public finance
The UK’s £30 Billion Question: Why Labour’s Tax U-Turn Changes Everything for Investors
Labour’s decision to rule out income tax hikes to fix a £30bn fiscal hole signals a major shift, putting wealth and corporate taxes in the crosshairs.
Beyond Gilts: Why Scotland’s First Bond Issuance is a Game-Changer for Investors and the UK Economy
Scotland plans its first bond issuance for 2026-27, a landmark move for its economy. Discover the implications for investors, finance, and the UK.
The 0.001% Solution: Could a Micro-Tax on Every Transaction Fix the Economy?
A tiny 0.001% tax on all electronic transactions could generate billions for governments. We explore this revolutionary fintech-driven idea.
The £10 Billion Question: Why the UK’s Waspi Pension Rethink is a High-Stakes Gamble for the Economy
The UK government is rethinking its rejection of Waspi compensation, a move with multi-billion-pound implications for the economy, investors, and public finance.
The Ticking Time Bomb in the UK Economy: Why the Rise of Young “NEETs” Is a Red Flag for Investors
An inquiry into the rising number of young people not in education or work (NEET) is a major red flag for the UK economy, impacting GDP, finance, and investors.
The £5.5 Billion Lesson: What a Troubled Tank Teaches Us About Finance, Investing, and the Economy
The UK’s £5.5bn Ajax vehicle saga is more than a military issue; it’s a profound case study in finance, investing, and economic risk management.
The Billion-Pound Blunder: When Green Investments Create a Financial Nightmare
A UK green insulation scheme backfired, causing massive property damage. This is a critical case study on ESG risk, public policy failure, and investment due diligence.
The Unpopular Tax We Might Actually Need: A Contrarian Defence of Stamp Duty
A deep dive into the controversial Stamp Duty Land Tax, exploring the contrarian argument that this unpopular levy may be a necessary tool for wealth taxation.
Mozambique’s Paradox: How a Financial Crisis Sparked a Governance Revolution
A 2016 scandal forced Mozambique to reform. The surprising result offers a powerful lesson on foreign aid, government accountability, and investing.
The £8 Million-a-Day Fiasco: A Financial Autopsy of the UK’s Asylum Hotel Scandal
A deep dive into the UK Home Office’s multi-billion-pound asylum hotel scandal, analyzing the financial mismanagement and its impact on the economy.
The White House Balance Sheet: Deconstructing the Economics of Presidential Aesthetics
Beyond decor, White House renovations are economic statements. We analyze the financial symbolism behind the Trump-era redesign and its market implications.
The £150 Billion Problem: How Britain’s Health Crisis is Quietly Crippling its Economy
Britain’s economic inactivity crisis, driven by long-term sickness, is a major threat to its economy, impacting finance, investing, and public policy.