IMF Says Bitcoin Has Become Necessary Financial Tool for Preserving Wealth Amid Financial Instability

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According to the IMF, residents of countries with restrictive financial regulations are turning to Bitcoin to move capital across borders more freely.

Bitcoin (BTC) is increasingly serving as a critical channel for cross-border financial flows amid global financial instability, according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The report — called “A Primer on Bitcoin Cross-Border Flows” — sheds light on how the decentralized nature of Bitcoin is being leveraged to bypass traditional banking systems, especially in regions experiencing economic distress or strict capital controls.

Necessary financial tool

According to the IMF, residents of countries with restrictive financial regulations are turning to Bitcoin to move capital across borders more freely.

The report highlighted significant transaction volumes originating from countries like Argentina and Venezuela, where citizens face hyperinflation and stringent financial controls.

In these regions, Bitcoin has become a necessary financial tool for preserving wealth and accessing global markets rather than just a speculative investment.

One of the report's authors, Eugenio Cerutti, wrote:

“Bitcoin transactions provide a way for individuals in high-inflation countries to stabilize their savings and participate in global commerce on terms that aren't possible through their local currencies.”

However, the IMF report also cautioned against the potential risks associated with the widespread use of Bitcoin for cross-border flows.

The lack of oversight and the anonymity provided by cryptocurrencies can complicate the efforts of regulators to monitor and control financial transactions to prevent illicit activities such as money laundering.

On-chain volume

The study reviewed both on-chain and off-chain transaction data to explore the trends behind Bitcoin's use across borders. It found that Bitcoin transactions are not only substantial in volume but also exhibit unique characteristics compared to traditional capital flows.

Unlike typical foreign investments that are sensitive to economic indicators like currency strength, Bitcoin flows show a higher correlation with cryptocurrency-specific sentiments, such as market volatility and user sentiment indexes — like the Fear and Greed Index.

The analysis also pointed out that on-chain Bitcoin transactions, which are recorded on the blockchain and offer more security, tend to be larger than off-chain transactions. This indicates that the robust security features of blockchain technology often protect larger financial stakes.

The IMF called for international cooperation and regulatory frameworks that encompass the unique aspects of digital assets. Such measures would help mitigate the risks while harnessing the benefits of digital currencies, especially as tools for economic freedom in countries with restrictive financial environments.

Source: CryptoSlate

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Samantha Luan

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Central Bank

Beijing’s currency defense against the dollar risks coming undone by the side effect it is having against the other major currencies in China’s trading orbit.

The official CFETS RMB Index, which measures the yuan’s performance versus 24 peers, has climbed 2.7% since end-December and rallied to the highest in a year this week. The strength is at odds with China’s flagging recovery and threatens to erode competitiveness of its exports, especially at a time when other Asian currencies are depreciating under the weight of a resurgent dollar.

As a stronger fixing fueled the trade-weighted appreciation, the authorities’ recent moves to weaken the reference rate suggested they are switching tack to allow for more currency flexibility. A looser hold on the yuan would also be in line with the People’s Bank of China’s easy policy stance, although such a strategy risks fueling capital outflows and undermining consumer confidence. PBOC's Easier Grip on Yuan May Stem From Trade-Weighted Strength_1

PBOC's Easier Grip on Yuan May Stem From Trade-Weighted Strength_1

“They could let the dollar-yuan fixing slowly grind higher to contain the CFETS index strength,” said Lemon Zhang, a strategist at Barclays Bank Plc. “The central bank will tolerate higher foreign-exchange volatility if the dollar index’s strength continues beyond the third quarter.”

The PBOC first set the yuan’s reference rate, or fixing, against the dollar at a weaker-than-expected level on March 22, causing the currency to drop the most in more than two months onshore. It repeated the move on Tuesday, leading more investors to believe that policymakers are recalibrating the currency strategy.

The fixing moves were likely a policy reset that “should alleviate recent yuan appreciation against major trading partners amid resilient dollar strength, and to downplay the psychological level of 7.10,” Goldman Sachs Group Inc. strategists led by Danny Suwanapruti wrote in a note.

Down less than 2% versus the greenback so far this year, the yuan’s decline is smaller than most of its Asian peers, thanks to a steady fixing that has stayed close to 7.10.

As a result, the Chinese currency recently hit a record high versus the yen and is near the strongest level in about a year against the Korean won.

“The appreciating yuan is counteracting with the PBOC’s easy policy stance,” said Alvin Tan, head of Asian currency strategy at Royal Bank of Canada. “To end the policy contradiction, the PBOC needs to accommodate US dollar strength.”

No Free Fall

To some observers, the PBOC remains capable of engineering yuan depreciation gradual and steady enough to better reflect a weaker economy and yet avoid market panic. It has a variety of tools to manage the process, ranging from the currency’s 2% onshore trading band to hiking its funding costs offshore.

A strong dollar may continue to dominate until the fourth quarter and the PBOC will keep using the fixing to anchor currency expectations and prevent excess volatility, said Jeff Ng, head of Asia macro strategy at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. The central bank will likely “tweak once in a while when it deems necessary,” he added. PBOC's Easier Grip on Yuan May Stem From Trade-Weighted Strength_2

PBOC's Easier Grip on Yuan May Stem From Trade-Weighted Strength_2

Still, the PBOC’s constant efforts to defend the yuan against the dollar at certain levels may backfire.

“There’s no point to keep setting such a firm line,” said Becky Liu, head of Greater China macro strategy at Standard Chartered Bank. “If they do so, the cost of currency management will go higher and higher, and foreign exchange rate loses its role of auto-stabilizer for overall financing conditions.”

Source:Bloomberg

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Kevin Du

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Inflation and the Bank of Japan

On Friday, inflation numbers from Japan could impact buyer demand for the USD/JPY. Economists forecast the core annual rate of inflation to ease from 2.8% to 2.7% in March. Moreover, economists expect the annual inflation rate to soften from 2.8% to 2.7%.

Softer inflation numbers could align with recent forward guidance from the Bank of Japan on the interest rate path. On Thursday, Bank of Japan board member Asahi Noguchi favored a patient approach to further monetary policy tightening. Noguchi said the Bank of Japan would raise interest rates more slowly than its peers lifted rates during rate hike cycles.

However, the Bank of Japan must also grapple with the effects of a weaker Japanese Yen on the economy. A weaker Japanese Yen leads to higher import costs, impacting household spending. The Bank of Japan expects recent wage increases to fuel household spending and demand-driven inflation. Higher import costs would offset the effects of wage growth.

Trade data for March signaled a weakening demand environment, with imports falling by 4.9% year-on-year.

US Economic Calendar: Fed Speakers in Focus

On Friday, investors should monitor FOMC member commentary. Fed Chair Powell and FOMC members poured cold water on investor expectations of a June Fed rate cut.

US labor market conditions remain tight, with consumer spending continuing to drive the US economy.

Support for a more cautious approach to cutting interest rates could further shift investor bets on 2024 Fed rate cuts. FOMC member Austan Goolsbee is on the calendar to speak. The Chicago Fed President recently highlighted that the housing services sector is the biggest challenge to bringing inflation to the 2% target.

The CME FedWatch Tool reflects the effects of recent economic data and Fed speeches. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, the probability of a 25-basis point June rate cut fell from 20.1% (April 11) to 16.2% (April 18). Moreover, the chances of the Fed holding interest rates at 5.5% in September increased from 31.0% to 35.6% over the same period.

While the Fed remains the focal point, news updates from the Middle East also need monitoring.

Short-term Forecast

Near-term trends for the USD/JPY will likely hinge on inflation numbers from Japan and Fed commentary. Softer-than-expected inflation numbers and hawkish Fed chatter could further tilt monetary policy toward the US dollar.

USD/JPY Price Action

Daily Chart

The USD/JPY sat well above the 50-day and 200-day EMAs, confirming the bullish price trends.

A USD/JPY break above the April 16 high of 154.787 would support a move to the 155 handle.

Inflation numbers from Japan, Bank of Japan commentary, Fed speakers, and the Middle East need consideration.

Conversely, a USD/JPY break below the 153.5 handle could give the bulls a run at the 151.685 support level.

The 14-day RSI at 76.00 shows the USD/JPY in overbought territory. Selling pressure may intensify at the April 16 high of 154.787.

Source: FX Empire

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Alex

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Middle East and North African economies face a significant degree of uncertainty this year with the Israel-Gaza war threatening to spill into the broader region, according to reports from the International Monetary Fund and World Bank.

"This year is more than any other year, the level of uncertainty … is very high," IMF regional director Jihad Azour told The National.

New economic outlooks released by the IMF and the World Bank show the Mena region is poised for another year of subdued growth. Both agencies forecast the economy to grow by 2.7 per cent this year, slightly better than the tepid growth it experienced last year.

Mr. Azour said there were two main dimensions for downwardly revising the Mena economic forecast by 0.6 per cent from its October Regional Economic Outlook.

"The first dimension is the epicentre [of the war] and neighbouring countries – Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq. And also the impact on trade," he said.

Growth is expected to pick up at a 4.7 per cent pace in 2025, according to the IMF's projections.

Meanwhile, emerging economies and middle-income countries last year were affected by a decrease in tourism and food imports and commodities.

Some of them were severely affected by the two shocks, the war in Ukraine and the war in Gaza, Mr. Azour said.

A number of factors play into this expected subdued growth – not least of all conflict in the Middle East, where escalatory tension between Israel and Iran demonstrate the threat of how the Israel-Gaza war could spread.

Mr. Azour cautioned that, with how regional risks develop, any projection this year must be viewed with "extreme uncertainty".

Gaza war and Red Sea crisis add to uncertain outlook

While uncertainty is not as prominent in other regions as was seen following the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, it remains elevated in the Middle East. The World Bank reported that the early months of this year point to persistent uncertainty in the region.

"This has implications not only for forecasters, but also for governments making decisions and for businesses making decisions," Roberta Gatti, chief economist of the World Bank Mena region, told The National.

"So it makes everything more difficult and complicated," she said.

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The World Bank previously reported that economic activity in Gaza is at a near standstill due to the war, and it remains a key downside risk for the region.

Both the World Bank and IMF warn further escalation or a prolonged conflict could further disrupt trade and shipping, and neighbouring economies would experience reduced tourism.

Trade disruptions have taken a significant toll on Egypt, where revenue from the Suez Canal has fallen as much as 50 per cent because of Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

Trade volumes through the Suez Canal declined by 42 per cent between the end of December and February. So far, though, this has had a muted impact on prices.

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"But if this continues, the repercussions can be more serious," Ms. Gatti said.

Mr. Azour said that, with the longevity or proximity of the war uncertain, at-risk countries must rebuild their fiscal buffers to avoid any shocks.

"For the rest is to maintain macroeconomic stability, reduce the financing risks [and] increase the level of resilience," he said.

Uneven recovery as debt burdens grow for oil importers

The Middle East and North Africa is set for an uneven recovery as inflation returns closer to its historic average for most countries, with tightening cycles likely having reached their peak.

Overall, inflation is projected to decline to 15.4 per cent this year, slightly down from 16.0 per cent in 2023, before declining to 12.4 per cent in 2025, according to the IMF.

And there is a significant divergence among oil exporters and importers.

Oil-importing countries' inflation is projected to decline to 10.7 per cent this year, versus an increase of 28.0 per cent for oil importers.

Production cuts by exporting countries, along with Red Sea disruptions, have exacerbated the vulnerabilities of oil-importing countries who face high levels of debt.

In Gulf Co-operation Council countries, meanwhile, growth this year is reflected due to strong activity in the non-oil sector, while gross domestic product growth in oil-importing countries is projected to slow.

The World Bank reported oil-importing countries in the region had a debt-to-GDP ratio of roughly 90 per cent last year, nearly three times that of oil-exporting countries.

"The concern about debt is not just for Mena, but it's global … but it's particularly important in Mena and in particularly important for oil-importing countries," Ms. Gatti said.

Source: The National News

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Thomas

Economic

Central Bank

Chalmers will hand down his latest fiscal blueprint in just under four weeks' time, though as in previous years major announcements of economic policies and projections are expected to be trickled out in the lead up to the release.

“The degree of difficulty on that second surplus has come up a little bit,” Chalmers said in an interview with Bloomberg Television in Washington, where he's attending meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank. “That's certainly our goal - we're not quite there yet,” he said, adding that the economy is slowing and the labor market is softening.

Chalmers became the first Australian treasurer in more than a decade to announce a budget surplus in the fiscal year ending June 2023, underpinned by elevated commodity prices and a tight labor market. But with the local economy slowing under the weight of restrictive monetary policy and the geopolitical backdrop darkening, this may prove to be the last one for a while.

The center-left Labor government has run a tight fiscal policy since winning office in May 2022 to try to help the central bank bring down inflation, sparking a cost-of-living squeeze for Australians. It's now hoping tax cuts beginning in July and potential interest-rate cuts will ease pressure on heavily-indebted households and spur voters to re-elect the government at a poll due by mid-2025.

“We will ease people's cost of living pressures where we can with a tax cut for every taxpayer in our budget, but a big emphasis on investing in the future as well,” Chalmers said. However, he cautioned that pressures on the budget are “intensifying rather than easing” in the medium term, and “the revenue upgrades in this budget will be much, much smaller than what we've seen.”

Chinese Growth

China is Australia's largest trading partner and its demand for iron ore and other minerals has helped prop up prices and brought a fiscal windfall for the government's coffers. Still, China's wobbly property sector is a constant cause for concern when it comes to the strength of future demand for Australia's resource exports.

“Chinese growth has still been off a bit, has still been softer than a lot of us would like to see. And in our own budget we will forecast relatively sluggish growth by Chinese standards,” Chalmers said, pointing out that iron ore prices have fallen recently. That's the case “even though that number on Tuesday came in a little stronger than what people were anticipating,” he said.

On the upside, Beijing has removed most of its curbs on Australian exports that were imposed on the previous center-right government as ties went into freefall. Since Labor's election in May 2022, relations have steadily improved, though they're unlikely to return to previous highs given Beijing is now taking a more assertive military stance in the region.

RBA Reform

Chalmers declined to comment on monetary policy, but said he hoped that new central bank legislation would pass parliament soon. Australia's government and opposition are at loggerheads over the makeup of the Reserve Bank's new monetary policy committee, a showdown that threatens to derail legislation needed to overhaul the institution.

The Liberal-National coalition is demanding the government's RBA reform bill require all current board members to transition to a new monetary policy committee. Under the current version, Chalmers has the discretion to give them the option of joining the committee or a new governance board that will oversee the central bank.

Future Made in Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last week announced plans for an Inflation Reduction Act-style program to stimulate Australia's green manufacturing industries and drive the economy beyond its traditional minerals extraction base while bolstering economic security.

By year's end, the government will legislate the “Future Made in Australia Act,” which is intended as a catchall for “new and existing initiatives” to boost investment and create jobs in the fields of green manufacturing and high-tech.

Australia's goal is to be a “renewable energy superpower,” Chalmers said, adding that Australia is confident that it can attract private investment into the sector, but he didn't think this will lead to higher inflation. The government is considering “substantial” investments but they won't all be in the first year, Chalmers said.

Source: Bloomberg

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Alex

Economic

China’s cash-strapped property developers have been thrown a financial lifeline by the government through a new strategy — putting eligible housing projects on whitelists compiled by local authorities to help them get bank loans.

But the policy is creating tension between officials desperate to rescue their stagnant local property markets and financial institutions, who are under political pressure to hand out credit but are worried that lending to projects in a depressed market is high-risk and could saddle them with more nonperforming loans.

The pressure to disburse loans under the policy is significant for both the heads of local branches of national banks and the presidents of city commercial banks, several industry insiders told Caixin. Local governments have been convening meetings frequently with banks to report on the overall progress of loan disbursement and coordinate lending to projects listed in the whitelist mechanism.

“Bank presidents who perform poorly will be reprimanded and as for obtaining resources from local governments, they can forget about it,” one banking insider said.

The whitelist policy was jointly announced by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) in January as part of a broader financing coordination mechanism for the property sector that aims to ensure viable projects with sufficient collateral can obtain the financing they need to complete construction and deliver new homes to their owners.

As of the end of March, all 31 provincial-level governments on the Chinese mainland had established such coordination mechanisms, updates from the housing ministry show. Under the mechanisms, nearly 2,000 projects had obtained lines of credit from banks amounting to about 470 billion yuan ($64.9 billion). Among them, 1,247 had secured loans totaling 155.4 billion yuan.

Insufficient quality

An official working in the credit department of a major state-owned bank told Caixin that although local counterparts of the housing ministry have forwarded a significant number of whitelisted projects to the bank’s branches nationwide, only a few are of high quality and even fewer meet the bank’s lending criteria. “Some projects that clearly do not meet our loan requirements appear on the list,” the official said.

From the bank’s perspective, adding a project to the whitelist does not mean it’s risk-free, it merely serves as a bonus point, the person said. “For projects recommended by local housing departments, we carry out the necessary investigations and reviews as usual,” he said. “The fundamental requirements for loan approval and disbursement remain unchanged, but the process has become more efficient.”

Under the mechanism, local governments and financial institutions assess individual property projects rather than the developers backing them. Previously, many banks had adopted a stringent policy on lending, failing to distinguish between projects and developers in terms of risk assessment, industry insiders told Caixin. The change means the completion of some viable developments won’t be jeopardized even though developers themselves may be grappling with liquidity issues, they said.

A source working for a state-owned major bank told Caixin that separating the risks of a specific project from those of the developer makes it easier for banks to manage their risk exposure. They maintain strict control over the pace of fund disbursement and monitor the flow of the funds to ensure they are used for their intended purpose, he said.

Banking industry insiders told Caixin that lending to whitelisted projects is not a bonus point in the overall performance assessment of local branches, and that they will be held accountable if the loans turn sour.

Whitelist white knight

The whitelists cover two categories of projects: those that are operating smoothly and where additional financing will accelerate completion, and those that are temporarily struggling to progress and where funding support is provided to secure timely delivery of finished homes. Since the introduction of the mechanism, major domestic banks have been reviewing projects selected by local authorities and handing out loans based on the progress of individual projects.

Housing developments falling under the second category have been the main beneficiaries of the whitelists. A source working in the headquarters of a national joint-stock bank told Caixin that several projects had been on hold for some time as they were previously deemed ineligible for loans. But now they can be viewed as qualified for financing after being put on the whitelists, the source said.

Small and midsize private developers are also benefiting. Unlike their large or state-backed counterparts who normally receive preferential treatment from lenders, these private builders have faced discrimination in accessing financing. As the whitelist policy has been rolled out, many are now able to obtain funds from local banks, the official in a bank credit department told Caixin. “Although they are not getting huge sums of money, it’s still helping to relieve pressure on their finances,” he said.

Without the new mechanism, banks across the board may have scaled back lending for real estate-related projects, banking sources told Caixin. Even so, they cautioned against being too optimistic about its impact at this stage.

Sales of new homes have shown few signs of recovery, suggesting the downturn in the property market has not yet bottomed out. Last year, sales measured by value fell 6% nationwide following a 28.3% plunge in 2022, data from the National Bureau of Statistics show. The decline continued into the new year — the pace of the drop accelerated to 30.7% in the first quarter. Why China's Project Whitelists Can't Cure Real Estate Slump_1

Why China's Project Whitelists Can't Cure Real Estate Slump_1

China Vanke Co. Ltd., one of the country’s largest listed developers, reported a 43% year-on-year drop in sales by value in March after a 53% slump in February. Country Garden Holdings Co. Ltd. reported an 83% collapse in sales last month compared with the same period in 2023 after an 85% crash in February.

Many developers who are operating normally are cautious about joining the whitelists. An executive with one of China’s leading developers told Caixin that the industry generally views developers whose projects have been included as struggling with financing.

“We have no problem applying for loans now, but if we start requesting that a large number of our projects be whitelisted, it could raise suspicions about our liquidity,” he said.

Projects that make it onto the whitelists also face being seen as risky, as not all are deemed to meet lenders’ funding benchmarks, banking sources told Caixin.

Supply vs. demand

The biggest concern among lenders, however, lies in the market’s capacity to absorb completed homes. “At the moment, who can guarantee all newly built homes can be sold?” one bank insider said. “Providing funding to ensure the timely delivery of completed homes or to whitelisted projects only addresses supply-side problems. If demand fails to keep up, banks will see their money going down the drain.”

The whitelists can only partially alleviate financing constraints, but they cannot fundamentally turn the property slump around, a vice president of a provincial branch of a major bank told Caixin. The biggest problem facing the housing market is sluggish demand — be it from first-home buyers or those wanting to upgrade, he said, noting that optimism about the outlook has evaporated.

Multiple sources familiar with property sales told Caixin that due to the continued weakness in the market, many developers will need to rely on price cuts to drive sales in the coming months.

Discounting could potentially transmit the property sector’s risks to banks, the official in a bank credit department warned. “If the downward trend of home sales continues, dragging on home prices, the value of banks’ collateral will also fall,” he said.

Source：CaiXin

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Blue-chip stocks, the established giants of the stock market, have long been a cornerstone of successful investment strategies. These large, financially sound companies offer investors a compelling combination of stability, growth potential, and reliable dividends. As we navigate 2024, several blue-chip stocks stand out for their potential to deliver strong returns. Here's a look at 10 such companies, each offering unique advantages for a well-diversified portfolio.

1. Apple (AAPL): The tech titan Apple remains a top contender. Its unwavering brand loyalty, consistent innovation in hardware and software, and expanding services segment (Apple Music, iCloud) position it for continued growth.

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3. Johnson & Johnson (JNJ): A healthcare powerhouse, J&J boasts a robust portfolio of pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer health products. Its consistent focus on research and development, coupled with a strong brand reputation, ensures long-term stability.

4. Amazon (AMZN): The e-commerce behemoth continues to redefine retail. Beyond its dominant online marketplace, Amazon Web Services (AWS), its cloud computing platform, is a major revenue driver. Continued expansion into healthcare and logistics promises further growth.

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Investing in Blue Chips: A Strategic Approach

While these 10 blue-chip stocks offer promising potential, it's crucial to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Consider factors like the company's financial health, competitive landscape, future growth prospects, and dividend history. Building a diversified portfolio with blue chips from different sectors can help mitigate risk and ensure long-term financial stability.

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Conclusion

Blue-chip stocks provide investors with a solid foundation for a diversified portfolio. The 10 companies highlighted here represent established leaders in their respective industries, offering a combination of stability, growth potential, and reliable dividends. Careful research, coupled with a long-term investment approach, can help investors leverage the power of blue-chip stocks to achieve their financial goals.

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