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On December 10, 2025 , the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) , led by Fed Chair Jerome Powell , delivered a widely anticipated decision — cutting the U.S. federal funds rate by 25 basis points , bringing the target range to 3.50%–3.75% . This move marked the third rate cut of the year , reflecting ongoing concerns about slowing economic growth, softer labor market data, and inflation that remains above long-term targets despite easing pressures. But alongside the rate deci

In a newly published column for The Economist , BlackRock’s top leadership — Larry Fink (CEO) and Rob Goldstein (COO) — articulated a bold vision for the future of global finance. Once dismissed as speculative noise of the crypto boom, blockchain-based tokenization is now being championed as “the next major evolution in market infrastructure.” This shift, they argue, could fundamentally remake how assets are owned, managed, and settled worldwide. What Does “Tokenization” Mean

Photo Credit: The charred buildings of Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Hong Kong, November 28, 2025. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu The devastating No. 5 alarm fire that swept through Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po has shaken Hong Kong to its core. What began as an ordinary afternoon on November 26 became one of the most tragic residential fires in the city’s recent history, claiming lives, displacing hundreds, and exposing critical vulnerabilities in building-safety practices. As the commun

The U.S. Federal Reserve has delivered its second interest-rate cut of the year , lowering the benchmark rate by 25 basis points to a range of 3.75%–4.00% . This move reflects the Fed’s intent to sustain economic growth amid slowing job creation and easing inflationary pressures. Although markets largely expected the cut, Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that further easing is not guaranteed , as policymakers remain cautious about reigniting inflation. For investors in Hong Kon

Global markets are once again turning their eyes to Washington as the U.S. Federal Reserve prepares for its second anticipated rate cut  in just a few months. Economists expect the Fed to trim another 25 basis points  from its benchmark rate next week, signaling a continued effort to stimulate economic growth amid easing inflation and slowing labor data. But what does this potential move really mean for investors in Hong Kong — and how can one position wisely as the monetary

As Bitcoin reaches new all-time highs, the conversation around digital assets is no longer confined to Wall Street or Silicon Valley....

Bitcoin, the world’s first and largest cryptocurrency, has once again captured global headlines after reaching a new all-time high on...

Few technologies in recent decades have generated as much discussion — and disruption — as blockchain . While it is often associated with...

In the world of investing, two concepts stand out as cornerstones of long-term wealth creation: positive cash flow  and the strategic use...

TL:DR The 25bps rate cut  is a pivotal move that opens the door for more easing, but it comes with trade-offs. For investors, it offers...

When the US Federal Reserve adjusts interest rates, the impact doesn’t stop at American borders. The world’s two largest Asian currencies...

The US Federal Reserve is once again at the center of investor attention as markets anticipate a potential shift toward interest rate...

The global real estate landscape is undergoing a transformation as investors adapt to changing interest rates, shifting capital flows,...

Public markets can often feel like a rollercoaster ride, swinging up and down with every earnings report, policy announcement, or...

Global investors are watching closely as the Hong Kong and US public markets move in opposite directions. On one side, Wall Street has...