... U.S. inflation and labor market data, and the EIA natural gas inventory report. We also delve into corporate earnings from Broadcom, Costco, and RH, offering insights into the technology and retail sectors. Explore how these developments could shape financial markets in Europe, the U.S., and beyond, with actionable insights for investors. Thursday, December 12, 2024: Analysis of Key Events and Reports Macroeconomic Events 16:00 (MSK): Russia – Trade Balance for October Russia’s trade balance will reveal the difference between exports and imports. This data provides insights into the country's external economic activity, which has broader ...

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... could withstand significant outflows. An example is May 2022: at that time, over $10 billion USDT was redeemed in a short period, and Tether demonstrated its solvency. Nonetheless, the risk of a bank run cannot be entirely excluded—a combination of financial and psychological attacks on the system. Investors need to monitor Tether's regular reports: a rise in the proportion of less liquid assets or a decline in surplus capital may signal an increased risk. 3. Legal Issues and Legal Threats. Tether and its associated exchange, Bitfinex, have repeatedly found themselves at the center of legal ...

... Challenges for the Financial System In today's financial world, tokenization—creating digital tokens representing rights to physical assets, money, or securities—is gaining momentum. The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) recently released a report examining the prospects of tokenization and its potential impacts on the global financial system. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of tokenization, its main applications, and the key challenges to consider for effective regulation and integration into financial systems. What is Tokenization, and Why Does it Matter? Tokenization ...