In August, a new law came into effect in Germany allowing special funds to invest up to 20% of their assets in BTC. German asset management company Union Investment, which oversees assets worth $500 billion, plans to convert a small percentage of its managed funds into Bitcoin (BTC)....

... The bank maintains an impressive return on equity at around 23–24%. For 1H2025, ROE stood at 23.7%, only slightly differing from last year’s level, remaining one of the best indicators in the banking sector. This high profitability demonstrates effective utilization of capital and the ability to generate substantial returns on shareholders' investments. Together with a sufficient capital buffer, this allows the bank to simultaneously support growth and provide generous dividends . Dynamics ...

In July 2023, Bitcoin miners’ revenue reached a record high after the recent halving, attracting the attention of leading analytical agencies, including JPMorgan. The halving effect, which involves a reduction in the reward for mining new blocks, increased the overall profitability of miners, evidenced by a rise in hashrate and changing mining difficulty. This article will delve into how the halving affects miner profitability,...

... Since CME conducts expirations under strict supervision and clearing, its data is widely used by investors as a benchmark for evaluating the overall balance of supply and demand for cryptocurrencies. Volatility Around Expirations and the “Max Pain” Effect Significant expirations traditionally accompany surges in trading activity and can influence short-term price volatility. In the lead-up to the August expirations, volatility indicators remain relatively subdued. According to Deribit, the implied ...

... month. The dynamics of CPI directly affect expectations regarding future actions by the Federal Reserve. An acceleration in inflation increases the likelihood of continued rate hikes, while a slowdown in price growth may support markets, confirming the effectiveness of already implemented measures by the regulator. 19:00 (USA) – EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook: The US Department of Energy will present updated forecasts for oil and gas markets. The report reflects expectations for shale oil production,...