John Ling
70% Surge: Is This the World’s Riskiest Rally?
It’s an extraordinary turnaround. Once unloved and ignored, this country is now a growth engine hitting fresh highs. Can the bullish upswing continue?
American Debt Bomb? Here’s Why I’m Not Worried
The pessimists are feeling sour about America. But has the negativity been overdone? Here’s our rebellious perspective on what really matters.
The Great Kiwi Housing Disaster: What Comes Next?
New Zealand’s property market is now in Year 4 of a decline. The pain is real. What does the road ahead look like for Kiwi investors?
Michael Jordan: What Game Are You Playing?
He was one of the greatest athletes of all time. But a personal tragedy nearly derailed his career. His incredible comeback provides a timeless lesson about resilience.
Behind the Iron Curtain: A Rising Economy?
This Eastern European country was once dismissed as an ugly duckling. But now the winds of change are blowing. Is a transformation about to happen?
Scary Predictions: Should You Believe Them?
The news is filled with negative headlines. Is it still worth investing in the market? Well, 100 years of history offers us a surprising answer.
Our Next Coffee & Capital: The Future of Wealth
It’s a tale of two different realities. On Main Street, people are struggling. Meanwhile, on Wall Street, people are prospering. Why on earth is this happening?
The Most Hated Market in the World: Is This an Opportunity?
Most investors are following the herd. But are they overlooking a wild frontier opportunity on the edge of the map? Here’s what they could be missing.
Modern Warfare: The Race to Dominate the Battlefield
War is an inescapable part of the human experience. Could this stunning new innovation reshape the battlespace for generations to come?
Lessons from Vietnam: The War That Made Asia Rich
The trauma of the Vietnam War continues to provoke strong emotions. But here’s a contrarian question: did that conflict actually leave behind a positive legacy?
Are War Headlines Fooling Investors Again?
Turbulence. Fear. Uncertainty. It can tempting to freeze up at a time like this. But pushing forward with a contrarian attitude might be better. Here’s why.
Oil Shock: What Comes Next for America?
We’re witnessing a clash of the titans. As America and Iran slug it out, the fate of the oil market hangs in the balance. But is there more to this conflict than meets the eye?
1929 to 1948: The School of Hard Knocks
Tough times don’t last. Tough people do. Here are valuable lessons from the Greatest Generation’s experience with war, rationing, and sacrifice.
AI Doomsday: Xero and the Great Unravelling
It’s a terrifying idea. Automation is about to disrupt our economy, making some companies obsolete. Could this be the first domino to fall?
Coffee & Capital: 5 Lessons About the Market
We’ve just concluded our latest investors’ gathering in Auckland. Which way is the world going? Here are some insights from our lively discussion.