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S&P Global Revises Meta's Outlook to 'Negative' on AI Spending and Cash Flow Concerns
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S&P Global Revises Meta's Outlook to 'Negative' on AI Spending and Cash Flow Concerns

S&P Global Ratings has revised its outlook on Meta Platforms from stable to negative, citing concerns over the company's rapidly increasing artificial intelligence investments and the pressure they are placing on its cash flow. The decision, announced on October 30, 2026, highlights growing uncertainty about whether Meta can generate sufficient returns from its expanding AI infrastructure.

By Rahul Bisht
Biggest-Ever Crypto Hack Impacts $6.3 Billion as Binance Works to Contain Fallout
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Biggest-Ever Crypto Hack Impacts $6.3 Billion as Binance Works to Contain Fallout

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is investigating a major security breach with an estimated financial impact of approximately $6.3 billion. The incident, reported on October 30, 2026, could become the largest cryptocurrency theft in history, raising fresh concerns about digital asset security and investor confidence.

By Rahul Bisht
Oil Prices Rise After Attack on Saudi Arabian Refinery Reignites Supply Concerns
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Oil Prices Rise After Attack on Saudi Arabian Refinery Reignites Supply Concerns

Global oil prices rose on Wednesday as renewed security concerns in Saudi Arabia heightened fears of potential disruptions to crude supplies from the Middle East. The reported missile attack on the kingdom’s largest oil refinery prompted traders to reassess supply risks, pushing benchmark prices higher after a decline in the previous session.

By Rahul Bisht
SpaceX Secures $40 Billion Debt Deal for AI Chips as Musk Warns of Neocloud Shakeout
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SpaceX Secures $40 Billion Debt Deal for AI Chips as Musk Warns of Neocloud Shakeout

SpaceX has closed a $40 billion debt financing deal to purchase graphics processing units (GPUs) for its expanding artificial intelligence infrastructure, CEO Elon Musk announced on October 25, 2026. The financing highlights the enormous cost of building AI computing capacity as technology companies compete for access to advanced chips and data centres.

By Rahul Bisht
eBay to Lay Off 9% of Workforce in Second Round of Job Cuts This Year
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eBay to Lay Off 9% of Workforce in Second Round of Job Cuts This Year

Online marketplace eBay plans to cut approximately 9% of its workforce, eliminating around 1,000 jobs in its second round of layoffs in 2026. Announced on October 21, the decision is part of CEO Jamie Iannone’s strategy to simplify operations and redirect resources towards the company’s fastest-growing business areas. The latest reductions come despite eBay’s strong stock performance and efforts to expand its presence in resale fashion, collectibles and authenticated luxury products.

By Rahul Bisht
Tesla Unveils New Roadster With SpaceX Thrusters and Supercar Performance
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Tesla Unveils New Roadster With SpaceX Thrusters and Supercar Performance

Tesla has unveiled its long-awaited next-generation Roadster, an electric sports car featuring rocket-style thrusters developed in collaboration with SpaceX. Revealed at a demonstration event in Texas on October 15, 2026, the redesigned vehicle showcased futuristic capabilities, including brief airborne manoeuvres and mid-air rotations. Tesla says production is expected to begin in 2028, although the car’s advanced features and regulatory requirements could affect when customers can take delivery.

By Rahul Bisht
Global Food Inflation Expected to Intensify as Supply Shocks Pile Up
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Global Food Inflation Expected to Intensify as Supply Shocks Pile Up

Global food inflation is expected to intensify through 2027 as geopolitical conflicts, extreme weather and rising agricultural costs put pressure on food supplies. Disruptions to major shipping routes, higher fuel and fertiliser prices, and concerns over crop production are pushing up commodity prices, raising the risk of more expensive groceries for households worldwide.

By Rahul Bisht
Fed’s Warsh Says AI Path Will Be ‘Very Bumpy’ but Ultimately ‘Very Good’ for Wealth
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Fed’s Warsh Says AI Path Will Be ‘Very Bumpy’ but Ultimately ‘Very Good’ for Wealth

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) will bring significant disruption to the economy, even as he remains optimistic about its long-term benefits for productivity and wealth creation. Speaking on October 16, 2026, during a discussion with International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, Warsh described AI as one of the most consequential economic changes of his lifetime.

By Rahul Bisht
Netflix to Lay Off Around 1,000 Employees, About 6% of Workforce
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Netflix to Lay Off Around 1,000 Employees, About 6% of Workforce

Netflix is reportedly planning to lay off approximately 1,000 employees, representing around 6% of its workforce. The move would mark a significant staffing reduction for the streaming company as it continues to manage costs and adjust its business priorities in a competitive entertainment market.

By Rahul Bisht
Super Micro Contractor Pleads Guilty in Scheme to Divert Nvidia AI Servers to China
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Super Micro Contractor Pleads Guilty in Scheme to Divert Nvidia AI Servers to China

A contractor linked to Super Micro Computer has pleaded guilty to participating in a scheme to illegally export advanced artificial intelligence servers containing Nvidia chips to China. The case involves allegations that approximately $2.5 billion worth of restricted US AI technology was targeted for diversion without the required export licences.

By Rahul Bisht
Honda Plans $2.5 Billion Hybrid Plant in Ohio, Nikkei Says
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Honda Plans $2.5 Billion Hybrid Plant in Ohio, Nikkei Says

Honda Motor is in the final stages of preparing a new hybrid vehicle production plant in Ohio, with the Japanese automaker planning to invest between 300 billion and 400 billion yen, or roughly $1.9 billion to $2.5 billion, according to Nikkei.

By Rahul Bisht
GM vs. Ford: Defense and Energy Fuel Rivalry
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GM vs. Ford: Defense and Energy Fuel Rivalry

The rivalry between General Motors and Ford Motor is moving well beyond the traditional battle for American car buyers. After more than a century of competing in vehicle sales, trucks and motorsports, the Detroit automakers are now going head-to-head in two very different areas: defense and energy. Both companies are looking for new sources of growth as the automotive industry faces tougher

By Rahul Bisht
WNBA Commissioner Engelbert to Retire in 2026
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WNBA Commissioner Engelbert to Retire in 2026

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has announced that she will retire at the end of 2026, bringing an end to more than seven years of leadership during one of the most important growth periods in the league’s history.

By Rahul Bisht
Google Starts September With AI Momentum
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Google Starts September With AI Momentum

Google is heading into September with renewed attention from investors as its artificial intelligence ambitions begin to provide a much-needed boost after a difficult stretch for the company's stock. Alphabet, Google's parent company, had recently faced growing pressure in the market as investors questioned the enormous cost of its AI investments and whether those spending plans would

By Rahul Bisht
Japan Faces Policy Reckoning Over Stimulus
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Japan Faces Policy Reckoning Over Stimulus

Japan is facing growing pressure to rethink its economic policies as the weakening yen, rising prices and heavy government spending create a difficult challenge for policymakers. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged Japan to move toward higher interest rates and step away from the large-scale stimulus policies that have shaped the country's economy for more than a

By Rahul Bisht
Xi & Putin Meet at SCO Summit as Ties Take Center Stage
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Xi & Putin Meet at SCO Summit as Ties Take Center Stage

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, as leaders from across Asia and other partner countries gather for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The two-day summit, taking place on August 31 and September 1, brings together major regional leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra

By Rahul Bisht
XPeng Shares Slide on Weak Delivery Outlook
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XPeng Shares Slide on Weak Delivery Outlook

Shares of Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng fell sharply in Hong Kong on Tuesday after its third-quarter vehicle delivery forecast came in below market expectations, overshadowing a major funding round that valued its robotics business at more than $6.3 billion. Xpeng shares were down more than 8% in early Hong Kong trading after the Guangzhou-based company forecast

By Rahul Bisht
Piyush Goyal Leads Indian Business Delegation to Japan
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Piyush Goyal Leads Indian Business Delegation to Japan

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is leading a delegation of more than 200 Indian business representatives to Japan as the two countries look to expand investment, industrial cooperation and partnerships in emerging technologies.

By Rahul Bisht
Oman Air and SalamAir Appoint New CEOs
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Oman Air and SalamAir Appoint New CEOs

Oman’s aviation sector is set for a major leadership transition after Oman Air and SalamAir announced new chief executives as both carriers pursue expansion and operational reforms. Oman Air has appointed Nasser Al Sharji as CEO, effective September 1, 2026. He will succeed Con Korfiatis, who will remain with the national carrier as an advisor to support the

By Rahul Bisht
Taiwan’s AI Boom Lifts 2026 Growth Forecast Above 11%
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Taiwan’s AI Boom Lifts 2026 Growth Forecast Above 11%

Taiwan’s economy is heading for exceptional growth in 2026 as surging global demand for artificial intelligence hardware fuels exports, semiconductor production and investment. However, economists warn that the current pace may be difficult to maintain. Taiwan’s statistics agency recently raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 11.05%, up from 9.64% projected in May. If

By Rahul Bisht
Japan Wholesale Inflation Slows to 7.2%
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Japan Wholesale Inflation Slows to 7.2%

Japan’s wholesale inflation eased slightly in July, with producer prices rising 7.2% year on year, according to official data released Thursday. The figure came in below economists’ expectations of 7.4% and was also marginally lower than the revised 7.3% increase recorded in June. The latest data suggests that price pressures at the producer level remain elevated, even as the pace

By Rahul Bisht
Oil and Bond Yields Rise as Hormuz Talks Stall
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Oil and Bond Yields Rise as Hormuz Talks Stall

Oil prices and US Treasury yields moved higher as escalating compensation demands between the United States and Iran reduced expectations of an imminent agreement over the Strait of Hormuz. The diplomatic standoff intensified after US President Donald Trump called for Iran to compensate Americans and others he says were harmed by Tehran-linked actions. Iran, meanwhile, has tied progress on

By Rahul Bisht
Manila Condo Buyer Pays ₱608K: Maceda Law Explained
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Manila Condo Buyer Pays ₱608K: Maceda Law Explained

An overseas Filipino worker who has already paid about ₱608,000 toward a preselling condominium in Metro Manila is facing a difficult decision as the capital’s property market contends with record unsold inventory, developer discounts and weaker pricing conditions. The buyer, identified as Peter, has been paying roughly ₱38,000 a month for 16 months toward a 32-square-metre condominium

By Rahul Bisht
Russ Savage Builds 4.7% Celsius Stake, Seeks CEO Role
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Russ Savage Builds 4.7% Celsius Stake, Seeks CEO Role

Rockstar Energy founder Russ Savage has built a sizeable stake in Celsius Holdings and is publicly positioning himself to lead the energy drink company following a difficult quarterly earnings report and a sharp decline in its share price. Savage now controls more than 12 million Celsius shares, representing roughly 4.7% of the company. The holding is valued at close to $300 million based on

By Rahul Bisht
American Airlines Limits Free Business-Class Upgrades
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American Airlines Limits Free Business-Class Upgrades

American Airlines is changing one of the most valuable benefits available to its elite frequent flyers, limiting complimentary Business Class upgrades on several of its longest domestic routes. Starting August 25, 2026, eligible AAdvantage status members travelling in the Main Cabin on selected transcontinental and Hawaii services will no longer automatically join the complimentary

By Rahul Bisht
Jamie Dimon Warns of High Market Leverage Risks
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Jamie Dimon Warns of High Market Leverage Risks

JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Jamie Dimon has warned that high levels of borrowing across global financial markets could increase the risk of sudden volatility. Speaking in an interview with CNBC, Dimon said margin debt had reached record levels, while additional borrowing remained hidden under different financial structures. He pointed to leverage linked to hedge funds, prime brokerages,

By Rahul Bisht
Emirates NBD to Acquire HSBC Egypt's Retail Banking Business
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Emirates NBD to Acquire HSBC Egypt's Retail Banking Business

Emirates NBD has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the retail banking business of HSBC Bank Egypt, marking a significant step in the UAE lender's regional expansion strategy and strengthening its presence in one of its key international markets. The transaction, announced on Sunday, will be carried out through Emirates NBD Egypt, the group's wholly owned subsidiary. Completion

By Rahul Bisht
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