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  • investingLive European FX news wrap: JPY keeps weakening, Trump considering tariff changes

    The most notable mover in the session was the Japanese Yen. The JPY continues to weaken across the board despite the incoming BoJ rate hike and constant jawboning from Japanese officials.

    Part of the problem could be that the BoJ waited far too long and it’s now looking to deliver a cautious rate hike right when other major central banks are shifting to a hawkish stance.

    The market has also already priced in a rate hike this month and at very least another in 2026, so it’s hard to see the BoJ outhawking the market pricing, leaving limited room for JPY appreciation on a hawkish repricing.

    We also got a report from Financial Times saying that Chinese regulators have been discussing ways to permit limited access to H200 chips. No final decision had been made yet though. For context, Trump yesterday announced that the US will allow Nvidia to sell H200 chips to China.

    US equity indices weakned a bit on the headline but recovered quickly as this news isn’t new. In fact, China has been implementing restrictions on foreign AI chips like Nvidia, AMD and so on in state-funded data centers to boost domestic tech as they compete with the US.

    Lastly, Politico published an interview with Trump in which he said that he may consider changes to tariffs to lower prices. He also said that the willingness to lower interest rates would be a litmus test in the choice of a new Fed chair.

    Lowering tariffs further would be certainly bullish for the global economy but at this point it could also stoke inflation given that central banks responded to the negative shock from tariffs with lower interest rates. Therefore, it might be bullish in the short-term but if things get hot, central banks will be forced to tighten again, and that would be negative for risk assets.

    This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

  • investingLive European FX news wrap: JPY keeps weakening, Trump considering tariff changes

    The most notable mover in the session was the Japanese Yen. The JPY continues to weaken across the board despite the incoming BoJ rate hike and constant jawboning from Japanese officials.

    Part of the problem could be that the BoJ waited far too long and it’s now looking to deliver a cautious rate hike right when other major central banks are shifting to a hawkish stance.

    The market has also already priced in a rate hike this month and at very least another in 2026, so it’s hard to see the BoJ outhawking the market pricing, leaving limited room for JPY appreciation on a hawkish repricing.

    We also got a report from Financial Times saying that Chinese regulators have been discussing ways to permit limited access to H200 chips. No final decision had been made yet though. For context, Trump yesterday announced that the US will allow Nvidia to sell H200 chips to China.

    US equity indices weakned a bit on the headline but recovered quickly as this news isn’t new. In fact, China has been implementing restrictions on foreign AI chips like Nvidia, AMD and so on in state-funded data centers to boost domestic tech as they compete with the US.

    Lastly, Politico published an interview with Trump in which he said that he may consider changes to tariffs to lower prices. He also said that the willingness to lower interest rates would be a litmus test in the choice of a new Fed chair.

    Lowering tariffs further would be certainly bullish for the global economy but at this point it could also stoke inflation given that central banks responded to the negative shock from tariffs with lower interest rates. Therefore, it might be bullish in the short-term but if things get hot, central banks will be forced to tighten again, and that would be negative for risk assets.

    This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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    Financial service providers have been using algorithmic trading and automation tools for decades. Artificial intelligence (AI), with its capability to process large amounts of data and provide actionable insights, is likely to take trading to a whole new level.

    Although generative AI and LLMs are gaining attention, their use in real-world trading remains limited. Entering the arena in 2017, they rapidly permeated the trading space. According to the IMF, the share of AI content in trading technology patent applications versus algorithmic trading jumped from 19% in 2017 to over 50% in 2020. Further data shows that this percentage will likely continue to rise year-over-year beyond 2025.

    As innovation unfolds, market participants are also beginning to acknowledge the potential of AI applications to rebalance portfolios, increase liquidity, and change market structure in the long term. OneRoyal, a leader in the derivatives trading space, has announced the launch of AI trading tools. The initiative is not “fuelled by hype, but rather the result of consistent market research, and it reflects the high standards we set across every aspect of our business”, CMO Dominic Poynter highlighted.

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    This is a significant upgrade and marks the materialisation of a strategic tech partnership between OneRoyal and leading technology provider Acuity Trading. By increasing the availability of AI trading tools, the broker positions itself at the forefront of the AI-led trading transformation. But what does this mean for traders? From trade automation to data-driven insights to reduce emotional bias, traders can unlock a host of exclusive features and advantages.

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    With these enhancements, OneRoyal continues to evolve, empowering global traders in their goals to achieve better investment outcomes.

    This article was written by IL Contributors at investinglive.com.

  • How Bitcoin Fits Into a Modern Investment Portfolio

    Most investors already know: you don’t have to bet your whole life savings on Bitcoin. But you might consider giving it a small corner in your portfolio because it behaves differently from most traditional assets.

    Bitcoin has evolved into something more than speculative hype. As more institutions adopt it, its role in mainstream finance is no longer fringe. That means it could provide benefits when mixed carefully with stocks, bonds, or other investments.

    When we talk about Bitcoin price in this context, it’s more than its headline-grabbing swings. The value of the coin is volatile but its lack of perfect correlation with traditional assets means it doesn’t always rise and fall in unison with stocks or bonds. That volatility is precisely what can make it useful for diversification.

    The Case for Adding Bitcoin

    Diversification

    One of the strongest arguments for including Bitcoin is diversification: its price movements aren’t tightly linked to equities or bonds. Research from Fidelity, for example, finds that over a recent three-year period, Bitcoin’s correlation with stocks was about 0.53 and with bonds only 0.26. That means it doesn’t move in perfect lockstep with other assets. There’s room for it to add something new to the mix.

    Academic work supports this too. In a study published in the Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting, researchers showed that portfolios that include cryptocurrency “factor” strategies can provide significant out-of-sample diversification benefits. That’s not vague financial rhetoric; it’s data-driven.

    Another piece of research — from MDPI — examined alternative-investment fund portfolios (things like venture capital or hedge fund indices) and found that Bitcoin has low correlation with those too. So, it’s not just about stocks and bonds: Bitcoin could diversify less traditional parts of a portfolio, too.

    Return Potential vs Risk: A Delicate Balance

    Of course, Bitcoin carries big risks. Its volatility is well known. But several portfolio-optimization studies find that even a small stretch of exposure — say 1–5% — can potentially enhance returns without blowing up your risk profile.

    One strong example is from 21Shares, who ran simulations with a 60/40 (stocks/bonds) “growth” portfolio. When they added 5% Bitcoin, they saw annualised returns improve significantly (from around 7.5 % to 9.5–10 %), while the Sharpe ratio (a measure of risk-adjusted return) also went up. They tried different rebalancing intervals (daily, monthly, quarterly, etc.) and found that quarterly rebalancing seemed to strike a particularly good balance between managing volatility and valorising returns.

    Academic portfolio-optimization models reinforce that point. For instance, some found low long-term correlation between Bitcoin and traditional instruments. They argue that this gives Bitcoin potential merit as a diversifier. That being said, they caution that heavy exposure can dramatically increase risk.

    Risks (Yes, There Are Plenty)

    You wouldn’t make a portfolio recommendation without a big flashing warning sign, and Bitcoin deserves one.

    • Volatility: Bitcoin’s price can swing wildly in short periods. Even if you keep the allocation small, it may amplify risk. Only proceed if you’re OK with big short-term ups and downs.
    • Liquidity risk: While major exchanges are liquid, some less regulated corners of the crypto world can have liquidity issues.
    • Regulatory uncertainty: Bitcoin’s regulatory treatment varies globally, thus legal risks can’t be ignored.
    • Correlation may change: As institutional adoption grows, Bitcoin’s correlation with equities could evolve. In fact, a recent study shows rolling-window correlations with equity indices peaked at some points.

    How Much Should You Allocate

    Given the risks, most sensible frameworks recommend only a small allocation to Bitcoin. Here’s some practical advice:

    1. Start small. Research and analysis generally support a modest allocation — many studies run simulations with 1–5% in Bitcoin.
    2. Rebalance regularly. As 21Shares’ research shows, how often you rebalance (bring your portfolio back to target) matters. Quarterly rebalancing often delivers a good trade-off between risk and return.
    3. Use a long-term mindset. Think of Bitcoin as a long-term diversification tool, not a day-trading bet.
    4. Be prepared for volatility. Accept that Bitcoin can swing hard. If that gives you sleepless nights, reduce your allocation.
    5. Consider risk governance. Make sure this allocation fits within your broader risk tolerance and long-term goals. Don’t just throw money in because everyone’s talking about Bitcoin.

    Why It Might Matter Now

    Institutional adoption is shifting Bitcoin’s role from “wild west speculation” toward something closer to a legitimate financial instrument. As more institutions treat crypto seriously, Bitcoin might become more stable, more correlated, or more embedded — meaning its portfolio role could change.

    At the same time, research like the Financial Innovation paper shows that risk spillovers and diversification benefits are portfolio-specific and timescale-dependent. In other words, Bitcoin isn’t a magic bullet, but it can be a clever supplement, especially for investors who understand its quirks.

    Bitcoin doesn’t need to be a moonshot to justify its spot in your portfolio. With a small, carefully managed allocation, it can work as a diversifier. Empirical studies back that up. Fidelity-style correlations show it doesn’t perfectly mirror stocks or bonds, and portfolio simulations consistently show risk-adjusted returns improving even with a tiny slice of BTC.

    This article was written by IL Contributors at investinglive.com.

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