Monthly Archives: January 2026
Private Equity in 2026 — The Era of Selective Growth and Secondary Liquidity
(HedgeCo.Net) As 2026 arrives, private equity is entering a more disciplined, selective phase following years of aggressive capital deployment and historically high valuations. While the asset class remains structurally attractive for institutional allocators, the rules of engagement are changing. The […]
Hedge Funds in 2026 — Dispersion, Volatility, and the Return of Alpha
(HedgeCo.Net) Hedge funds are poised to benefit from one of the most favorable environments in years as markets head into 2026. After a decade dominated by beta-driven returns, dispersion across asset classes, regions, and sectors is once again creating fertile […]
Crypto and Digital Assets in 2026 — Institutionalization Accelerates
(HedgeCo.Net) Crypto markets enter 2026 far more institutionalized than in prior cycles. Spot ETFs, regulated custody solutions, and clearer compliance frameworks have transformed digital assets from speculative instruments into portfolio components for traditional investors. Firms such as Coinbase and BlackRock are playing a central […]
Tokenization, ETFs, and the Institutionalization of Digital Assets
(HedgeCo.Net) Digital assets are no longer operating on the fringe of finance. In 2026, the sector is becoming fully embedded within institutional portfolios, driven by regulatory clarity, infrastructure maturity, and product innovation. Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have transformed access, […]
S&P 500 futures rise after Tuesday’s post-inaugural rally:
(CNBC) S&P 500 futures rose Tuesday night after the first trading session post Inauguration Day ended with strong gains. S&P 500 futures rose 0.2%, while Nasdaq 100 futures gained 0.5%. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were near the flatline. To read this article:
Netflix shares soar as company reports surging revenue, tops 300 million subscribers
(CNBC) The company surpassed 300 million paid memberships during the quarter, adding a record 19 million subscribers. Netflix said the growth was driven by its content slate, improved product and typical fourth-quarter seasonality. The company also shared that including “extra […]
China stocks fall after Trump suggests tariffs on Beijing could come into effect by next month
(CNBC) Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Wednesday, with China stocks declining after President Donald Trump’s comments on imposing a 10% tariff on China. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.26%. Japan’s Nikkei 225 added 1.36%, and the Topix rose 0.87%. South Korea’s Kospi added 3.67% while the Kosdaq traded […]
Trump says he’s considering a 10% tariff on China beginning as soon as Feb. 1
(CNBC) President Donald Trump said that his team was discussing a 10% tariff on China and that the duty could take effect as early as Feb. 1. “We’re talking about a tariff of 10% on China based on the fact that they’re […]
Trump announces AI infrastructure investment backed by Oracle, OpenAI and Softbank
(CNBC) President Donald Trump announced a joint venture Tuesday with OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank to invest billions of dollars in artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States. The project, dubbed Stargate, was unveiled at the White House by Trump, Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison. […]
Trump’s SEC launching ‘crypto task force’ to develop clear regulations for industry
(CNBC) The Trump administration took its first steps Tuesday toward an expected lowering of regulatory barriers for cryptocurrency. In a long-awaited move from the digital assets industry, the Securities and Exchange Commission announced that acting Chair Mark Uyeda has launched a “crypto […]