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Edward Markus

Founder & Chief Economist

Edward Markus, our Chief Economist, embarked on his journey in the field of economics at the Free University of Amsterdam, where he earned his degree. Following his academic pursuits, Edward dedicated several years to refining his expertise within leading financial institutions across Europe and the United States, excelling in roles as both an investor and analyst. He is renowned for his authoritative macroeconomic analyses of global financial markets, with a special focus on the intricate dynamics of interest rates and currency movements.

Edward's profound insights have not only earned him widespread recognition but also frequent invitations to share his expertise through various media platforms in the Netherlands and internationally. He is a consistent voice in Het Financieele Dagblad, a premier Dutch finance newspaper, and makes regular appearances on Radio 1 and BNR, in addition to contributing to numerous finance-focused blogs. His bilingual fluency in Dutch and English enhances his ability to communicate complex economic concepts clearly and effectively.

Recent Publications

Are fears of a sharp slowdown in US growth justified?

Thursday, 16 October 2025

The ongoing government shutdown and escalating trade tensions with China are heightening concerns that US growth could slow more than the Fed can tolerate. While these are likely temporary headwinds for the dollar, the key question is: what happens to the greenback once the shutdown ends and trade tensions subside?

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Miscalculation by the Fed

Wednesday, 15 October 2025

The Fed is set to further ease monetary policy due to concerns about the weakening labour market and political pressure. The assumption is that the current interest rate is having a dampening effect on the economy. But is that really the case, and what are the consequences if, in hindsight, the Fed lowers interest rates too much?

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Inflate or die?

Thursday, 09 October 2025

Investors in precious metals and equities are increasingly assuming that central banks will prioritize economic growth over fighting inflation. However, once this path has been taken, it will be difficult to reverse course. This is very positive for gold and equities, but has the enthusiasm gone too far now?

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