Horizons Middle East & Africa 11/17/2025

Bitcoin's market value has decreased by approximately $600 billion following a peak of over $126,000 in October. The rapid decline occurred without any clear trigger, as reported by Bloomberg. This significant drop highlights the volatility of the cryptocurrency market and raises concerns among investors regarding future price stability.

Kriti Gupta, Valerie Tytel, and Mark Cudmore discussed the current market dynamics on Bloomberg's 'The Opening Trade.' They highlighted that gold is considered a more effective hedge against fiat currency fluctuations compared to Bitcoin. This analysis reflects ongoing debates among investors regarding the relative stability and reliability of traditional assets like gold versus cryptocurrencies.

"Bloomberg: The Asia Trade" provides essential insights for traders as the Asian market opens. Live from Sydney and Singapore, hosts Paul Allen and Avril Hong deliver analysis and commentary from industry leaders on significant global market developments. This program aims to equip viewers with the knowledge needed to navigate the trading day effectively.

Apollo is transforming the management of insurance and pension funds on Wall Street, leading to the offshoring of hundreds of billions of dollars to Bermuda. This shift results in the loss of U.S. protections for these funds, as they are now subject to less regulatory oversight. The implications of this move raise concerns about the transparency and complexity of the financial strategies being employed.