The world cup is around the corner!

The summer is almost upon us and most bankers are starting to plan their after-work activities around the World Cup that is starting in Germany in under a fortnight.

You may ask yourself, why is this important? The answers to this question are limitless but a few of the main ones that spring to mind are: 1) The financial markets are highly influenced but physiological factors and the happier and more relaxed the participants, the better it is for the markets 2) Recreational activities, such as spending time with them mates/guys, helps maintain a well-rounded life 3) It helps team-building, when you watch a game with colleagues, a bond is strengthened and working with that person becomes easier 4) it’s good to talk about something other than work for a change… to name but a few.

This post deviates slightly from the rest as it focuses on the social aspect more rather than the financial. As stated in the first post on this blog, this will happen every now and then.

By the way… since we are on the topic. My predictions are as follows:
Brazil will not retail its title.
Germany (hosts) will not win it either.
That leaves us with France, Spain, Italy, Holland, Argentina and England as the remaining favourites and the winner should come from one of these. I would predict that Argentina, France and Spain would have better chances than the others.
The dark horses would have to be: Sweden (as always), Portugal, Czech Rep., Ghana and Croatia and I would say that the order I have placed them in is not coincidental.

Until next time… enjoy the weekend!