SITREP for Friday, March 24, 2023

There’s still only one big story right now: banks. And rather than being out of the woods, as many are hoping, I think we might have just gotten into the woods. Keep in mind that something the increased rates are designed to do is expose and break weaknesses in the financial system. This is harsh medicine and not something anyone welcomes but, when there’s a build-up of toxicity, this kind of cleanse is necessary. The problem is that you need to see it through, not quit just as it starts to have an effect. My view is that this is why the Fed and others continued with rate increases this week not despite the failure of some banks, but because of the failure of some banks. ...

March 24, 2023 · 5 min

SITREP for Friday March 17 2023

Daily SITREP for Friday, March 17, 2023 Read this on the Blog Welcome to the SITREP for Friday, March 17, 2023. Two very different banking crises played out this last week and, while both seem to be over, the panicky reactions in world markets indicates a lot of FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) has built up. This suggests that companies won’t get the benefit of the doubt if there’s a stumble or any sign of weakness. ...

March 17, 2023 · 7 min

ESG Compliance, a Drop in Ransomware Attacks, and a Chad's on a Spa Day

ESG Compliance, a Drop in Ransomware Attacks, and a Chad’s on a Spa Day 🤖[ ESG Compliance, a Drop in Ransomware Attacks, and a Chad’s on a Spa Day 🤖 ESG Compliance, a Drop in Ransomware Attacks, and a Chad’s on a Spa Day 🤖 Good morning. There were a few interesting pieces of news on ESG compliance and regulations that are worth keeping an eye on. Many of these rules are yet to come into force, but companies should start thinking about how they will meet these requirements (and who will take the lead). Also, there’s some positive news on the ransomware front. ...

March 11, 2023 · 3 min · Andrew Sheves

Ukraine and Russia Produce Over 1/3 of the World's Grains. So what?

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March 11, 2023 · 1 min · Andrew Sheves

Uncertainty in Tunisia, Czechs reject eastward turn, Middle East Attacks and China's COVID wave coming to an end

Uncertainty in Tunisia, Czechs reject eastward turn, Middle East Attacks and China’s COVID wave ‘coming to an end’[ Uncertainty in Tunisia, Czechs reject eastward turn, Middle East Attacks and China’s COVID wave ‘coming to an end’ Uncertainty in Tunisia, Czechs reject eastward turn, Middle East Attacks and China’s COVID wave ‘coming to an end’ Good morning. Tunisia’s second-round voting had a similarly low turnout as the first round making it unclear what will happen next. Recent attacks in Israel, Palestine, and Iran signal a period of heightened tension that feels poised to boil over. ...

March 11, 2023 · 3 min · Andrew Sheves

SITREP for Friday, March 10, 2023

March 10, 2023 · 0 min

Nigerians Vote and a South Pacific Remake

Good morning. 🇳🇬 Nigerians Vote Nigerians will elect their new president and parliament this weekend with third-party candidate Peter Obi leading recent polls (ANAP Foundation). Obi has a strong following amongst younger Nigerians and a win would signal a break from some of the traditional political power structures in the country. However, there is still a significant margin for error in the polls and all three leading candidates have strong bases of support so a close election and run-off are still a significant possibility. ...

February 23, 2023 · 5 min