Finance: News, Insights, Predictions

Ethereum achieved a milestone by processing over 2 million transactions in a single day, marking the highest volume in a decade. This surge in activity raises questions about the next steps for Ethereum holders.

Tom Lee suggested that the recent decline in Ethereum's price during late December was due to automated trading and tax-related sell-offs. In spite of the price drop, BitMine increased its purchases of Ethereum, acquiring more below the $3,000 mark.

As 2025 comes to an end, Bitcoin's price prediction for 2026 continues to spark intense debate in the financial community, with forecasts ranging from $250,000 to $10,000.

Analysts are cautioning that the dollar's most significant annual decline since 2017 is likely to continue into next year, which could lead to an increase in bitcoin prices.

Bitcoin experienced relatively stable price movements over the last 24 hours, yet it managed to increase by approximately $2,000, bringing its current value to nearly $89,000.

Major cryptocurrencies experienced a decline on Wednesday, while Bitcoin remained steady above $87,000. The CoinDesk Market Index, which monitors a wide range of digital assets, reflects this downturn in the market.

Galaxy Digital (NASDAQ: GLXY) has projected that Bitcoin (BTC) could reach a price of $250,000 by the end of 2027, according to a recent blog post detailing their year-end predictions.

Bitcoin's volatility has diminished as its price fluctuations become less pronounced. This trend is attributed to weak demand and a lack of confidence, indicating that market indecision is likely to persist into 2026.

Bitcoin experienced a significant decline, dropping 30% from its peak after a promising start to the 2025 bull run. The recent flash crash in October highlighted the vulnerability of Bitcoin's rally.

Bitcoin is set to record its first annual loss since 2022 due to macroeconomic pressures and declining momentum affecting the world's largest cryptocurrency.

XRP and Bitcoin have both experienced significant declines recently, with Bitcoin dropping over 20% in the last three months and XRP losing nearly 35%. Investors may need to consider the implications of these downturns.

Celltrion anticipates achieving record quarterly revenue and operating profit for the fourth quarter. The company's headquarters are located in Incheon, South Korea.

The AUD/USD pair is experiencing a decline, nearing the 0.6680 level as the US Dollar Index reaches a weekly low. Recent minutes from the Federal Reserve indicate that policymakers are leaning towards rate cuts.

The USD/CAD pair continues its three-day upward trend, approaching 1.3700 during the European trading session on Wednesday, supported by a rise in the US Dollar.

GBP/USD continues to show weakness for the second straight day, trading near 1.3460 during the Asian session on Wednesday. Technical analysis of the daily chart indicates a test of the 1.3450 support level.

The US dollar experienced a significant drop of 9.5% in 2025, marking its poorest performance in eight years. In contrast, both the euro and the British pound showed notable strength during the same period.

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate experienced an 8% increase in 2025, marking a significant gain for GBP/USD.

The Pound to Dollar (GBP/USD) exchange rate has shown steady progress throughout December, driven by a weakening dollar and a generally strong Pound, according to ExchangeRates.org.uk.

Despite initial concerns, the exchange rate remained stable in December, with the dollar holding at 43 hryvnias. This stability can be attributed to proactive measures taken by the National Bank and the infusion of 90 billion euros from the European Union, which significantly influenced the market.

Former MP Ihor Lutsenko stated that claims of Ukraine facing "economic exhaustion" are unfounded. He emphasized that the Ukrainian economy has been experiencing steady growth since 2022.

In January 2026, the exchange rate of the dollar in Ukraine is expected to remain stable, with minimal fluctuations. This stability is attributed to the National Bank of Ukraine's strategic measures to manage the currency effectively.

UIF experts provided their economic forecast for Ukraine in 2026, highlighting key trends and expectations for the country's financial future.

Experts predict that the exchange rate of the hryvnia at the end of 2026 will be notably stronger than previously anticipated by banks and investment firms.

On December 31, 2025, the exchange rates for the dollar and euro indicate notable shifts in the currency market, with the official dollar gaining strength alongside a rise in the euro.

Since the onset of the war against Ukraine in 2022, Russia's military efforts have incurred an estimated cost of $550 billion, with 59% of this military spending remaining undisclosed. The increasing taxes and rising prices have placed a significant burden on the country's taxpayers.