Marcus Thompson

Financial Investigative Reporter

Veteran financial analyst turned investigative journalist with deep expertise in risk management, regulatory compliance, and financial crime. Spent 10 years as a risk analyst at major banks before exposing financial scandals at large publications. Known for uncovering systemic issues in lending practices, exposing fintech vulnerabilities, and analyzing the impact of regulatory changes on consumer protection.

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EQ T AB’s March Share‑Buyback and New Jersey Logistics Acquisition Explained

Analyze EQT AB’s March 2026 share‑repurchase and New Jersey logistics purchase, exploring price strategy, regulatory compliance, and value creation for investors.

Marcus Thompson

25/03/2026, 00:05

3 minutes to read

SoFi Faces Volatility: Short‑Seller Claims, Insider Buybacks & Analyst Uncertainty

SoFi’s share plunge after a short‑seller report raises big questions on revenue recognition and loan quality—while the CEO’s post‑selloff buys spark debate over insider motives and future upside. Explore the deep dive into SoFi’s financial transpare…

Marcus Thompson

24/03/2026, 22:16

4 minutes to read

FCA Approves Mitsubishi HC Capital’s New Securities: What Investors Need to Know

FCA admits Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC’s new floating‑rate notes, bearer notes and ETPs to its Official List, sparking questions about pricing, risk and market impact.

Marcus Thompson

24/03/2026, 16:10

5 minutes to read

Uncovering BAWAG’s 2025 Audit: Governance Red Flags & Market Manipulation

BAWAG Group AG’s 2026 AGM reveals hidden risks: opaque share buy‑backs, questionable accounting, and wash‑sale market activity that could erode trust among investors and clients.

Marcus Thompson

24/03/2026, 13:31

5 minutes to read

How Lloyds’ March 2026 Buyback, Executive Trades and New Debt Shape Shareholder Value

How Lloyds’ March 2026 buy‑back, executive stock purchases, and £60bn medium‑term notes balance EPS growth, liquidity, and risk amid a volatile market.

Marcus Thompson

24/03/2026, 12:51

5 minutes to read

China Everbright Bank 2025 Briefing: Transparency, Risks, & Human Impact Explained

China Everbright Bank’s 2025 briefing sparks scrutiny over delayed disclosure, board conflicts, and real‑estate loan risks, urging investors to demand deeper transparency.

Marcus Thompson

23/03/2026, 14:54

4 minutes to read

Ping An Insurance’s 5% Drop: How Margin Repayments Spark Volatility in China’s Market

How margin repayments triggered a 5% drop in Ping An Insurance, and why this matters for investors and policyholders.

Marcus Thompson

23/03/2026, 12:55

4 minutes to read

Hong Kong March 2026 Crash: Insurance Shares Plunge as Capital Adequacy Hits Threshold

Hong Kong’s March 2026 market slide hit insurance shares hardest, revealing valuation gaps, liquidity strains, and cross‑border flow conflicts that risk policyholder confidence and company stability.

Marcus Thompson

23/03/2026, 12:45

4 minutes to read

Adyen Expands Partnership With Cathay Pacific, Boosting Global Payment Efficiency

Adyen expands its partnership with Cathay Pacific, adding Hong Kong, Australia, NZ, US, Japan and India to its payment services and boosting authorization rates and lowering fees, but a data‑driven look shows uneven benefits and questions about true…

Marcus Thompson

23/03/2026, 10:46

4 minutes to read

Erie Indemnity Shares Slip as Willis‑Circle Asia Partnership Boosts Digital Specialty Insurance

Erie Indemnity’s 1.2 % share dip after the Willis‑Circle partnership shows how niche‑market focus can hurt stock when tech adoption lags.

Marcus Thompson

23/03/2026, 10:36

4 minutes to read

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