Carlo Agostinelli has departed from Ghisallo Capital Management in Hong Kong after just over a year, following his role as a managing director and responsible officer for the firm's regulatory license. Previously co-head of UBS Group AG’s Asia equity capital markets syndicate, Agostinelli joined Ghisallo in October 2023 as the firm expanded its presence in a challenging financial landscape. Ghisallo, which oversees $3.4 billion, has recently attracted talent from major banks amid a shifting market environment.
Carlo Agostinelli has departed from Ghisallo Capital Management in Hong Kong after just over a year, following the loss of his regulatory license. Previously co-head of UBS Group AG’s Asia equity capital markets syndicate, he joined Ghisallo as it sought to expand in a challenging financial environment. The firm, which manages $3.4 billion, has recently seen new entrants in the market amid ongoing changes in the region's financial landscape.
Dogecoin's trading volume surged over 57% to exceed $6.5 billion in the last 24 hours, coinciding with liquidations surpassing $31 million, primarily in long positions. This volatility follows a bearish sentiment triggered by Jerome Powell's speech regarding the US Federal Reserve's rate policies, impacting risk assets like Dogecoin. Analysts suggest that while the current dip may prompt selling, a recovery is anticipated, contingent on Bitcoin's performance.
Dow Jones futures fell modestly after a Trump-backed bill to avoid a government shutdown failed, leading to a mixed close for major indexes. FedEx reported earnings that beat expectations but provided light guidance, while Nike's results were better than feared but also included weak guidance. Treasury yields continued to rise, posing challenges for the stock market rally, which struggled to maintain gains.
Solana (SOL) remains a significant player in the cryptocurrency market, known for its scalability and transaction speed, but faces competition from emerging projects like Lightchain AI (LCAI), which offers AI-focused technology at a low presale price of $0.003. Investors are weighing options to buy, hold, or sell SOL, with potential price support at $211 and $220, while LCAI's innovative features and deflationary tokenomics could lead to substantial growth, potentially reaching $1–$3 by 2025.
Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) is poised for a critical ruling from a Russian court regarding a multi-billion dollar legal dispute, impacting its status as the largest western bank in Russia. The bank's shares closed at EUR 19.56 on December 19, reflecting a 0.64% decline, despite a positive monthly performance of 7.14%. With a market capitalization of EUR 6.4 billion and a dividend of EUR 1.25 for 2024, RBI remains a significant player in the European banking sector.
Dogecoin (DOGE) has experienced a significant decline, losing over 25% of its value in just 36 hours, dropping to a 5-week low of $0.31. Analysts warn that it may test key support levels around $0.22, with potential rebounds targeting $0.40894 and $0.65557, indicating a possible 165% increase if recovery occurs. Investors are advised to monitor the situation closely as volatility remains high in the crypto market.
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev discusses the company's rapid growth in the crypto sector, driven by events like election night and the popularity of assets like Dogecoin. He highlights the strategic embrace of stablecoins, staking, and prediction markets, while addressing regulatory changes and the potential of blockchain technology to reduce costs for investors. Tenev also shares insights on how stablecoins can protect wealth amid economic instability.
Jerome Powell, chair of the US Federal Reserve, ruled out the possibility of the Fed holding Bitcoin, citing legal restrictions under the Federal Reserve Act. His comments led to a 5.7% drop in Bitcoin's price, reflecting market concerns amid ongoing discussions about Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset, particularly following Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance and proposals from policymakers like Senator Cynthia Lummis. The broader cryptocurrency market also suffered losses, with Ethereum and Solana dropping significantly.
Marathon Digital Holdings and Hut 8 have made significant investments in Bitcoin, purchasing over 16,000 BTC for $1.6 billion during a market dip. Marathon acquired 15,574 BTC for approximately $1.53 billion, increasing its total holdings to 44,394 BTC, while Hut 8 bought 990 BTC for $100 million, raising its reserves to 10,096 BTC. These moves follow a sharp decline in Bitcoin's value, which dropped over 5% due to a US Federal Reserve rate adjustment.
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