Market Volatility
Geopolitical Shockwaves: Why Maduro’s Capture Sent Gold Soaring and What It Means for Your Portfolio
A major geopolitical event triggers a flight to safety, sending gold prices soaring. We explore why this happens and what it means for the modern investor.
Beyond the Bucket List: An Agile Approach to Investing in a Volatile Economy
Ditch the rigid financial bucket list. Discover how an agile, opportunistic investment strategy is better suited for today’s volatile economy.
Beyond the Ballot Box: Expert Political Forecasts and Their Impact on Your 2024 Investment Strategy
Expert political forecasts for 2024 and their impact on the economy, stock market, and your investment strategy. A deep dive into the US election and energy.
The Billion-Dollar Typo: Why a Minor Correction Reveals a Major Truth About Finance
A minor newspaper correction reveals a profound truth about the monumental cost of small errors in finance, investing, and the modern digital economy.
Navigating the New Economic Chapter: Opportunities in Finance and Technology for the Year Ahead
A new year brings a pivotal shift in the global economy. Discover the key opportunities in investing, fintech, and blockchain for savvy professionals.
The Brussels Sprout Effect: Why Seemingly Small News Can Trigger a Stock Market Stampede
A short letter to the FT about sprouts serves as a perfect metaphor for how minor, unpalatable news can trigger oversized, irrational stampedes in finance.
Beyond the Battlefield: Calculating the Economic Cost of Conflict and the True Value of Peace
Peace is not just a humanitarian goal; it’s a critical economic variable. This analysis explores the true financial cost of conflict and its impact on investing.
The Cockroach Portfolio: Why Resilience Beats Unicorns in a Volatile Economy
In a volatile economy, the “unicorn” investment model is failing. It’s time to champion “cockroach” companies built for resilience and long-term profit.
The Brussels Effect: Why Europe’s Tech Crackdown is a Game-Changer for Global Investors
The EU’s Digital Services Act & Digital Markets Act are reshaping the global economy, creating new risks and opportunities for investors in tech and fintech.
The Dragon’s Gambit: Why China’s Taiwan Drills Are a Red Flag for the Global Economy
China’s military drills around Taiwan are a major red flag, signaling severe risks to the global economy, stock market, and critical supply chains.
Beyond the Handshake: Decoding the Financial Shockwaves of the US-Ukraine Summit
A pivotal US-Ukraine summit signals a complex new phase for the global economy, blending hope for peace with the stark reality of unresolved issues.
The ‘Run Away’ Economy: Decoding Competing Plotlines in Your Investment Portfolio
Like a Harlan Coben thriller, today’s economy is full of twists. Learn to navigate the competing plotlines and secure your financial future.