Chart of the week: bitcoin in Wonderland?
Since the news broke that Donald Trump will once again become President of the United States, bitcoin has been impossible to ignore. Not only because of its record-high prices but also because bitcoin’s acceptance as an investment class and alternative form of “value” appears to be accelerating.
A tale of two markets
On a recent trip to China and India, we were struck by the stark contrast between the two economies. In Hong Kong, Chinese investors voiced concerns about slowing growth and rising debt, while in Delhi, Indian investors were upbeat, driven by the country’s booming economy and growing capital markets.
Could there be truth to the Bitcoin-hype after all?
Bitcoin’s dreamers are closer than ever to their 100,000 dollar milestone. With America’s debt crisis looming, could crypto speculation turn into strategic reality?
Morningstar: bond investors uneasy after Trump's re-election
Donald Trump’s comeback in American politics is a reality. With a strong mandate from voters and a Republican-controlled Congress, he now has more leeway than in his previous term. Bond investors have reacted cautiously to last week’s election outcome.
SKAGEN m2: More gain, less pain for global listed real estate?
With many property markets improving and delivering positive returns in 2024, investors are increasingly hopeful that global real estate has finally turned a corner.
Is Euronext realizing Draghi's dreams?
Two months after Mario Draghi urged the creation of a unified European capital market, stock exchange operator Euronext has announced future plans that will likely be music to the former ECB chief’s ears.
NATO’s top admiral urges EIB to boost European defence funding
NATO’s top military commander, admiral Rob Bauer, has urged the European Investment Bank (EIB) to expand its support for the defence sector, pointing out that the EIB’s current restrictions limit Europe’s security capabilities at a critical time.
Transfer Thursday: Pisani succeeds Brender at Candriam
This week’s overview of transfers and appointments in the fund and asset management community in and outside Luxembourg includes updates from Quintet Luxembourg, Candriam and Zedra Group.
Trump orders Musk, Ramaswamy to cut federal fat
In a move set to shake the corridors of Washington, president-elect Donald Trump has appointed Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new “Department of Government Efficiency,” or DOGE.
Luxembourg innovators bring wine and e-signing to Web Summit
Luxembourg startups Vinesia and Ignisign this week head to Lisbon’s Web Summit, showcasing innovative solutions in fine wine investment and secure e-signatures amid Europe’s bustling tech scene.