Imagine landing in Brussels on a crisp October morning, suitcase in hand, ready for a business meeting or a quick getaway to sample some world-famous waffles. But instead of bustling crowds and efficient check-ins, you’re greeted by eerie silence, empty terminals, and a sea of cancelled flights on the boards. That’s the scene unfolding today, … Read more
Imagine sitting in a bustling Beijing café back in 2019, sipping green tea while overhearing locals chat excitedly about flipping apartments like hotcakes. Fast forward to today, October 2025, and that same buzz has turned into whispers of worry. As someone who’s followed global economies for years—heck, I even lost a bit in the stock … Read more
Imagine this: It’s a hot summer afternoon back in my college days, and I’m reaching for a cold Pepsi from the vending machine, pairing it with a bag of Lay’s chips to power through an all-nighter. Fast forward to today, and that simple craving has turned into a massive business story. PepsiCo, the giant behind … Read more
Picture this: It’s 2018, and I’m a fresh-faced 22-year-old staring at my laptop screen, mesmerized by the wild ride of Bitcoin. I scraped together £500 from part-time bar gigs to dip my toes into crypto, only to watch it swing like a pendulum on steroids. Fast forward to today, and as a financial journalist who’s … Read more
As I sat down to watch Jerome Powell’s latest address at the National Association for Business Economics conference in Philadelphia, I couldn’t help but think back to my early days covering financial markets during the post-pandemic recovery. Back then, the Fed was navigating uncharted waters with stimulus packages and rate hikes, and it felt like … Read more
Picture this: you’re strolling through a chic boutique in Milan, the air thick with the scent of fine leather, and you spot a pair of Tod’s Gommino loafers that scream sophistication. I remember treating myself to a similar pair years ago during a trip to Italy—felt like I’d stepped into luxury heaven. But fast-forward to … Read more
Imagine standing on the rugged plains of Iceland, where steam rises from the ground like nature’s own breath. I’ve been there once, on a trip that changed how I see energy—hot water bubbling up, powering homes without a puff of pollution. Now, picture that same force helping fuel China’s massive shift away from coal. That’s … Read more
Picture this: It’s a drizzly Monday night in Washington, the kind where the field slicks up just enough to make every snap a gamble. I’m huddled on my couch, heart pounding like it did last year when that Hail Mary shattered Bears fans everywhere. Back then, I was at a watch party, screaming at the … Read more
Picture this: It’s a Friday evening in early October 2025, and you’re scrolling through your phone, watching Bitcoin dip from its lofty perch above $122,000. One minute, the market’s buzzing with talk of new all-time highs; the next, President Trump’s surprise 100% tariff announcement on Chinese imports hits like a thunderclap. Within hours, $19 billion … Read more
Imagine sitting in a cozy café in Berlin, sipping on a strong espresso while flipping through the morning paper. That’s how I first stumbled upon the IMF’s latest take on Europe’s economy back in my reporting days. It was one of those moments where the numbers jumped out, telling a story of resilience mixed with … Read more