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Ukraine's hidden war: the battle for Rare Earths and strategic minerals
The war in Ukraine is often framed as a geopolitical struggle between Russia and the West, driven by historical tensions, security...

Ken Philips
Feb 253 min read


The high-stakes game. Risk, volatility, and survival in "The Volatility Smirk"
The theme of financial markets and risk in The Volatility Smirk is central to its narrative, shaping the characters’ ambitions,...

Ken Philips
Feb 223 min read


The hidden message in Trump’s Greenland and Canada rhetoric: A warning to Russia and China?
When Donald Trump floated provocative ideas about acquiring Greenland and hinted at bold moves concerning Canada, many dismissed them as...

Ken Philips
Feb 202 min read


Volatility outlook for the week of February 17, 2025
1. Weekly closing data of major indices Compared to February 7, 2025, the major indices showed mixed performance with modest volatility...

Ken Philips
Feb 175 min read


Negotiating Ukraine's future: Balancing diplomacy, security, and potential peacekeeping forces
Recent developments regarding the peace process in Ukraine have sparked significant concern among European leaders and Ukrainian...

Ken Philips
Feb 143 min read


Volatility outlook for the week of February 10, 2025
1. Weekly closing data of major indices Compared to January 31, 2025, the major indices showed mixed performance with modest volatility...

Ken Philips
Feb 95 min read


The collapsed Honda-Nissan merger: a reflection of Japan's merger challenges
On February 5, 2025, the proposed merger between Honda and Nissan, two of Japan's automotive giants, was called off due to irreconcilable...

Ken Philips
Feb 83 min read


Amazon.com (AMZN) Q4 2024 earnings call analysis
Amazon delivered solid Q4 2024 results, reporting $187.8 billion in revenue, a 10% year-over-year increase. Adjusted for foreign exchange...

Ken Philips
Feb 83 min read


From Gaza's first five-star hotel to Trump's bold proposal
In 2011, Gaza witnessed the opening of its first five-star hotel, the Al-Mashtal, a symbol of resilience and aspiration in a region...

Ken Philips
Feb 74 min read


Alphabet (GOOG) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Analysis
Alphabet delivered solid Q4 2024 results, reporting $96.5 billion in revenue, a 12% year-over-year increase. For the full year, revenue...

Ken Philips
Feb 63 min read


Volatility outlook for the week of February 3, 2025
1. Weekly closing data of major indices Compared to January 24, 2025, the major indices experienced mixed performance with notable...

Ken Philips
Feb 34 min read


Trump's tariff strategy: a proven playbook for quick negotiations
President Donald J. Trump's recent imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China has reignited discussions on his...

Ken Philips
Feb 23 min read


Microsoft Q2 2025 Earnings Call
1. Earnings Overview: Microsoft reported $69.6 billion in revenue for Q2 2025, reflecting a 12% year-over-year increase, driven by strong...

Ken Philips
Feb 13 min read


Apple (AAPL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Analysis
1. Revenue Growth Apple reported $124.3 billion in revenue for Q1 2025, marking a 4% year-over-year increase and setting a new all-time...

Ken Philips
Feb 14 min read


Meta (META) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Analysis
1. Revenue Growth Meta delivered an exceptionally strong quarter, reporting $48.39 billion in revenue for Q4 2024, a 21% year-over-year...

Ken Philips
Feb 15 min read
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