Africa’s true size, obscured by Mercator’s colonial legacy, hides a continent brimming with demographic vigour and critical resources. For astute investors, understanding this reality is the first step towards capitalising on Africa’s strategic opportunity
Oil prices no longer dictate Dubai’s real estate—but they still shape its currents. Explore how macroeconomics, policy, and luxury demand converge in one of the world’s hottest property markets
As global markets tiptoe through tariff turbulence, China posts upbeat numbers—though the real story lies beneath the polished headline figures
As China doubles down on economic openness, the U.S. tightens its grip on protectionism. With global markets on edge, two contrasting strategies are setting the stage for the next economic showdown
On February 19, GeoTrends attended the European Parliament’s PETI Committee session on COSCO’s activities in Piraeus. MEP Maria Zacharia discusses the geopolitical, economic, and environmental impacts of the Chinese company’s expansion
The study by Marobhe, Kansheba, and Munim, published in Journal of Transport Geography, examines how maritime stock prices responded to key events of the Israel-Hamas conflict. It highlights sector-specific impacts, investor sentiment shifts, and geopolitical risk influences
GEO-Trends analyzes the impact of geopolitical developments in the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on maritime transport, security, and the region’s economic and political dynamics