2016: Year of the BitCoin
2016 was an exciting year for everyone interested in the financial markets. We saw many shocks and surprises, largely a result from surprising political events - the continuing oil saga,…Read more
2016
Banks Settle Deals with US Department of Justice
After a few eventful weeks, it seems that 2016 is on its way out much more calmly than expected as there was barely any excitement on the financial markets over…Read more
The Fed Raises Interest Rates
This past Wednesday, December 14, the Federal Reserve stepped forward with a decision to increase interest rates in the United States from 0.25 to 0.50 with a promise of further…Read more
India & Its Missing Cash
This week we turn to yet another corner of the world that is going through a crisis - India. Just a few weeks ago India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi decided…Read more
Italy in Crisis
Throughout 2016 we experienced many political shocks, most notably Britain’s vote to leave the European Union and Donald Trump’s presidential win in the United States. Just when you think nothing…Read more
Oil Prices: Up or Down?
As of today (Friday, November 25) the oil prices have sunk by 1% as a result of a combination of factors - the consistently strong dollar, Saudi Arabia’s increase in…Read more
It’s a Cold, Cold World
“The Gods must be crazy!” we may think, looking at the odd weather patterns we’ve had all over the globe in recent years. This year’s winter arrived particularly early and…Read more
Trumping the Election
While the markets have not stopped their workings and there are still many events and countries that deserve our attention, we would be amiss if we don’t address the elephant…Read more
Analysis of the American Dollar
As of earlier today the American dollar has reached its highest point versus the yen for the past three months and is well-positioned to advance over other major currencies. Market…Read more
Brexit: London Falling
Until not long ago London could undoubtedly be dubbed the multicultural heart of Europe. Historically shaped by migrations ever since its Roman origin, the city today is home to one…Read more