Public Finance
The Paradox of Prudence: Is the UK’s Fiscal Watchdog Stifling Economic Growth?
The UK’s fiscal watchdog, the OBR, was created for stability. But is its conservative framework now a hindrance to vital economic growth and investment?
The Haiku That Captured a Global Tax Headache: Deconstructing the Economics of Property Levies
A simple haiku in the FT reveals a global frustration with property taxes. This post deconstructs the economics, market impact, and future of this levy.
The Trillion-Dollar Question: Is High Public spending the Real Threat to Our Economy?
Exploring the fierce debate on public spending and its impact on finance, investing, and the future of our economy. Is the state simply too big?
Beyond the Headlines: An Investor’s Guide to the UK Welfare System
Political rhetoric about a “sicknote culture” is a moral panic. Data shows UK welfare spending is controlled and employment is high.
The Billions That Built the Damp: An Investor’s Post-Mortem on Failed Green Subsidies
Billions in green subsidies led to a housing disaster. A deep dive into the economic fallout, ESG risks, and the fintech solutions that could prevent it.
The Billion-Pound Green Shadow: When Well-Intentioned Economics Meets Costly Reality
A multi-billion-pound eco-insulation scheme has backfired, creating a crisis. This is a critical lesson in ESG risk, public finance, and economics.