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US widens AI-driven investment gap with Europe
US outpaces Europe in AI infrastructure spending, widening competitive gap.
Climate is driving new geostrategy
Climate change reshaping global trade, logistics, and geopolitical strategy.
A ‘democratised’ financial crisis is still a crisis
FT warns private credit insurance boom may mask systemic risks in financial markets.
Shell draws Exxon interest in $8bn US chemical assets sale
Shell seeks buyers for $8bn US chemical assets; Exxon and LyondellBasell interested.
Analysts’ views: forecasters continue to see Fed and Bank of England on hold this year
Survey of forecasters shows Fed and BoE on hold, while ECB and BoJ to hike this year.
European allies flock to Kyiv to pledge more defences against Russian bombardment
European leaders pledge more arms to Ukraine amidst Russian bombardment, signaling sustained conflict.
Alibaba, YMTC Fundraising Hits China Tech Stocks on Supply Woes
Alibaba and YMTC fundraising raise supply concerns, pressuring Chinese tech stocks.
Exxon, Apollo Among Suitors for Shell US Chemicals Unit, FT Says
Shell attracts suitors including Exxon and Apollo for its US chemicals unit.
Trump: [No Title] - Post from August 24, 2026
Trump posted on truth_social: Covers market-sensitive topics (China, tariffs, Fed, oil); specific stance unknown, but broad impact likely.
Trump: [No Title] - Post from August 24, 2026
Trump posted on truth_social: Trump's post on tariffs/Fed/China signals potential policy shifts; markets likely to react to trade tensions.
Investing Equity Analysis Services - Paid?
Retail trader critiques paid analysis services, finds they promote stocks after run-ups, seeking to front-run.
Alibaba plunges after announcing $10.2 billion share placement to fund AI push
Alibaba drops 10% on $10.2B share placement, diluting shares to fund AI investments.