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Rank 1. Anthropic’s IPO bars investors from China and Hong Kong under US rulesSource timesnownews.com
Banks handling Anthropic’s IPO are reportedly turning away institutional orders from mainland China and Hong Kong due to US defense-trade rules known as ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), according to Times Now. The restrictions are intended to comply with US export controls and limit foreign access to sensitive technology. This move comes as Anthropic seeks a high-profile listing in the US.
Topics: capital marketsiposregulation
Why it ranked: The exclusion of Chinese and Hong Kong investors from Anthropic’s IPO highlights the impact of US export controls on global capital flows and tech financing.
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Rank 2. Fed’s Williams says more rate hikes likely to curb inflationSource reuters.com
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said on November 13 that more interest rate increases are likely as the US central bank seeks to lower high levels of inflation in an otherwise healthy economy, Reuters reports. Williams stated the Fed still has 'work to do' to get inflation back to its 2% target.
Topics: economy and central bankseconomycentral banksratesinflation
Why it ranked: Williams’ remarks reinforce expectations for further US rate hikes, affecting global borrowing costs and financial markets.
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Rank 3. Fed survey finds AI risks are now top threat to US financial systemSource cnbc.com
A Federal Reserve survey found that risks from artificial intelligence are now seen as the biggest threat to the US financial system, CNBC reports. Wall Street is concerned about the rapid expansion of AI hyperscalers and the spread of data centers, which could introduce new vulnerabilities.
Topics: financial crime and riskfinancial crimebankingregulation
Why it ranked: AI-related risks could reshape regulatory priorities and risk management for US banks and financial institutions.
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Rank 4. Cisco stock jumps after earnings beat and raised outlookSource economictimes.indiatimes.com
Cisco shares rose in after-hours trading on November 12 after the company beat Wall Street estimates for its fiscal first quarter and raised its full-year outlook, according to The Economic Times. Strong demand for AI data-center infrastructure and higher networking sales drove the results.
Topics: companies and dealsearningsequities
Why it ranked: Cisco’s strong results and raised outlook signal robust demand for AI infrastructure, impacting tech sector sentiment.
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Rank 5. Chicago Fed’s Goolsbee says central bank must act on inflationSource cnbc.com
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee told CNBC on November 13 that the central bank 'has definitely got work to do' on inflation, expressing concern about the latest data and suggesting further action may be needed.
Topics: economy and central bankseconomycentral banksratesinflation
Why it ranked: Goolsbee’s comments add to expectations of continued Fed tightening, affecting rate outlooks and market pricing.
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Rank 6. Bank of England, Singapore, and Thailand launch cross-border FX payments projectSource bankofengland.co.uk
The Bank of England, Monetary Authority of Singapore, and Bank of Thailand announced Project Meridian FX APAC, a cross-border payments initiative, in an official release on November 13. The project aims to improve efficiency in foreign exchange settlements across the Asia-Pacific region.
Topics: payments and fintechpaymentsfintech
Why it ranked: The cross-border payments project could streamline FX settlements and reduce costs for financial institutions in Asia-Pacific.
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Rank 7. Haldiram Snacks Food prepares for IPO, could raise ₹10,000 croreSource livemint.com
Haldiram Snacks Food has started preparations for an IPO and appointed EY to manage the process, Livemint reports. The offering could raise about ₹10,000 crore and may include both a fresh share issue and an offer for sale.
Topics: capital marketsiposequities
Why it ranked: A major IPO by Haldiram could impact Indian capital markets and attract investor attention to the consumer sector.
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Rank 8. Global bond yields surge to multi-year highs on inflation and borrowing concernsSource economictimes.indiatimes.com
Global government bond yields have surged to multi-year highs due to sell-offs in sovereign debt, The Economic Times reports. Investors are demanding higher returns amid persistent inflation and uncertainty about interest rates, with India’s 10-year bond yield peaking at 7.50%.
Topics: markets and assetsbondsinflation
Why it ranked: Rising global bond yields increase borrowing costs for governments and companies, affecting investment and fiscal planning.
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