Distressed assets, structured solutions: bad loan securitization
Securitization is a financial process that transforms illiquid assets, such as loans or receivables, into marketable securities. While this practice is common for high-quality assets like residential mortgages and credit…
As Bitcoin soars, NFT projects fail to stay relevant
In the frenzied, often illogical world of digital assets, a familiar narrative is unfolding with a cruel twist. As Bitcoin, the steadfast patriarch of the crypto-verse, has not only recovered…
Demystifying tracker certificates: a modern investment tool
Investors are constantly seeking new ways to gain exposure to diverse assets, from traditional stocks to emerging cryptocurrencies. Among the myriad of investment tools, tracker certificates have emerged as a…
China’s tech giants ordered to halt Nvidia chip purchases
In a significant escalation of the global technology rivalry, China’s internet regulator has reportedly banned the country’s leading technology firms from purchasing AI chips from American giant Nvidia. The move,…
Gold price soars to record high amid rate cut bets
The price of gold has soared to a new record high, reaching $3,622.50 per troy ounce on Monday, as market expectations for a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut solidify.…
Navigating distressed assets: recovery notes
Investors and institutions are constantly seeking innovative ways to unlock value from unconventional sources. One such instrument gaining traction is the recovery note, a marketing term for a type of…
UK borrowing costs reach highest level since 1998
The UK’s long-term government borrowing costs have soared to their highest level since 1998, putting immense pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the autumn budget. The yield on 30-year…
Equity-linked notes: a hybrid investment solution
An equity-linked note (ELN) is a debt instrument whose return is tied to the performance of an underlying stock, basket of stocks, or stock index. ELNs are a type of…
Trump seeks to remove Federal Reserve governor in unprecedented move
US President Donald Trump has announced he is firing Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a dramatic escalation in his long-running campaign to exert greater control over the nation’s central bank.…
India’s economy outpaces projections with strong Q1 growth, report finds
India’s economy is showing remarkable resilience, with a new report from the State Bank of India (SBI) suggesting a strong start to the financial year. The bank’s research arm projects…