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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BlackRock’s Latest Moves: ETF Swings, Ambani Deal, and Earnings Anomalies Unpacked

BlackRock’s latest moves—from ETF buying, Ambani‑linked India partnership, to earnings growth—are dissected for hidden conflicts, fee opacity, and risky valuation, offering investors a deeper insight into the firm’s strategic intent.

Marcus Thompson

05/02/2026, 02:20

5 minutes to read

Nomura’s European Loss and Indonesian Equity Downgrade Spark Asian Market Volatility

Nomura Holdings faces a sharp earnings hit from a first‑time European loss and high acquisition costs, while a major firm downgrades Indonesian stocks amid rising risk, prompting deeper scrutiny of corporate narratives and market dynamics.

Marcus Thompson

05/02/2026, 00:50

4 minutes to read

JPMorgan Launches Disney Inspire Visa Card—Boosting Premium Card Growth

JPMorgan’s Disney Inspire Visa Card offers Disney‑themed rewards but raises questions about its real value, fees and potential risks for investors and cardholders.

Marcus Thompson

04/02/2026, 23:51

3 minutes to read

Willis Towers Watson’s Q4 Earnings: Growth Boosts or Cost‑Cutting Fallback?

Willis Towers Watson’s Q4 earnings show strong consulting growth but weak insurance profits, cost‑cutting margins, and optimistic 2026 outlook, raising questions about long‑term value and social impact.

Marcus Thompson

04/02/2026, 20:41

4 minutes to read

Global Payments Faces Investor Split, Debt Rise Amid Bold Cross‑Border Moves

Explore how institutional investors and cross‑border deals shape Global Payments’ future – insights into strategy, debt, and market risks for smarter investing.

Marcus Thompson

04/02/2026, 17:32

4 minutes to read

National Bank of Canada Early Bond Redemption: What It Means for Investors, Ratings and the GDEF

National Bank of Canada’s early 2033 bond redemption, target‑price downgrade and GDEF shift: what it means for liquidity, risk and investor confidence.

Marcus Thompson

04/02/2026, 13:32

6 minutes to read

Banco Santander’s Rising NPLs & Leverage Decline: Is Analyst Optimism Misleading?

Discover why analysts are bullish on Banco Santander (SAN) despite growing NPLs, thin leverage and potential conflicts of interest—insightful data‑driven analysis.

Marcus Thompson

04/02/2026, 08:24

4 minutes to read

Legal & General’s £1.3 bn Meiji Yasuda Deal: Hidden Costs, Conflicts, and Investor Skepticism

Legal & General’s £1.3bn Meiji Yasuda real‑asset deal sparks questions over hidden costs, governance gaps and uncertain synergies.

Marcus Thompson

03/02/2026, 20:46

5 minutes to read

SoFi Q4 Earnings: What Analysts Predict vs. Real Financial Health

SoFi Technologies’ Q4 earnings preview: analysts predict a modest uptick, but forensic financials reveal fragile margins, rising expenses, and governance concerns that may temper gains.

Marcus Thompson

28/01/2026, 20:44

4 minutes to read

Investigation: Brendel & BCS Buy Chubb Shares—Why the Move Matters

Investigative analysis of Brendel and BCS’s simultaneous Chubb shares purchase – uncovering motives, conflict‑of‑interest risks, and market impact.

Marcus Thompson

28/01/2026, 19:05

4 minutes to read

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