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Global markets gained as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this month. Asian stocks hit new highs, while Wall Street remains near record levels amid signs of slowing inflation and expectations of monetary easing. Economic data continues to influence investor sentiment today, Thursday, 18 September 2025.
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Japan's Nikkei 225 reached new record highs last week, driven by Prime Minister Ishiba's resignation, global monetary shifts, and AI investment. The US Federal Reserve's expected rate cut and a weaker yen have boosted markets, though risks remain if the yen strengthens unexpectedly.
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OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank are building multiple new AI data centers across Texas, New Mexico, and Ohio, aiming for a total capacity of 7 gigawatts. The expansion supports ChatGPT's 700 million weekly users and aligns with a $500 billion investment pledge, raising questions about the sustainability and environmental impact of such infrastructure growth.
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SoftBank has agreed to acquire ABB's robotics division for around $5.4 billion, marking a strategic shift for ABB and a major expansion for SoftBank in AI and robotics. The deal, expected to close in late 2026, aims to boost SoftBank's robotics investments amid ABB's focus on electrification.
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European Union leaders are preparing to expand sanctions on Russia, targeting Moscow's assets to fund Ukraine's war effort. Meanwhile, global markets react to geopolitical tensions, with oil prices rising and stock indices fluctuating. The moves aim to pressure Russia into negotiations, amid ongoing economic and political developments.