Category: Economy
This Could Threaten China’s Growth
The general rule is high interest rates slow an economy and low interest rates speed it up. China’s priority is the latter. To most, this seems foolhardy.
$1.4 Million…Right Down into the Drain
The value of our money is disappearing before our eyes. Ironically, it’s the enigmatic British artist Banksy who personifies this sentiment best.
Watching the Fed with Interest
The Fed must surely realise the ‘low for longer’ strategy has painted them into a corner…damned if they do and damned if they don’t.
Why Trump Has the Most to Lose From Falling Stocks
Before he was president, Trump attacked the Fed for keeping interest rates low. Now he’s criticising the Fed for raising them. Why?
Donald Trump Has Found His Next Fall Guy
It was inevitable, wasn’t it? Low interest rates and mounting debt have paved the way for our markets to fall. But this is just the beginning.
How Berlin Forgot the Crimes of the Soviets
During the height of the Cold War, Berlin was ground zero in the struggle against communism. Have we learned the hard lessons since then?
How America Goes the Way of Argentina
A boom is inevitably followed by a bust. But we always seem to forget this. That’s why it’s important for us to reflect on what’s happening in Argentina.
What You Missed This Weekend (And Why Petrol’s Getting Painful)
Oh boy. What an exciting weekend! Since so much has happened, we’re taking a slightly different approach today. Here’s what happened over the past few days that you should know about.
Creating a Promised Land for the Cows
Today we’re taking a break from American politics. Instead let’s see what cattle farming in rural Argentina has to teach us about the facts of life.
Starvation in Venezuela — How Bad Economics Collapsed a Country
If you haven’t noticed, Venezuela is in the middle of one of the most psychotic economic breakdowns in history. People are starving. There’s no power or fresh water. Inflation is nearing a million percent.
Who Will Trust America After This?
Donald Trump is celebrating the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement. But he’s ignoring the debt bubble that’s going to pop any day now.
The Crash Is Imminent — Are You Ready?
Is the New Zealand stock market going to crash? Yes, with absolute certainty. Markets always rise and fall. The question is not if. It’s when.
The Real Winner of Trump’s New Trade Deal
Donald Trump has claimed victory in negotiating a new NAFTA deal. But, frankly, it’s more hot air than substance at this point.
Our $1 Billion Shadow Economy
Today, we unveil New Zealand’s $1 billion secret — a shadow economy running right under our noses. It’s got massive implications for taxpayers…and a twist that involves the RBNZ.