What a day! Most markets in Asia rebounded today, and some bourses even gain as high … Rebound with cautionRead more
Archive
Earlier essays and commentary on economics and finance, 2006-2025.
Three words to heal the world
Recently I came across a Facebook page where people are asked to provide ideas or rather … Three words to heal the worldRead more
Islamic finance to save the day
In the middle of the growing crisis, Vatican newspaper launched a soft and subtle attack on … Islamic finance to save the dayRead more
The Persistent Crisis
“There is no light at the end of the tunnel; this may be a very long … The Persistent CrisisRead more
Freedom of choice?
Two ministers are having a row over a lame, but increasingly serious, issue. They are publicly … Freedom of choice?Read more
The death of investment banks
“Investment Banking R.I.P.” was one of the headlimes following the fall-out of a once $46 billion … The death of investment banksRead more
Warren Buffet’s letter to shareholders
It is always interesting to see and look up at the Warren Buffet. His investing strategy … Warren Buffet’s letter to shareholdersRead more
Creative capitalism
Bill Gates really is an unsettled lot. After resigning from Microsoft early this year, he embarked into … Creative capitalismRead more
Inflation looms
Yes. That’s what going to happen for Indonesia in the next 18 months. Check few events … Inflation loomsRead more
It runs in the family
Recently my 8 years daughter sms-ed me reporting that she is now ‘rich’. I asked how … It runs in the familyRead more