A new regulatory framework from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to bring much-needed clarity to the digital asset space. This development is seen as a crucial step in formalising how crypto assets are classified and traded, potentially…
Taiwanese consumers are growing more cautious about spending and the economic outlook, even as official forecasts predict the strongest GDP growth in decades. Concerns over inflation and financial market volatility are dampening sentiment.
China has debuted offshore trading of government bond futures in Hong Kong, marking a strategic move to encourage broader international use of the yuan. This initiative aims to draw non-Western capital by offering stability and enhanced hedging options.
Asian stock markets experienced a significant rally following the US Treasury’s announcement to increase long-term bond issuance, a move designed to alleviate concerns over surging borrowing costs and provide stability to global financial markets.
New data spanning two decades from India reveals that while 100% equity portfolios deliver higher absolute returns, a balanced 50:50 equity and fixed income mix provides superior risk-adjusted performance, offering more stable gains for investors.
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