July 22, 2009

Contract together, rise alone

Financial markets continue to remain in a state of uncertain flux as conflicting indicators and persistently unpredictable macro events sway sentiment

July 2, 2009

Uncertain Dollar Outlook

Deterioration in US fundamentals could tip greenback into a crisis of confidence

US Dollar Uncertainty

As economic recovery expectations diverge, the outlook for the US Dollar looks increasingly uncertain

March 26, 2009

On Your Marks, Get Set, Print

The world's central banks are off to the races...expect Main Street to be left behind.


March 2, 2009

A Wide Selection of Themes Continue to Drive Currencies

Over the past 3-6 months several themes have gained prominence for being drivers of sentiment and price action.
The most dominant and market moving have changed rank several times leaving many traders lost in the mire as they struggle to keep up with the pace of the FX market.


January 16, 2009

December 4, 2008

November 27, 2008

The Financial Crisis Goes On and On and On...

The severe lack of credit around the globe and the unwillingness of banks to lend capital to their clients as well as each other have been dubbed the “credit crunch” by the media. 

The securitisation of sub-prime US mortgages and their subsequent re-sale and collateralisation has led to far reaching problems for the vast majority of businesses and investors around the world.


November 25, 2008

Security Over Higher Yield

Investors have been taking cover from risk and volatility in stock, bond, property and credit markets by holding cash in preference to other assets.


July 1, 2004

Foreign Direct Investment and the Environment: A Sustainable Relationship?


This paper examines the relationship of carbon dioxide emissions with various economic indicators; primary focus is given to foreign direct investment.

My study examines the impact of FDI on behaviour of less developed countries and multinational corporations.

I find that FDI affects emissions disproportionately more in poorer countries in comparison to richer countries. Allowing for exceptions, the results show the majority of developed countries are insulated from FDI influencing their emission levels significantly.