economic policy
The Verdict Is In: Why the UK’s Court Backlog is a Ticking Time Bomb for the Economy
The UK’s court backlog is more than a legal crisis; it’s a systemic risk to the economy, threatening investor confidence and financial stability.
The Nuclear Phoenix: Why Japan is Betting its Economic Future on a Controversial Past
Japan is reversing its post-Fukushima anti-nuclear stance due to economic necessity, a move with massive implications for its economy, investors, and markets.
Beyond the Ballot Box: Decoding the Financial Shockwaves of Honduras’s High-Stakes Election
A tense Honduran election is more than politics; it’s a critical test for the economy, finance, and investors in Central America.
The Tell-Tale Moment: How One Question to Trump Unveiled the Future of Global Finance
A brief political exchange reveals profound shifts in the global order, with major implications for finance, investing, and the future of the economy.
Beyond Lula vs. Bolsonaro: The Hidden Economic Engine Driving Brazil’s Political Turmoil
Brazil’s political chaos isn’t just left vs. right. A deeper economic model, the “developmentalist state,” is the true driver of instability and risk.
Labour’s North Sea Pivot: A Deep Dive into the New Economics of UK Energy
Labour’s new North Sea Strategy aims to relax exploration rules, balancing economic needs with climate goals. What does this mean for investors and the UK economy?
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 Cicero Strategy: Why Political Silence on the Economy is the Loudest Signal for Investors
From Cicero to modern politicians, the “promise not to promise” on the economy creates market volatility. See what this means for investors and fintech.
Labour’s Economic Tightrope: Can Rachel Reeves Reassure Markets and Her Own Party?
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges Labour unity on a fiscally disciplined budget, aiming to reassure financial markets and redefine the party’s economic identity.
The £40 Billion Question: Is the UK’s Proposed Student Levy a Smart Economic Move or a Costly Mistake?
A proposed 6% levy on international student fees threatens a £40bn UK industry, creating economic risks for universities, investors, and the wider economy.
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.
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.