Geopolitical Risk
Fed Under Siege: Powell Faces Criminal Probe in Unprecedented Challenge to Central Bank Independence
An unprecedented criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell threatens the central bank’s independence and risks turmoil in the global economy.
Fed Under Fire: Unpacking the “Unprecedented” Criminal Probe into Jerome Powell
A bombshell report reveals a DOJ criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, a move that threatens the core of U.S. economic stability and global finance.
The Arctic Ticking Time Bomb: Why a Greenland-Denmark Rift Could Fracture the Global Economy
A potential rift between Greenland and Denmark threatens to upend global supply chains for critical minerals, posing a massive, overlooked risk to the EU economy.
The Iran Factor: Decoding the Economic Shockwaves of Potential US Military Action
Potential US military action in Iran could trigger major economic shockwaves, impacting oil prices, the stock market, and global financial stability.
Maersk’s Green Gambit: Why a Pivot to Ethanol Could Reshape Global Trade and Sideline Beijing
Maersk’s exploration of ethanol is a strategic pivot to de-risk from China’s dominance in green methanol, reshaping shipping’s future and global trade.
Brexit 2.0: Why the EU is Demanding a ‘Farage Clause’ in Future UK Trade Talks
The EU is demanding a “Farage clause” in Brexit talks, an insurance policy against a future UK government’s radical deregulation.
From Caracas to Beirut: Unpacking the Shadow Economy Linking Venezuela and Hezbollah
A deep dive into the illicit financial network connecting Venezuela and Hezbollah, and its stark implications for global finance and investing.
Germany’s Military Meltdown: A Hidden Risk to the European Economy and Your Portfolio
A scandal in Germany’s elite military unit reveals a deep-seated crisis that threatens its €100bn defense overhaul, posing a hidden risk to the EU economy.
Beyond the Balance Sheet: What Photography of “Home” Teaches Us About the Global Economy and Investing
A photography special on “home” offers profound insights into wealth, risk, and the global economy, connecting art with finance, investing, and fintech.
Beyond the Barrel: Why ExxonMobil Told Trump Venezuela is ‘Uninvestable’ and What It Means for Global Finance
ExxonMobil’s CEO called Venezuela ‘uninvestable’ to Trump. We dissect the history, risks, and what this means for global finance and investing.
Trump’s 2026 Firestorm: How One Week of Chaos is Redefining Global Finance
A chaotic week for President Trump in 2026, from a Venezuelan gambit to a war on private equity, signals a new era of volatility for the global economy.
The Danegeld Dilemma: Why Short-Term Financial Appeasement Spells Long-Term Economic Ruin
A historical analogy of “Danegeld” reveals the long-term economic risks of short-term political and financial appeasement in today’s global economy.