Infrastructure Woes
10 mins. to read
As HS2 gets more expensive so its economic benefits become more doubtful. In a rapidly changing world that results in white elephants, says Victor Hill.
Economics & Markets
Lifestyle shift: sacrifices on the way to a carbon-neutral world
14 mins. to read
If we are to become net carbon neutral by 2050 then we shall need to change our lifestyles. Some of these changes are already well underway, writes Victor Hill.
The National Food Strategy is misconceived
13 mins. to read
Last week saw the long-awaited publication of the UK’s National Food Strategy. It aspires to bring about low-carbon farming and to change our eating habits. These are two quite different objectives, writes Victor Hill.
Europe at the crossroads
14 mins. to read
In Germany, the Merkel era is drawing to a close. What will Europe look like in a year or so? Victor Hill inquires.
Should you consider investing in cryptocurrencies?
8 mins. to read
Over the last five years, cryptocurrencies have experienced a huge expansion from a $12.2bn market to $1.3tn one. Filipe R. Costa asks if you should join the party.
Electrification: the downside
14 mins. to read
The electrification of vehicular transport is progressing apace as part of the decarbonisation agenda. But could it be doing more harm than good? And what are the alternatives? Victor Hill is asking.
The gathering storm: inflation expectations inflate
13 mins. to read
Inflationary pressures are building at a moment when corporate taxes are about to spike. The combined effect could spook the markets, writes Victor Hill.
Crypto Crazy: Why cryptocurrency is here to stay
13 mins. to read
Bitcoin has been on a rollercoaster this year – again. Other new cryptocurrencies such as Dogecoin have made their debut, with mixed results. This asset class is a swamp. But investors must understand why cryptocurrency has come about, argues Victor Hill.
Seeking out value in different regions and sectors
8 mins. to read
The future is undoubtedly rosy, but investors have already squeezed most of the juice from the markets. Filipe R. Costa looks at where the value still remains in markets.
Hydrogen Rising: Is this the energy of the future?
14 mins. to read
The key technology behind decarbonisation hitherto has been battery technology. But could hydrogen power turn out to be the real game changer? Victor Hill investigates.