Geopolitical Risk
A Dangerous Double Game? Why the UK’s Mixed Signals on China Threaten the Economy
The UK’s mixed signals on China create a fog of uncertainty, threatening the economy and creating hidden risks for investors and financial markets.
The Budapest Gambit: How a Potential Trump-Putin Summit Could Reshape Global Markets
A potential Trump-Putin summit in Budapest, hosted by Viktor Orbán, threatens to upend global alliances and inject massive volatility into financial markets.
Beyond the Pitch: Maccabi Tel Aviv’s Decision as a Masterclass in Geopolitical Risk and Financial Prudence
A football club’s decision to prioritize fan safety over revenue offers a powerful lesson in geopolitical risk management for investors and business leaders.
Beyond the Pitch: What a Football Match Teaches Investors About Geopolitical Risk
A football club’s decision to bar its own fans from a match offers a masterclass in geopolitical risk management for investors and business leaders.
The Investor’s Guide to Geopolitics: Why the West is Playing Go, Not Chess, with Russia
The West’s strategy against Russia isn’t chess; it’s the ancient game of Go. This shift has profound implications for the economy, investing, and finance.
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.
India’s Trillion-Dollar Tech Dilemma: Can It Innovate Its Way Out of China’s Shadow?
A top Indian industrialist warns that “shoestring” R&D budgets are forcing a dangerous reliance on Chinese tech, threatening India’s economic ambitions.
Digital Shadows Over Abidjan: How Disinformation Threatens Ivory Coast’s Economic Stability
Ivory Coast’s economic stability is under threat from a surge in election disinformation, posing significant risks to investors and the regional financial system.
Geopolitical Tremors: How Middle East Tensions Could Shake the Global Economy and Your Portfolio
A US warning to Hamas highlights the fragile link between geopolitics and global finance. Discover the potential impact on the economy, markets, and your portfolio.
The Ultimate Risk Analyst: What Investors Can Learn from War Photographer Lynsey Addario
A war photographer’s work offers profound lessons on risk, ESG, and the value of “ground truth” for investors and business leaders in a complex global economy.
The Great Man Effect: Why Your Investment Strategy Is No Match for a Single Leader
Once dismissed, the “Great Man theory” of history is back, proving one leader can override economic models and reshape markets. Here’s what it means for you.
The Dragon’s Grip: Why China’s Social Crackdown is a Critical Red Flag for Global Investors
Beijing’s social crackdowns are more than a human rights issue; they’re a critical risk signal for investors, impacting the economy and global finance.