Finance: News, Insights, Predictions

Ethereum is experiencing significant outflows from exchange-traded funds (ETFs), primarily driven by BlackRock, as the cryptocurrency trades around $3,123 within a narrowing falling wedge pattern.

Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has experienced significant outflows, totaling $1.06 billion in just a few days, according to Sentora (formerly known as IntoTheBlock). This substantial movement signals a crucial shift in the market dynamics surrounding the cryptocurrency.

Andrew Keys, co-founder of Ether Machine, claims that investors who chose Ethereum over Bitcoin ten years ago would have seen their wealth increase by 30 times.

As Ethereum (ETH) nears the $3,500 mark, analysts predict that investors will seek assets with greater upside potential, driven by the psychological impact of this price level.

Ethereum's price is currently at a crucial decision point. On-chain indicators and leverage trends suggest that both a potential 9% decline and a 12% increase are viable outcomes.

Bitdeer saw its shares increase after hours on Friday, despite a reduction of its Bitcoin holdings by 99.1 BTC during the week. Analyst Matthew Sigel from VanEck provided insights on the situation.

ChatGPT's 2026 cryptocurrency price forecast emphasizes that single-number price targets are often unreliable due to the influence of volatile ETF flows and macroeconomic conditions. However, it notes that increased institutional adoption enhances market access and participation.

Mercado Bitcoin forecasts that by 2026, Bitcoin (BTC) may achieve 14% of gold's market capitalization, suggesting a potential price increase of more than 100%. This growth is anticipated to be fueled by increasing adoption of cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin is approaching a significant resistance level near $99,000. On-chain data indicates that Bitcoin whales heavily sold their holdings in the fourth quarter of 2025, which may impact the market's bullish outlook.

Bitcoin is currently a hot topic in the news, but its trading remains confined to a narrow range between $89,800 and $92,800. Despite this limited movement, analysts are optimistic about its potential for future growth.

To effectively diversify a tech-heavy portfolio with cryptocurrency, caution is essential. Cryptocurrencies are typically viewed as "risk-on" investments, which means they can be volatile and may not always align with traditional asset stability.

Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, believes that President Donald Trump may begin purchasing Bitcoin as part of a strategic reserve in anticipation of the 2026 midterm elections.

On January 10, Bitcoin stabilized around $90,000 following a week of volatility. Trading activity has been subdued, with declining volumes, leading analysts to caution that the market may be entering a "no-trade zone."

Despite the recent downturn in Bitcoin's market performance, a hedge fund manager predicts that the cryptocurrency's market capitalization could increase eightfold, with optimistic projections for reaching new record highs.

Vietnam achieved an impressive economic growth rate of 8.02 percent in 2025, significantly boosting its GDP and positioning the country to potentially surpass both Thailand and Singapore in economic performance.

United Overseas Bank (UOB), based in Singapore, has increased its forecast for Vietnam's GDP growth in 2026 from 7 percent to 7.5 percent in its latest economic outlook.

UOB has increased its GDP growth forecast for Vietnam in 2026 to 7.5%. In 2025, Vietnam's GDP grew by 8%, surpassing UOB's initial prediction of 7.7%. However, this growth still did not meet the government’s target of 8.3–8.5%.

Dutch banking group ING predicts that the Turkish lira will continue to depreciate against the U.S. dollar throughout 2026, indicating persistent economic challenges.

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Expert stock analysts suggest that investors can achieve up to 100% returns by starting with an investment of just $100. The report emphasizes the importance of smart investing for significant earnings.

British bootmaker Dr. Martens announced on Thursday that its efforts to reduce discounts in the US and relocate production from China are expected to mitigate the effects of tariffs.

Global asset manager VanEck has released a bold forecast predicting that Bitcoin could reach $53.4 million by the year 2050, driven by a phenomenon known as hyperbitcoinization.

The Canadian Dollar remains stable against the British Pound, with the GBP/CAD trading near one-month highs. Traders are responding cautiously to mixed employment data from Canada and ongoing concerns regarding oil markets.

A slight decrease in currency demand is anticipated in Ukraine from January 12 to 18, which is expected to result in the strengthening of the hryvnia.

ALROC.PA shares surged by 11.70% in pre-market trading on EURONEXT, driven by a technical breakout and positive forecasts from Meyer that suggest a favorable short-term outlook.