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12 June 2026
AI Ecosystem Explained
From chips to cybersecurity, this post gives a breakdown of the seven layers powering the AI economy.
12 February 2026
Financial Modelling with Claude
A lot has changed since we first wrote about using Claude for financial modelling. Back then, it was a clever chatbot you could paste formulas into. Now it lives inside your spreadsheet. Here's what that means for your workflow.
30 July 2025
Visualise Your Model: Introducing the Formula Map Tool
The Formula Map Tool gives you a powerful visual overview of your Excel model. Instantly spot formulas, hardcodes, and complexity, making auditing, reviewing, and explaining your model faster and easier than ever.
27 February 2025
Revolutionize Your Financial Models: Introducing the Grey Beards Excel Workbook Performance Analyzer
In the world of financial modelling, time is money. Whether you're racing to prepare for a client meeting, finalizing quarterly projections, or updating valuation models, nothing derails productivity like a sluggish Excel workbook.
17 February 2025
Python for Excel: Supercharging Financial Modelling
The integration of Python into Excel is a game-changer. Financial modellers can now combine the intuitiveness of Excel with the power of Python, making models more robust, scalable, and insightful.
16 February 2025
Essential Tools for Financial Modelling Success
My latest must-have products that can transform your financial modelling experience.
17 January 2025
How Your Workspace Design Impacts Performance: The Psychology of Professional Environments
As we enter 2025, the optimization of professional workspaces becomes increasingly important. These wallpapers represent a thoughtful step toward creating an environment that supports peak financial performance.
14 January 2025
5 Key Trends Shaping Project Finance in 2025
In 2025, the industry is undergoing significant changes driven by global trends and technological advancements. Here are the five key trends reshaping project finance.
6 January 2025
Using Claude AI to Supercharge Your Excel Financial Modelling
As financial modellers, we're always looking for ways to streamline our workflow and reduce errors in our models. Enter Claude, an AI assistant that's proving to be a game-changer for Excel-based financial modelling.