economics
The £225 Grant: Why Macro Investors Should Care About Micro-Economics
A small £225 grant reveals deep connections between social finance, economic stability, and fintech innovation, holding key lessons for investors.
The Billion-Dollar Bite: Analyzing the Economic Fallout of the UK’s Junk Food Ad Ban
The UK’s junk food ad ban is a major market event, impacting the stock market, corporate finance, and the wider economy. See our analysis here.
Sanctions, Strategy, and Steady Prices: Why Venezuelan Oil Sanctions Didn’t Shake the Market
A major geopolitical event that didn’t shake the market. We explore why Venezuelan oil sanctions failed to cause a price spike and what it means for investors.
Beyond the Acronym: Why ‘TACO’ is a Multibillion-Dollar Word in Global Finance
A simple acronym for US-EU cooperation, TACO, accidentally reveals its true nature: it represents a literal “taco of money” in the global economy.
Geopolitical Chess: How U.S. Sanctions on Venezuela Are Reshaping the Global Oil Market
US sanctions on Venezuela pit supply disruption against OPEC’s spare capacity, creating a complex and volatile environment for global oil markets and investors.
The Investor’s Edge: What Wall Street Can Learn from France’s Elite Spy Academy
Uncover the surprising parallels between elite espionage and high-stakes investing. Learn how spycraft principles can revolutionize your financial strategy.
The Plushie Portfolio: How a UK Toy Brand Became an Unlikely Economic Indicator in China
Discover how a UK plush toy brand became a surprising economic indicator in China, revealing deep insights into consumer psychology and brand strategy.
The Trillion-Dollar Gamble: Can Trump Unlock Venezuela’s Oil Fortune?
A deep dive into Donald Trump’s plan to invest in Venezuelan oil, analyzing the massive financial risks, geopolitical stakes, and market implications.
The Concert Economy: How Live Music Became a Billion-Dollar Asset Class
Discover how live music evolved from a promotional tool into a billion-dollar asset class, driven by technology, finance, and the experience economy.
Pints and Pantries: The Unconventional Indicators Predicting the UK’s 2026 Economic Future
Beyond GDP, the true health of the 2026 economy lies in real-world indicators like food bank usage and hospitality trade fortunes. Here’s why.
The 50p Canary: Why a School Meal Price Hike Signals Deeper Economic Tremors for Investors
A 50p school meal price hike is more than a social issue; it’s a key economic indicator for investors, revealing deep trends in inflation and finance.
The Python’s Portfolio: Why “Trust in Me” is the Most Dangerous Song in Finance
The Disney song “Trust in Me” is a chillingly perfect metaphor for the seductive and often deceptive nature of trust in finance, investing, and fintech.