Private markets and M&A activity in 2025 are entering a new phase, shaped by shifting macroeconomic conditions, changing investor sentiment, and structural changes in venture capital and private equity.

This week's US motor retail reporting season provided valuable insights into the state of the automotive industry, dealer profitability, and evolving consumer behaviour.

The artificial intelligence (AI) industry is at a crossroads. A new player, DeepSeek, has emerged from China, challenging Silicon Valley's long-held assumptions about the importance of scale in AI development.

Shared autonomous vehicles (AVs) are no longer a futuristic dream, they are here and operating in cities like Beijing, Oslo, Phoenix, and San Francisco.

This week, we explore long-term trends and the core fundamentals for building resilient, successful businesses.

As a former equity analyst with over 20 years of experience, I’ve seen how bond markets reflect economic realities, investor confidence, and policy challenges. The UK is at a critical juncture today, with gilt yields surging, sterling weakening, and economic growth faltering.