Insights & Updates
Official announcements, research notes, and market commentary designed to keep our community informed.
Federal Reserve Policy Signals Stronger Dollar; eBayFX Reinforces Defensive Multi-Asset Allocation
Expectations of continued interest rate normalization by the U.S. Federal Reserve strengthened the dollar in October 2017, prompting...
Cryptocurrency Rally Accelerates Global Mining Demand as eBayFX Studies Energy-Efficient Infrastructure
Digital currency markets accelerated sharply in September 2017, with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies reaching record highs amid...
Rising Cryptocurrency Interest Drives eBayFX to Evaluate Industrial-Scale Mining Infrastructure
Digital asset markets drew increased global attention in June 2017 as Bitcoin prices surged past multi-year highs, prompting renewed...
Global Trade and Property Markets Strengthen as eBayFX Expands Commercial Real Estate Holdings
Improving economic indicators across the United States, Europe, and parts of Asia pointed to synchronized global growth in mid-2017,...
Oil Market Recovery Supports Energy Infrastructure Assets as eBayFX Expands Midstream Exposure
Oil markets continued their gradual recovery in April 2017 following coordinated production controls by major exporting nations and...
Gold Prices Stabilize as Investors Seek Safe Havens; eBayFX Reports Strength in Metals Holdings
Global gold prices stabilized in March 2017 as investors balanced improving equity markets with lingering geopolitical and currency risks...
Renewed Interest in Digital Assets Prompts eBayFX to Expand Blockchain Infrastructure Research
Digital asset markets regained attention in early 2017 as Bitcoin prices climbed back above the $1,000 level for the first time in...
Global Equities Rally on Growth Expectations as eBayFX Expands Infrastructure Allocation
Global equity markets opened 2017 with renewed momentum as investors responded positively to expectations of fiscal stimulus,...
Federal Reserve Rate Hike Signals Shift in Global Capital Flows; eBayFX Highlights Income-Focused Strategy
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates in December 2016 for only the second time since the global financial crisis, signaling...
Markets Swing Sharply After U.S. Election Result as eBayFX Shifts Toward Defensive Assets
Global financial markets reacted sharply on November 9, 2016, following the outcome of the United States presidential election. Overnight...
eBayFX Benefits from Energy Sector Stabilization as Oil Markets Recover
Following a prolonged downturn that saw crude oil prices fall below $30 earlier in the year, global energy markets showed signs of...
eBayFX Expands Digital Asset Research Following Rising Global Interest in Cryptocurrencies
On July 5, 2016, eBayFX expanded its digital asset research program to evaluate the growing global interest in cryptocurrencies and...
eBayFX Adjusts Portfolio Strategy Amid Brexit Market Volatility
Global financial markets experienced sharp volatility on June 24, 2016, following the United Kingdom’s referendum decision to leave the...
eBayFX Establishes Compliance and Governance Committee to Strengthen Regulatory Alignment
On June 14, 2016, eBayFX announced the formation of a dedicated Compliance and Governance Committee to further enhance regulatory...
eBayFX Expands Energy Holdings with Strategic Midstream Infrastructure Investments
On May 24, 2016, eBayFX expanded its energy portfolio through strategic investments in midstream infrastructure, including storage...
eBayFX Upgrades Trading Infrastructure with High-Performance Data Systems
On May 3, 2016, eBayFX announced a major upgrade to its internal trading and data infrastructure aimed at improving execution speed,...
eBayFX Strengthens Precious Metals Storage with International Vault Partnerships
On April 12, 2016, eBayFX expanded its precious metals security program by establishing new partnerships with internationally accredited...
eBayFX Enhances Institutional Services with Dedicated Client Support Division
On March 24, 2016, eBayFX announced the formation of a dedicated Institutional Client Support Division to better serve pension funds,...
eBayFX Introduces Multi-Asset Risk Management Framework for Capital Protection
On March 1, 2016, eBayFX formally introduced a new multi-asset risk management framework designed to further protect investor capital...
eBayFX Expands Real Estate Portfolio with Commercial Property Acquisitions
On February 8, 2016, eBayFX announced the acquisition of multiple income-generating commercial properties across North America and...
eBayFX Expands Global Reach with New Offices in Asia and South America
On January 15, 2016, eBayFX announced the opening of new regional offices in key markets across Asia and South America. This expansion...
