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On Imperialism

Nathan’s Substack • 19 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Imperialism BRICS Foreign Policy Allies Global Economy
  1. Empires often make enemies without realizing it, despite thinking they have many friends.
  2. Economic sanctions by one country can lead to unexpected consequences, pushing other nations to protect or distance themselves from the imposing nation's financial systems.
  3. Nations should be cautious in imposing their values on others, as historical empires have unintentionally faced negative outcomes by doing so.

Pippa Passes: The Case of the Missing Chessboard, the Sonoran Desert and the Entrepreneurs in the Galapagos.

Dr. Pippa's Pen & Podcast • 24 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Organized Crime Global Economy Military Strategy International relations
  1. Experts warn against conflating risk analysis with picking sides in geopolitics.
  2. Understanding the grand strategy and end game is crucial in global decision-making.
  3. The rise of dark forces like organized crime impacts geopolitics and economy significantly.

5 Sharp Stories to Engage your Clients

Dr. Pippa's Pen & Podcast • 17 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
💼 Business Leadership Innovation Global Economy Technology Relationships
  1. When engaging busy business leaders, bring them new, important, interesting, and actionable information.
  2. Create conversations by discussing unique and thought-provoking topics like space-based solar power or the impact of the metaverse.
  3. Encourage strategic thinking by highlighting unconventional perspectives and the importance of world-building in business.
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Will gold pave the yellow BRICS road?

The Informationist • 4 HN points • 09 Jul 23
💰 Finance Global Economy Currency Gold Debt
  1. BRICS nations are considering introducing a gold-backed currency to reduce dependency on the US dollar.
  2. The US has deviated from the gold standard, leading to concerns about debt levels and potential economic implications.
  3. For the gold-backed currency to work, BRICS nations would need to establish trust and a system that ensures the currency is fully redeemable for gold, potentially impacting the global financial landscape.

"Income and Wealth Inequality Went Down During the Pandemic": A Q&A with Felix Salmon

James Ledbetter's FIN • 5 implied HN points • 07 May 23
💰 Finance Fintech Wealth Inequality Digital Payments Music Industry Global Economy
  1. Income and wealth inequality decreased during the pandemic due to stimulus and increased minimum wages.
  2. The pandemic accelerated technological advancements, such as the development of mRNA vaccines and digital payments.
  3. Changes in real estate preferences indicate a lasting shift towards valuing residential space over commercial space.

The Unwinding Reliance on China

Spilled Coffee • 4 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
💼 Business Global Economy Investments Companies Trade Stock Market
  1. Global companies are reducing reliance on China for production by moving to other countries like India, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Bangladesh.
  2. Investors are reconsidering their strategic allocation to Chinese assets and countries heavily reliant on Chinese exports.
  3. Major investors and institutions are steering clear of China, indicating a shift away from Chinese investments.

A new era of American greatness is dawning

Demodexio • 0 implied HN points • 21 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics International Geopolitics Global Economy Leadership Diplomacy
  1. The USA is currently experiencing a period of rapid growth compared to other developed nations.
  2. America's historical success can be attributed to factors like military conquest, expanding the monetary economy, and governance structures.
  3. Questions remain about the impact of immigration, debt, and women's empowerment on the future prosperity of the USA.

25% of the world is either in recession or is going through an economic stagnation

Global Markets Investor • 0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
💰 Finance Global Economy Recession Central Banks Interest Rates
  1. About 25% of the world is facing recession or economic stagnation, impacting major economies like Japan, United Kingdom, Eurozone, Canada, among others.
  2. Countries such as Japan, UK, Denmark, Moldova, and Peru are in recession, experiencing economic decline over quarters.
  3. Economies in stagnation include the Euro Area, Germany, Canada, Sweden, and Saudi Arabia, facing challenges due to factors like interest rates, inflation, and oil production cuts.