Economic Policy
The Great Contraction: Is China’s Investment Freeze a Crisis or a Calculated Gambit?
A sharp fall in Chinese investment signals a major economic shift. Is this a crisis or the intended result of Xi Jinping’s “anti-involution” policies?
The Ozempic Price War: How a 71% Medicare Discount is Reshaping Healthcare Finance
A landmark 71% Medicare price cut on Ozempic and Wegovy signals a major shift in healthcare finance, impacting investors, the economy, and Big Pharma.
The Price of Preservation: Unpacking the New US National Park Fee for Global Investors
A new fee for foreign tourists at US national parks is more than a travel update; it’s a major economic policy with impacts on finance, investing, and tech.
Beyond the Ivory Tower: Are We Ignoring the Real Experts in Financial Reform?
To fix finance, we must listen to those on the frontline. This post explores why the insights of traders and bankers are vital for effective regulation.
The People’s Budget: Decoding Public Demands in a High-Stakes UK Economy
An analysis of public budget demands, from free bus travel to tax cuts, and their impact on the UK economy, investing, and the future of fintech.
The Chancellor’s Tightrope: Why UK Businesses and Families Are Demanding More Than a Pre-Election Budget
On the eve of the budget, UK businesses plead for stability while families face a crucial child benefit decision. What’s at stake for the economy?
Storm Clouds Over Sterling: Why Currency Traders Are Betting Against the Pound
Currency traders are buying option protection, betting against the British pound on fears that potential tax-raising measures could harm UK economic growth.
Beyond the Paycheck: Why the Minimum Wage Isn’t the Economic Silver Bullet
The minimum wage is a popular but flawed tool. We explore why it places an unfair burden on business and what a smarter economic approach looks like.
India’s Economic Overhaul: Unpacking the New Labor Codes and FDI Reforms for Global Investors
India is overhauling its economy with new labor codes and 100% FDI in insurance. Discover what these major reforms mean for investors and businesses.
The Trillion-Dollar Hesitation: Analyzing the Economic Fallout of the UK’s COVID-19 Response
Political hesitation during COVID-19 cost the UK economy billions. This analysis dissects the financial fallout, market impact, and lessons for investors.
Fiscal Straitjacket or Guardian of Stability? The Fierce Debate Over the UK’s Economic Watchdog
Has the UK’s budget watchdog become a “straitjacket on growth”? We explore the fierce debate over the OBR’s power and its impact on the UK economy.
The People’s Budget: Decoding Public Demands vs. Economic Reality Ahead of the UK Budget
An in-depth analysis of public demands for the UK Budget, from scrapping stamp duty to funding services, and the economic realities the Chancellor faces.