International Finance
Peace Plan or Political Ploy? Unpacking the Market Tremors from the Ukraine Policy Reversal
A contentious Ukraine peace plan was floated and then denied, revealing deep policy uncertainty. This analysis explores the impact on the economy and markets.
Unlocking Africa’s Future: A 70-Year-Old German Blueprint for Solving Today’s Debt Crisis
A 1953 debt deal for post-war Germany offers a powerful blueprint for solving the escalating sovereign debt crisis facing African nations today.
From Fintech Star to Shadow Spymaster: Jan Marsalek and the Multibillion-Dollar Criminal Underworld
Fugitive Wirecard exec Jan Marsalek is linked to a vast, multibillion-dollar money laundering network used by criminals and Russian intelligence.
Balancing Act on the Thames: What China’s “Mega” Embassy Means for UK Finance and Investing
A UK approval of China’s ‘mega’ embassy in London signals a pragmatic economic policy, but what does it mean for finance, investing, and security?
Beyond the Handshake: Decoding the Multi-Billion Dollar Economics of the US-Saudi Alliance
A deep dive into the US-Saudi deals, exploring the huge economic and investment implications of Vision 2030 and strategic military sales.
The $900 Million Chess Move: How the US and IMF Forged a Lifeline for Argentina’s Economic Revolution
A $900mn US-IMF maneuver provides a crucial lifeline to Argentina, signaling strong support for President Javier Milei’s radical economic reforms.
The Great Wealth Migration: Why Chinese Fortunes Are Swapping Singapore for Dubai
A major shift in global finance is underway as wealthy Chinese investors bypass Singapore’s tough scrutiny for the speed and agility of Dubai.
Venezuela on the Brink: An Economic Autopsy and Its Impact on Global Finance
An in-depth analysis of Venezuela’s economic collapse, US sanctions, and the implications for global finance, investing, and geopolitical risk.
The $22 Billion Deal That Vanished: How Geopolitics Just Redrew the Map for Global Finance
A $22bn energy deal collapses under US pressure, revealing a new era where geopolitics can veto global finance and reshape investment risk.
A Triple Threat to Global Stability: Decoding UK Tax Hikes, “Zombie Trusts,” and Geopolitical Crises
An expert analysis of three global threats: potential UK tax hikes, Liechtenstein’s “zombie trusts,” and the economic fallout from the Sudan famine.
The Walking Dead of Wealth: How ‘Zombie Trusts’ Are Haunting Global Finance
A financial plague is spreading from Europe to the Caribbean, leaving billions in stranded assets. Discover the world of ‘zombie trusts’ and their impact.
The Dragon and the Eagle: Deconstructing the High-Stakes US-China Economic Standoff
A deep dive into the US-China trade war, from tit-for-tat tariffs to the high-stakes Trump-Xi meetings that shook the global economy and stock market.