While many expect countries to either ramp up or cut borrowing drastically, Spain plans to maintain its net debt issuance at approximately €55 billion for 2026, matching its 2025 levels, according to Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo. This decision stands out in a European landscape where several governments are either tightening

Netflix offered $82.7 billion for Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming and studio assets, with a $27.75-per-share deal. Yet Paramount Skydance launched a $30-per-share hostile bid this week to buy all of WBD, including TV networks like CNN and TNT. This is more than a classic bidding war—it&

Traders worldwide from Australia to Europe and the US are recalibrating expectations, betting on fewer interest-rate cuts from central banks in 2026. This reflects a global pivot away from the traditional assumption of steady monetary easing after inflation peaks. But this trend isn’t just a market sentiment shift—it

Hewlett-Packard’s split into two $57 billion companies ends an era few expected to survive intact. On Sunday, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and HP Inc. will trade separately, shedding a decade of costly bets and uncertainty. This isn’t a simple breakup but a reveal of critical leverage constraints hidden behind

Electricity demand growth usually tracks economic expansion, but France now faces a power surplus lasting until at least 2028 amid slower consumption increases. France’s grid operator recently confirmed this glut reflects sluggish economic growth, not supply-side overbuild. This challenges the standard view that power surpluses come from rapid renewable

India's startup IPO scene just delivered a staggering return benchmark. Meesho's cofounders pocketed INR 354 crore, while early investor Y Combinator minted an estimated 108X return ahead of its December 2025 listing. This event isn’t just about money—it exposes a refined model of startup

Global oil markets assume rising exports always boost prices. But Russia defies this with a 28% spike in crude stockpiled on tankers since August 2025, even as shipments surge. This isn’t mere oversupply—it’s a deliberate logistical bottleneck reshaping pricing leverage through storage constraints. Russia’s idle crude

Streaming wars cost billions globally, yet Disney is exploring a sale or partner for its India business, a Reuters source reveals. Disney entered India with Hotstar, scaling rapidly but now faces unprecedented pressure. This move isn’t about retreat—it’s about shifting constraints to unlock sustainable growth leverage. Disney’

Electric microcars traditionally struggle in the US due to regulatory and cultural barriers. Stellantis, owner of Jeep and Ram, confirmed it will bring the €9,900 ($11,500) Fiat Topolino—a tiny 2.5-meter electric quadricycle—into the American market in 2026. But this isn’t merely a niche product

Private credit is eclipsing traditional lending as global debt maturities surge. TPG Inc. blew past its $6.2 billion fundraising goal for a fund targeting bespoke private-credit deals in December 2025. This move is not about chasing yield alone—it reveals how strategic leverage shifts from public markets to privately

Global demand for critical minerals surged over 300% in the last decade, yet US military supply chains remain vulnerable to overseas disruptions. In response, US Defense Department is developing small-scale refineries to process critical minerals locally. But this initiative isn’t just about securing raw materials; it’s about rewiring

Commodities trading margins typically face intense pressure during volatility, yet Trafigura Group reported another strong year, boosting payouts for its oil and metals traders in 2025. Trafigura's “Trafigura Trading payouts aren’t just bonuses—they signal structural leverage Conventional wisdom says commodity trader earnings fluctuate wildly with market

The UK government spent £10.9 billion on Covid support schemes that were designed for speed, not control. This enormous financial outlay exposed public money to widespread fraud, with most of it reportedly beyond recovery. The rapid distribution prioritized pandemic relief over robust verification, creating a system ripe for exploitation.

Cross-border payment costs often surge beyond 3% per transaction, creating friction for digital commerce. India just approved Airpay Payment Services with a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cross-border payment aggregator licence in December 2025. This move isn’t just regulatory—it’s about building a new payments infrastructure with systemic

UK taxpayers faced nearly £11 billion lost to fraud and error in COVID-19 schemes, according to a recent government watchdog report. This colossal sum reveals systemic weaknesses in how emergency funds were deployed across the United Kingdom during the pandemic. But the real story isn’t just about oversight failure—

Central banks worldwide are shifting from decades of easy monetary policy, driving bond yields sharply upward. This move is not random but a coordinated response to persistent inflation and economic shifts. The Federal Reserve, European Central Bank, and others have adopted a hawkish posture since 2024, recalibrating their balance sheets

China controls roughly 80% of the global rare earth supply, a chokehold few countries have seriously challenged—until now. USA Rare Earth is actively building a domestic rare earth mining system, signaling a critical pivot in geopolitical and industrial strategy. This shift isn’t just about mining—it’s about

Global airlines are set to earn an estimated $41 billion in net income in 2026 while carrying 5.2 billion passengers, according to International Air Transport Association (IATA) Director General Willie Walsh. IATA’s forecast, shared on Bloomberg Television, highlights a remarkably strong rebound for an industry still emerging from

Traditional market research costs packaged goods companies millions annually. Bolt Insight, an AI-driven consumer insight platform founded by a former Unilever executive, has raised £7 million to accelerate its growth. Nearly a dozen of the world’s largest packaged goods giants rely on Bolt Insight to analyze consumer behavior at

India’s digital banking market has surged past traditional limits, yet nearly half its population remains underserved by financial institutions. Airtel Payments Bank is leveraging its telecom backbone and digital infrastructure to reach hundreds of millions beyond the reach of conventional banks. This pioneering move in India isn’t just

Home renovation spending typically follows housing market cycles, but Home Depot's cautious guidance for 2026 signals a different dynamic. Home Depot Inc. recently forecasted muted growth next year as the U.S. housing market stagnates, a rare move from the home-improvement giant. This isn't just a

The Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decision is almost priced in by Wall Street, with a 90% chance of a cut according to the CME FedWatch futures. Yet behind this consensus, Federal Open Markets Committee members remain deeply divided about the right path forward, highlighting critical tension in U.

Europe’s stringent ESG requirements pressured businesses with high compliance costs. The European Union just agreed to drastically slash these ESG rules amid mounting US political and trade pressures in 2025. This shift isn’t mere policy easing. It exposes the real trade leverage the US wields by tying standards

Hollywood studios rarely transform through aviation stunts and billion-dollar mergers. Yet David Ellison, son of Oracle founder Larry Ellison, rewrote that script by turning his early pilot passion into a strategic media empire builder. His recent $8 billion merger creating Paramount Skydance hinges on far more than content consolidation—it’

Financial market integration remains uneven across the EU despite years of effort. Maria Luis Albuquerque, EU financial services commissioner, recently set a 2027 target to start implementing a major market integration legislative package. But this isn’t just regulatory reshuffling—it's about redesigning financial infrastructure to unlock scalable