President Trump proposed banning large institutional investors from buying single-family homes to lower prices and improve affordability, but analysts believe the impact would be minimal due to the small market share of such investors and regional variations in ownership.
Institutional investors own a small overall share of US single-family rental homes, but their ownership is heavily concentrated in Southern and Sun Belt cities like Atlanta, Dallas, and Phoenix, where they control significant portions of the rental market. President Trump has proposed banning large institutional investors to make homeownership more affordable, but experts argue that the real issue is a nationwide housing shortage, and that concentration of ownership could lead to higher rents and market power concerns.
President Trump proposed banning Wall Street from buying single-family homes, but industry insiders and analysts believe the impact on the market will be minimal as the business model has shifted away from competing directly with individual buyers, with major investors now focusing on new developments and partnerships with homebuilders. The market reaction was initially negative, but experts suggest the actual effect on the industry will be limited, especially if exemptions are made for new construction and existing portfolios.
President Trump announced plans to ban large institutional investors from purchasing additional single-family homes, citing concerns over housing affordability and market impact, and plans to seek congressional support for this measure, amid ongoing debates about the role of investors in the US housing market.
BitMine Immersion Technologies has announced it now holds over 3.97 million ETH, representing more than 3.2% of the total ETH supply, and has total holdings of $13.3 billion including crypto and cash. The company is the largest ETH treasury globally, supported by major institutional investors, and aims to acquire 5% of ETH. It is also highly traded in the US stock market, with plans for a shareholders meeting in Las Vegas in January 2026.
Renowned short seller James Chanos closed his $MSTR/Bitcoin hedge after 11 months, signaling a potential end to the Bitcoin treasury bear market, amid shifting institutional sentiment and a possible market reversal, though volatility remains.
BitMine Immersion has become the world's largest Ethereum treasury and second-largest crypto treasury overall, with holdings exceeding $8.8 billion, supported by major institutional investors, and trading an average of $2.8 billion daily, reflecting significant growth and market influence.
BitMine Immersion has become the world's largest ETH treasury with over $6.6 billion in crypto holdings, including 1.52 million ETH, supported by prominent institutional investors. The company's stock is highly liquid, trading an average of $6.4 billion daily, and aims to acquire 5% of ETH, positioning itself as a major player in the crypto and financial markets.
BitMine has become the world's largest ETH treasury with over $4.96 billion in holdings, increasing by $2 billion in a week, supported by top institutional investors, and ranks as the 25th most liquid US stock with an average daily trading volume of $2.2 billion.
Large institutional investors are increasingly bullish on U.S. stocks, particularly the S&P 500, which is nearing its record high and may experience a 'melt up' driven by heightened risk appetite, although this could lead to a short-term top and potential market correction.
Tesla's stock has dropped over 15% in a week amid fluctuating trading volumes and changing investor sentiment, with recent headlines about Elon Musk possibly influencing big-money participation and retail investor behavior.
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a record-breaking $3.13 billion weekly inflow, largely driven by U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, reflecting increased investor confidence and the impact of Donald Trump's presidential election victory. This surge marks the seventh consecutive week of positive inflows, with Bitcoin leading the charge, while altcoins like Solana, XRP, and Litecoin also saw significant institutional interest. BlackRock's IBIT dominated the market, contributing significantly to the inflows, highlighting the evolving dynamics and growing appeal of digital assets.
Cardano (ADA) is experiencing a significant price surge as whales and institutional investors accumulate the cryptocurrency, according to crypto analyst Ali Martinez. Large transactions on the Cardano network have exceeded $22 billion daily, with whales increasing their holdings by over 100% in the past month. Martinez suggests that if ADA maintains its support level at $0.80, it could potentially target a price of $6, mirroring its previous bullish cycle. ADA is currently trading at $1.06, showing substantial gains recently.
Bitcoin has reached a new record high of over $94,000, driven by increased trading volumes and interest from institutional investors. The cryptocurrency's price is expected to continue rising, with a potential target of $154,000 based on technical analysis. Key support levels to watch are around $70,000 and $55,000, which could attract buying interest during any pullbacks. The recent surge is partly attributed to optimism surrounding the incoming Trump administration's potential policies and developments in the digital asset market.
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF is set to begin options trading on Nasdaq, marking a significant step in integrating Bitcoin into traditional finance. This development is expected to expand Bitcoin's derivatives market, which is currently underdeveloped compared to equities and commodities. The introduction of options trading will allow institutional investors to hedge more effectively and could lead to increased market participation and reduced volatility. The move is seen as a major evolution for Bitcoin in financial markets.