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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

Gold: Is the bottom in sight?

Monday, 23 March 2026

Gold’s recent drop may seem counterintuitive amid rising global tensions, but liquidity pressures, higher interest rates, and forced selling are outweighing its safe-haven appeal. Despite short-term volatility, the long-term outlook remains bullish as geopolitical risks and fiscal pressures continue to build..

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Euro and Pound Vulnerable Due to Rising Energy Prices

Thursday, 19 March 2026

Developments in the Middle East are likely to have the greatest impact on the currency markets for the time being. The markets expect the conflict to end soon and for energy prices to fall again thereafter. We are less certain of this for several reasons. What does this mean for major exchange rates?

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TACO Trump

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Will the Iran war force the ECB and Fed to shift their monetary policy due to higher inflation and slowing growth?

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