Cycles of Change

The Five Flags Theory is an approach to personal and financial freedom that advocates for diversifying one's life across multiple countries. The term "flag" represents different aspects of life, each associated with a different country to optimize [...]

In the architecture of global finance, the United States Treasury market serves as the bedrock of risk-free collateral. It is the foundation upon which nearly all other asset classes are priced. However, this purported stability relies on a [...]

Abstract: Bond market rebellions have occurred throughout history, often triggered by economic mismanagement, political instability, or loss of investor confidence. This exploration examines ten notable examples, analyzing the social and economic [...]

Abstract: The direction of interest rates is primarily set by central banks, influenced by economic indicators and government policies. Market rebellion occurs when investor sentiment turns against these policies, leading to unrest and significant [...]

Here is a list of 50 professions ordered by the magnitude of impact AI is expected to have on them. In listing the order of impact for the 50 professions, the following criteria were used: Degree of Task Automation: The extent to which AI can [...]

As we enter a golden era marked by BRICS countries ramping up their gold purchases and central banks selling US treasuries to buy gold, the landscape of reserve assets is undergoing a significant shift. Historically, gold has always been considered [...]

This analysis discusses the historical and economic benefits of tobacco usage in the USA, focusing on the period when tobacco was a significant cash crop. It also investigates the context and justification behind the statement "What this country [...]

In consideration of our open border policy in the USA since 2020, it's important to understand how open borders affect regular Americans like you and me. It's not just about what politicians say—it's about looking at the strengths, weaknesses, [...]

A multi-decade debt super cycle follows a trajectory from economic expansion and rising debt accumulation, through phases of financial imbalances and crisis, to eventual deleveraging and recovery. Each phase of the cycle presents unique challenges [...]

Chamath Palihapitiya's investment strategy emphasizes the importance of foundational infrastructure supporting AI and other technologies. His focus on sectors like renewable energy, healthcare, and education reflects a long-term approach to [...]

The housing market in the Czech Republic has undergone significant changes since the early 1990s. Following the fall of communism, the country transitioned from a state-controlled economy to a market-based system, which involved the privatization of [...]

The recent advent of a bifurcated market system, where both corporations and households increasingly benefit the top asset holders, has significant implications for the economy, potentially stalling a recession indefinitely or only delaying it. This [...]