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Why Donald Trump’s tariffs are failing to break global trade
Six months into Trump’s tariffs, global trade remains resilient. Contrary to expectations, conditions appear surprisingly favorable, indicating the measures are failing to disrupt international commerce.
Welcome to Zero Migration America
Closing borders shrinks the economy, diminishes wealth, and stifles innovation. A zero-migration America risks significant economic decline and reduced global influence.
Don’t tax wealth
Sophisticated arguments for a wealth levy are fundamentally flawed and fail to hold water.
Credit markets look increasingly dangerous
Rising insolvencies signal growing peril in credit markets. This dual wave of defaults highlights emerging financial threats and increasing systemic risk.
How the Trump administration learned to love foreign aid
The Trump administration transformed U.S. foreign aid, shifting from traditional models to a more transactional approach. This evolution redefined international assistance without eliminating it entirely.
The eccentric investment strategy that beats the rest
The 25/25/25/25 portfolio allocates equal weights to four asset classes, offering a simple, eccentric strategy that reportedly outperforms traditional investing.
China’s stockmarket rally may hurt the economy
China’s stock rally may harm the economy, extending beyond the "wealth effect." This surge risks detriments that outweigh potential benefits, challenging the view that market gains automatically boost economic health.
The economics of self-driving taxis
Waymo exemplifies the financial dynamics of autonomous ride-hailing, showcasing the economic viability of self-driving taxi automation.
The AI talent war is becoming fiercer
Global competition for AI talent intensifies as nations challenge U.S. dominance. This escalating battle for expertise reshapes the geopolitical landscape of artificial intelligence innovation.
Investing like the ultra-rich is easier than ever
Regulators are apprehensive because investing like the ultra-rich is now easier than ever.
Will Dubai’s super-hot property market avoid a crash?
Despite crash fears, Dubai’s real estate market remains robust. Strong economic indicators suggest the booming sector can avoid a collapse.
How to spot a genius
As AI rises, human capability becomes increasingly vital. This highlights the growing importance of identifying exceptional talent in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Russia’s besieged economy is clinging on
Russia’s economy, though isolated and prosperous era ended, sustains itself through robust salary growth, clinging to stability despite its precarious state.
Would an all-out trade war be better?
Trump avoids retaliation, a strategy potentially carrying its own costs. This raises questions on whether a full-scale trade conflict is preferable to his current non-response approach.
Why European workers need to switch jobs
Europe’s job market is ill-equipped for rapid change, forcing workers to switch careers to survive.
China’s future rests on 200m precarious workers
China’s future depends on 200 million precarious workers facing shared hardships across manufacturing and gig sectors. Their systemic challenges highlight the nation's critical reliance on this vulnerable workforce.
Ukraine faces a $19bn budget black hole
Ukraine faces a $19 billion budget deficit due to insufficient financial support, leaving the nation’s fiscal stability severely exposed.
Europe’s great stockmarket inversion
Europe’s major stock market anomaly sees edge regions emerging as the most lucrative investment destinations, defying traditional center-periphery dynamics.
America’s economy defies gloomy expectations
The U.S. economy defies gloomy forecasts, remaining resilient despite the Federal Reserve's decision to lower borrowing costs.
Can you make it to the end of this column?
This column explores the shifting dynamics of attention, challenging readers to stay engaged until the very end.