Market Talk

Harris' Economic Horizon: Projections and Policies

As the newly appointed Democratic-nominee for the US Presidency, Kamala's rapid rise has been associated with a wave of new policy proposals that will shape the US for years to come. Comparing them with that of Donald Trump presents a stark difference in their visions for the future of the US economy.

Rachel Reeves' Reforms: Autumn Analysis and Predictions

The upcoming Autumn Statement paints a gloomy picture of the UK economy. Taxes are expected to rise with government spending projected to fall as the newly-appointed Labour chancellor looks to fill the £22 billion black hole in the public finances.

Troubling Trump Tariffs

Donald's Trump potential ascendency to the US Presidency once again raises hallmarks of his future economic agenda. A renewed focus on tariffs, building on the policies of his first administration, could have damaging effects for the US economy, hurting consumers and low-income earners the most.

Labour's Landside Economy

Labour's historic election victory marked the end of 14 years of Conservative governance. Their key manifesto pledge surrounds investment and long-term economic growth: reforms to planning legislation, combined with public investment projects and political stability.

London Gold Pool Collapse

The London Gold Pool, established in 1961, aimed to build on the Bretton Woods System that initially defined the post-WW2 world order. However, its eventual demise foreshadowed the collapse of the Bretton Woods System in 1971, marking a new era of monetary policy.