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In a move that has fundamentally reshaped the landscape of global finance, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) concluded its final policy meeting of 2025 on December 19th by raising its benchmark interest rate to 0.75%. This decision marks the highest borrowing cost in Japan since 1995 and signals the

As of December 19, 2025, the era of American exceptionalism in fixed-income markets is facing its sternest test in decades. For years, the global financial narrative was dictated almost exclusively by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with investors hanging on every word from Washington. However, a "great convergence" is now

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global financial system, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) announced a significant interest rate hike on December 19, 2025, effectively signaling the end of the ultra-loose monetary policy that has defined the Japanese economy for decades. The decision to raise the short-term

In a definitive break from three decades of ultra-loose monetary policy, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) concluded its final meeting of 2025 by raising its benchmark interest rate to its highest level since the mid-1990s. On December 19, 2025, the central bank’s Policy Board voted unanimously to lift the

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The financial markets are abuzz following the Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut interest rates, a move widely interpreted as an attempt to inject new vigor into the economy. This policy shift immediately reduces the cost of borrowing for corporations, a critical factor influencing decisions on new investments and hiring.

Japan's Softbank Group Corp. (OTC: SFTBY) is reportedly in talks with major U.S. investment banks regarding an initial public offering for its payments platform, PayPay.

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. has launched an AI CEO powered by ChatGPT to provide guidance to employees. Similar moves by other banks showcase the growing trend of AI in the financial industry.

There's been a shift from large banks to large tech companies dominating the market.

A weaker dollar and rate cut expectations continue to fuel interest in international value plays—these three under-$10 stocks could benefit

Several large-cap stocks, mainly in technology, saw significant declines this week due to macro and supply chain uncertainties. Are they in your portfolio?

Cathie Wood has quietly built a large position in fintech darling SoFi Technologies.

Shares of SoFi fell yesterday after the company reported earnings.