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Cboe set to launch first cash-settled options related to spot Bitcoin

Cboe set to launch first cash-settled options related to spot Bitcoin

Key Takeaways Cboe’s new Bitcoin ETF index options launch December 2, offering cash settlement and European-style exercise. The Cboe Bitcoin US ETF Index tracks the performance of US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs and offers exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements. Share this article Cboe Global Markets has announced plans to introduce the first cash-settled index options tied […]
Cincinnati Financial Corp. (CINF) Dividend Stock Analysis

Cincinnati Financial Corp. (CINF) Dividend Stock Analysis

Image Source: Pixabay  Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Cincinnati Financial Corp. (CINF). Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis:Company Description: Cincinnati Financial Corp. is an insurance holding company that primarily markets property and casualty coverage. It also conducts life insurance and asset management operations.Fair Value: In calculating fair value, I consider the NPV MMA Differential […]
US Continuing Jobless Claims Rise To 3-Year High. Time To Worry?

US Continuing Jobless Claims Rise To 3-Year High. Time To Worry?

The ongoing rise in continuing claims looks worrisome, but initial claims are telling a considerably more upbeat story. Which one’s the better measure? The positive spin via initial claims is probably the superior metric for assessing the near-term outlook for payrolls and, by extension, the economy. But let’s dig into this view for some perspective before signing off on […]
Amazon doubles down on Anthropic with $4 billion investment

Amazon doubles down on Anthropic with $4 billion investment

Key Takeaways Amazon has increased its investment in Anthropic, committing an additional $4 billion. AWS has been named the primary training partner for Anthropic’s foundation models. Share this article Amazon has announced an additional $4 billion investment in Anthropic, the AI startup known for its Claude chatbot and advanced AI models.This latest funding brings Amazon’s […]
Sensex Today Rallies 1,961 Points; Nifty Above 23,900

Sensex Today Rallies 1,961 Points; Nifty Above 23,900

After opening the day higher, Indian benchmark indices remained positive as the session progressed and ended the day on firm footing.Domestic benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty edged higher on Friday (22 November) led by index heavyweights. The BSE Sensex zoomed 2,062 points or 2.6% and recorded an intraday high at 79,218.19. While the NSE Nifty […]
German Economy Avoids Summer Recession, But A Winter Recession Is Looming

German Economy Avoids Summer Recession, But A Winter Recession Is Looming

Image source: Pixabay  The German economy grew by a meager 0.1% quarter-on-quarter in the third quarter, just avoiding an official technical recession. However, the latest developments suggest that a winter recession is still looming.The positive surprise just got less positive. The second estimate of German GDP growth in the third quarter showed that the economy only […]
Coinbase eyes more meme coin listings under Trump administration, says Coinbase executive

Coinbase eyes more meme coin listings under Trump administration, says Coinbase executive

Key Takeaways Coinbase plans to expand token listings, including memecoins, under a more favorable regulatory environment expected with Trump’s administration. The exchange is diversifying its revenue streams beyond trading to include staking and stablecoin revenue. Share this article Coinbase is looking to add support for more smaller tokens, including meme coins, as the company anticipates […]
USD/CHF Price Forecast: Resumes Uptrend After Pullback

USD/CHF Price Forecast: Resumes Uptrend After Pullback

USD/CHF is resuming its dominant uptrend after a short correction.  The short and medium-term trends are bullish indicating odds favor a continuation higher.  USD/CHF is striking higher again after a brief pullback from overbought levels. It is surging on Friday as it thrusts up towards the next key targets at 0.9000 – a whole-number psychological […]
Hungarian Wage Growth Moderates But Remains Strong

Hungarian Wage Growth Moderates But Remains Strong

Image Source: Pexels  Average wage growth in Hungary decelerated in September, mainly due to a slowdown in the corporate and non-profit sectors. However, the strong momentum hasn’t yet been reflected in economic output.According to the latest data from the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (HSCO), average gross wages grew by 12.5% year-on-year in September 2024 after a slight […]
Easing Into The Weekend

Easing Into The Weekend

Image Source: Unsplash  After an eventful month and week, markets are looking to slide into the weekend on a quiet note as US equity futures are little changed on either side of the flatline. Despite a weak batch of flash manufacturing PMI reports from Asia and Europe, global equities are closing off the week on a […]