Financial Strategy
A Steady Hand at the Helm: Why Brendan Nelson’s Appointment as HSBC Chair Signals Stability in a Turbulent World
HSBC’s appointment of Brendan Nelson as permanent chair signals a strategic focus on stability and governance amidst geopolitical and economic pressures.
The Hamper Economy: What a School’s Christmas Generosity Teaches Us About Modern Investing and Economic Resilience
A school’s Christmas charity offers profound lessons in economics, ESG investing, and the financial value of human and social capital for business leaders.
Beyond the Grid: What the FT Crossword Reveals About Mastering Modern Finance
Discover the surprising parallels between solving the FT Crossword and mastering finance, from pattern recognition in markets to portfolio construction.
The Investor’s Crossword: Why a Polymath Mindset is Your Greatest Asset in Modern Finance
Success in modern finance requires connecting diverse knowledge. Learn how the polymath mindset of a crossword solver can unlock insights in today’s market.
The Trillion-Dollar Ghost: Why Singapore’s Sovereign Fund Cashed Out on Nvidia Too Soon
A deep dive into why Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund, Temasek, sold its Nvidia stock just before the AI boom, leaving billions on the table.
The BBC’s Billion-Pound Blind Spot: Why Its Next Leader Must Be a Finance Pro
The BBC is a cultural icon and a global business. It’s time its leadership structure reflected this reality. A radical change is needed.
Decoding the Market: Why Your Financial Strategy is a Grand Crossword Puzzle
Discover how the skills used to solve a complex crossword puzzle are directly applicable to navigating the modern financial markets and improving your investment strategy.
The Investor’s Crossword: Decoding Market Complexity One Clue at a Time
Unlock market secrets by thinking like a puzzle solver. This post decodes financial strategy using the FT crossword as a powerful guide for investors.
Beyond the Numbers: Why Citation Counts Are a Flawed Metric for Business and Financial Innovation
Citation counts are a flawed way to judge business research. Discover the weaknesses of this metric and what it means for finance, investing, and fintech.
The Polymath Investor: Decoding the Modern Economy Like a Crossword Puzzle
To succeed in today’s complex economy, investors must be polymaths, using broad knowledge to navigate the interconnected grid of modern finance.
Milan’s Hidden Courtyards: A Blueprint for Finding Alpha in Today’s Economy
Milan’s hidden courtyards offer a powerful metaphor for modern investing, teaching us how to find alpha beyond the obvious, public stock market.
The Art of the Windfall: Deconstructing the Financial Strategy Behind Cultural Philanthropy
A “cultural windfall” is more than a donation. It’s a look into the sophisticated intersection of finance, investing, fintech, and modern philanthropy.