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ew zealand solar company solarzero enters liquidation amid financial struggles
SolarZero, a New Zealand solar panel installation company backed by BlackRock Inc., has entered liquidation due to unsustainable losses and liquidity issues. The company has ceased operations and requested that senior lenders appoint a replacement service provider to maintain customer services while a liquidator is appointed.
the mixed impact of ai on hedge funds and investor skepticism
Hedge funds and family offices are increasingly adopting AI to enhance portfolio management and operational efficiency, with 86% of managers utilizing generative AI tools. However, skepticism is rising regarding AI's transformative potential, as evidenced by Goldman Sachs questioning the substantial investments in AI without clear returns. The Eurekahedge AI Hedge Fund Index has underperformed the S&P 500, raising concerns about the real-world effectiveness of AI in hedge fund strategies.
elevance health emerges as a top investment in recovering healthcare sector
Elevance Health, Inc. (ELV) is highlighted as an attractive investment in the oversold healthcare sector, which is expected to thrive in 2024. With national healthcare spending projected to reach $4.8 trillion and a significant increase in AI investments, the industry is poised for recovery despite challenges in 2023. Financial experts predict improved earnings and a favorable risk-reward environment for investors.
wall street embraces bitcoin with new trading options and record inflows
Wall Street is transforming bitcoin trading with new financial products, including spot bitcoin ETFs and options, enhancing liquidity and allowing for leveraged bets. The U.S. spot bitcoin funds have amassed over $100 billion, with record inflows following interest rate cuts. As trading activity surges, investor confidence in bitcoin's long-term growth potential is evident, despite the market's inherent volatility.
ubs asset management hires rory tobin to enhance etf expertise
UBS Asset Management has appointed ETF expert Rory Tobin as a senior advisor to enhance its global ETF and indexing capabilities, aiming to solidify its position among the top five ETF providers in the EMEA region. With 35 years of industry experience, Tobin previously led the ETF business at State Street Global Advisors and held senior roles at Barclays and BlackRock. He will report to Aleksandar Ivanovic, President of UBS Asset Management, and collaborate with the team to drive expansion in key markets worldwide.
dell technologies leads in all flash storage demand according to survey
Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE: DELL) has outperformed competitors in all-flash storage demand, with a recent UBS survey indicating that 71% of IT executives rated Dell's storage demand as strong, compared to 53% for NetApp, 32% for Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and 20% for Pure Storage.The global demand for data center capacity is projected to grow significantly, with AI-ready data centers expected to account for 70% of this demand by 2030, driven by advanced-AI workloads, particularly Gen AI, which will represent 40% of the total.
structured products gain traction amid us election and european banking concerns
Swiss investors are capitalizing on US election-linked opportunities, with the Vontobel Republican 2024 US Election Index certificate outperforming its Democratic counterpart by over 15%. The Republican version benefits from US banking sector stocks, while European banks face challenges due to strict regulations and low interest rates. New structured products, including BRCs and autocallables, are emerging in both the Swiss financial and US healthcare sectors, reflecting investor sentiment amid political changes.
CFTC committee endorses tokenized assets as collateral for derivatives trading
The Global Markets Advisory Committee of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has approved the use of tokenized non-cash collateral, including money-market fund tokens from BlackRock Inc. and Franklin Templeton, for traditional derivatives trades. This recommendation will be forwarded to the full CFTC for consideration.
wiss banks lag behind in cryptocurrency adoption despite growing investor interest
Swiss banks are largely missing out on the cryptocurrency trend, despite a significant portion of the population investing in Bitcoin and Ethereum. While some cantonal banks and Postfinance offer direct purchases, major institutions like UBS and Pictet remain skeptical, limiting their involvement to ETFs. This cautious approach contrasts with the growing interest among younger investors, who often turn to foreign platforms for their crypto transactions.
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