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Sofia Alvarez

FX & Central Banks Editor

Sofia Alvarez has spent 10 years reporting on currency markets and monetary policy, with a focus on Federal Reserve, ECB, and emerging-market central bank decisions. She holds a master's degree in economics from the London School of Economics and previously worked as a macro analyst at a foreign exchange desk. Her coverage explains how policy shifts and rate decisions move currency and bond markets.

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Latest by Sofia Alvarez

Taiwan's Central Bank Intervened in Forex Market in June, Reserves Decline

Jul 8, 2026

Taiwan's central bank has confirmed it intervened in the foreign exchange market in June, leading to a decrease in the country's foreign exchange reserves to $597.15 billion.

Douglas Elliman Stock Declines After Announcing AI-Powered Restructuring

Jul 8, 2026

Shares of the luxury real estate brokerage Douglas Elliman fell in premarket trading after the company revealed a major technology transformation plan centered on artificial intelligence and the launch of a new data intelligence company.

U.S. Treasury Yields Fall as Weak June Jobs Report Shifts Rate Outlook

Jul 8, 2026

U.S. Treasury yields declined on Monday as investors assessed a weaker-than-expected June jobs report, prompting a reevaluation of inflation and interest rate trajectories. Markets are now focused on the upcoming release of the Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting minutes.

Citi: Strong Japanese Stocks Driving Yen Weakness

Jul 8, 2026

According to analysts at Citi, the Japanese yen's recent weakness is closely linked to the historically high levels of the country's equity markets. This trend is reportedly driven by investors selling the yen for hedging and rebalancing purposes.

Barclays: US Equities Historically Recover Strongly After Midterm Elections

Jul 8, 2026

According to an analysis by Barclays, U.S. stocks typically experience a significant recovery following midterm elections, with the technology sector historically being a primary beneficiary of reduced policy uncertainty.

Strategy Inc. Unveils Capital Framework Featuring $2.55B Reserve and Bitcoin Sales Authorization

Jul 8, 2026

Strategy Inc. has announced a new capital management framework that establishes a $2.55 billion USD reserve, authorizes two $1 billion repurchase programs, and permits the sale of Bitcoin for specific financial purposes.

Autheo Launches Mainnet for its 'Internet Operating System' to Unify Web, Blockchain, and AI

Jul 8, 2026

After five years of development and significant testnet adoption, Autheo has launched its mainnet, a decentralized platform designed to function as a coordination layer for traditional web services, blockchain networks, and AI agents.

Solidion Technology to Purchase SpaceX Shares for Corporate Treasury

Jul 8, 2026

Dallas-based battery materials company Solidion Technology, Inc. has announced its intention to acquire shares of SpaceX as a long-term strategic investment for its corporate treasury.

Valle Capital Token Launches Ecosystem for Agribusiness and Real-World Assets

Jul 8, 2026

Valle Capital Token (VCT) has announced a new blockchain-based ecosystem on the BNB Smart Chain designed to connect digital capital with Brazilian agribusiness and commodity exports through the tokenization of real-world assets.