Articles
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Here we go again
Theresa May has performed an about-turn. She has announced her intention to hold a general election on June 8.
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Pound’s Strength withstanding Brexit
Sterling has withstood bad Brexit news so far, but that may not last.
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Bottlenecks in Bangladesh
It’s a huge pleasure to return to this fascinating country and seeing that Bangladesh’s economy is clearly on a roll, although its democracy is weakening.
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London’s luxury property market is suffering
There is a problem in London’s high-end market – people just aren’t as keen on luxury property as they were a year ago.
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Article 50 to be triggered on 29th March
Nine months after the referendum where the UK electorate made the historic decision to the leave the EU, the government is on the verge of starting the process. Following parliamentary approval, Article 50 is set to be triggered on 29th March.
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Europe successfully shrugs off political risk
Next week, Geert Wilders’ far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), is set to become the biggest party in the Netherlands, increasing political risk in an already un-settled continent.
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Is renting in London loosing its appeal?
Maybe it’s just too expensive, but more renters and buyers are looking outside Central London.
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Power struggle is risking Morocco’s economic growth
Morocco rode out the Arab spring better than most countries in the region, and was on track to be the fastest growing MENA (Middle East North Africa) economy this year. However, a power struggle is putting Morocco’s economic and political health at risk.
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Another Greece crisis looms…
Ever since the Greek crisis began seven years ago, Greece and its creditors have failed to conclude a single review of the country’s debt relief programmes on time. The latest delay risks rocking the Euro-zone.
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Le Pen sets out her ‘commitments’ as France prepares to vote
The French electorate goes to the ballot box this year to elect a president, parliament, and a section of the senate. Its decisions could have profound implications for the prospects for the Euro and the European Union.
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Expatriates warned to avoid portfolio bonds
If you’re an expatriate expecting to return to the UK in the future, there’s a good chance someone will already have tried to sell you an offshore portfolio bond as a vehicle for saving for old age.
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No need for a bust up in UK/EU talks
One of my main reasons for backing ‘Leave’ was to guard against the UK being dragged into further EU integration plans. That may seem unlikely today, but barely ten years ago joining the euro was still a live political issue for Britain.
