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The Balanced Budget Myth: Why Governments Aren’t Households and What It Means for Your Portfolio
The “balanced budget” is a flawed household analogy. For investors, understanding how sovereign governments truly spend is key to navigating the modern economy.
The C-Suite Briefing: 4 Critical Economic Debates Shaping Our Future
Top economists are focused on banking fragility, SPAC fallout, blockchain’s real value, and the stubborn nature of inflation. Here’s what you need to know.
The Great Disconnect: Why a Strong US Economy Feels So Bad and What It Means for Your Investments
Two leading economists dissect the “vibecession”—the disconnect between a strong US economy and public gloom—and warn of its dire risks for investors.
Market Tremors: Decoding the Financial Fallout of the New US Immigration Policy
A new U.S. immigration policy halting asylum decisions is set to create major economic shockwaves, impacting labor markets, inflation, and the stock market.
The €22 Mona Lisa: A Masterclass in Economics Behind the Louvre’s 45% Price Hike
The Louvre’s 45% ticket hike is a masterclass in economics, revealing a deep strategy in asset management, value-based pricing, and cultural finance.
The Canary in the Coal Mine: What Community ‘Warm Banks’ Reveal About Our Economy and Your Investment Strategy
‘Warm banks’ are more than charity; they are a potent socio-economic indicator of market volatility, consumer distress, and future economic trends.
The Canary in the Coal Mine: Why Food Bank Demand is the Most Critical Economic Indicator You’re Ignoring
Food bank demand isn’t just a social issue; it’s a critical, overlooked economic indicator with major implications for investors and business leaders.
The 1,000-Year-Old Money Tree: What the Song Dynasty Teaches Us About QE, Fintech, and the Future of Money
A 1,000-year-old financial innovation from China’s Song Dynasty holds surprising lessons for modern investing, fintech, and central banking policy.
The New Minimum Wage: A Lifeline for Workers or a Tightrope for the UK Economy?
The UK’s minimum wage hike sparks debate. Is it a crucial lifeline for workers or a new challenge for the economy, investors, and business leaders?
Japan’s Monetary Tightrope: Why the Bank of Japan’s Next Move Could Trigger Global Market Shockwaves
The Bank of Japan is at a historic crossroads. Will it end decades of ultra-loose policy? We break down the high-stakes decision and its global impact.
Beyond the Hype: An Investor’s Guide to the Economics of Black Friday
Black Friday is more than a sale; it’s a key economic indicator. This analysis explores its impact on finance, investing, and the broader 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.