Economy

Europe needs to confront fossil-fuel insecurity

Energy Pauline Sophie Heinrichs - February 12, 2026.

After a geopolitically fraught World Economic Forum meeting in Davos last month, which came on the heels of US President Donald Trump’s threats against Greenland...

The impoverishment of Spaniards is the result of years of interventionist policies

Economy Daniel Lacalle - February 9, 2026.

Inflation, bloating GDP with public spending and immigration and hidden unemployment are the ingredients of the so-called “economic miracle” of the Sánchez administration. Spain closes 2025...

MWC Barcelona 2026: entering the IQ Era

Technology Elise Quevedo - February 8, 2026.

Every February, Barcelona becomes the centre of thought leadership, innovation, and global strategy as the countdown to Mobile World Congress begins. This year, MWC will run...

Europe should not follow US-style competitiveness

Economy Sandeep Vaheesan - February 7, 2026.

Even before President Donald Trump ratcheted up his demand for US control of Greenland, European leaders were feverishly reassessing every aspect of the transatlantic relationship,...

Injection or exercise? Why is the weight-loss industry growing?

Economy Emre Alkin - February 7, 2026.

There was a time when we were shouting, “Let’s Get Physical.” In the 1980s, losing weight meant gyms, aerobics tapes, sweat, patience, and a shared...

Will policymakers wake up before the crypto apocalypse?

Finances Nouriel Roubini - February 4, 2026.

A year ago, the most pro-crypto president in US history had just returned to power after pandering to clueless retail crypto investors and receiving massive...

Silver volatility and dollar bounce highlight the risk of crowded trades

Economy Daniel Lacalle - February 2, 2026.

The abrupt slump in silver prices on Friday, 30th January, shows the risk of crowded trades, especially those using high leverage. Silver is likely to continue...

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