Federal Reserve's Schmidt: Instant payment systems expected to "surpass" stablecoins

Citi: Next Week's "Super Central Bank Week" May Intensify Bond Market Volatility

Citi strategist Jamie Searle stated that uncertainty surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has made short-term bond yields vulnerable. Central bank policy meetings expected next week are anticipated to exacerbate market volatility, with the ECB potentially considering a preemptive rate hike, while the Bank of England is likely to remain cautious.

New York gold futures fell below $5,100, poised to record a weekly decline this week

Gate News report: On Friday, March 13, New York gold futures (NYMEX gold) fell below $5,100 per ounce, with the week poised to record a weekly decline. A stronger US dollar, rising oil prices, and uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve policy are putting pressure on gold prices. Analysts from Australia and New Zealand Banking Group stated: "The US dollar strengthens due to its safe-haven status, particularly as rising oil prices benefit the United States as a net energy exporter. Market concerns about the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut path are intensifying, and rising oil prices increase the likelihood of inflation pressures re-emerging."

US January PCE to be Released Tonight! Core Inflation Expected to Surge to 3.1%, Will It Shake Up Rate Cut Timeline?

The U.S. is about to release the January PCE price index, with core PCE expected to increase 3.1% year-over-year, marking the largest increase since 2024 and significantly exceeding the Federal Reserve's 2% inflation target. Due to different weighting allocations of items between CPI and PCE, their trends have diverged, and the "moderate" convention of PCE is also being challenged, which may impact the Federal Reserve's monetary policy in the future.

Liquidity Alert Before FOMC Meeting: Private Credit Funds Restrict Redemptions, Bitcoin and Ethereum May Face Selling Pressure

As the Federal Reserve is about to hold an FOMC meeting, liquidity in the U.S. private credit market is tight, with several funds restricting investor redemptions, potentially triggering a chain reaction and causing capital to flow out to more liquid assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. Market risks are increasing, and it is important to monitor the Fed's policy moves and shifts in capital flows.

MOVE index surges 21%! Bitcoin and Ethereum options turn to defensive strategies

The MOVE Index surged 21% on March 12, signaling that inflation concerns are spreading to global bond markets. Options data for Bitcoin and Ethereum show conservative market sentiment, with put ratios rising. Despite increased financial risks, implied volatility in crypto markets remains relatively stable, but if US Treasury volatility continues to rise, it could put pressure on crypto markets. Overall, the market currently maintains a cautious stance toward risk assets.

MOVE Index surges 21%, signaling increased risk as Bitcoin and Ethereum options shift to a defensive stance

With market volatility intensifying, the demand for risk hedging in crypto derivatives is rising, and Bitcoin and Ethereum options contracts are approaching expiration. Data shows that market positions are skewed toward defensive strategies, particularly with elevated put-to-call ratios in Ethereum options. Despite increased uncertainty in traditional markets, implied volatility remains stable, though macro risks could impact the positioning structure of crypto assets.