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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

Will the latest near-vertical rally exhaust the bulls?

Monday, 26 January 2026

Gold and silver have entered a late-stage parabolic phase. Historically, this kind of vertical movement signals trend exhaustion.
This report analyzes the forces extending the rally, the technical signals pointing to exhaustion, and the price levels that will define when a violent trend reversal has begun.

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US dollar more vulnerable to geopolitical tensions

Thursday, 22 January 2026

Due to the strong growth of the US economy and relatively high interest rates, dollar assets remain attractive to foreign investors. Meanwhile, concerns are growing about more aggressive US foreign policy. Which factor will weigh more heavily in the coming period, and what does this mean for EUR/USD?

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Major changes ahead for the markets

Thursday, 15 January 2026

Markets are pricing in a benign outcome, but three key uncertainties threaten that consensus. Geopolitical escalation, political interference in monetary policy, and disappointing productivity growth could rapidly change the outlook. This report examines how these risks could reshape markets.

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