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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Should you invest in Germany?
What state is the German economy in, and should you invest in Germany?
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What does a weak yen mean for Japanese stocks?
The Japanese yen has hit its lowest level against the US Dollar since 1986. What does it mean for its stock market?
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British stocks set for a boost
British stocks are due for a bounce as the UK looks more stable compared to many economies
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The AI boom is on borrowed time
The hype around the AI boom could be on its way out – but why?
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Where is the US economy heading?
What impact will a new president have on the US economy when it comes to growth, inflation and unemployment?
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Small caps are invaluable for your portfolio
Small caps have been underperforming as of late – but they're still a diversifier to consider for your portfolio
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Why are share buybacks on the rise?
Share buybacks are on the rise as global dividend payouts hit a milestone
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Commodity prices remain high – should you buy into the boom?
Commodity prices are high – what does this mean for the 'everything rally'?
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Inflation is tamed at last – when will interest rates fall?
UK inflation may have hit the Bank of England target but it's unlikely to stay that way for long. What does that mean for interest rates?
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Indian stocks bounce back – should you invest?
Indian stocks make a comeback after the country's general election. Should you invest?
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Mexico election 2024: first female president elected
Claudia Sheinbaum will become Mexico’s first female president. But what will her win mean for the country?
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FTSE stocks bounce back – will it last?
Oil prices and high interest rates boost FTSE stocks. But will the British stock market continue on an upward trajectory?
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Will South Korea’s stock market stay cheap?
South Korea’s stock market continues to lag behind the rest of the world. Is it time to change its strategy?
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French president calls an early election – will it backfire?
Why has French president, Emmanuel Macron announced an election three years early? How did financial markets react?
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Why now is a good time to invest in European markets
European markets are seeing a resurgence among global investors amid cooling inflation and profitable 'Granolas'
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Invest in Philippines: an overlooked Asian market?
This emerging market could be the next big thing for foreign investors. Is it a good idea to invest in Philippines?
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The price of copper has risen – how long will the bull market last?
The price of copper has leapt to almost a two-year high, but demand for the metal continues to outstrip supply. How long will the market remain bullish?
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What does a weak yen mean for Japan's economy?
The Japanese yen slumped to a 34-year low. What does a weak yen mean for inflation, interest rates and tourism in Japan?
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India's stock market success looks set to continue
India has been the world's fastest-growing major economy for two years running.
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Eurozone’s stocks struggle
The eurozone is stagnating while US GDP soars.
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Lithium goes from boom to bust
There are signs of an oversupply of lithium – the metal used for EV batteries.
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Crypto is “Monopoly money”
FTX won't be the last crypto scandal, because cryptocurrencies mirror the worst aspects of the finance industry.
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Vietnam, Asia’s new tiger economy, is roaring. Investors take note.
Just two decades ago, Vietnam was one of the world’s poorest nations. Now it is a thriving regional hub with ample scope for further rapid development.
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8 ways to profit from Japan’s recovery
Corporate reform, normalising monetary policy and cheap valuations make Japanese equities a top long-term bet, says Alex Rankine.
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