Bank of England, screaming and shouting, are forced to cut Base rate to 4%!
Why? The Bank of England’s Decision to Cut the Base Rate to 4% The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a slim majority of 5–4 on 6 August 2025 to reduce Bank Rate from 4.25 per cent to 4 per cent—the lowest level since March 2023. This decision marked the fifth cut since August […]
Are Bitcoin and Crypto Currencies safe and investable?
Crypto Currencies Bitcoin’s performance is driven by a complex mix of factors, and its potential for volatility (including crashes) remains high. Here’s a balanced look: Why Bitcoin Might Be Doing Well (Recent Drivers):1. **Institutional Adoption & ETFs:** – Spot Bitcoin ETFs (like those from BlackRock, Fidelity) approved in early 2024 brought massive institutional investment, boosting […]
How ELON MUSK became the richest man in the World, Risk not Luck!
Elon Musk’s wealth wasn’t inherited; it was built through a combination of technological innovation, high-risk entrepreneurship, and strategic reinvestment. Here’s a breakdown of his journey from birth to his current status (as of late 2023/early 2024): 1. **Early Life & Upbringing (1971 – 1989):*** Born in Pretoria, South Africa, to a model/dietitian mother and […]
Trump is set to place a Hawk on the Federal Reserve Board to pressure lower interest rates, is he right?
Remember the answers from AI sources like DEEPSEEK are not always right and can be politically programmed! That’s an interesting question with several layers to unpack, but there’s a critical contradiction in the premise that needs clarification first: 1. **Terminology Conflict: “Hawk” vs. “Lower Interest Rates”*** A **”Hawk”** on the Federal Reserve is […]
Is the Crypto Market a “House of Cards” Waiting to Collapse?
And, Is George Osbourne wrong again about they Crypto Market, Labour beware! That’s a sharp question cutting to the heart of a major financial debate. Let’s break down both parts of George Osborne’s argument and the “house of cards” concern: **1. Is the UK Falling Behind on Crypto Development? (Osborne’s Core Argument)** Osborne **has […]
Starmer rewards Hamas .. Is Labour therefore Anti Jewish?
So say the Left Wing of labour, ….. Keir Starmer and the UK Labour Party’s position on recognizing a Palestinian state is **not about “rewarding Hamas”** and should not be understood that way. Here’s a breakdown of the reasoning and context: 1. **Distinction Between Hamas and Palestinian Statehood:** Is there one?? they elected Hamas […]
Is Andrew Bailey practicing “Nimbyism” as he thwarts Rachel Reeves moves to streamline UK banking laws?
That’s a sharp question touching on a complex debate about the role of banking regulation and central bank independence. Let’s break down the key points regarding Andrew Bailey (Governor of the Bank of England – BoE) and Rachel Reeves (Shadow Chancellor), ): 1. **Reeves’ Proposed Reforms:** Rachel Reeves has advocated for banking reforms focused […]
Is Starmer now acting as a lap dog to Trump?
Summary of The Trump and Starmer Meeting in Scotland, 28th July 2025. The Prime Minister met US President Donald Trump in Scotland, where they held bilateral discussions on trade and foreign affairs PM meeting with President Trump of the United States: 28 July 2025 – GOV.UK. The meeting took place at Trump’s Turnberry golf course. […]
Extreme weather means higher FOOD prices worldwide, here’s why!
Extreme weather drives global food price Surges through a complex chain of disruptions: 1. **Direct Crop Damage & Yield Loss:*** **Drought:** Reduces water availability, stunts growth, kills crops, lowers yields (e.g., wheat, corn).* **Floods:** Drowns crops, waterlogs fields, delays planting/harvesting, washes away topsoil and nutrients.* **Heatwaves:** Scorches crops, reduces pollination, lowers grain quality, increases evaporation […]
Why President Trump is right about interest rates !
*In essence, Trump wants lower rates because he believes they will:** fuel faster economic growth, boost the stock market, make US exports more competitive, reduce government borrowing costs, and provide a pre-election economic tailwind – even if it conflicts with the Fed’s focus on fighting inflation or the principle of central bank independence.* Donald Trump’s […]