trade policy
Beyond the Billions: Decoding Toyota’s $10 Billion Strategic Bet on the American Economy
Toyota’s $10B US investment is a masterclass in strategy, blending geopolitics, supply chain resilience, and a major bet on the American economy’s future.
Investing in America: Decoding Corporate Strategy in an Era of Economic Unpredictability
An analysis of the US investment climate, exploring how businesses navigate policy uncertainty, a tight labor market, and shifting corporate strategies.
Decoding China’s Tech Gambit: Is It Aggression or a Calculated Defense?
China’s aggressive trade policy isn’t just for dominance; it’s a calculated defensive strategy against perceived Western containment. Here’s why it matters.
Beyond the Handshake: Decoding the Economic Tremors of the Trump-South Korea Summit
A high-stakes summit between Trump and South Korea’s leader could reshape trade, security, and the global economy. Here’s what investors need to know.
The Trojan Horse in Europe’s Driveway: Is China’s EV Juggernaut a Savior or a Slayer?
An ex-Stellantis chief warns Chinese EVs are a ‘Trojan horse’ for Europe, offering jobs while aiming to devour local rivals with a huge cost advantage.
Beyond the Handshake: Decoding the Economic Impact of the “Strongest Ever” US-Japan Alliance
Beyond the handshake, a strong US-Japan alliance has profound implications for the global economy, investing, financial technology, and the stock market.
The ‘Administrative State’ Under Siege: An Investor’s Guide to Bannon’s Blueprint for a Second Trump Term
Bannon’s blueprint for a Trump second term signals radical change. What does this mean for the economy, your investments, and the stock market?
The Dragon and the Pound: Why UK’s Economic Ties with China Outweigh a Public Spy Hunt
Sir Vince Cable argues for prioritizing the UK’s vital trade with China over public spy hunts, a pragmatic stance crucial for the economy and investors.
Inside the Gilded Cage: Global Finance on the Brink as US-China Tensions Boil Over
A look inside the IMF meetings reveals a fractured global economy, where US strength and escalating US-China tensions set the stage for a new era of risk.
Beyond the Headline: Why a Simple Chart Correction Unlocks the Real Story of Economic Uncertainty
A minor chart correction in the Financial Times reveals a profound truth about the difference between trade and economic policy uncertainty.
Building Barriers: How New Tariffs on Lumber and Cabinets Could Remodel the U.S. Economy
New US tariffs on cabinets and lumber aim to protect domestic jobs but risk raising housing costs and fueling inflation across the wider U.S. economy.
The Badenoch Doctrine: A High-Stakes Vision for the UK’s Economic Future
A deep dive into Kemi Badenoch’s economic vision and its high-stakes implications for UK finance, investing, fintech, and the broader stock market.