Financial Regulation
The Collapse of Trust: How a Funeral Plan Firm’s Demise Reveals Critical Flaws in Our Financial Systems
The collapse of funeral plan firm Safe Hands left 46,000 customers in ruin. This is a deep dive into the financial scandal and its critical lessons.
The Supreme Court Takes Aim at the Fed: Why This Obscure Case Could Reshape Your Financial Future
A legal battle over the President’s power to fire agency heads could upend a century of economic policy. Here’s what it means for investors.
The Politicization of the Portfolio: How State Interference Puts US Companies and Investors at Risk
State-level political interference in corporate strategy is creating new risks for US companies, investors, and the broader economy.
The AI Tightrope: Why UK Lawmakers are Sounding the Alarm on Financial System Risks
UK MPs warn regulators are unprepared for AI’s financial risks. This post explores the dangers, rewards, and what’s next for the global economy.
A Dangerous Gamble: Why the UK’s Scrapped Audit Reform Bill Leaves Investors Exposed
The UK government has scrapped its landmark audit reform bill, a move that leaves investors exposed and undermines trust in British corporate governance.
Location, Location, Illusion: Why Your Investment Fund’s Address Is Not Where Your Money Is
An investment fund’s legal home is a world away from its assets. Discover why this matters for your portfolio, fintech, and the global economy.
The ‘Farage Clause’: Brussels’ New Brexit Gambit and Its High-Stakes Impact on the UK Economy
The EU’s ‘Farage clause’ demand in Brexit talks could reshape the UK’s economic future, creating new risks for investors and key sectors like finance.
From Leaky Pipes to Leaky Portfolios: The Investment Drain of the UK Water Crisis
A satirical FT quote about a UK water shortage reveals a deep crisis in infrastructure investing, impacting the economy, stock market, and the future of finance.
Beyond the Faucet: Why the South East Water Crisis is a Wake-Up Call for Investors
The Ofwat investigation into South East Water is more than a local issue; it’s a critical signal for investors about systemic risks in utility infrastructure.
A Dangerous Déjà Vu? Bank of England’s Plan to Loosen Capital Rules Sparks Fierce Debate
The Bank of England’s plan to ease capital rules for smaller banks is facing fierce internal criticism, sparking a debate on growth vs. financial stability.
The Greenland Gambit: Why a US Bill to Prevent Annexation is a Crucial Signal for the Global Economy
A new US bill preventing the annexation of NATO territories like Greenland sends a crucial signal about geopolitical stability and its impact on the global economy.
Powell Under Scrutiny: Inside the DOJ’s Probe and the Trading Scandal Rocking the Fed
The DOJ launched a probe into Fed Chair Jay Powell’s trading, part of a wider scandal that rocked the central bank and forced a reckoning on ethics.