Monetary Policy
The Yen on the Brink: Why a Coordinated Nod from the US Could Trigger Japan’s Next Big Move
Japan’s finance minister signals a potential yen intervention, with US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen reportedly sharing concerns over the currency’s weakness.
A Dangerous Precedent: Why a Political Attack on the Fed Has Former Chairs Sounding the Alarm
Three former Fed chairs have united to condemn a criminal probe into Jerome Powell, calling it a dangerous attack on the central bank’s independence.
Collision Course: Why the Looming Trump vs. Powell Showdown Could Reshape the Global Economy
A potential clash between Donald Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell threatens the Fed’s independence, risking a seismic shock to the global economy and markets.
Political Retaliation or Prudent Oversight? The Unprecedented Investigation into Fed Chair Jay Powell
A federal investigation into Fed Chair Jay Powell’s HQ revamp raises questions of political retaliation, threatening the central bank’s independence.
Solving the Financial Puzzle: A Crossword-Clue Guide to the Modern Economy
The world of finance is a complex puzzle. This guide uses a crossword metaphor to decode macroeconomics, fintech, and investment strategy.
The Silver Lining Playbook: Why Rising UK Unemployment Isn’t the Bad News You Think
A rising UK unemployment rate isn’t the bad news it seems. An increase in labour supply is a net positive for businesses and the economy.
The Great Slowdown: Decoding the 2025 US Jobs Report and What It Means for Your Portfolio
The US job market is cooling to its slowest pace since the COVID recovery. Discover what this means for the economy, the stock market, and your investments.
The Financial Polymath: Why Solving for ‘X’ in Today’s Economy is Like a Crossword Puzzle
Modern finance is a complex puzzle. Success requires a polymath’s mind to navigate the intersection of macroeconomics, technology, and global events.
The Goldilocks Economy: Why “Just Right” Is the Hardest Target in Modern Finance
Unpacking the “Goldilocks economy”: a state of ideal balance that is the ultimate, yet elusive, goal for central banks, investors, and modern finance.
The Euro’s Hidden Fault Line: Why This Obscure Banking System is the Real Risk Investors Are Ignoring
The real risk for euro investors isn’t sovereign debt, but a hidden threat within the Target2 banking system that could trigger massive systemic losses.
A Lack of Interest? The Surprising Link Between Central Banking and Your Portfolio’s Performance
A witty joke about central bankers reveals deep truths about the economic forces that have shaped modern investing, fintech, and the global stock market.
Japan’s Economic Déjà Vu: Why “Sanaenomics” is a Risky Rebrand of a Failed Playbook
Japan’s economy faces a critical choice. Is “Sanaenomics” a new vision or just a risky rebrand of the failed Abenomics playbook? A deep dive.