Time to Talk Tariffs
Trump’s tariffs are decried as protectionist madness, but the EU’s own tariffs escape scrutiny. As Brexit hits its five-year mark, it’s time to expose the double standards in trade policy—and ask who really pays the price.
Trump’s tariffs are decried as protectionist madness, but the EU’s own tariffs escape scrutiny. As Brexit hits its five-year mark, it’s time to expose the double standards in trade policy—and ask who really pays the price.
In analysis, it’s helpful to simplify and focus on the core elements of a system. Today, we will identify the essential processes and structures required to create a functional bank, accompanied by diagrams to illustrate these key processes.
Reserve requirements are the latest economic fad, but do they actually solve anything? Let’s break down the myths and explains why the UK banking system is (slowly) returning to what worked for centuries.
If we’re going to have government debt, then it’s time to retire Thatcher-era monetarism and adopt a modern, cost-efficient approach to its management.
Understanding the Physical and Social Constraints of the Public Sector
Stop stalling: why bold public investment, not austerity, is the key to economic recovery
George Bailey saves Bedford Falls—again! This blog reimagines the bank run with a deeper dive into the monetary system, as George uses his newfound financial savvy to outwit Mr. Potter, keep the town afloat, and still make it to his honeymoon.
Uncover the myths holding back our economy and explore a bold vision: jobs for all, zero interest rates, and a system designed to serve the many—not the few
Why is printing money reckless, but issuing bonds prudent? Both rely on government-created money, yet bonds are respected while monetary financing is demonised. Is it logic—or just tradition—driving this narrative?
The UK gilt market turmoil exposes the bond market as an outdated relic. Far from enforcing fiscal discipline, it serves no public purpose. It’s time to modernise public finance and end the myth of ‘bond vigilantes’.