Explore the alarming rise in UK businesses facing financial distress and the systemic challenges they face. Meanwhile, the U.S. takes a bold step in digital finance with a new Executive Order aimed at leading the global digital asset economy. Plus, the implications of the U.S. exit from the Paris Agreement on climate finance and a spotlight on small-cap stocks with strong financial foundations. Stay informed with Simply Finance's in-depth analysis of these critical economic developments.

Sources:

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vmrpdrk4eo

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/01/fact-sheet-executive-order-to-establish-united-states-leadership-in-digital-financial-technology/

https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-exit-paris-agreement-makes-192108755.html

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/discovering-three-hidden-gems-strong-030340577.html

Outline:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:42) Historic jump in companies in critical financial distress

(00:03:35) Fact Sheet: Executive Order to Establish United States Leadership in Digital Financial Technology

(00:06:54) US exit from Paris Agreement makes it harder to meet climate finance targets

(00:10:03) Discovering Three Hidden Gems with Strong Financial Foundations