Economic Theory
The £1 Breakfast: A Surprising Masterclass in Social Impact Investing and Economic Resilience
A nursery’s £1 breakfast club for parents offers a powerful lesson in social impact investing, economic resilience, and the true meaning of ROI.
The Prime Factor of Risk: What a Simple Numbers Puzzle Reveals About the Stock Market
A simple numbers puzzle from the FT reveals a profound lesson about hidden risks in finance, investing, and the stock market. Are you prepared for your “29”?
Gulliver’s Curse: The Perils of Immortality in Modern Finance and Investing
Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels offers a stark warning for modern finance: the pursuit of immortality without vitality is a curse.
The Capital Conundrum: Do Left-Leaning Economies Stifle Investor Confidence?
A look at how political ideology impacts economic “animal spirits,” market performance, and investment strategy in today’s complex global economy.
The Catacombs of Capital: Unearthing Ancient Lessons for Modern Finance
Discover how ancient Roman catacombs offer profound lessons on fintech, blockchain, and long-term investment strategy in today’s complex financial world.
The Temu Effect: How Your Shopping Cart Is Quietly Reshaping Global Economics and Politics
Modern capitalism has set expectations of choice and convenience that the state cannot match, fueling a dangerous gap that impacts the global economy and politics.
The Unseen ROI: Why Civil Disagreement on Campus is a Bull Market for the Economy
Discover why fostering civil disagreement in universities is a crucial, long-term investment for a dynamic economy, stable financial markets, and fintech innovation.
The Ant, the Grasshopper, and the Modern Economy: A Fable for Fiscal Policy
Aesop’s fable of the Ant and the Grasshopper is a tempting but flawed guide for modern fiscal policy. This analysis explores the complexities beyond the fable.
The Peanut Principle: A Medical Breakthrough’s Hidden Lesson for a Resilient Economy and Smarter Investing
A medical breakthrough in allergy prevention holds a powerful lesson for finance, investing, and building a more resilient global economy.
The Great Man Effect: Why Your Investment Strategy Is No Match for a Single Leader
Once dismissed, the “Great Man theory” of history is back, proving one leader can override economic models and reshape markets. Here’s what it means for you.
The Green Revolution’s Hidden Handbrake: Why Old Money Is Stifling New Growth
Nobel-winning economists argue that true green growth requires “creative destruction,” but incumbent firms use lobbying to stifle the innovation we need.
Beyond the Numbers: Why Today’s Economy Demands More Than Just Math
Modern economic models are dangerously incomplete. By ignoring history and sociology, we miss the human factors that truly drive markets and financial crises.