Economics & Markets

Rishi Sunak and the Goblet of Fire

Mr Sunak presides over an economy in radical transition and subject to extreme turbulence. His achievement on Wednesday was to…

China-Taiwan: the drumbeat gets louder

China is making ominous threats against Taiwan. What are the chances that China might seize the territory by force? And…

The real cause of the energy crunch lies in the east

Coal, gas and oil prices are rocketing. Victor Hill asks if the root cause of these trends has been overlooked.

Mellon on the Markets: A few thoughts on longevity

Inside the mind of the Master Investor: Influential British investor Jim Mellon reveals his latest thoughts on the markets.

A New Economic Model?

This week, the UK’s Tories proclaimed a new economic model at their love-in in Manchester. Is their vision credible, asks…

German stalemate: the leader of Europe votes for a quiet life

The German federal elections were inconclusive, though signalled a leftward lurch. The richest country in Europe mainly wants a comfortable…

Geopolitical tectonics: Aukus, NATO and the European army

In the third decade of the 21st century geopolitics is evolving rapidly. Are we witnessing the realignment of the western…

There’s smoke on the horizon

Filipe R Costa looks ahead and flags some concerning signs from a number of investment fields.

Autumn update: An interview with Jim Mellon

Jim Mellon talks to Master Investor about the structural trends in the economy and the market sectors that he's most…

The looming UK energy gap

Rising energy prices and low reserves may make it a challenge to keep the lights on this winter. Will this…