WTO Raises Global Trade Forecast as AI Boom Offsets Middle East Disruptions
The World Trade Organization has upgraded its forecast for global merchandise trade growth in 2026 to 3.9%, more than double its previous estimate of 1.9%. The stronger outlook reflects robust demand for semiconductors and...
Anthropic Eyes $2 Trillion Valuation as AI Ambitions Drive Massive Costs
Anthropic is preparing for a potential blockbuster IPO that could value the artificial intelligence startup at more than $2 trillion, according to its IPO prospectus reviewed by Reuters. The company reported revenue of nearly...
SoftBank Launches $11 Billion Bond Sale to Fund OpenAI Investment
SoftBank Group has launched a $10 billion US dollar-denominated and €1 billion euro-denominated senior unsecured bond offering to finance its investment in OpenAI, according to a term sheet released on Monday. The dollar notes...
U.S. Manufacturing Growth Slows in June as Order Surge Eases
U.S. manufacturing activity moderated in June after posting its strongest performance in three years during May, as the boost from businesses rushing to place orders ahead of potential shortages and price increases linked to...