economics
The Billionaire, The Beggar, and the Chicken: Why Average Wealth is a Dangerous Illusion
A famous Italian poem about a chicken reveals the dangerous illusion of average wealth statistics and why the modern economy feels broken for so many.
The Ultimate Black Swan: What the Search for Alien Life Teaches Us About Investing and Risk
The search for alien life offers a profound masterclass in risk, probability, and long-shot investing, with key lessons for finance, fintech, and the economy.
The Dressmaker’s Economy: Why Our Measures of Growth Are All Wrong
A dressmaker’s letter to the FT reveals a deep flaw in how we measure our economy, with huge implications for finance, investing, and fintech.
The Post-Holiday Debt Surge: A Canary in the Coal Mine for the Global Economy?
A post-Christmas surge in debt help requests signals a critical red flag for the economy, investors, and the banking sector. What does it mean for you?
The Silent Debt Trap: Why Martin Lewis Calls Overdrafts the UK’s Most Dangerous Debt
Martin Lewis calls overdrafts the UK’s most dangerous debt. We explore why this seemingly harmless banking feature is a major financial risk.
Beyond the Headlines: Decoding Iran’s Economic Uprising and Its Global Ripple Effect
Unpacking the economic crisis fueling Iran’s protests and its ripple effects on global finance, energy markets, and regional stability.
The Nvidia Envy: Why the UK Stock Market is Failing a Generation of Savers
The UK stock market’s failure to produce high-growth tech giants like Nvidia is hurting British savers. This post explores the deep-seated causes and potential solutions.
Beyond the Headlines: Does the UK Tax System Really ‘Eat the Rich’?
Contrary to popular belief, the UK tax system is surprisingly gentle on the super-rich, with the top 0.1% often paying a lower effective tax rate.
The Great Return: Why London’s Office Market Signals the End of the WFH Era
Data from the City of London shows booming demand for premium office space, suggesting the peak of the work-from-home era has passed.
The Dragon’s New Roar: How China’s Auto Export Surge is Reshaping the Global Economy
China’s auto industry is pivoting from a cooling domestic market to global domination, reshaping trade, investment, and the future of mobility.
The Investor’s Crossword: Decoding the Puzzles of the Modern Economy
The skills used to solve a complex crossword are a powerful metaphor for successful investing, from systemic thinking to decoding cryptic market signals.
Beyond the Hangover: The Multi-Billion Dollar Economics of Dry January
Dry January is more than a health trend; it’s a major economic shift impacting investing, finance, and the stock market. See the financial implications.