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📈 markets · 20 Sept

Equity Markets Decline on Higher Yields, AI Safety Concerns

🏦 economy · 20 Sept

Goldman Sachs Links Low Consumer Sentiment to 'Happiness' Decline Despite Strong Economy

🌍 world · 20 Sept

Nippon Life Commits $13B to Data Center Financing, Primarily in US

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Quick Takes

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Bitcoin Surpasses $80,000, Ethereum Nears $2,620 Despite Hawkish Fed Stance

Despite a hawkish Federal Reserve signal and a legislative setback, Bitcoin recently climbed above $80,000 and Ethereum approached $2,620. This upward price action in major cryptocurrencies occurred even as the broader market reacted to the US central…

🌍 world

Turkey Stabilizes Markets After Fund Crisis Fuels Selloff

Turkey's government and central bank initiated measures to restore market confidence following a significant selloff triggered by a domestic fund crisis. The move aims to prevent further capital flight and stabilize the lira, which faced pressure…

Turkey’s Regulators Intervene After Fund Crisis Roils Markets

Turkish financial authorities are working to restore market stability following a significant selloff triggered by a liquidity crisis at a local fund. The Capital Markets Board and the banking regulator have announced measures aimed at reinforcing…

Draft Note Backs Rupee Payments for Domestic SEZ Services

A proposed policy adjustment could allow Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to settle payments in Indian Rupees for services procured from the domestic tariff area. This shift aims to reduce transaction costs, streamline operations for SEZ units, and…

BOJ Rate Check Lifts Yen Past ¥157 per Dollar

The Bank of Japan conducted a rate check, signaling potential intervention and driving the yen to ¥156.95 against the dollar. This move suggests the BOJ's concern over the currency's recent depreciation and a readiness to act, particularly as the yen…

💻 technology

Nvidia CEO Projects Doubled AI Chip Sales Next Year Amidst Supply Surge

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang forecasts a significant increase in AI chip shipments, expecting the company to sell twice as many chips in 2027 compared to 2026. This outlook signals sustained high demand within the AI infrastructure market, despite ongoing…

BOJ Raises Rates to 1.25%, Governor Ueda Signals Policy Shift

The Bank of Japan increased its policy rate to 1.25%, marking a decisive shift from its long-standing ultra-loose monetary stance. Governor Kazuo Ueda stated the move reflects a new phase in policy, driven by sustained inflation and wage growth. This…

RBI Maintains Repo Rate at 6.50% After Unanimous MPC Vote

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee voted unanimously to keep the repo rate at 6.50% for the eighth consecutive time. This decision reflects the central bank's focus on achieving its 4% inflation target and supporting economic…

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Deep Reads

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Uday Kotak Issues Seven Warnings for India's Economic Path

Uday Kotak, a prominent Indian banker, outlines seven critical areas for India's economic management, cautioning against complacency. His warnings span fiscal discipline, the need for increased domestic manufacturing, the risks associated with gold…

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🏦 economy5 min

Boosting Savings and Private Capital Essential for India's 7-8% Growth, Says N.K. Singh

India's ambition for sustained economic growth rates between 7% and 8% hinges on its ability to significantly increase domestic savings and attract more private capital. N.K. Singh, former head of the 15th Finance Commission, emphasizes that relying…

💻 technology5 min

Focused Ultrasound Targets Pancreatic and Brain Cancers; Efficacy, Cost Remain Hurdles

Focused ultrasound technology shows promise in treating hard-to-target cancers like glioblastoma and pancreatic cancer, with clinical trial advances expected within three years. While nearly 200 applications are under research, broader adoption hinges…

🌍 world5 min

FCC Clears Gulf Sovereign Funds to Take 49.5% Stake in Paramount

The FCC has approved Paramount Skydance's plan to sell indirect equity stakes totaling 49.5% to sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, waiving the statutory 25% foreign ownership ceiling on broadcast licensees. The $24 billion…

🏦 economy5 min

Moody's Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 7% on Resilience, Flags Inflation

Moody's Investors Service upgraded India's economic growth projection for fiscal year 2027 to 7%, citing persistent domestic demand and manufacturing strength. While the agency acknowledged India's resilience against global headwinds, it highlighted…

📈 markets5 min

China's Crude Imports Rebound, Eroding the Buffer That Capped Oil Prices

After months of subdued buying that helped limit the global oil price surge following the Iran war, China's crude imports are climbing again — 7.84 million bpd in September against 7.25 million bpd in August. Inventories have dropped from 1.25 billion…