Economics & Markets

Why Britain Must Rearm

There are rumours of war and yet the UK’s armed forces are woefully unprepared, says Victor Hill.

Looking For A FTSE 100 Run Up To 8,000

Mark Watson-Mitchell discusses the FTSE, house prices and gold.

More Bad News for Electric Car Enthusiasts

The economic and environmental case for electric cars is crumbling, says Victor Hill.

How Do You Solve A Problem Like Fujitsu?

ICL was acquired by Fujitsu under New Labour − with catastrophic consequences, says Victor Hill.

2024: Interest Rate Expectations – What If They Are Wrong?

The markets are expecting rate cuts in the UK, the US and the eurozone as early as May. But they…

2024: Whither the Footsie?

Most good news has already been priced into the London market - yet it still looks cheap, says Victor Hill.

2024: Some Hesitant Predictions

2024 will be a year we shall be unlikely to forget, says Victor Hill.

The Message from COP 28

Was COP28 an eco-triumph or a fudge? Victor Hill considers the outcomes.

Interest Rates and Elections

Interest rates have plateaued − with political consequences, says Victor Hill.

Mortgages, Wages and Insolvencies

Mark Watson-Mitchell peers in to the gloomy macroeconomic environment.