The day after tomorrow
Not long ago, the world lived in a time when money flowed freely and was inexpensive. Interest rates in the U.S. were close to zero,...
Oil and the Dollar, a Dangerous Mix for Global Growth
Can the global economy withstand a $100 per barrel oil price next year? Because a triple-digit price wouldn’t just mean higher energy prices but also...
Forex is the first line of defence in Asia against the rise of the dollar
Central banks in the region have over $5.5 trillion in foreign exchange reserves that they can deploy to support their currencies, according to TD Securities’...
The bond market krach: the perfect storm
Global bonds have plummeted at an astonishing speed. The yields on 10-year Treasuries will likely surpass 5%, marking the first time since 2007, after rising...
Should you buy gold and the luxury sector?
A significant development for many, gold has been on the decline since the beginning of the year, as has silver. However, precious metals are supposed...
Why an American Recession Should Remain the Main Scenario
Could the Fed be wrong? In its recent projections, including the one for 2024, with a 50 bps decrease, the central bank no longer considers...
The European economy and China: the beginning of a trade war?
The stricter approach of the European Union towards China is shaped by French concerns that Beijing’s trade practices are starting to pose a critical threat...
Is the West losing the war in Ukraine?
Russia invaded Ukraine last year, mistakenly believing it would be a short and glorious war. Its theory of victory now involves prolonging the war, creating...
Is Slovakia Becoming a New Thorn in European Politics?
When Robert Fico, the Slovak Prime Minister, resigned in 2018 following the most significant mass protests since the communist era, he smiled and promised he...