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Carry trade has long been a strategy where investors borrow from countries with low interest rates, like Japan, and invest in countries with higher rates, such as the US.
For years, Japan’s near-zero rates made borrowing cheap, and investing in the US seemed like a safe bet with 5-5.5% returns. But times are changing!
The Bank of Japan increased its rates by 25 basis points, while the US is looking to cut rates due to economic weakness. This shift marks the end of a 17-year era of “riskless” profits for many traders.
Now, with the playing field changing, investors are becoming more risk-averse. It’s a reminder that in finance, strategies must evolve with the times.
How are you adapting your investment strategies to these shifts?
Let’s discuss this in the comments!
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