economics
Building Your Financial Dreamland: Investment Lessons from a Cotswolds Circus Farm
Discover how managing a unique Cotswolds farm offers profound lessons for modern investing, from core holdings to high-growth fintech and blockchain assets.
The Billions That Built the Damp: An Investor’s Post-Mortem on Failed Green Subsidies
Billions in green subsidies led to a housing disaster. A deep dive into the economic fallout, ESG risks, and the fintech solutions that could prevent it.
The Summer Cooldown: Deconstructing the UK’s 4.7% Wage Growth and Its Impact on the Economy
UK wage growth moderated to 4.7%, a key signal for the economy. This analysis explores its impact on inflation, investing, the stock market, and fintech.
Dieselgate’s Long Shadow: Why the Latest Emissions Trial is a Crucial Test for Investors and Corporate Governance
The Dieselgate scandal continues with a new trial, serving as a stark reminder for investors of the immense financial risks of poor corporate governance.
The Tariff Trap: Why Washington’s Favorite Economic Weapon Can’t Fix the US Trade Deficit
Tariffs are a popular but flawed fix for the US trade deficit. The real cause is a domestic savings shortfall, not unfair trade.
Beyond the Canvas: Deconstructing the £30 Million Financial Strategy Behind the Reuben Brothers’ Art Donation
A £30M donation to The Courtauld is more than charity; it’s a masterclass in strategic finance, legacy building, and the economics of cultural capital.
The Dragon’s Grip: Why China’s Control of Rare Earths is a Ticking Time Bomb for Your Portfolio
Executives warn of supply chain havoc as China’s dominance over rare-earth elements poses a critical threat to the global economy, tech, and your portfolio.
China’s Mineral Chokehold: A Weapon Against the Global Economy or a Self-Inflicted Wound?
Scott Bessent accuses China of damaging the global economy with mineral restrictions, a move that could ultimately backfire and hurt its own standing.
Navigating Choppy Waters: How New US Port Fees on Chinese Ships Will Reshape Global Trade
A new US policy levying fees on China-linked ships signals a major shift in global trade dynamics, impacting supply chains, inflation, and investment strategies.
Market Crossroads: 5 Critical Signals for Investors to Watch This Week
A pivotal week awaits markets with key US inflation data, retail sales, a Bank of England decision, and Fed speakers set to drive major trading activity.
The End of the Dip: Why Mortgage Rates Are Climbing Again and What It Signals for the UK Economy
For the first time since February, UK mortgage rates are rising, signaling lender caution amid economic uncertainty. Discover the reasons why and the impact.
The Dragon’s Embrace: Decoding the High-Stakes Economic Gamble Between India and China
The Geopolitical Chessboard: India’s Cautious Dance with China In the grand theater of global economics, the relationship between India and China is one of the most complex and consequential acts. It’s a narrative woven with threads of ancient history, fierce competition, and a deeply intertwined, yet fraught, economic codependency. A recent letter to the Financial […]