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Bitcoin Hits Record $97K Amid Trump Crypto Policy Speculations Bitcoin surged to a historic high of $97,000 on November 21, 2024, fueled by optimism around President-elect Donald Trump’s anticipated pro-cryptocurrency policies. Meanwhile, competing instruments such as gold and government bonds also saw price spikes, reflecting broader market movements amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Bitcoin’s Record […]

Crude Oil Prices Drop Amid Rising U.S. Inventories and Global Supply Pressures Crude oil prices fell on Wednesday, driven by increased U.S. crude and gasoline inventories and global supply pressures, including restored production in Norway and sluggish demand from China. Despite these bearish factors, geopolitical tensions and OPEC+ decisions remain key areas of focus for

Donald Trump’s Re-Election: Risks and Opportunities for Emerging Markets Donald Trump is back in the spotlight, and his policies could bring big changes to emerging markets (EMs). For everyday traders, this means fresh challenges — but also some golden opportunities. Let’s break it down and see where the risks lie and where the gains might

Alibaba’s $5 Billion Bond Issuance: Key Highlights Alibaba Group has unveiled plans to raise $5 billion through a dual-currency bond issuance, a move that underscores its intent to tap into global financial markets. This issuance aims to appeal to a diverse range of investors by splitting the bonds between U.S. dollars (USD) and offshore Chinese

Gold, Crude Oil, and Commodities: Risks and Market Trends   Gold Prices and Market Context Gold prices have demonstrated remarkable resilience, currently trading at $2,589 an ounce after peaking above $2,790 last month. Despite this recent pullback, analysts remain optimistic about gold’s long-term prospects, citing robust structural and cyclical drivers. Key factors such as central

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Raises Cash to $158 Billion   Massive Stock Sales Fuel Record Cash Reserves Berkshire Hathaway has increased its cash reserves to an unprecedented $158 billion this year. This surge was driven by significant stock sales, particularly in Q3, where the company sold $36 billion worth of stocks, including reductions in Apple

What New Traders Should Know About the U.S. CPI Report The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, a key measure of U.S. inflation trends, tracks how fast prices are rising for goods and services. It’s closely watched by traders because it impacts everything from stock market trends to interest rate decisions by the Federal Reserve. For

Crypto Market Capitalization hit $3.12 trillion, nearing France’s GDP The cryptocurrency market has surged to an all-time high of $3.12 trillion, a milestone that positions it close to France’s GDP and ranks it as the world’s eighth-largest “economy” if it were a country. This explosive growth, driven largely by Bitcoin, is rippling across global financial

Bitcoin Hits $81,000 Amid Hopes for Crypto-Friendly Regulations   Bitcoin Climbs Above $81,000 Amid Expectations of Favorable Crypto Regulation Bitcoin has reached a significant milestone, surpassing $81,000 as markets respond to Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential election victory and the possibility of crypto-friendly regulatory changes. Trump’s pro-crypto rhetoric and campaign promises have sparked optimism in the

Fed Lowers Rates Amid Labor Market Slowdown and Elevated Inflation   The Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision sheds light on economic and inflation trends, with key updates on rate cuts, labor market conditions, and inflation progress.   Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) Rate Cut  The FOMC unanimously voted to lower the benchmark interest rate