Investment Strategy
Beyond the Barrel: Why ExxonMobil Told Trump Venezuela is ‘Uninvestable’ and What It Means for Global Finance
ExxonMobil’s CEO called Venezuela ‘uninvestable’ to Trump. We dissect the history, risks, and what this means for global finance and investing.
The Trillion-Dollar Question: Trump, Big Oil, and the High-Stakes Gamble on Venezuela’s Black Gold
A meeting between Trump and oil execs highlights the paradox of Venezuela’s oil: a trillion-dollar prize locked behind a wall of risk and sanctions.
A New Economic Era: Unpacking the EU-Mercosur Trade Deal 25 Years in the Making
After 25 years, the EU-Mercosur trade deal is here. This analysis explores its huge impact on finance, investing, the stock market, and the global economy.
Unlocking a Trillion-Dollar Market: Inside the EU-Mercosur Deal and Its Impact on the Global Economy
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal is set to reshape global commerce. Discover the economic impacts, investment opportunities, and key sectors to watch.
The Great Slowdown: Decoding the 2025 US Jobs Report and What It Means for Your Portfolio
The US job market is cooling to its slowest pace since the COVID recovery. Discover what this means for the economy, the stock market, and your investments.
Beyond the Pub: Why the UK’s Business Rates Debate is a Bellwether for the Entire Economy
A potential tax break for UK pubs has other sectors demanding equal treatment, exposing deep flaws in the business rates system and impacting the wider economy.
Trump’s 2026 Firestorm: How One Week of Chaos is Redefining Global Finance
A chaotic week for President Trump in 2026, from a Venezuelan gambit to a war on private equity, signals a new era of volatility for the global economy.
The Ultimate M&A Deal: A Finance Playbook for Acquiring a Country
Applying a corporate M&A framework to the hypothetical purchase of Greenland reveals fascinating insights into geopolitics, finance, and national valuation.
Apollo’s European Power Play: Why a Leadership Shake-Up Signals a New Era of Dealmaking
Apollo Global Management is seeking a new European head, a strategic move signaling a major escalation in its dealmaking ambitions across the continent.
The Nvidia Envy: Why the UK Stock Market is Failing a Generation of Savers
The UK stock market’s failure to produce high-growth tech giants like Nvidia is hurting British savers. This post explores the deep-seated causes and potential solutions.
The AI Financial Advisor: Your Portfolio’s Best Friend or a Ticking Time Bomb?
AI promises to revolutionize finance, but what if its advice is a trap? This post explores the hidden risks of AI-driven investing and trading.
The £2.5 Trillion Missed Opportunity: Why the UK Needs a Fintech Revolution for Government Bonds
The UK is missing a massive opportunity by not using fintech to sell government bonds (gilts) directly to retail investors, a move that would benefit all.