The shipping industry has been one of the sectors that has seen record rates and profits over the past few years, thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic. However, this trend may come to an abrupt halt as experts warn of a sharp downturn in the industry. Barclays, one of the leading investment banks in the world,…
Nikola Takes on the Hydrogen Challenge and it is working on building hydrogen plants, part of a fuel network that will power their entry into the zero-emissions truck market. The company has signed deals with hydrogen producers who will supply hydrogen for Nikola vehicles in the US and Canada. They aim to have enough fuel…
Wealth concentration can have significant economic and social effects on the middle and lower classes. It can lead to a reduction in economic mobility, a decrease in purchasing power, and social unrest. However, there are solutions available to address this issue, including tax policies and programs that promote economic mobility. By taking action to address…
Lehman Brothers’ use of Repo 105 is a cautionary tale of the dangers of opaque financial instruments and the importance of transparency and accountability in the financial industry. The controversy surrounding the use of this instrument played a significant role in the collapse of Lehman Brothers and the subsequent global financial crisis. While regulations have…
As the title suggests this article the story of U.S. housing market’s Past, Present and Future. It is a story of growth and expansion, punctuated by periods of crisis and instability. The History of the U.S. Housing Market: The history of the U.S. housing market dates back to the early days of the country’s founding,…
Investment has been an integral part of human history since ancient times. The concept of investing money for future gains dates back to the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, where people invested in crops and livestock. The Romans also had a thriving investment culture, with wealthy citizens investing in real estate and businesses. The economic and…
Macroeconomic research is a branch of economics that focuses on the study of the economy as a whole, including issues such as inflation, growth, and unemployment. As an investment research company, Aliff Capital understands the importance of macroeconomic research in shaping its clients’ investment decisions. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of macroeconomic…
Microeconomics is a branch of economics that focuses on the behavior and decisions of individual actors in the economy, such as households and firms. In the context of investment decision-making, microeconomic research plays a critical role in understanding the supply and demand dynamics of specific markets and industries, as well as the behavior of consumers…