The real danger of 'Gammageddon'
“Volmageddon” entered the financial lexicon in February 2018, a word that blends destructive connotations of Armageddon with the explosive dynamics of market volatility. A fitting new word, if ever there was one, to describe a one-day event that had no forewarning and no trigger, yet in a few hours, destroyed...
Will the Year of the Dragon deliver for China?
Dragons are important in China, being the only mythical creature that has found a place in the Chinese zodiac. In Chinese folklore, the years of the Dragon (2024 and every preceding 12 years) are associated with good fortune and success. In contrast, the years of the Tiger (2022) and Rabbit...
Why radioactive management will be key in navigating the energy transition
Uranium has been the standout commodity of the past 12 months - nearly doubling in price to $100 per pound, with nuclear firmly back on the policy agenda as part of the green energy transition. The elemental surge has drawn the attention of many a punter who might otherwise be...
Will the Inflation Reduction Act be Trumped?
With victories in the Iowa and Nevada caucuses and New Hampshire primary under his belt, it is becoming clear that Donald Trump will likely become the next Republican candidate for the 2024 US election. With his potential return to office now almost within reach, there are increasing concerns surrounding the...