The Great Fintech Reckoning: Has the Bubble Finally Burst?
The fintech bubble has burst, but this isn’t the end of financial technology. It’s a necessary correction that will redefine the industry for years to come.
The Peanut Butter & Jelly Indicator: Why Your Lunch Explains the Global Economy
A simple letter about a sandwich reveals a deep truth about inflation, banking, and the disconnect between Wall Street data and Main Street reality.
Off the Rails: Analyzing the Financial Fallout of Indonesia’s China-Backed Bullet Train
Indonesia’s flagship ‘Whoosh’ bullet train, a key China-backed project, is facing severe financial turmoil, prompting difficult debt restructuring talks.
One Wrong Photo: The Hidden Costs of Media Errors in the High-Stakes World of Finance
A simple letter to the editor about a wrong photo in the FT reveals a cautionary tale about media accuracy, reputation, and the high stakes of finance.
The Stock Market Casino: A Radical Blueprint for a Fairer Financial System
The stock market feels like a rigged casino. A radical proposal for a simpler, fairer parallel market could fix the broken system and restore public trust.
The £303 Billion Powerhouse: Why Britain’s Self-Employed Are the Economy’s Unsung Heroes
The UK’s self-employed are a £303bn economic powerhouse. This post explores their vital role, challenges, and the future of independent work.
Infrastructure’s Blind Spot: Why We’re Asking the Wrong Questions About a $2.6 Trillion Problem
The multi-trillion-dollar infrastructure debate focuses on building more, but the real solution lies in managing demand. Explore the new investment frontier.
Fueling the Fire of Innovation: Why Tax Policy Must Reward the Founder’s Gamble
Tax policy fails to distinguish between the ultimate risk of a founder and a manager’s bonus. This article explores why rewarding the founder’s gamble is smart economics.
The Capital Conundrum: Do Left-Leaning Economies Stifle Investor Confidence?
A look at how political ideology impacts economic “animal spirits,” market performance, and investment strategy in today’s complex global economy.
Beyond the Degree: How the UK’s New Skills Initiative is Reshaping the Economy for Investors
Discover how the UK’s Lifelong Loan Entitlement is a game-changer for the economy, investors, and the future of work in finance and technology.
High Stakes at the High Court: The Trillion-Dollar Question of Presidential Tariff Power
A landmark Supreme Court case on Trump’s tariffs will decide the fate of billions in trade and redefine the scope of presidential power in the global economy.
Grounded Ambitions: Why UK Aviation Taxes Could Stall Economic Takeoff
Ryanair & Wizz Air warn of UK investment cuts due to rising aviation taxes, a real-world lesson in economics and its impact on finance and the UK economy.