26 Apr 2017

EU markets rules are the 'worst piece of legislation'

No surprise! Anyone who ever had to read through the garbage produced by the FSA, FCA, Bafin etc would heartily agree. At least Brexit will cut out the ECB and EU scribblers!
The boss of one of the world's biggest exchange groups said EU markets rules are the 'worst piece of legislation' he's ever seen

20 Apr 2017

SURVEY: 82% think more firms will set up in Europe because of Brexit

Nothing to worry about, if anything positive for UK as its firms will have to set their eyes on export markets in a more pro-active manner. Free of the cost of EU membership (mostly socialist redistribution to the unworthy) and regulation Britain should do well. Being ruled by one government rather than a committee of 27 should speed up decision making.
SURVEY: 82% of investors think more firms will set up in Europe because of Brexit

14 Apr 2017

Softbank acquires Fortress - Marriage made in Heaven or Hell?

There could be no greater discrepancy between the business model of these two parties. Apart from the fact that Fortress alone already has its fingers in too many pies, this deal seems to increase the impact of 'diworsification' by the power of two. It will be interesting to see how this pans out over time. In the meantime, hats off to the Fortress Principals, it looks like an excellent deal for them!
The Fall of Fortress