Understanding the Connection Between War and Economic Growth The relationship between warfare and economic development is complex and multifaceted, often serving as a catalyst for various shifts in a nation’s economic landscape. Historically, significant conflicts such as World War II and the Cold War have been pivotal in driving technological […]
Bourso Maroc
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Introduction to the Marketplace Dynamics The marketplace landscape in the Middle East is notably intricate, shaped by a multitude of factors including cultural, economic, and geopolitical influences. As conflicts occur, the impact on economic activities within the region becomes pronounced. Geopolitical events, particularly wars, can lead to significant fluctuations in […]
The latest earnings results for banks include words like “record,” “outstanding,” and “doubles.” So far, 2023 has been a banner year for the sector, at least from an earnings perspective. But bank stock prices have yet to eclipse their previous highs. The KBW NASDAQ Global Bank Index, which tracks global […]
Global private capital firms are charting a well-traveled course. With their sprawling empires, the largest alternative asset managers have adopted strategies that borrow extensively from the octopus-like corporate conglomerate business model. The Age of Private Market Empires Many private equity (PE) firms are building product lines that are adjacent if […]
For the past three years, I’ve written a monthly column for Canadian MoneySaver called “Portfolio Confidential” that answers various investor questions. Some of these I receive from emails, but most come from another source: I offer readers a free 30-minute confidential Zoom chat in which I provide an independent, unbiased […]
As the owner of Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) practice, recognizing when and how to explore shifting to a niche market share can be a game changer for your firm. But how do you know it’s time to make this strategic shift? It’s not as simple as looking at numbers and […]
Until recently, emerging market (EM) equities were among the darlings of the investing world. And why not? To most investors, a potentially diversifying asset class with prospects for high returns looks like a gift. For active managers, EM equities represent the chance to invest in a less-efficient segment of the […]
The Paradox of Debt: A New Path to Prosperity without Crisis. 2023. Richard Vague. University of Pennsylvania Press. In 2004, Vice President Dick Cheney drew no small amount of derision when he opined that “[President Ronald] Reagan proved that deficits don’t matter.” Richard Vague suspects that Cheney may well have […]
Not for syndication. This article cannot be republished without the express permission of Business Expert Press (BEP). The following is adapted from the forthcoming Markets in Chaos: A History of Market Crises around the World by Brendan Hughes, CFA. I am concerned about the long-term health of the US dollar along […]
What does it take to be a successful investor? A healthy balance of technical skill, emotional intelligence, and intentional habits can help. This three-legged stool requires us to derive precision from knowledge and analysis and perspective from curiosity and discipline while developing processes to nudge us toward our fullest potential. […]
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