Author: Benedetta Sceppacerca On Wednesday, October 29th, the U.S. Federal Reserve approved its second consecutive interest rate cut. In addition to “the rate move,” the Fed announced it would end the reduction of its asset purchases, a process known as...

Author: Elif Denef Seçgin Changes in tax rules have led to an increase in offshore bond sales as investors seek to lower their tax bills in the UK. Offshore bonds are becoming popular among British investors seeking to cut their...

Author: Benedetta Sceppacerca  When thinking about today’s most fascinating and widely used technologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI) inevitably comes to mind. AI is evolving at an extraordinary pace: according to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI and one of the leading figures...

Author: Ozan Nergiz It’s official — the Nikkei 225 has done the unthinkable: it shattered its 1989 record. In early 2024, Japan’s flagship stock index finally closed above the level it last touched at the height of its economic bubble...

Author: Ozan Nergiz Civil unrest can take many forms, from peaceful protests to violent riots, and it usually arises from deep frustration about things like economic struggles, social injustices, or political issues. These events can significantly disrupt daily life and...

Author: Ozan Nergiz The ongoing geopolitical conflict between Russia and Ukraine substantially affects global financial markets. European allies have initiated a heated debate regarding the approximately $300 billion of suspended Russian central bank assets in the context of the escalating...

Author: Ozan Nergiz Wealthy Individuals’ Strategies Shifting The ultra-wealthy no longer find traditional stock market investments appealing. In light of economic uncertainty, increasing inflation, and market volatility, high-net-worth individuals seek alternative methods to preserve and develop their wealth. This change...

The Weight of Increasing DebtA world influenced by unrelenting borrowing and accessible credit is currently at a critical juncture. Debthas become a defining characteristic of economies on all continents, supporting growth while introducinginstability risks. Corporations utilize leverage to facilitate expansion,...

Author: Ozan Nergiz Introduction For decades, the US dollar has ruled global finance, supporting trade, energy pricing, and international reserves. However, a financial transformation is unfolding. The BRICS bloc— Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—has long sought to challenge...

Author: Ozan Nergiz Italy is experiencing a developing economic dilemma—not solely due to its aging population but also its graying demographics. Nearly 35% of Italians will be over 65 by 2050. In the interim, the population is scarcely maintaining equilibrium...