Behavioral Economics
Primate Principles: What Chimpanzees Can Teach Us About a Smarter Financial Future
A lesson from chimpanzees suggests that reciprocal altruism, not pure self-interest, is the key to a more resilient and sustainable financial future.
The Mr. Collins Conundrum: Is Your Financial AI a Sycophant in Disguise?
A witty letter to the FT about a “Mr. Collins chatbot” reveals a serious risk in financial AI: are we building sycophants instead of critical advisors?
Beyond the Balance Sheet: Why the Titans of Finance Are Seeking a Higher Calling
In the high-stakes world of finance, a surprising trend is emerging: professionals are seeking spiritual guidance to navigate stress and uncertainty.
The Investor’s Comic Book: Why ‘Junk’ Assets Are the Gateway to Financial Literacy
To foster financial literacy, we must embrace “junk” investments like meme stocks as a gateway, much like comic books cultivate a lifelong love of reading.
The Unseen ROI: Why Your Travel Attire is a Strategic Financial Decision
Beyond comfort, your travel attire is a strategic tool. Learn how dressing smart for flights acts as an economic signal and psychological primer for success.
The Christmas Ledger: Unpacking the Hidden Economic Impact of Holiday Gender Roles
A look at the hidden economic engine of the holidays, revealing how unpaid labor impacts personal finance, investing, and the broader economy.
The Monochrome Portfolio: What Interior Design Teaches Us About High-Conviction Investing
Discover how the interior design concept of “colour drenching” offers a powerful metaphor for high-conviction investing and focused corporate strategy.
The Vulnerability Hangover: Why Your Biggest Emotional Risk is Your Best Investment
That post-networking anxiety? It’s not a mistake. It’s a sign of authentic connection, a critical asset in today’s economy. Embrace the hangover.
The Silent Wallet: Uncovering the Rise of Financial Infidelity and Its Economic Impact
A majority of adults hide purchases from partners, a trend signaling deep financial divides with major implications for investing, fintech, and the economy.
Priced Out and Plugged In: Why the Housing Crisis is Fueling a Generation of Crypto Nihilists
Locked out of the housing market, Gen Z is rejecting traditional finance for high-risk crypto, fueling a new wave of economic nihilism.
Beyond the Hype: An Investor’s Guide to the Economics of Black Friday
Black Friday is more than a sale; it’s a key economic indicator. This analysis explores its impact on finance, investing, and the broader economy.
The Investor’s Blueprint: What Luxury Hotel Design Teaches Us About Financial Strategy
Discover how the principles of luxury hotel design offer a powerful blueprint for financial strategy, from portfolio diversification to understanding market psychology.