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Bond Market Volatility Peaks While Bitcoin and Stocks Remain Stable
Bond market volatility has peaked since March, while Bitcoin and stocks demonstrate stability amid rising energy prices and inflation concerns.
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Market Anticipates Four Fed Rate Hikes by June 2027 as Bitcoin Dips Below $83,000
Traders anticipate four Fed rate hikes by June 2027 as Bitcoin dips below $83,000, amidst rising U.S. Treasury yields and a strong dollar.
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Trump Administration Considers Global Stablecoin Initiative to Strengthen Dollar
The Trump administration is exploring a global push for USD-backed stablecoins to reinforce the dollar's status as a reserve currency.
Mercation Admin2 min - Macro
Bernstein Revises Prediction Markets Forecast to $10 Trillion by 2035
Bernstein has upgraded its prediction market forecast to $10 trillion by 2035, indicating significant growth in financial asset contracts.
Mercation Admin2 min - Macro
U.S. Treasury Official Highlights Dollar Stablecoins' Role
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasizes the key role of dollar-pegged stablecoins in maintaining the dollar's global dominance.
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European Central Bank to Invest in Tokenized Bonds
The ECB is initiating investments in tokenized bonds using its new platform, Pontes, integrating blockchain into its financial operations.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Defends Dollar Dominance and U.S. Economic Strength
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defends the U.S. dollar's dominance and economic resilience, addressing concerns over rising debt yields.
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Bank of Japan Raises Interest Rate to Highest Level in 31 Years
The Bank of Japan has raised its key interest rate to 1.25%, the highest since 1995, in response to rising inflation pressures.
Mercation Admin2 min - Macro
Bank of Japan Increases Interest Rates; Bitcoin Surpasses $77,000
The Bank of Japan raised interest rates to 1.25%, the highest in 30 years, causing the yen to weaken and Bitcoin's price to surge above $77,000.
Mercation Admin1 min - Macro
Bank of England Holds Interest Rate Steady at 3.75% for Sixth Time
The Bank of England holds its interest rate at 3.75% for the sixth time, amid rising inflation and energy price fluctuations.
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U.S. Diesel Prices Reach All-Time High Amid Bitcoin and Gold Declines
U.S. diesel prices have surged to a record $6.29 per gallon, raising inflation concerns, while Bitcoin and gold market values face pressure.
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Federal Reserve Raises Key Rate for First Time in 2023, Bitcoin Sees Minor Gain
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate for the first time in 2023, while Bitcoin experienced a slight gain in response.
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