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The Final Bell: Why There’s No Rematch for Yesterday’s Economy
The economic and financial battles of the past year are over. A new reality has emerged, and there are no do-overs. It’s time for a new playbook.
The Billion-Dollar Typo: Why a Single Data Correction Reveals a Massive Opportunity for Investors
A simple data correction reveals the US book industry is 10x larger than believed, offering a massive lesson for investors on data literacy and market analysis.
The ROI of a Fish and Chip Supper: Deconstructing the Economics of Corporate Goodwill
A fish and chip shop’s charity reveals a key lesson for investors: corporate goodwill is a powerful, measurable asset in the modern financial economy.
Beyond the Bet: Deconstructing Denise Coates’ £280M Payday and the Economics of a Gambling Empire
Denise Coates’ £280m Bet365 payday sparks debate. We dissect the numbers, the business model, and the wider economic implications of this staggering sum.
The Age of Turbo Blurbo: Navigating Noise and Jargon in Modern Finance
A deep dive into ‘Turbo Blurbo’—the high-speed noise and confusing jargon defining today’s financial markets and how to navigate it.
The Buzz Aldrin Principle: What a Secret Spacesuit Patch Teaches Us About Financial “Tells”
A secret patch on Buzz Aldrin’s spacesuit is a powerful metaphor for the hidden “tells” in finance, investing, and the global economy.
Primate Principles: What Chimpanzees Can Teach Us About a Smarter Financial Future
A lesson from chimpanzees suggests that reciprocal altruism, not pure self-interest, is the key to a more resilient and sustainable financial future.
The H-1B Lottery Gamble: How Flawed US Policy is Risking the Future of Tech and Finance
The H-1B visa program’s chaotic lottery system is failing, creating a strategic crisis that risks the future of the US tech and finance sectors.
Mind the Gap: What London Underground Etiquette Reveals About Today’s Economy
A simple question about London Underground etiquette serves as a powerful metaphor for the breakdown of trust and long-term thinking in our global economy.
The Mr. Collins Conundrum: Is Your Financial AI a Sycophant in Disguise?
A witty letter to the FT about a “Mr. Collins chatbot” reveals a serious risk in financial AI: are we building sycophants instead of critical advisors?
The £100 Billion Question: Is Post-Brexit Trade Holding Back the UK Economy?
A new survey reveals only 16% of UK exporters find the EU trade deal is working, posing a major challenge to the UK economy, finance, and investment.
The Hidden Mould in Your Portfolio: What a Family’s Ruined Christmas Reveals About Systemic Economic Risk
A family’s ruined Christmas due to housing mould reveals hidden risks in ESG investing, public policy, and the broader economy.