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In this exclusive series, we cover on negative rates and its fallacies and implications on global economy. Two fundamental ideas underlying this series are (1) the world may have moved from a positive carry to a negative carry and (2) negative rates are contradictory.

Negative Rates Series

Negative Rates Series: Negative yield universe shrinks by a trillion dollar

Sep 22, 2016 11:01 am UTC| Commentary

According to the latest figure from the rating agency Fitch, the size of the negative yielding bonds market stands at $10.9 trillion. As some longer dated bonds, move in the positive territory, especially in Japan, the...

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Negative rates Series: Bill Gross warns supernova

Sep 05, 2016 06:21 am UTC| Commentary

Bill Gross founder of bond powerhouse Pimco, who currently manages no constraint fund at Janus, warned over $10 trillion worth of bonds that are trading at negative yields. According to latest from rating agency Fitch,...

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FxWirePro: SNB negative rate policy and asset program keep Swiss franc at stake

Sep 05, 2016 06:19 am UTC| Insights & Views Central Banks

There is ageneral consensus that the Swiss franc is highly overvalued, but the external balance remains strong. Both the SNB and IMF think so, and the Big Mac index lists the franc as the most overvalued currency in its...

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Negative Rates Series: Negative yields likely to hurt pensioners the most

Sep 05, 2016 06:18 am UTC| Commentary

The chart shows clearly how the pension deficit has ballooned in the United Kingdom to 300 billion with the fall in the gilt yields. It shows despite assurances from the central banks from the developed world, pension...

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Negative Rates Series: Investors could lose trillions of dollars in bond shock

Sep 05, 2016 06:18 am UTC| Commentary

Fitch rating agency, one of the top three global rating agencies haswarned against potential losses as yields rose sharply across the board since last week. After dropping to a fresh low on last Thursday, the yields have...

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Negative interest rate policy arouse doubts over impact on capital markets, IMF defends ECB’s policy

Aug 23, 2016 06:15 am UTC| Commentary Central Banks

The negative interest rate policy has aroused doubts over the potential impact on capital markets; the debate about whether a negative interest rate policy (NIRP) helps or hinders the transmission mechanism of monetary...

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Investors buy inflation linked Gilts at record negative rates

Aug 11, 2016 10:52 am UTC| Commentary

UK debt management office (DMO), today sold 850 million worth of inflation-linked bonds at record negative rates as investors fear that the sharp drop in pound could lead to a spike in inflation even if it proves to be...

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Economy

OPEC+ to Boost Oil Output by 548,000 Barrels Per Day in August Amid Market Shifts

OPEC+ announced a significant oil production hike of 548,000 barrels per day (bpd) for August, accelerating its output increase strategy amid volatile global energy markets. The decision follows recent geopolitical...

Dollar Outlook Hinges on Fed Rate Cuts and Summer Inflation Data

The U.S. dollars trajectory in the coming months will largely depend on whether summer data confirms persistent inflation from tariffs or shows a one-time impact that allows the Federal Reserve to resume rate cuts....

Japan, U.S. Hold Talks Ahead of 24% Tariff Deadline

Japans top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa held in-depth phone discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday and Saturday, as both nations seek resolution before a 24% reciprocal tariff on Japanese...

Key Market Events to Watch on July 7: CFTC Data, Fed Balance Sheet in Focus

As traders brace for another pivotal session on Monday, July 7, 2025, several critical U.S. economic updates could influence market direction. Investors will closely monitor the Commodity Futures Trading Commissions (CFTC)...

Global Coffee Shortage Likely to Persist Despite Brazil’s Large Harvest

Global coffee stocks may take years to recover, industry experts warned at the Coffee Dinner Summit in Brazil, citing ongoing supply-demand imbalances and unpredictable climate patterns. Despite a promising harvest...

Politics

Trump Signals Support for Patriot Missiles to Ukraine Amid Rising Russian Attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for Ukraines request for Patriot missiles following a call with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, citing escalating Russian airstrikes and the need for stronger air defenses....

Federal Court Blocks Texas Law Targeting Illegal Border Crossings

A federal appeals court has blocked Texas from enforcing SB4, a Republican-backed law allowing state authorities to arrest and prosecute individuals suspected of illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. The 2-1 decision...

Supreme Court Clears Way for Deportation of Migrants to South Sudan Despite Safety Concerns

Eight migrants lost a last-minute legal bid to halt their deportation to South Sudan, as the U.S. Supreme Court sided with the Trump administration on Thursday, reversing a lower courts ruling that had blocked the...

Trump Signs Historic Tax and Spending Bill Amid Independence Day Celebration

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a sweeping tax and spending bill into law on the Fourth of July, marking a major legislative victory during his second term. Framed as a patriotic celebration, the White House South Lawn...

Lula Hints at 2026 Re-Election Bid Amid Low Approval and Economic Struggles

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva signaled a possible run for re-election in 2026, hinting at a historic fourth term without officially confirming his candidacy. Speaking at an event in Rio de Janeiro on...

Science

FDA Lifts REMS Requirement for CAR-T Cell Cancer Therapies

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has removed the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) requirement for all currently approved CAR-T cell therapies, a move expected to improve patient access to these...

Neuren Pharmaceuticals Surges on U.S. Patent Win for Rare Disorder Drug

Shares of Neuren Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:NEU) jumped over 10% on Thursday after the company announced a key development in its rare disease pipeline. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has approved Neurens patent...

CDC Vaccine Review Sparks Controversy Over Thimerosal Study Citation

A presentation on thimerosal, a mercury-based vaccine preservative, set to be delivered to the CDCs advisory committee has come under scrutiny for referencing a non-existent study. The report, Thimerosal as a Vaccine...

SpaceX Starship Explodes in Texas During Test, Citing Nitrogen Tank Failure

SpaceXs Starship spacecraft exploded in a dramatic fireball during a late-night test at the companys Starbase facility in Brownsville, Texas, on June 18, 2025. The 400-foot Mars-bound rocket, a key part of Elon Musks...

NASA Astronauts Wilmore and Williams Recover After Boeing Starliner Delay

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are steadily recovering after spending nine unexpected months aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to issues with Boeings Starliner capsule. Initially intended...

Technology

Quantum Computing Sparks Investor Interest in Semiconductor Stocks

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently stated that quantum computing is at an inflection point, predicting it will soon solve some interesting problems. His remarks follow the companys collaboration with Harvard and MIT to...

Foxconn Hits Record Q2 Revenue on Surging AI Demand

Taiwans Foxconn (TW:2317), also known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, reported record second-quarter revenue of T$1.797 trillion, marking a 15.82% year-over-year increase, fueled by booming demand for artificial...

Air Force Halts SpaceX Rocket Cargo Plan Amid Wildlife Concerns

The U.S. Air Force has paused its plan to test hypersonic rocket cargo deliveries with Elon Musks SpaceX from Johnston Atoll, following backlash from environmental groups and experts. The decision, first reported by Stars...

Google Faces EU Antitrust Complaint Over AI Search Summaries

A coalition of independent publishers has filed an antitrust complaint with the European Commission, accusing Google (NASDAQ: GOOGL) of abusing its dominance in online search through its AI-generated summaries, known as AI...

China Reviews Rare Earth Export Licenses Amid Eased U.S. Tech Restrictions

Chinas Ministry of Commerce announced on Friday it is reviewing export license applications for sensitive items, including rare earths and related magnets, as part of its ongoing trade discussions with the United States....