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Core Summary The UK and Japan have announced a bilateral investment agreement worth £18 billion. According to a statement from Downing Street, Japanese companies will invest billions of pounds in UK infrastructure and offshore wind energy. This is one of the largest bilateral investment deals signed since Brexit, demonstrating the two nations’ deep commitment to economic security and green transition cooperation. Event Details Downing Street announced in a statement that Japanese companies have committed to investing over £18 billion (approximately $23 billion) in the UK over the next five years, focusing on three key areas: infrastructure development, offshore wind energy, and advanced manufacturing. ...

[Summary] Oracle Announces Record Q4 and FY 2026 Results Driven by Cloud Infrastructure & Cloud Applications Oracle - Investor RelationsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News Details Oracle Announces Record Q4 and FY 2026 Results Driven by Cloud Infrastructure & Cloud Applications Oracle - Investor RelationsSee more headlines & perspectives on Google News Source: Google News Link: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi_wFBVV95cUxPanhKdjVWTGloZlVNY29JSlJxZURPNHplelFjWGNMUXNqNmxTSGVmTXY2dWg2dlluQTdNczdRSGJDckRwZlo4VVVJOTRWTUpaRUF2ZlJVcUdleW1ERjIwaGhLcDR0bnNrOFI4ZWVHTkc2YzFrVXp0ejhHV0dfYjNVNlFSMnU3c2lKYmF3NGpfZlBLOXhPd1lOQUtXYVVPQVNEZ3hfekcxMHV1VERqajd2V0dYMlBvQWxlS0NwdmFRMzdLTllCZk5wUGpEdWxCbnNJQ3ZsYmRMZlV1Nnk2NFFVQWpDR3VXSndtOElYQnM1VWJhVjZ5UnhaVTJPV2NLTFk?oc=5 Perspective From a global macroeconomic perspective, tech company earnings often reflect the broader economic cycle. The sustained growth in emerging technology sectors like cloud computing and AI provides new growth engines for traditional enterprise transformation. However, inflationary pressures and geopolitical uncertainty are testing companies’ cost management and supply chain resilience. In this context, companies that balance innovation investment with fiscal discipline will be better positioned. ...

Prominent investor and short seller Andrew Left was found guilty in a case that has sent shockwaves through the short-selling community. The verdict could have far-reaching implications for the legal risks faced by short sellers in the future.

US 30-Year Treasury Yield Hits Highest Since 2007 Amid Inflation Fears The US 30-year Treasury yield has surpassed 5.19%, reaching its highest level since the 2007 financial crisis, reflecting deep market concerns about the inflation outlook. Key context: Inflation data continues to exceed expectations, pushing back market expectations for Fed rate cuts Bond market selloff intensifies, with long-term rates climbing rapidly Equities are under pressure as investors face the dual challenge of “high rates + high valuations” The 30-year yield breaking above 5% is a significant psychological threshold, suggesting mortgage rates could rise further, putting pressure on the housing market and economic growth. Analysts warn that if inflation remains stubborn, the Fed may be forced to keep rates higher for longer. ...

[FLASH] Public sentiment on the US economy has deteriorated significantly, with growing frustration over the current administration’s economic approach. Surveys show declining confidence in economic management as households face persistent cost-of-living pressures.

The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled Thursday that the 10% global tariff imposed by the Trump administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) violates the law, concluding that the president cannot invoke emergency powers solely on the basis of trade deficits. The ruling represents another significant legal blow to Trump’s tariff policy. Separately, a federal appeals court is hearing the Pentagon’s attempt to punish Senator Mark Kelly, further highlighting the ongoing legal debate over the boundaries of executive power. ...

The Dow Jones fell 550 points and oil prices surged as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz. Investors are closely monitoring developments.

AI company Anthropic is close to forming a 1.5 billion dollar joint venture with major Wall Street firms, signaling growing financial sector investment in AI infrastructure.

Sri Lanka’s government discloses another anomalous financial transaction, days after hackers stole $2.5M from the finance ministry, as the nation’s cybersecurity vulnerabilities continue to come under scrutiny.