Blockchain Bill IV ‘major push’ for future capital market infrastructure
In light of the recent blockchain law proposal, founder and CEO of Moniflo, Georges Bock, shares his views on the potential of distributed ledger technology (DLT) in transforming capital market infrastructure.
Private Equity in an ETF? BlackRock's ambitious push faces skepticism
Private equity, long reserved for the wealthy, could soon be available to everyday investors through ETFs. But experts are raising concerns about whether this innovation is truly viable and beneficial.
Cellar Investment Partners launches new wine fund via Luxembourg
Cellar Investment Partners is introducing a new investment fund that focuses on the wine market. The fund was registered in Luxembourg last month.
Japan's investment appeal remains strong despite recent turmoil
Japan, once a global leader in technology and innovation during the 1980s and 1990s, has faced relative stagnation in recent decades. Nevertheless, the country still offers untapped potential for growth investors, according to Donald Farquharson, Japan specialist at Baillie Gifford.
Chart of the week: The great rebalancing
Government bonds have long enjoyed a special place in investors’ portfolios. Often seen as a cornerstone of stability, their appeal as a safe haven is rarely questioned.
Trump seeks more control over interest rates if re-elected
If Donald Trump is re-elected as President, he plans to have more control over U.S. monetary policy, not just relying on Federal Reserve officials who follow his direction. This idea has raised concerns among experts, including Sylvester Eijffinger, a former advisor to the Fed, who calls it “a disastrous plan.”
Fund radar: China’s once-glowing equities dimmed by economic turmoil
Leading up to 2020, Chinese equities dominated emerging markets, reaching nearly 40 percent of the index. However, the pandemic, government crackdowns, and economic slowdown have since halved their share.
No environment for the faint-hearted
Investors need strong nerves in 2024, but institutional investors are staying calm, according to the latest analysis at Universal Investment.
Yen carry trades: The last source of free money is drying up
After a turbulent period for Japan’s markets, marked by a sharp drop in the Nikkei and a significant surge in the yen, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) finds itself at a critical juncture.
Energy transition ushers in biggest bull market ever
In a time when the world is facing unprecedented changes in the energy landscape, geopolitical forces are crucial for understanding the current and future energy markets.