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The latest performance report highlights significant variances across sectors, with PCB leading at 11.39% and consumer goods at 7.78%. In contrast, the automotive sector and telecoms show declines of -1.97% and -2.22%, respectively, while pharmaceuticals and energy face steep drops of -14.46% and -32.22%. In the banking sector, Commerzbank is rated positively, while Deutsche Bank is under observation due to high volatility. Year-to-date, Erste Group has surged by 60.3%, contrasting sharply with Sberbank's staggering -72.73% decline.
Ripple's MoneyTap has achieved significant adoption in Japan, with partnerships involving six regional banks, including Shinonome Shinkin Bank and Nagoya Bank, contributing to a $13 billion increase in international remittances. Launched by SBI Holdings, MoneyTap allows instant transactions via QR codes or phone numbers, and now serves millions of users across the country. Remarkably, Ripple has partnered with up to 80% of the Japanese banking industry, highlighting its growing influence in the financial sector.
Investors are increasingly bullish on US stocks, with a record 36% of respondents in Bank of America's December survey indicating an overweight position in equities, the highest in the survey's history. This shift coincides with a drop in cash allocation to 3.9% and a growing belief that the global economy will avoid a recession in 2025. Despite signs of persistent inflation, 33% of investors anticipate a "no landing" scenario, where growth remains strong without a significant decline in inflation.
Societe Generale has successfully executed the first blockchain-based repo transaction within the Eurosystem, collaborating with the Banque de France through its digital assets subsidiary, Forge. This transaction utilized tokenized bonds as collateral and involved the exchange of central bank digital currency (CBDC) as cash, showcasing the potential of CBDCs to enhance liquidity in digital financial securities. The Banque de France has been exploring CBDC applications since 2021, including cross-border projects and partnerships with major banks.
Matrixport forecasts Bitcoin could reach $160,000 by 2025, driven by institutional support and market maturation. The report highlights Bitcoin's integration into diversified portfolios and anticipates a critical adoption milestone, potentially surpassing 8% by 2025, which could lead to exponential growth. In a separate development, Société Générale executed a blockchain-based repo transaction with the Banque de France, marking the first such deal using digital securities and central bank digital currency, showcasing the potential of blockchain in enhancing liquidity in financial markets.
Chainlink (LINK) has surged over 20% in 24 hours, reaching $28, driven by major partnerships with Coinbase and SWIFT, and declining exchange balances as investors hold or stake their tokens. Analysts predict a potential rise to $100, contingent on breaking the $40 resistance level. With a 79.3% year-over-year increase, LINK's growth reflects strong market interest and institutional acceptance of blockchain technology.
Chainlink's price is currently at $22.65, down 17% from its monthly high, but analysts remain optimistic about a potential rise to $100, citing strong technical patterns and significant partnerships with major organizations like Coinbase and Swift. A cup and handle pattern suggests a target of $40 before reaching $100, contingent on surpassing its all-time high of $52.90, while a drop below $8.4 could invalidate the bullish outlook.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowered its price target for ASML from $1,207 to $1,148, maintaining an "overweight" rating, while UBS downgraded the stock from "buy" to "neutral." ASML has an average rating of "Moderate Buy" with a consensus target price of $943.83, as three analysts hold a "hold" rating, ten a "buy," and two a "strong buy." The company recently reported earnings of $5.80 per share, exceeding estimates, and announced a quarterly dividend of $1.407, reflecting a yield of 0.79%.
BNP Paribas SA has increased its corporate loan portfolio linked to a significant risk transfer to €17 billion ($18 billion), up from €14 billion. This marks the second boost in response to rising investor demand, following initial discussions for a portfolio between €8 billion and €12 billion.
Chainlink has made significant strides in bridging Traditional Finance (TradFi) and Decentralized Finance (DeFi), with co-founder Sergey Nazarov highlighting its evolution and partnerships that enable seamless, secure transactions across multiple chains. The platform has facilitated over $17 trillion in value and recently launched a pilot program with the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) to standardize net asset value data across blockchains. Analysts predict LINK could soar to between $200 and $800, requiring substantial growth from its current trading price of $24.9.
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