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U.S. retirement plans are increasingly exploring private equity and alternative assets, driven by policy shifts and investor interest. Challenges remain in performance measurement, with metrics like IRR and PME being complex and opaque. New regulations and market developments could expand access but also pose risks for average investors. As private assets become more mainstream, understanding their metrics and risks is crucial.
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As of late October 2025, major financial institutions including the Bank of England and IMF warn that soaring valuations in AI-driven tech stocks resemble the 2000 dotcom bubble peak. The S&P 500 is heavily concentrated in a few AI-focused firms, raising risks of a sharp market correction. Despite this, industry leaders emphasize AI's transformative potential and ongoing infrastructure investments.
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On October 1, 2025, an explosion at a residential building in northern Munich, linked to a domestic dispute, caused at least one death and led to the temporary closure of Oktoberfest until 5 p.m. local time. Police found booby traps and a bomb threat letter referencing the festival, prompting a thorough search of the grounds before reopening.
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Munich Airport suspended flights Friday night due to drone sightings near runways, affecting 6,500 passengers and causing cancellations and diversions. This follows similar incidents in Denmark, Norway, and Poland, with European officials suspecting Russian involvement amid heightened tensions linked to the Ukraine conflict. Germany plans legal changes to allow military drone shootdowns.
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Munich Airport gradually reopened Saturday after overnight drone sightings caused cancellations and delays affecting over 6,500 passengers. The incidents, linked to unidentified drones, prompted security concerns across Europe, with authorities considering new laws to shoot down drones if necessary. Responsibility remains unclear, with Russia denied involvement.
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As of early November 2025, Lithuania has indefinitely closed its Šalčininkai border crossing with Belarus and restricted passage at Medininkai following repeated incursions of helium balloons carrying contraband cigarettes into its airspace. These incidents disrupted flights at Vilnius and Kaunas airports multiple times last week, prompting national security measures and discussions of NATO consultations.