WisdomTree Newsletter 19 Dec 2024
Welcome to the 25th and final issue of WisdomTree's newsletter for 2024. In this edition, we highlight two significant milestones in our journey: the 5-year anniversary of WisdomTree Physical Bitcoin (BTCW) and the 1-year anniversary of the WisdomTree Megatrends UCITS ETF (WMGT). Additionally, we share our latest insights, resources, and podcasts.
🎊Product Anniversary
WisdomTree Physical Bitcoin (BTCW)
Since its launch in 2019, BTCW has provided investors with simple, secure, and low-cost access to Bitcoin, one of the most transformative asset classes of the last decade. Discover more on our strategy page here.
WisdomTree Megatrends UCITS ETF (WMGT)
Over the past year, WMGT has offered a one-stop solution for capturing future growth potential across 16 dynamic themes. From AI innovation to the energy transition, this multi-thematic strategy provides diversified access to the structural shifts reshaping our world, all in one ETF. Discover more on our strategy page here.
🕵️ Thought Leadership
WisdomTree European Thematic Update – November 2024
Discover the latest insights from WisdomTree's European thematic monthly update, spotlighting key takeaways from November and year-to-date. November saw strong performance, with 15 themes outperforming the MSCI ACWI, which returned 3.7%. Read our latest update here.
Commodity Monthly Monitor October/November 2024
The latest edition of the WisdomTree Commodity Monthly Monitor is now available. Download the full report here.
WisdomTree Crypto Monthly Report – November 2024
The latest edition of the WisdomTree Crypto Monthly Report is now available. Download the full report here.
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📝 Latest Insights
Bitcoin vs XRP: understanding two giants of the crypto world
Explore the unique roles Bitcoin and XRP play in shaping the cryptocurrency ecosystem in our latest blog by Dovile Silenskyte, CFA. From Bitcoin’s status as “digital gold” to XRP’s transformation of cross-border payments, discover how these assets drive #blockchain innovation and what sets them apart. Read more here.
Opportunities and challenges of thematic investing: how to diversify your exposure
Thematic investing is growing fast, with 92% of professional investors already allocating to these strategies. Yet challenges like too many options, portfolio overlap, and timing persist. In his latest blog, Pierre Debru explains how multi-thematic strategies can help simplify decisions and offer diversified exposure to long-term trends. Read more here.
Copper to benefit from China's policy pivot
China's policy pivot signals potential for economic revitalization, with copper poised to benefit. From Electric Vehicles (EVs) to real estate, diverse demand could boost prices. Explore Nitesh Shah's insights on China's economic strategy and its impact on commodities here.
📻 Podcasts
Platinum: Supply, demand, and market dynamics | The Commodity Exchange
In this episode of The Commodity Exchange, Nitesh and Mobeen discuss the current state and future outlook of platinum with Edward Sterck from the World Platinum Investment Council. They explore the fascinating dynamics of platinum as a commodity, including supply constraints, demand from the automotive sector, the role of hydrogen, and the impact of geopolitical factors such as the Russia-Ukraine war. The conversation also delves into jewellery demand, the relationship between platinum and gold, and the influence of palladium on platinum pricing.
AI's cognitive revolution: Transforming minds and machines | The Next Big Thing
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris and Mobeen are joined by Rebecca Rapple, Founder at NINEDOT, to explore the cognitive revolution that is currently underway thanks to AI. They delve into how advancements in artificial intelligence are transforming human intelligence, discuss key innovations driving this revolution, and predict what the future holds for AI technology. Tune in to discover the top trends in AI and how this cognitive revolution is reshaping our world.
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