BlackRock's Move to Bitcoin as Inflation Hedge Amid Insider Data Leak
Thursday, 18 April 2024, 05:28
Did BlackRock Receive Inflation Data in Advance?
BlackRock's focus on Bitcoin is fueled by reports of early inflation insights provided to top Wall Street firms, including allegations of privileged data exchanges within the consumer price index.
The Impact on Asset Trading and Policies
The revelations have led to scrutiny on the potential impact of the leaked information on asset trading and Federal Reserve decisions, prompting responses from the BLS as they aim to restore trust and fairness.
- BlackRock asserts its bullish stance on Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation risks, influenced by recent cautionary remarks from the IMF on US fiscal deficits.
- The performance of BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) highlights the increasing demand for Bitcoin ETFs as a response to global uncertainty and market volatility.
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