Heading into the holiday season, there is plenty to unwrap but not all of it feels festive. Inflation is still lingering like that one guest who does not know when to leave, geopolitics remains a chaotic rollercoaster, and a partner of mine is declaring stagflation to be the Grinch stealing our economic cheer. Markets are…

Nothing is impossible in markets! Saxo’s annual outrageous predictions are here once again! This series presents highly unlikely yet entirely possible scenarios that, if they came to pass, could send shockwaves through financial markets. They aim to provoke thought, challenge conventional wisdom and spark lively discussions. Here is their list of outrageous predictions, guaranteed to…

Back in 2011, if I recall correctly, the World Bank published a report predicting the demise of the US dollar as the major reserve currency by 2025, which is next year (oops…sorry). According to the report, this transition will be driven by emerging market growth rates of 4.7% annually, compared to only 2.3% for developed…

When whipping up meals for your loved ones, it is not just about what is on the plate, it is about your vibe too. According to Ayurvedic teachings, which have been around for a few thousand years, the cook’s emotional state can actually influence the quality of the food. So, if you are feeling like…

It is that time of year again when the “big boys” of Wall Street (with access to some of the smartest minds and more data and information than anyone else) roll out their glittering 2025 outlooks, each more meticulously polished than the last. As part of my annual tradition, I have been diving into these…