17.4 C
London
HomeGeopolitics

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel conflict impacts markets and UK investors

The Iran-Israel conflict impacts markets globally, with immediate reverberations felt across commodities, equities, and currencies. Following a significant escalation on the night of 12 June 2025, the geopolitical shock has prompted fresh concerns for UK investors already navigating a volatile landscape. A sharp escalation shakes...

The “25% Model”: Joseph Kabila’s Covert Economic Influence in the DRC

Recent disclosures have unveiled a complex network of covert equity stakes and financial manoeuvres linked to former Congolese president Joseph Kabila, shedding light on the mechanisms of post-presidential rentier capitalism in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Leaked materials, have brought to light the financial...

China Issues Warning to UK Over Terms of US Trade Deal

China has formally criticised the UK for endorsing a newly negotiated trade deal with the United States, warning that the agreement’s embedded security clauses may effectively force British firms to exclude Chinese products from their supply chains. The diplomatic censure underscores rising geopolitical tensions,...

Global Markets Surge After Diplomatic and Trade Breakthroughs

Global markets surge following significant diplomatic progress between India and Pakistan and renewed trade discussions between the United States and China. These developments have reignited investor confidence, triggering widespread gains across major global indices. Diplomatic Breakthrough Between India and Pakistan India and Pakistan, historically tense nuclear...