Alex Rankine
Alex is an investment writer who has been contributing to MoneyWeek since 2015. He has been the magazine’s markets editor since 2019.
Alex has a passion for demystifying the often arcane world of finance for a general readership. While financial media tends to focus compulsively on the latest trend, the best opportunities can lie forgotten elsewhere.
He is especially interested in European equities – where his fluent French helps him to cover the continent’s largest bourse – and emerging markets, where his experience living in Beijing, and conversational Chinese, prove useful.
Hailing from Leeds, he studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at the University of Oxford. He also holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Manchester.
Latest articles by Alex Rankine
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France’s government collapses – could it trigger the next euro crisis?
Briefings France’s government has toppled after losing a vote of no-confidence, plunging the euro zone’s second-largest economy into turmoil. Is this 2012 all over again and should Europe be worried?
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Russian rouble hits two-year low against the dollar
New US sanctions have plunged the rouble to its lowest level since 2022. Why are investors spooked and how will this affect Putin's economy?
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Brazil booms – but why do investors remain wary?
Brazil is booming, but you wouldn’t think so from looking at the stock market. What's behind the market paranoia?
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Wall Street enjoys a Trump sugar rush – will it crash?
Wall Street investors could be repeating the mistakes they made in Trump's first term, when “Trump trades” enjoyed a short pop and then underperformed
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China unveils £1.08tn stimulus package to tackle hidden debt
China's new stimulus package addresses local government debt but fell short of many investors' expectations – here's why
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Are emerging markets ready to rally?
With global interest rates falling, emerging markets could be due a revival. We explain where to look
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US election – is the Trump Trade back?
The US election is around the corner. How does Trump influence US markets?
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Improved prospects for income investors
Income investors are raking in dividends, but it's not from the FTSE 100
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A bull market on borrowed time
While the US enjoys a bull market, it may not last. Will the US rate cut push stock prices down?
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Chinese economy: will the "bazooka" stimulus work?
The Chinese economy is relying on the "bazooka" stimulus to grow. Will it work or flop?
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Will European stocks bounce back?
European stocks have looked unattractive for some time – will they bounce back?
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How does France's economy compare to the rest of Europe?
What state is France's economy in and how is it looking compared to Spain, Portugal and Germany?
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Why is the supply of oil rising?
The supply of oil is rising despite conflict in the Middle East. What's causing the increase?
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Global housing markets bounce back
From Canada to the US, global housing markets have surpassed crises and made a comeback
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Global car shares slide amid lower demand in China – what happens now?
Has the car sector run into trouble? Britain’s Aston Martin and Germany’s Volkswagen are among the key automobile brands that have issued profit warnings.
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Chinese stocks rally – can it continue?
Chinese stocks surged after the politburo, led by President Xi Jinping, vowed to ramp up fiscal support for the world's second-largest economy. Should investors be cautious?
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Modi’s reforms set Indian stocks on fire
Indian stocks pass a new milestone, but global fund managers are holding back. Are there signs of overheating?
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What's next for oil prices?
How are world economies affecting oil prices and the demand for oil?
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Is China following Japan's economy and stock market?
China is dealing with deflation and an unappealing stock market. Is it following in the footsteps of Japan?
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Mexico passes controversial judicial reform – will it hurt investors?
What will Mexico's new reform mean for investors and the country's economy?
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US stocks plummet – is it time to buy bonds?
US stocks have taken a dive – should you keep your focus on US markets or turn your head to bonds?
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Are shares disconnecting from reality?
What effect is passive investing having on shares, and are ETFs going the same way?
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Bill Ackman: the hedge fund manager rooting for Trump
Bill Ackman made his name as an activist investor and corporate raider. Now he’s discovering his political voice on X and is backing Donald Trump for president.
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Has the world conquered inflation?
The Central Bank has tackled inflation around the world – but what was the pay-off?
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