In a dramatic shake-up of its global investment banking operations, HSBC has announced plans to exit its mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory and equity capital markets (ECM) businesses in Europe, the United Kingdom, and the Americas. This move represents HSBC’s most significant retrenchment from investment banking in decades and underscores the bank’s continued strategic pivot […]

AI Disruptor DeepSeek Shakes Global Tech Markets Technology stocks rebounded on Tuesday, clawing back some of the massive losses triggered by the emergence of China’s DeepSeek AI, a low-cost artificial intelligence assistant that reportedly operates at a fraction of the cost of existing solutions. Nvidia, the AI chipmaking leader, saw its stock close up 8.9% […]

The global financial markets were rocked on Monday as a massive selloff in technology stocks wiped billions from valuations, marking one of the most turbulent days for the sector in recent memory. The catalyst? A revolutionary low-cost artificial intelligence model unveiled by Chinese startup DeepSeek, which analysts believe could threaten the dominance of established players […]

In a move that underscores its resilience and ambition, Bahrain is preparing to issue $2-3 billion in international bonds and sukuk in 2025. This follows the successful $1 billion sukuk issuance by state-owned Bapco Energies earlier this month, highlighting the nation’s commitment to solidifying its position as a leader in the Islamic finance sector. Economic […]

In a significant development underscoring the deepening economic and strategic ties between the United States and Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the kingdom’s intention to invest $600 billion in the U.S. over the next four years. This pledge, made during a congratulatory phone call to President Donald Trump following his recent inauguration, […]

Global foreign direct investment (FDI) reached an estimated $1.4 trillion in 2024, marking an 11% increase compared to the previous year, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). This rebound in FDI was attributed to improved global economic activity, recovery in some key sectors, and the effects of significant multinational transactions […]

In a remarkable display of economic strength, the United States has achieved a record-breaking share of global foreign direct investment (FDI), cementing its position as a magnet for international capital. Recent data highlights the robust momentum of the U.S. economy, which continues to outpace other global powers, including Europe and China. According to data analyzed […]

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, Japan’s premier business federation, Keidanren, has called upon the new U.S. administration to cultivate a business climate conducive to mutual investments. Masakazu Tokura, Keidanren’s chairman, emphasized the importance of predictable policies that instill confidence in businesses considering cross-border ventures. This appeal follows a contentious decision by former […]

In a historic move to position itself as a key player in global climate initiatives, Indonesia has officially opened its carbon exchange to international buyers. The launch marks a significant expansion of the country’s existing carbon market, which was introduced in September 2023 for domestic participants. This development is a vital step toward achieving Indonesia’s […]

New insights into the rapidly growing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry highlight a record-breaking global investment of £14.7 billion (€17.4 billion), marking a critical step toward decarbonizing the aviation sector. The analysis, titled The Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Global Investment Analysis, was developed by Innovate UK Business Connect to examine the sources of private investment, national […]