Teaching financial concepts young is as vital as learning to ride a bike. At least, that’s my position. There are certain life skills that you need to impart to your children before you let them loose on the world at around the age of 18. For most, this includes how to drive, swim, ride a […]

We all know the different breeds of CEO, even if we have different names for them. But one type of CEO always boasts the marmite factor. FTSE AIM investors — indeed, small cap shareholders in general — put a lot of stock by their CEOs. For context, I can’t remember who’s taking over from Legal […]

The regulators need to do their jobs. Trust in the small cap market is collapsing, and with it, the long-term investing mindset. At some point, someone has to say it. Enough is enough. The FTSE AIM market may have bounced off its late October low — but the index has still nearly halved in value […]

Women have been playing an increasingly significant role in the UK economy, often referred to as the “Sheconomy”. As of the second quarter of 2023, the employment rate for women aged between 16 and 64 in the United Kingdom was 72.1 percent, signifying an era of female dominance in the corporate world. The rise of […]

Venture Capital (VC) hubs worldwide have experienced considerable shifts, with 2021 marking a peak in global VC investment at $671 billion. Despite a 53% drop in the first quarter of 2023, sectors like artificial intelligence (Al) have kept the VC landscape vibrant, contributing to a $94 billion investment in the second quarter.  As VC hubs […]

The possibility of a UK recession in 2024 has been a topic of discussion among economists and policymakers. While some experts predict a recession, others believe that the UK economy will continue to grow. With differing opinions on the likelihood of a UK recession in 2024, it’s important to keep an eye on economic indicators […]

Centi-millionaires are people who have a net worth of at least $100 million. They are the elite of the elite, the cream of the crop, the top 0.01% of the global population.  In 2023, their number and wealth increased dramatically, reaching new heights of prosperity and power. How did they do it? What are the […]

Diamonds, like crude oil, are among the most valuable and sought-after in the world. Extreme heat and pressure deep within the earth’s mantle form them, and volcanic eruptions bring them to the surface. But currently who has the most rough diamonds? Which countries produce, own, and trade the most diamonds in the global market today?  […]

Oil is often referred to as ‘black gold’ due to its colour when harvested from the land and how valuable the commodity is. Oil is useful in many industries, and likewise, it’s become a necessity for our daily activities. Most of the finished products we see today are the end results of oil put to […]

Just last week, a buddy of mine posed an intriguing question: “How long would it take to double my investment?” It’s a question that many investors ponder. Interestingly, I had recently come across a graphic on LinkedIn, shared by someone I follow, that discussed the timeframes for doubling investments across various assets. However, I was […]

Gold and Bitcoin have historically produced huge returns for investors, although they’ve also had their fair share of volatility and setbacks. Gold, particularly, is known among investors with long-term goals, while Bitcoin is known for its short and long-term returns based on the market’s volatility. While some investors will decide to own assets in one […]