Fundamental Evaluation Series

'Helicopter money' – why economists are now thinking the unthinkable

Apr 14, 2016 15:27 pm UTC| Insights & Views Economy Central Banks

For the 85th month in a row, the Bank of England has voted to keep interest rates at a low of 0.5%. Along with the European Central Bank and US Federal Reserve, it remains wedded to the idea that low interest rates,...

The sharing economy comes to scientific research

Apr 14, 2016 08:29 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

My husband is a brilliant man with a deep love for home improvement shows. I could do that! he says. I just need a fancy saw, some tool, this other thing, wood and a plan. Sometimes these projects turn out great, but as...

The science of happiness can trump GDP as a guide for policy

Apr 14, 2016 07:55 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Life

For centuries, happiness was exclusively a concern of the humanities; a matter for philosophers, novelists and artists. In the past five decades, however, it has moved into the domain of science and given us a substantial...

Emerging Market Crisis Series

Why Brazil's economic rollercoaster is far from over

Apr 14, 2016 07:48 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Brazil has gone from an impressive economic boom to the worst crisis in its modern history in less than a decade. The countrys situation appears even bleaker due to the deep and complicated political crisis, with the...

The ageing population is a threat to women’s economic welfare

Apr 14, 2016 02:44 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Many women in the UK are unaware of the financial risk they face. A financial risk brought about by the ageing population. Across the globe, about two thirds of informal care for frail older people falls to female...

If the people can't get to their jobs, bring the jobs to the people

Apr 14, 2016 00:48 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

It is difficult to find a public transport solution to Sydneys congestion problem. It is equally difficult to find a motorways solution. The real problem is that Sydneys urban structure is being configured in a way that...

FX Hedging Strategy Series

FxWirePro: Brazilian political, fiscal and economical consolidation fuel BRL momentum - stay hedged for USD/BRL downside risks

Apr 12, 2016 12:07 pm UTC| Commentary Economy

USD/BRL Increased odds of a presidential impeachment pushed USD/BRL below 3.60 for the first time since August. A change in administration, however, does not guarantee new policies to address Brazils fiscal and economic...