This is my latest Perspective column for Fund Strategy. Some influential figures are suggesting a novel solution to Britain’s economic plight: it should become more like Germany. Although the German economy does have some enviable strengths such calls should be treated warily. The German economy is not as strong as is often assumed. Indeed an [...]

This is my latest Perspective column for Fund Strategy. Given Britain’s obsession with the second world war it is perhaps surprising that the surge of Germany’s profile in European politics has attracted little comment. Few on this side of the Channel seem to have noticed the extent to which Germany has raised its profile in [...]

Not all anniversaries are equal it seems. Some raise so many awkward questions the authorities would rather they are not discussed. Take the contrast between two anniversaries this week. The 60th anniversary of the queen’s accession to the throne received widespread media coverage that is likely to go on for months. Compare it with the [...]