intangible assets
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 Unbreakable Asset: What a Gaza Bookshop Teaches Investors About Real Value in a Crisis
A Gaza bookseller’s story of resilience offers profound lessons for investors on intangible assets, crisis management, and the true meaning of long-term value.
The Bardot Economy: Timeless Lessons in Branding, Disruption, and Asset Valuation
Brigitte Bardot was more than a film icon; she was an economic force. Explore the timeless lessons her career offers on branding, disruption, and investing.
The Sentimental Value Portfolio: Balancing Art and Science in Modern Investing
A film’s themes of sentimental value and generational divides offer a powerful allegory for modern finance, from stock market valuation to fintech disruption.
The Billion-Dollar Battle for a Slogan: Why a Brand Dispute Is a Major Signal for Investors
A brand slogan dispute reveals deep insights into IP valuation, investment risk, and how fintech like blockchain is set to revolutionize asset protection.
The Trillion-Dollar Blind Spot: Why Banks Are Still Betting on Bricks While the Future Is Built on Code
Traditional banks favor physical assets, stifling innovation. This post explores why this “collateral gap” exists and how fintech can help finance the future.
The Paddington Principle: Unpacking the Economics of Empathy, Brand Equity, and Marmalade
Discover the surprising financial lessons from Paddington Bear, exploring brand equity, risk management, ESG investing, and the economics of empathy.
The Palazzo Principle: What a Venetian Garden Teaches Us About Modern Finance and Long-Term Value
A Venetian garden offers profound lessons on economic moats, sustainable innovation, and long-term value for investors and business leaders.
The Pillow Fight: Why a Lawsuit Over a Neck Pillow Is a Wake-Up Call for Investors
A lawsuit over a neck pillow reveals deep insights into intellectual property, corporate risk, and the financial implications for investors and business leaders.
Beyond the Pitch: What a Football Match Teaches Investors About Geopolitical Risk
A football club’s decision to bar its own fans from a match offers a masterclass in geopolitical risk management for investors and business leaders.
The Chopin Index: Why a Piano Competition is a Masterclass in High-Stakes Investing
Discover why the prestigious Chopin Piano Competition offers profound lessons on high-stakes investment, risk management, and the economics of intangible assets.