Ledger, the crypto hardware wallet manufacturer, is reportedly preparing for a U.S. initial public offering that could value the company at over $4 billion, with investment banks Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays leading the potential New York Stock Exchange listing. This move underscores the escalating institutional demand for secure crypto custody solutions and adds to a renewed wave of public listings for digital asset companies, following BitGo’s recent debut as 2026’s first crypto IPO. However, the path forward is nuanced, shaped by a mixed performance in crypto stocks, a shifting regulatory landscape, and the volatile trajectory of the broader crypto market.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekAbu Dhabi Finance 2025 Week Opens Amid Global Tensions
The Abu Dhabi Finance 2025 Week has commenced, bringing together top financial leaders against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical and corporate challenges. From antitrust scrutiny on major media deals to military tensions in Asia, global instability is shaping this year’s financial dialogue. Key industry figures from Barclays, BNY, and Ninety One are set to address these pressing issues.
about Abu Dhabi Finance 2025 Week Opens Amid Global TensionsGlobal Leaders Discuss Business, Finance & Politics on The Pulse
Bloomberg’s ‘The Pulse With Francine Lacqua’ convenes a powerful roster of financial titans, geopolitical strategists, and policy leaders, offering a rare synthesis of market intelligence and global foresight. Recorded from its London base but reaching wherever major stories unfold, today’s episode delivers exclusive perspectives from Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan, Barclays strategist Julien Lafargue, and geopolitical analyst Tina Fordham, alongside key figures from diplomacy and civic leadership, providing a holistic view of the forces shaping global economics and finance.
about Global Leaders Discuss Business, Finance & Politics on The PulseU.S. Bank Tests Stablecoin on Stellar Blockchain
U.S. Bank has launched a stablecoin pilot on the Stellar blockchain, marking a significant step in traditional banking’s embrace of digital assets. The Minneapolis-based institution is collaborating with PwC and the Stellar Development Foundation to explore blockchain as an alternative payment rail, joining peers like Citi, Goldman Sachs, and Bank of America in the rapidly evolving stablecoin space. This initiative reflects growing institutional confidence following recent regulatory developments and highlights the strategic advantages of Stellar’s unique architecture for financial applications.
about U.S. Bank Tests Stablecoin on Stellar BlockchainGlobal Business Leaders on The Pulse With Francine Lacqua
The Pulse With Francine Lacqua delivers exclusive conversations with top-tier global business and finance leaders, bringing market-moving insights from the heart of international commerce. Today’s episode features prominent figures from PwC, Barclays, venture capital, and Swiss economic policy, offering diverse perspectives on the forces shaping global markets.
about Global Business Leaders on The Pulse With Francine LacquaBanks Bet Big on Tech Default Risk via Derivatives
Financial institutions are increasingly using derivatives to hedge against potential defaults by major tech companies, with the cost of credit protection for Oracle more than doubling since September. According to Barclays credit strategist Jigar Patel, trading volume for credit default swaps tied to Oracle surged to approximately $4.2 billion during the six weeks ended November 7, reflecting growing institutional anxiety about the financial stability of hyperscalers—large technology firms providing massive-scale cloud and computing services.
about Banks Bet Big on Tech Default Risk via DerivativesNYC Elects Socialist Mayor Amid Record US Shutdown
New York City has elected its first democratic socialist mayor in a landmark political shift for the financial capital, while the US government shutdown has become the longest in history, creating mounting economic pressure. Financial leaders from Barclays, Novo Nordisk, and Jefferies weigh in on the implications of these parallel developments that are reshaping the economic landscape.
about NYC Elects Socialist Mayor Amid Record US Shutdown3,000 US Banks to Be Acquired in 2-3 Years: Bob Diamond
The US banking sector is poised for unprecedented consolidation, with former Barclays CEO Bob Diamond predicting over 3,000 bank acquisitions within the next 2-3 years. In a striking forecast delivered on Bloomberg: The Pulse, Diamond anticipates regulatory support will shrink the current landscape of 4,500 banks to just 1,000-1,500 institutions, fundamentally reshaping American finance.
about 3,000 US Banks to Be Acquired in 2-3 Years: Bob DiamondWall Street Closing Bell: Market Analysis & Expert Insights
Bloomberg Television delivers comprehensive market coverage during the critical closing bell period on Wall Street. Today’s broadcast features an impressive lineup of financial experts and institutional leaders including representatives from Gabelli Funds, Barclays, Franklin Templeton, and Bernstein Research, providing real-time analysis and insights as trading concludes for the day.
about Wall Street Closing Bell: Market Analysis & Expert InsightsBitcoin’s $23K Crash: Trump, Banking Fears, ETF Exodus
Bitcoin’s promising October rally abruptly reversed as the cryptocurrency lost $23,000 in value over ten days. The dramatic downturn was fueled by geopolitical tensions, banking sector concerns, and massive ETF withdrawals. This perfect storm highlights Bitcoin’s continued sensitivity to traditional financial and political developments.
about Bitcoin's $23K Crash: Trump, Banking Fears, ETF ExodusCredit Markets Wobble as Loan Losses Spark Crisis Fears
Global credit markets are facing renewed turbulence as fresh loan defaults trigger widespread risk aversion. Investors pulled $1.3 billion each from US high-yield and leveraged-loan funds in the latest week, marking the largest outflows in six months. The situation echoes concerns from last year’s regional banking crisis, putting market participants on high alert as Barclays executive Meghan Graper discussed the implications on Bloomberg Real Yield.
about Credit Markets Wobble as Loan Losses Spark Crisis FearsAnalysts Dismiss AI Bubble Fears, Boost Tech Stock Targets
Despite mounting concerns about an AI-driven market bubble, major financial institutions remain overwhelmingly bullish on leading semiconductor stocks, with analysts continuing to upgrade ratings and raise price targets for NVIDIA, Taiwan Semiconductor, and AMD. While some economists warn of potential overheating, firms including Goldman Sachs argue that AI investments remain sustainable and could ultimately add $20 trillion to the U.S. economy, suggesting the technological revolution is just beginning rather than nearing its peak.
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