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Source: Simply Bitcoin

The surge in investor confidence has propelled Italian spreads to their lowest point in two years. The gap between Italian and German 10-year yields dipped below 140 basis points for the first time since early 2022. The rebound in Citi's European Economic Surprise Index has undoubtedly contributed to this trend. In a reflection of the credit market, peripheral bonds are demonstrating strong outperformance compared to core government bonds. However, amidst this optimism, questions linger: Is this downward trajectory sustainable? #ItalianBonds #MarketTrends #InvestmentOpportunities 🇮🇹💼

Apple (AAPL US) has now reached the support zone 165.67-171, after a 15% consolidation since December. Do you think support will hold ? Source : Bloomberg

🌟 Delving into recent insights from the Financial Times sheds light on the impact of Quantitative Tightening (QT) and its implications for financial markets. Let's break it down: 📊 QT's Functionality: Recent evidence from a study involving seven central banks, including the Fed's earlier QT efforts from 2017-2019, reveals that QT operates "in the background," subtly supporting central banks' endeavors to tighten financial conditions without significantly disrupting market functioning or liquidity. 💼 Market Reaction: Announcements of QT's commencement have led to slight increases in government bond yields. However, the actual implementation of QT, including outright bond sales, has had minimal disruptive effects on market dynamics and liquidity. 🔄 Passive vs. Active QT: The distinction between passive and active QT strategies is crucial. While passive QT (letting bonds mature) impacts short-end yields, active QT (outright sales) tends to steepen the yield curve, highlighting the nuanced effects of different QT approaches. 🤝 Market Support: The smooth adjustments observed in response to QT can be attributed partly to domestic nonbanks and, to a lesser extent, foreign investors stepping in to purchase securities as central banks reduce their holdings, maintaining market stability amidst changes in monetary policy. 💡 Navigating Future Challenges: What strategies will central banks employ to navigate the looming challenges posed by high government debt issuance and absorbed pandemic-era liquidity, in light of the insights gleaned from recent evidence on quantitative tightening's impact? #QuantitativeTightening #FinancialMarkets #CentralBanks #EconomicInsights

The decision is a massive victory for Trump, whose eligibility on Colorado's ballot was challenged. The decision was issued one day ahead of Super Tuesday when 16 states will hold primary elections. Source: Business Insider

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM US) is approaching 142.195 resistance. Last time it reached this level it was in January 2022 creating a double top and sending the stock down 58% in only 9 months !!! Is this time different ? Keep an eye on this key level. Source : Bloomberg.

Source: TME

Source: TME, BofA