International Trade
The Dragon and the Pound: Why UK’s Economic Ties with China Outweigh a Public Spy Hunt
Sir Vince Cable argues for prioritizing the UK’s vital trade with China over public spy hunts, a pragmatic stance crucial for the economy and investors.
A High-Stakes Gambit: US Weaves Politics into South Africa’s Economic Lifeline
US-South Africa trade talks face a political impasse as Washington reportedly links a vital trade deal to sensitive domestic policies like B-BBEE.
Navigating the Dragon’s Headwinds: China’s Economy, US Tensions, and What It Means for Global Investors
China’s economy faces a critical test as internal property woes and weak demand collide with escalating US trade tensions. What does this mean for investors?
North American Trade Shift: Why New US Tariff Relief on Trucks is a Major Signal for Investors
A new US tariff carve-out for North American trucks is more than a policy tweak; it’s a major economic signal with deep implications for supply chains.
Cross-Border Clash: Why Canada is Drawing a Red Line with Stellantis Over Its North American Future
A standoff between Canada and automaker Stellantis reveals a new, high-stakes battle for manufacturing jobs, driven by aggressive government subsidies.
High-Stakes Showdown: Canada Draws a Line in the Sand with Jeep-Maker Stellantis
A high-stakes showdown unfolds as Canada confronts Jeep-maker Stellantis over a planned production move, revealing deep tensions in the global auto industry.
Geopolitics on the Menu: NATO’s Defense Overhaul and the Economic Tremors of Trade Tensions
Geopolitical shifts are reshaping markets. NATO’s defense overhaul and looming trade tensions signal a new era of risk and opportunity for investors.
Building Barriers: How New Tariffs on Lumber and Cabinets Could Remodel the U.S. Economy
New US tariffs on cabinets and lumber aim to protect domestic jobs but risk raising housing costs and fueling inflation across the wider U.S. economy.
The Trade War Two-Step: Why Trump’s China Brinkmanship Follows a Familiar Script
The familiar cycle of US-China trade brinkmanship is back, but history suggests this escalation will likely end in another calculated climbdown.
The Great Wall of Westminster: How UK Politics is Redrawing the Map for Finance and Investment with China
Political tensions in Westminster are reshaping UK-China relations, creating significant risks and challenges for investors, finance, and the UK economy.
Caught in the Crossfire: China’s New Sanctions Signal a Wider Economic War
China’s sanctions on a South Korean firm mark a major escalation, pulling allies into the US-China trade war and creating new risks for the global economy.
Geopolitical Tremors: How EU Policy Shifts Could Reshape Your Investment Landscape
EU policy clashes, a US trade pivot, and Balkan tensions signal a new era of geopolitical risk for investors, impacting the economy, finance, and markets.