The super-rich turning to alternative investments, market risks mount
Family offices are increasing exposure to hedge funds, private equity and infrastructure as concerns over inflation, concentrated equity…
Read MoreDeveloping economies face 800mn jobs gap over the next 15 years
The World Bank warns that emerging economies may struggle to absorb a rapidly expanding working-age population, increasing pressure on…
Read MoreChina’s trade surplus tops $1tn as AI boom drives export growth
A record-breaking surplus in the first 10 months of 2026 highlights China’s growing dependence on overseas demand, even as weak domestic…
Read MoreGuernsey’s historic Havilland Hall estate listed for £65mn
The nearly 200-year-old private estate spans 80 acres and has links to former colonial-era administrators, a marmalade business dynasty and…
Read MoreUS, China set to lead global economy, Asia expands its share by 2040
The world economy is projected to reach $227tn by 2040, with the United States, China and India accounting for more than half of global…
Read MoreDemocratic midterm sweep reshapes Washington, AI stocks $2.5tn sell-off
Democrats are projected to secure their largest House majority in nearly two decades and take control of the Senate, while investor…
Read MoreWall Street reassesses AI investment as Democrats’ midterm victory
Technology and data-centre stocks come under pressure as investors anticipate tighter regulation, while renewable energy shares rally on…
Read MoreAI debt boom revives credit default swaps, investors seek protection
Rising borrowing to finance artificial intelligence infrastructure is driving demand for credit default swaps linked to major technology…
Read MoreGold falls to one-year low, tech selloff and rate-hike fears hit precious metals
Gold, long seen as the place to hide when markets turn rough, fell to its lowest price in a year on Friday, and silver, platinum and…
Read MoreGoogle’s first orbital TPU satellite working; space data centres are still long-term bet
Google’s prototype satellite for Project Suncatcher is online and talking to the ground, according to TechCrunch, which says a…
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