JPMorgan’s Bold Call: Why Carry Trades May Be Facing Their Final Days

A new JPMorgan report warns that carry trades are losing effectiveness as global interest rates decline, urging investors to be more selective with currency risks. The Japanese yen has lost appeal after unexpected rate hikes, while the Swiss franc carries potential bullish risks. JPMorgan suggests rethinking strategies as carry trade returns are expected to diminish … Read more

A New Fed Working Paper Aims to Rein in Bitcoin With Taxes or Prohibition—Here’s Why It’s Flawed

In a working paper, Amol Amol and Erzo G.J. Luttmer from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis argue that prohibiting bitcoin or imposing specific taxes could help governments implement permanent primary deficits effectively. Their research explores the impact of bitcoin on fiscal policies and offers potential solutions. The Case Against Bitcoin: The Minneapolis Federal Reserve’s … Read more