finance
Decoding the Modern Market: A Polymath’s Guide to Finance, Fintech, and the Future of Investing
To navigate modern finance, one must be a polymath, understanding the convergence of fintech, blockchain, economics, and the forces reshaping investing.
God and Mammon: Deconstructing the Church of England’s £10 Billion Investment Empire
Explore the Church of England’s £10B investment fund, a masterclass in institutional finance, ESG leadership, and the challenge of organizational survival.
Brexit’s Next Chapter: How a Political Showdown Could Redefine UK Finance and Investment
Farage’s Reform UK challenges Labour’s EU plans, setting the stage for a clash with major implications for the UK economy, investors, and financial markets.
The Treasury’s Grand Slam: Deconstructing the US’s “Homerun Deal” on the Argentine Peso
A deep dive into the US Treasury’s “homerun” deal on the Argentine peso, exploring the strategy, context, and implications for the global economy.
The Great Slowdown: Decoding the 2025 US Jobs Report and What It Means for Your Portfolio
The US job market is cooling to its slowest pace since the COVID recovery. Discover what this means for the economy, the stock market, and your investments.
Beyond the Pub: Why the UK’s Business Rates Debate is a Bellwether for the Entire Economy
A potential tax break for UK pubs has other sectors demanding equal treatment, exposing deep flaws in the business rates system and impacting the wider economy.
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.
Giants on the Move: Decoding High-Stakes Plays in Mining, Pharma, and Finance
Dissecting major strategic moves by Glencore, Rio Tinto, Merck, and hedge funds, and what they signal for the future of investing and the global economy.
Reliance Under Pressure: Ambani’s Empire and the High-Stakes Game of India’s Economy
Reliance Industries faces market pressure over high spending, while X’s Grok AI clashes with Indian authorities, signaling a new era of scrutiny in India.
Beyond the Checklist: Why the EU’s 30-Year-Old Entry Rules Are Failing the Modern Economy
The EU’s 30-year-old Copenhagen criteria for new members are outdated. A new “competitiveness criterion” is needed for the modern global economy.
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.