ITV is in early-stage talks to sell its television broadcasting arm to Comcast-owned Sky for £1.6 billion ($2.15 billion) — a potential shake-up that could redefine the UK’s media ecosystem. If successful, the merger of Britain’s largest commercial broadcaster with its leading pay-TV platform would control over 70% of the UK television advertising market, creating...
Over Half of Global Hedge Funds Now Hold Crypto — Institutional Adoption Accelerates
A new report by AIMA and PwC reveals a defining shift in institutional investing:➡️ 55% of hedge funds globally now hold crypto-related assets — up from 47% a year ago.➡️ On average, funds allocate 7% of their portfolios to crypto, though more than half invest under 2%. 🔹 A Turning Point for Regulation and Confidence...
DoorDash Shares Slide 14% as Growth Bets Test Investor Patience
DoorDash’s stock fell 14.2% after announcing plans to invest hundreds of millions more into its 2026 growth strategy, unsettling investors already concerned about rising costs. The San Francisco-based delivery giant missed Q3 profit estimates, with total expenses jumping 23% to $3.19B — even as revenue and order volume topped expectations. 🔹 Balancing Growth and Cost...
Over Half of Global Hedge Funds Now Invested in Crypto — A New Institutional Era Begins
A new survey by AIMA & PwC shows a striking milestone:➡️ 55% of global hedge funds now hold crypto-related assets — up from 47% last year.➡️ Average allocation: 7% of portfolios, though over half still invest less than 2%. The findings mark a turning point in institutional adoption, powered by U.S. regulatory normalization and renewed...
Charles Schwab Enters the Private Market Race with $660M Forge Global Deal
Charles Schwab has agreed to acquire Forge Global for $660 million, signaling a major strategic push by Wall Street into the fast-growing market for pre-IPO shares. The $45-per-share offer represents a 72% premium over Forge’s last close — sending the stock up 67% in early trading. 🔹 Why It Matters “Companies are staying private for...
Global Investors Urge UK’s Rachel Reeves to Double Fiscal Buffer
Leading global asset managers overseeing $5 trillion+ — including Amundi, AXA IM, Allianz Global Investors, and Franklin Templeton — are urging UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to double the country’s fiscal headroom to £20 billion ($27B) in the upcoming November 26 budget. Their message is clear: credibility and flexibility are the new currency of confidence....
