Alternative Investments
The Kilt Bond: How Scotch Whisky is Distilling a New Era in Alternative Investing
Ardgowan Distillery’s ‘kilt bond’ is a novel financial instrument blending tradition with modern finance. Discover how it works and what it means for investors.
The Global Wealth Matrix: Navigating Risk, Law, and Culture in the New Economy
A look at the global wealth landscape, from Abu Dhabi’s legal reforms and Nigeria’s security crisis to the hidden value in Japanese gardens and art markets.
Beyond the Hype: Where to Find Real Value in a World Obsessed with Private Credit
Beyond the private credit craze, major shifts in media M&A and the space industry offer a glimpse into the future of the global economy.
Beyond the Balance Sheet: Why “Fun” Watches Are a Serious Play in Alternative Investing
Beyond stocks and bonds, “fun” watches are emerging as a serious alternative asset class, blending art, finance, and technology for savvy investors.
The Black Rooster’s Bull Market: Lessons in Value and Terroir from Chianti Classico for the Modern Investor
Discover the surprising parallels between Chianti Classico’s terroir-driven revival and modern finance, offering key lessons for today’s savvy investor.
The Art of the Comeback: Investment Lessons from Jeffrey Gibson’s Rise from a Crisis
Artist Jeffrey Gibson’s journey from near-quitting to art world stardom offers powerful lessons for investors on resilience, market value, and strategy.
The Singh Twins’ Blueprint: What Ancient Art Can Teach Modern Investors
Discover what the ‘past modern’ art of The Singh Twins can teach us about investing, fintech, brand strategy, and navigating the modern economy.
The Cotswolds Dreamland: More Than a Home, It’s a Blueprint for Strategic Investing
Discover how a Cotswolds farm, once home to Giffords Circus, offers profound lessons in investing, asset valuation, and the future of finance.
The Billion-Dollar Handshake: Decoding the Payment Crisis in China’s Art Market
A crisis of confidence rocks the global art market as Chinese collectors default on billion-dollar bids, revealing deep cracks in the financial system.
The Billion-Dollar Brushstroke: Is the Art-Fashion Alliance a Savvy Investment or a Market Bubble?
Art and fashion are converging as sales soften. Is this a savvy investment in brand equity or a sign of economic desperation in the luxury market?
Beyond the Canvas: Deconstructing the £30 Million Financial Strategy Behind the Reuben Brothers’ Art Donation
A £30M donation to The Courtauld is more than charity; it’s a masterclass in strategic finance, legacy building, and the economics of cultural capital.