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SpaceX Plans Historic IPO Valued at $1.5 Trillion in 2026
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is advancing plans for an IPO in mid-to-late 2026, targeting a valuation of $1.5 trillion and raising over $30 billion, potentially the largest IPO ever. This reflects strong investor interest in space industry growth and technology innovation.
Silver Surges Above $60 Driven by Industrial Demand
Silver prices hit a fresh record above $60, fueled by expanding industrial demand in solar, electric vehicles, data centers, and AI infrastructure. This shift underlines silver's growing role beyond a monetary hedge to a key technology metal.
Global Equities Mixed Ahead of Fed Decisions and China Data
Stock markets showed mixed performance with flat U.S. equities and softer European and Asian markets as investors awaited Federal Reserve policy announcements and China's inflation data, highlighting cautious sentiment amid macroeconomic uncertainties.
AI Advancements Propel Edge Computing and Synthetic Data Usage
Emerging trends in AI include rapid growth of edge AI and on-device processing, enhancing privacy and reducing latency. Synthetic data use in AI training is also forecasted to surge from 20% in 2024 to 80% by 2028, reshaping data strategy for tech sectors.
Global Economy Shows Resilience Amid Policy Shifts and Trade Reset
Despite structural headwinds, the global economy remains resilient with trade tensions easing. Fiscal stimulus, notably in Canada and India’s labor reforms, aims to boost productivity and business agility, integrating AI-driven planning amid ongoing geopolitical risks.
Inflation Remains Central Concern Influencing Monetary Policies
At the Policy and Markets 2025 conference, experts emphasized persistent inflation risks outweigh slowing labor markets, with expectations for continued Federal Reserve vigilance. AI productivity gains and immigration reforms are also shaping labor dynamics and policy considerations.
International Stocks Expected to Outperform in 2026 Amid Global Growth
International equities are forecasted to continue strong performance supported by fiscal stimulus in Germany, reforms in Japan, and emerging markets’ AI adoption. China’s strategic investment in semiconductors, software, and biomanufacturing is gearing up for accelerated growth.
Grant Thornton Reports Record Global Revenues, Led by Asia and Latin America
Grant Thornton achieved historic global revenues of $8.5 billion in 2025, driven by significant growth in markets like Singapore, India, Philippines, and Brazil, reflecting expanding consulting and auditing demand in emerging economies.
Big Economic Powers Face Rising Inflation and Labor Market Challenges
Despite a 2% GDP growth and booming stock markets, inflationary pressures and labor market tightening present major challenges for large economies, necessitating balanced fiscal and monetary policies to sustain growth momentum.
Emerging Tech Trends Highlight Shift From Experimentation to Impact in 2026
Organizations are increasingly adopting innovative technologies at scale. Key trends include AI-native wearable devices, generative engine optimization (GEO) supplanting traditional SEO, and rapid integration of neuromorphic computing, indicating maturing tech adoption.