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Too much of a good thing? AI as a public utility
The launch of DeepSeek sent US tech stocks into a tailspin. Is this the end of an AI bubble or a watershed moment for digital innovation?
Trump Tariffs: Taking the pulse of early global reactions
At the time of writing, uncertainty remains about the extent of Trump’s new tariff regime. Tariffs are hugely important for investors and policymakers, having a profound impact on currency markets, equities and global trade.
Connecting across continents: Industry engagement in Dubai
Finalto team members from across the company’s global offices were recently in Dubai for iFX Dubai 2025, the largest online trading expo in the region. The event was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 15-16 January.
Connecting across continents: Industry engagement in Dubai
Finalto team members from across the company’s global offices were recently in Dubai for iFX Dubai 2025, the largest online trading expo in the region. The event was held at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 15-16 January.
Confidence or complacency? The 2025 risk horizon
A major WEF survey suggests that world leaders are not currently preoccupied with the risk of economic shocks. Instead, extreme weather is keeping political and business elites awake at night. But climate risk and economic risk are closely connected.
AI & Employment: Robot Rivals or Algorithmic Allies?
The UK business press was a compendium of gloom the past week. The pound is down, bond yields are up, and inflation is expected to rise. A Bank of England survey reveals firms expect to raise prices and reduce staff in the coming year.
ZAR in focus: Is the Rand a currency to watch in 2025?
The South African rand rallied to become one of the five best emerging market currencies for the first time since 2016. A sign of renewed confidence in the country’s economy, but arguably overdue for a G20 state, a member of BRICS and (for now) the most advanced economy in Africa.
2025, the year of crypto. What the experts expect.
2025 is the year of crypto. When Donald Trump takes control of the White House later this month, he’s bringing a host of Silicon Valley heavy hitters to Washington with him.
Britain’s Bounceback? The case for economic optimism
“UK economy unexpectedly shrinks by 0.1%” and “Higher business taxes take toll on UK economy as companies cut back hiring” aren’t the headlines the new Labour government wanted. Not when they promised to kickstart economic growth.