Did inflation collapse the Roman Empire?
Ask most people what caused the fall of Rome, and they’ll probably think of barbarians marching along the Appian Way... read more
Five key factors affecting the performance of the FTSE 100
The FTSE 100 index is impacted by monetary policy, geopolitical factors and issues affecting specific firms and industry sectors. A... read more
Six reasons why traders should follow macroeconomic data
This week we've seen German CPI inflation data and the UK GDP update, while the US nonfarm payrolls figure will... read more
What are the five rules of trading commodities?
Oil and gold prices are always in the news, along with a list of other commodities that carry a significant... read more
What would happen if Germany left the Euro?
There are increasing signs that Germany is making emergency preparations in case the country feels it has no other choice... read more
