Duquesne Family Office’s Stanley Druckenmiller has revealed his latest move in the U.S. bond market. The billionaire investor who won millions in the past for Duquesne Capital does not believe that inflation will keep cooling down, and is consequently betting that a bond bust will eventually happen. Stanley Druckenmiller Makes a Short Bet Against Current…
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The government of Palau has taken a major step towards integrating blockchain technology into its economy with the launch of Palau Invest, a digital savings bond platform. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Japan, offers citizens a unique opportunity to invest in national infrastructure projects and boost economic growth. Palau Launches Blockchain-Based Savings Bonds The…
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UBS reported on Friday that U.S. stocks extended their rally as new economic data, including a 1% rise in July retail sales, eased concerns about a potential recession. Despite the encouraging consumer resilience, UBS cautioned that the risk of a significant economic slowdown remains, especially after weaker July jobs data. Investors are advised to wait…
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According to records, China has divested $53.3 billion in U.S. Treasury notes and agency bonds during the first quarter. Some analysts suggest this reduction in foreign exchange reserves might be China’s strategic move to leverage its holdings against the United States. China’s Treasury Holdings Drop Dramatically, Raising Red Flags for U.S. Markets China has significantly…
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Real-world asset tokenization as a concept has existed for some time. However, in 2023, with the growing interest of institutions, various governments have started experimenting with the idea. The Philippines Bureau of the Treasury announced it would offer 10 billion pesos ($179 million) of one-year tokenized treasury bonds for the first time after canceling the…
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In an environment of surging U.S. deficits and monetary easing, former Bitmex CEO Arthur Hayes delivered a critical review this week of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s fiscal and monetary strategies. Hayes highlighted the complexity and rise of bond yields and the role of bitcoin as a fiscal counterbalance. Hayes: ‘The Smartest Trade Is Going Long…
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The stars are lining up for Bitcoin price, but a few major price threats remain in play. Bitcoin (BTC) price surged by 26.5% in October and several indicators hit a one-year high, including the BTC futures premium and the Grayscale GBTC discount. For this reason, it’s challenging to present a bearish thesis for BTC as…
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In a comprehensive evaluation of global market dynamics, Bloomberg Intelligence analyst and Chartered Market Technician (CMT) Jamie Coutts has opined on the shifting sands of financial asset volatility. With bonds potentially falling out of favor and Bitcoin cementing its place as a debasement hedge, traditional portfolio models may be on the verge of a renaissance.…
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The monetary authority in Hong Kong released a report on its study Project Evergreen, which looked at the highs and lows of recent bond tokenization activity. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) released a report on Aug. 25 detailing the findings of its Project Evergreen study, which analyzed the market impact of bond tokenization. In…
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The New Development Bank (NDB), established by the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, has issued its first bonds denominated in South African rand (ZAR). The auction, which was closed on Tuesday, is part of the bank’s efforts to increase both fundraising and lending in local currencies. Development Bank Founded by BRICS Debuts South African Rand…
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