Trump's Crypto Revolution: New Highs, Wall Street Resurgence, and Strategic Opportunities in 2025 | Weekly Business Briefs w/ Martin Perdomo

Could Trump's recent embrace of cryptocurrency be the game-changer the digital finance world has been waiting for? Join us for an electrifying exploration into how the former President's unexpected shift could redefine the crypto landscape. With Bitcoin rocketing 29% to a new high of $88,000 and Trump's promises to support crypto mining and shake up the SEC leadership, the potential for transformation is immense. Dive into the implications of a White House that could be crypto-friendly and the staggering $245 million the industry poured into supporting pro-crypto candidates in the latest election.

But the financial excitement doesn't stop there. Wall Street is experiencing a resurgence, with bonuses bouncing back after two years of decline. Learn from industry expert Alan Johnson of Johnson Associates, who reveals why 2025 is shaping up to be a year of optimism and strategic opportunity. Whether you're eyeing the soaring equity markets or ready to tap into booming M&A deals, we'll guide you through the latest trends and help you position yourself for success in real estate or stocks. Prepare to capitalize on these promising shifts and take the leap toward building your legacy.

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Just as JFK boldly promised to send a man to the moon, former President Trump is setting his sights on launching the next big frontier cryptocurrency, and Wall Street is cashing in big for the first time since 2021. But what does it mean for you? It's Wednesday, november 13th, 2024, and it's time to get down to business and dive into the top news in this week's weekly business brief. Make sure you like and subscribe to the podcast if you like this content and you'd like to continue to get content just like this. Since Trump was elected last week, bitcoin has surged guys 29%, hitting a record high of nearly $88,000. That is not just Bitcoin. Ethereum, dogecoin and even crypto exchange Coinbase has seen massive gains, with the industry buzzing about Trump's potential influence as crypto's new ally in the White House. Here's where it gets really interesting. Trump, once a crypto critic, is now diving headfirst into the world of digital assets. He's promising to ramp up crypto mining in the US Stockpile sees Bitcoin and even removed the current SEC Chair, gary Gensler, a known crypto skeptic. Well, this is really interesting, and it's no wonder. This election cycle, the cryptocurrency contributed to a staggering $245 million to pro-crypto candidates, many of whom have won or are projected to win. Looking ahead, investors are betting big on bitcoin's future, with the odds of it hitting a hundred thousand this year rising guys 61. So if you let crypto and you think that that's uh and you believe on these odds, that walsh is saying by.

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But even with the friendlier faces in Washington, crypto still faces challenges, especially from traditional banks that are wary of the risk. Whether you're in real estate or stocks, it's time to pay attention. Wall Street professionals poised to receive heftier bonuses this year. But why? After two years of declines, it's all turning around, thanks to a boost in dealmaking, a surge in equity markets and the Federal Reserve finally cutting interest rates. According to Johnson Associates, a top compensation consultancy, the numbers are up across the board. Key numbers you need to know. Investment bankers in debt underwriting will see the biggest gains. Bonuses could jump 25% to 35% guys. Those in equity capital markets expect a 15% to 25% bump. Traders are cashing in on market volatility, with equity sales and trading pros seeing a 15 to 20% rise. On the flip side, bonuses for retail and commercial bankers are expected to stay flat or even decline. Alan Johnson, founder of Johnson Associates, says this year has been surprisingly good and the industry is optimistic about 2025, especially with potential new M&A deals coming down the pipeline. This is a powerful reminder that the market rewards positioning and the importance of keeping your eye on where the money is flowing.

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Positioning and the importance of keeping your eye on where the money is flowing. I'm a huge advocate of that. Studying the market, studying what I'm doing, and so I can see. As the great Wayne Gretzky used to say, follow where the puck is going. Are you positioning yourself to cash in on the opportunities like this? You've heard the numbers Bonuses up 35% in some areas. M&a deals on the rise.

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Today. The only thing standing between you and success is the action you take right now or the next steps you take. Don't wait. Let's build the legacy together, guys, the next four years, with all of this great news in the business world. It's up to you, and only you, to decide where you'll be at the end of 2028. Take advantage of all of these things that are happening in the market or not. It's going to be up to you. Anyways, this has been your weekly business brief. Stay safe, peace out.