Economic Trends
The Great Wealth Transfer Illusion: Why Boomer Fortunes May Not Rescue Millennials
The promised multi-trillion-dollar wealth transfer from Baby Boomers may be more myth than reality. Here’s why younger generations shouldn’t count on it.
The $95 Billion Tsunami: Why Corporate America is Rushing to Borrow in an AI-Fueled Debt Frenzy
A record $95bn week in corporate bonds signals a new AI-fueled arms race, as companies rush to fund the future before an expected debt market glut.
Beyond the Racks: A Financial Autopsy of Saks’s Impending Bankruptcy
Iconic luxury retailer Saks faces bankruptcy, a cautionary tale of debt, digital disruption, and the evolving economy. A deep dive for investors and leaders.
The Silent Anthem of a Generation: Redefining Wealth and Investing in the Gen Z Era
Gen Z is rejecting traditional finance, composing a new economic anthem with fintech, blockchain, and ESG investing in an era of unprecedented uncertainty.
The 2025 Market Paradox: How a Year of Volatility Forged a Remarkable Rally
After a volatile year of sharp swings, the US stock market finished 2025 with a stunning 17% gain, driven by a powerful fourth-quarter rally.
Gold’s Wild Ride: Deconstructing a Record-Breaking Year and What It Means for Investors
Gold shattered records this year, soaring over 60% to a new high. We deconstruct the economic and geopolitical forces behind this blockbuster rally.
The Investor’s Crossword: Decoding the Puzzles of the Global Economy
The global economy is a complex puzzle. This guide helps investors and leaders decode market clues from finance, fintech, and economics to make smarter decisions.
The Friendship Portfolio: Deconstructing the ROI of Sweden’s Radical Bet on Employee Wellness
A Swedish pilot project offers a paid “friendship hour” to combat loneliness, revealing a shrewd financial strategy with a high ROI for the modern economy.
Beyond the 9-to-5: Unpacking the Hidden Economic Power of the Side Hustle
The side hustle isn’t just a trend; it’s a shadow economy reshaping finance, investing, and our understanding of economic health. Are we ready?
The Art of Disruption: What Modernist Drawings Reveal About Today’s Financial Markets
Modernist art offers a powerful lens to view financial disruption. Learn how principles from Picasso can inform your investment and business strategy today.
The Great Deceleration: Why the Middle East’s IPO Frenzy Is Hitting the Brakes
The Middle East’s post-pandemic IPO boom is fading, with capital raised falling by a third. Discover the reasons why and what’s next for the region.
The Age of Turbo Blurbo: Navigating Noise and Jargon in Modern Finance
A deep dive into ‘Turbo Blurbo’—the high-speed noise and confusing jargon defining today’s financial markets and how to navigate it.