The Federal Reserve may need to raise interest rates further to cool down the US economy and bring inflation under control, according to a senior Fed official.
Bridging the Divide: Understanding Equity-Linked Notes
Equity-Linked Notes (ELNs) are a type of structured product that combines characteristics of both a bond and an equity investment. They offer investors exposure to the performance of an underlying stock, basket of stocks, or an equity index, while providing a principal protection feature or a defined payout at maturity. ELNs are essentially debt instruments whose final payout is directly tied to the performance of the specified equity or equity portfolio.This hybrid nature makes them appealing to investors seeking potential equity-like returns with a degree of risk mitigation. How ELNs Work An ELN is typically issued by a financial institution and has a fixed maturity date. At the time of investment, an investor buys a note at a set price.…
China’s Export Growth Slows Amid U.S. Trade Tensions and Fading “Frontloading”
China’s economic recovery has hit a bump, with official data…
Recovery Notes: Turning Bad Debt into a Potential Payday
Recovery notes are debt securities where the underlying asset is…
The Algorithmic Renaissance: AI, Crypto, and the Democratization of Trading
By Dr. Anna Zhang, Alpenfort Future Technologies Fund Algorithmic trading,…
Bridging the Divide: Understanding Equity-Linked Notes
Equity-Linked Notes (ELNs) are a type of structured product that…
Trump Says He Is Firing Federal Reserve Governor, in Latest Escalation Against Central Bank
US President Donald Trump has announced he is firing Federal…
A Single BRICS Currency is Destined to Fail
The BRICS nations of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa have been meeting in Johannesburg this week to discuss their future cooperation and role […]
Schwab Capitalizes on Higher Yields with a $2.5 Billion Bond Issue
Charles Schwab Corp. has announced plans to raise up to $2.5 billion through a debt offering, capitalizing on a recent surge in investor interest towards higher yields in the corporate bond market.
BA Owner Raises Profit Forecast as Travel Demand Rebounds
IAG reports a strong rebound in travel demand, reaching 97% of pre-pandemic capacity and expecting higher profit for the year.
Ghana, Kyrgyzstan, and Uruguay Emerge as Unexpected Financial Hubs
Once overlooked, these three countries are now drawing global attention to their growing markets and unique investment opportunities.
US Job Creation Robust Despite Banking Crisis
Despite a banking crisis that threatens the global economy, the US added 253,000 jobs in April and lowered its unemployment rate.
Month of Mayhem: What’s Behind the Recent Bank Collapses?
The banking sector witnessed a series of high profile collapses. How did four banks fail in quick succession and what are the effects?
First Republic Bank Faces Possible Government Takeover
First Republic Bank faces mounting losses from the commercial real estate sector, causing concern as it scrambles to avoid a government takeover.
Fox News Settles Lawsuit Over Election Fraud Claims
Fox News settles a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems for $788 million, one of the largest settlements ever paid by a media company.
How a Classic Brand Lost Its Way in the Digital Age
Tupperware is a household name that evokes nostalgia and trust for many people. The plastic containers with the patented “burping seal” were invented by Earl […]