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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

EUR/USD heading for lower levels

Thursday, 30 April 2026

The market is anticipating three rate hikes by the ECB and a pause by the Fed. We see good reasons why things could turn out exactly the opposite: a less decisive ECB and a Fed that could hike rates more than currently priced in. This could have major implications for the EUR/USD exchange rate, among other things.

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Is the stock market too optimistic?

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Stock prices are already back at record highs and oil futures are trading well below spot prices. We do not share the optimism this reflects. In this report, we explain why — and why, as a result, EUR/USD could well see some surprising moves.

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Will Iran continue to drive the gold price?

Monday, 20 April 2026

What happens to the gold price if inflation stays sticky, central banks remain cautious, and the outcome of the Iran war remains uncertain? This report connects the dots and shows why that mix could shape gold’s next major move.

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