ESG investing
Cracks in Confidence: How a Nuclear Scandal Shakes Japan’s Economy and Investor Trust
A Japanese power company’s data manipulation scandal threatens to derail the nation’s nuclear restart program, shaking investor confidence and the economy.
The Uniform Indicator: Why a Second-Hand Clothing Store Is a Must-Watch Signal for the Global Economy
A surge in demand at a second-hand uniform store is a powerful micro-indicator of macro-economic trends, offering key insights for finance and investors.
Australia’s Trial by Fire: The New Economic Reality of Climate Risk
Australia’s recurring bushfires are a critical stress test for its economy, reshaping risk for investors, banking, and the stock market.
The Billion-Dollar Footprint: Why Niche Markets Are the Next Frontier in Finance and Investing
A simple consumer complaint about shoe sizes reveals a massive economic blind spot. Discover why investors are now targeting niche markets as the next big opportunity.
The Corporatist Threat: Why Your Old Model of Political Risk Is Dangerously Obsolete
The old model of political risk is obsolete. Discover why the rise of corporatism—the nexus of state and corporate power—is the new threat for investors.
The Gen Z Investor: Misunderstood Gambler or Disciplined Strategist?
A student’s letter about his 12-year-old value-investing brother challenges the ‘gambler’ stereotype, revealing a new, financially savvy generation.
Blueprint for Billions: Why the Netherlands’ Audacious Plan for 10 New Cities is an Investor’s Dream
The Netherlands’ plan to build ten new cities to solve its housing crisis is a monumental economic event, offering vast opportunities for investors.
The Canary in the Coal Mine: What One Pensioner’s Story Reveals About Our Economic Future
An 84-year-old’s struggle with fuel poverty is a microcosm of major economic trends, revealing systemic risks and opportunities for investors and leaders.
Beyond the Headlines: Prince Harry’s Lawsuit and the High-Stakes Financial Gamble for Media Giants
A deep dive into Prince Harry’s lawsuit against ANL, analyzing the significant financial, investment, and corporate governance implications for media giants.
The High Price of Silence: Why Corporate America’s Climate Inaction is a Systemic Risk to the Global Economy
Corporate silence on climate policy isn’t just a PR issue; it’s a ticking financial time bomb with systemic risks for the global economy and investors.
From Leaky Pipes to Leaky Portfolios: The Investment Drain of the UK Water Crisis
A satirical FT quote about a UK water shortage reveals a deep crisis in infrastructure investing, impacting the economy, stock market, and the future of finance.
xAI Under Fire: Lawsuit Exposes a Multi-Trillion Dollar Question for AI Investors
A lawsuit against Elon Musk’s xAI over AI-generated images raises critical questions about corporate liability, investment risk, and the future of AI.