Ripple is the most actively traded crypto in Japan, and its market capitalization ranks it as the third-largest crypto overall as of the end of 2024. This report offers an analysis of Ripple's framework, which operates on a distinct system compared to other blockchains, as well as its prospective future, especially regarding international payment and enhances cross-border transaction.

This 2025 Outlook report provides a comprehensive review of 2024 and outlook for 2025 across asset classes in the US, China, Japan and crypto. While 2024 saw varied market performances with different developments in each region, the outlook for 2025, as forecasted by current market, is optimistic with anticipated stable growth influenced by policies.

This report analyses 2020-2024 share price performance and IPO capital raising trends for large-cap and small-cap companies in Hong Kong, China ADRs and Japan, noting large caps generally outperformed small caps due to better fundamentals and resilience in current volatile markets.

This report examines Polygon's evolution from its launch as Matic Network in 2017 to becoming a leading multi-layer blockchain platform with advanced scaling solutions like zkEVM, while addressing challenges such as competition.

EquitiesFirst has partnered with private banks to offer high-net-worth and institutional investors a low-cost, non-recourse financing solution that enables clients to leverage equity and crypto holdings for liquidity while retaining upside potential. This collaboration presents a cost-effective alternative to traditional hedging, providing flexible loan terms and significant downside protection in fluctuating markets.

Hang Seng Index has strongly rebounded since September 2024, driven by monetary easing from the PBOC, relaxed property market policies and supportive actions from China’s leadership, all contributing to renewed investor confidence and market momentum in China.