidly-growing asset class among global investors. With eligibility for tax-efficient products like Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) and Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs), they can be a value addition to a long-term portfolio. These funds offer a low-cost way for investors to diversify their holdings. And they provide […]
Heads up: The SNB will announce its September monetary policy decision later
High risk warning: Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk tolerance. You could lose some or all your initial investment; do not […]
Top 5 must-buy players for FPL Gameweek 6
Gameweek 6 brings a pivotal opportunity to strengthen your Fantasy Premier League squad with players in form and some great fixtures ahead. From reliable defenders delivering defensive contributions to attacking midfielders and forwards showing goal threat and upside, these five picks stand out as key buys. Whether wildcarding or making strategic transfers, targeting these assets […]
2 small-cap growth stocks to consider buying in October
Image source: Getty Images Sometimes it only takes a couple of hot growth shares to noticeably boost a portfolio’s performance. Right now, I see a lot of opportunities in AIM-listed stocks. Here are two of them to consider buying in October. A play on Starlink’s growth The first stock is Filtronic (LSE:FTC). This advanced communications […]
FX option expiries for 25 September 10am New York cut
There are a couple to take note of on the day, as highlighted in bold below. They are all for EUR/USD layered in between 1.1700 through to 1.1800, with the larger ones clustered near 1.1745-50 and the 1.1800 level. There has been a bit of a push and pull mood in the dollar and major […]
