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The Power of Gold Allocations in Private US Financial Portfolios
Goldman Sachs has recently released a bullish note on gold, highlighting the potential upside to gold allocations in private US financial portfolios. According to their analysis, every 1 basis point (bp) increase in the gold share of these portfolios, driven by incremental investor purchases rather than price appreciation, can raise the gold price by a…
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XOM Corporate Plan Update: A Positive Outlook?
In a recent corporate update, ExxonMobil (XOM) presented a positive outlook for its growth and cost savings initiatives. According to Goldman Energy specialist, Adam Wijaya, several key points stood out from the update. Firstly, XOM’s Permian growth profile continues to exceed expectations, with the company raising its 2030 volumes from 2.3 MBOE/d to 2.5 MBOE/d…
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JPM’s Proxy AI/Credit Macro Hedge: An In-Depth Analysis
JPMorgan Chase has been using put spreads as a proxy for artificial intelligence (AI) and credit macro hedging, according to a recent tweet. The bank’s analysts have identified a particular put spread on the Healthcare Select Sector SPDR Fund (HYG) that they find attractive due to its relative cheapness in implieds. The HYG Mar26 79-76…
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Central Bank Speakers Schedule for Today: Don’t Miss Out!
Are you eager to stay up-to-date on the latest central bank speakers and their decisions? Look no further! Here is a comprehensive schedule of today’s scheduled central bank speakers, along with their respective times and locations (All times GMT). 10:45 AM – BoE Bailey Join us for a live discussion with Bank of England Governor…
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(LDN) Market Drama 101: 10th Dec 2025
Asian stocks were largely subdued on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of today’s Federal Reserve policy decision and dot plots. The region was also digesting the latest Chinese inflation data, which showed a slight increase in prices. In other news, China has reportedly fallen short of its goal to buy US soybeans set under…
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The Collapse of the SOFR Straddle: A Near 75% Loss of Value
The recent shutdown in December 2025 caused a significant impact on the market, particularly in the Straddle options contract. As reported, the Straddle was close to 15+ during the shutdown, with the Dec SOFR still around 96.25 (96.265). However, since then, there has been a drastic collapse of the Straddle, with the price plummeting to…
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The Battle for the SPX: Optimists vs Pessimists in a Crucial Technical Analysis
The ongoing struggle between optimists and pessimists in the technical analysis of the S&P 500 (SPX) has reached a critical juncture. According to a recent note from Bank of America (BofA), two distinct scenarios are emerging, each with significant implications for investors. On one hand, optimists see a bull flag and wave 5 up happening…
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European Data Center Equipment: A Cheap Opportunity?
Investors looking for exposure to the data center equipment market may want to turn their attention to Europe. According to a recent report from Morgan Stanley, European capital-goods names tied to data center builds, such as Schneider, Legrand, and ABB, trade at a 24% EV/EBIT discount to US peers like Vertiv and Eaton. This significant…
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The Impact of FOMC on Bond Volatility: A Closer Look
As the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) approaches, bond volatility has been catching some bids. Investors are becoming increasingly cautious and sensitive to any changes in interest rates, which can have a significant impact on the bond market. In this blog post, we will delve into the reasons behind the recent increase in bond volatility…
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Will a Potential Spirit Chapter 7 Filing Give Rise to Higher Fares in the Aviation Industry?
As the aviation industry continues to evolve, there is growing speculation about the potential for Spirit Airlines to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. According to UBS, this move could have significant implications for the entire industry, particularly JetBlue Airways and Frontier Group, who would likely be among the top beneficiaries. At our recent conference, the…
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