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US Futures Slip as Neocloud IPO Elice Flops, SpaceX Results Loom
The return of artificial-intelligence angst pushed Nasdaq futures lower on Tuesday, as South Korean neocloud company Elice Inc.’s debut tanked, spurring concern about the sustainability of the global AI boom. Investors are also on edge ahead of a spate of tech earnings this week, including SpaceX and Netflix Inc. after the bell.
US Heading for a Slowdown, Not a Recession, Says Crossmark’s Fernandez
Victoria Fernandez, chief market strategist at Crossmark Global Investments, explains the factors she sees pointing to a slowdown in the US economy and markets. She speaks on “Bloomberg Surveillance.” (Source: Bloomberg)
‘My husband suffered a massive stroke at 53’: I’m 64 and will rent…
“Ill-timed circumstances can change our financial future in unexpected ways.”
Storm Austen to Boost Wind Power in Europe as Gas Prices Surge
The first named storm of this autumn is set to lash the UK and northwest Europe with heavy rain and wind in the coming days, potentially bringing some relief to elevated power prices.
US Power-Grid Strains Become a Year-Round Problem
Booming demand from AI means supply constraints are no longer limited to summer and winter.
Halliburton Sees Multi-Year Demand Growth From Energy Disruption
Halliburton Co. is predicting years of growing demand for oil field services as nations in the Middle East rebuild energy assets and infrastructure damaged in the Iran war.
The AI boom is getting all the attention. We’re about to find out how the rest of…
Earnings season shifts into higher gear, with fresh clues about consumer spending and the health of corporate America beyond the tech sector.
Barclays Says Cycle Peaking for Data Center Equipment Vendors
Companies making power and electrical equipment to serve data centers are facing growing risks of a pricing squeeze by top artificial intelligence labs, according to analysts at Barclays Plc.
France's parliament approves vote to hit stablecoin trades with 31% capital gains tax
Amendment I-3898 removes tax deferral for MiCA-compliant stablecoins starting January 2027.
France’s Lack of Fiscal Anchor a Concern for Markets, Says Vanda’s Nordvig
Jens Nordvig, president and co-founder at Vanda, examines the market impact of political instability and riots in France and the options available to the European Central Bank to help the situation. He speaks on “Bloomberg Surveillance.” (Source: Bloomberg)
US Must Weigh Ukraine Missile Needs Against Others, Rubio Says
The US must balance Ukraine’s urgent requests for air-defense missiles with similar demands it’s receiving from other allies, and with the needs of its own military, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
Equity weakness could damp demand for bitcoin after biggest ETF inflows in a month
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Political Risk Makes France a Go-To Market for Short Sellers
Political risk in France has become so elevated that its stock market has turned into the largest short in Europe and the US for some investors, according to Barclays Plc strategists.
Blood clots are ‘incredibly common,’ even for pro athletes like Jalen…
Research has found that it can take more than six months for professional athletes to return to play after being treated for a deep-vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.
JPMorgan sees 10% annual bitcoin returns, topping stocks, bonds and gold over next decade
The report marks the first time JPMorgan has put a range on bitcoin returns in its research, though the bank remains cautious about BTC's role in portfolios.
Senegal Eurobonds Fall as Budget Standoff Puts IMF Deal at Risk
Senegal’s dollar bonds weakened after opposition leader Ousmane Sonko threatened to block a revised budget for this year and 2027 spending plan, raising concern this could complicate its debt restructuring and delay a new International Monetary Fund program.
Traders are growing wary of a copper price crash with no sign of tariffs
A historic shift in global inventories has helped drive copper to records, but the trade behind the rally is looking increasingly fragile.
A Giant Debt Quandary Now Looms Within the US Political Horizon
The incoming cohort of US senators will face crucial questions about Social Security’s finances on their watch.
ECB’s Rehn Says French Spread to Germany Has Widened ‘Somewhat’
French bond spreads relative to German bunds have widened “somewhat” as a result of both global and country-specific factors, European Central Bank Governing Council member Olli Rehn said.
Thames Water, Creditors Offer Pimco a Compromise on New Debt
Thames Water and some of its creditors have offered Pacific Investment Management Co. a compromise in exchange for the asset manager’s endorsement of a deal to raise £2.4 billion ($3.2 billion) of additional rescue debt.
Auge de los GLP-1 impulsa un peligroso mercado clandestino en Brasil
Los medicamentos para bajar de peso están en auge en Brasil. Y también un mercado clandestino que alimenta el crimen y pone en riesgo la salud de millones de personas. (Source: Bloomberg)
Codelco Sets European Copper Premium at Record $350 a Ton
Codelco will charge a record premium of $350 a ton to supply European customers next year, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Colombia Passes 16% Budget Increase After IMF Fiscal Warning
Colombian lawmakers early Tuesday approved a 16% budget increase, adding to investor concerns over the nation’s growing debt burden.
Bank of England Considers Stress Testing AI’s Effect on the Financial Sector
While the Bank of England is busy stress testing the UK’s private markets, another threat is looming in the minds of regulators.