Real Vision: Finance & Investing BOJ Rate Hike, EU Loan to Ukraine, and Bitcoin Volatility: PALvatar Market Recap, December 19 2025
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Dec 19, 2025 The Bank of Japan's recent rate hike pushes yields to a 26-year high, impacting global markets. Meanwhile, the EU announces a €90 billion loan to support Ukraine amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges. In the crypto realm, Bitcoin experiences wild fluctuations between $84,500 and $90,000 following softer U.S. inflation data. Significant regulatory changes are underway with crypto-friendly nominees confirmed in the Senate, and SoFi launches a unique dollar-pegged stablecoin, marking a new era in digital finance.
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Year-End Reflection And Event Plug
- Raoul Pal reflects on 2025 being tough and previews the Crypto Gathering in Miami Beach in January.
- He mentions a new social pass for companions and the holiday content schedule.
Take A Holiday Market Break
- Take a market break over the holidays to recharge and avoid burnout from 2025's tough year.
- Raoul Pal recommends spending time with family and stepping away from screens before a busy January.
BOJ Tightening Shifts Global Rates
- The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark rate 25bps to ~0.75%, the highest since 1995, signalling a shift from long-standing easing.
- The move pushed 10-year JGB yields to 26-year highs and weakened the yen against the dollar, altering global rate dynamics.