Cryptocurrencies and Commodities
Financial Uncertainty and the 'Golden Boom'
Cryptocurrencies and Commodities, 10.07.2020 - James C.E. Silk
Uncertainty dictates the current economic climate. Whilst expansionary monetary and fiscal stimuli forced a financial asset rally, a balance sheet crisis began, and the financial markets remain uncertain for the future. A debt crisis could be imminent, but a steady recovery could occur. How should investors adapt their portfolios to incorporate the risks of a second wave or W-shaped recovery curve? Why gold? Why now?
OPEC's Role in the Coronavirus Market Paradigm
Cryptocurrencies and Commodities, 16.06.2020 - Rolando Garcia-Maritano
While the uncertainty caused by COVID-19 and its impact on global financial markets has been well documented, the role which the plummeting price of oil played in the steep drop and subsequent recovery of financial markets has been far less scrutinized. Riyadh has been historically known for its aggressive and monopolistic market practices, however, what transpired between March and April of 2020 was...
The Future of Stablecoins
Cryptocurrencies and Commodities, 07.06.2020 - Harry Beckwith
In the constantly adapting digital finance industry, people still remain hesitant when it comes to investing into the crypto space, mainly because of the inherent volatility of this market. However, with the emergence of ‘stablecoins’ can the masses place more faith into this digital finance revolution?
'Gold Vs Bitcoin' - The Store of Value During a Financial Crisis
Cryptocurrencies and Commodities, 15.05.2020 - Will Martin
In a world where cash is king, what happens when this system fails? What do people turn to? This research report will evaluate the prospects of gold as a strong store of value in difficult financial times. It will then attempt to question whether its reputation may be challenged by other asset classes in the COVID-19 crisis and the future.
