INTEREST RATES
XMPT Set to Benefit as Federal Reserve Considers Rate Cuts
As the Federal Reserve shifts towards rate cuts, XMPT may see enhanced income and total return potential, according to VanEck.
Long-Duration Municipal Bonds Emerge as Attractive Option Amid Rate Changes
Long-duration municipal bonds are gaining attention due to their competitive tax-exempt yields, surpassing Treasuries and some riskier fixed income assets in the current economic climate.
Latin America's Macro Crossroads: From Crisis Hangover to Nearshoring, Rate Cuts, and New Risks
Latin America is projected to grow 2% in 2024, driven by recovery in Argentina and Brazil. Inflation is down, with potential rate cuts ahead, but risks remain high.
Global Economy on Thin Ice: Slow Growth, High Uncertainty, Fragile Confidence
Global growth is slowing, with GDP forecasted to drop from low 3% to low 2% amid rising policy uncertainty and high inflation, leaving the economy fragile and cautious.
Bitcoin (BTC) Surges $2K as FOMC Meeting Approaches: Is a Rally on the Horizon?
Bitcoin gains $2,000 in 24 hours, reaching $112,892, as markets anticipate a Federal Reserve rate cut. Explore BTC's potential rally and market implications.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Sets 4% Interest Rate for Silver Bond Series 2025
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced a 4% interest rate for the sixth interest payment of the Silver Bond Series due 2025, surpassing the floating rate.
Floating Rate Instruments Gain Traction Amid Economic Uncertainty
As interest rates remain volatile, floating rate notes (FRNs) and collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) emerge as attractive options for income while mitigating rate risk.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Sets 3.50% Interest Rate for 2027 Retail Infrastructure Bonds
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has determined a 3.50% per annum interest rate for the first payment on 2027 retail infrastructure bonds, prioritizing the fixed rate over the floating rate.
HKMA Reports Slight Increase in Composite Interest Rate for December 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced a rise in the composite interest rate to 2.24% by December 2024, reflecting increased weighted funding costs for deposits.
Why SMID-Cap Stocks Might Thrive in a Declining Rate Environment
Explore the potential advantages of investing in small- and mid-cap stocks during periods of declining interest rates, as highlighted by VanEck's insights.
Bitcoin (BTC) Faces Potential Volatility as Interest Rate Cut Looms
Bitcoin (BTC) may see increased volatility with a potential 25 basis point rate cut by the Fed, according to Bitfinex Alpha.
Impact of US Interest Rate Cuts on Bitcoin (BTC) Analyzed in Latest Bitfinex Alpha Report
Bitfinex Alpha report examines how upcoming US interest rate decisions could affect Bitcoin's (BTC) short-term volatility and long-term trends.
Bitcoin (BTC) Faces Volatility as US Interest Rate Decisions Loom
Bitcoin's (BTC) price may experience significant changes as the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions approach, according to Bitfinex Alpha.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Reports Slight Increase in Composite Interest Rate for June 2024
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced a minor rise in the composite interest rate to 2.62% at the end of June 2024, reflecting higher deposit costs.
HKMA Reports Decrease in Composite Interest Rate for May 2024
Hong Kong Monetary Authority announces a 4 basis point decrease in the composite interest rate for May 2024, reflecting lower weighted funding costs.
