In a strong signal of renewed momentum in the fintech IPO market, Wealthfront—the automated digital wealth management pioneer—is aiming for a valuation of up to $2.05 billion as it prepares for its U.S. initial public offering. The Palo Alto–based firm plans to raise up to $485 million by offering 34.6 million shares at $12–$14 each,...
Michael & Susan Dell Commit $6.25B to Invest America Initiative
Michael and Susan Dell will contribute $250 to the investment accounts of 25 million American children, totaling $6.25 billion, as part of the Trump administration’s Invest America initiative. Key Points A landmark philanthropic commitment designed to strengthen long-term financial opportunity for future generations.
Barrick Mining Explores IPO for North American Gold Assets as Bullion Hits Record Highs
Barrick Mining is evaluating an IPO for a new subsidiary that will hold its North American gold assets, capitalizing on record-high gold prices in 2025. Key Highlights Barrick will provide a formal update in February 2026.
India’s Fireside Ventures Raises $253M for Fourth Consumer-Focused Fund
Fireside Ventures has secured 22.65 billion rupees (~$253 million) for its fourth fund, strengthening its ability to back India’s fast-growing new-age consumer brands. Key Highlights Fireside’s new fund positions it strongly to capture India’s next wave of consumer growth.
Michael Burry Targets Tesla as “Ridiculously Overvalued” Amid AI Bubble Fears
Michael Burry — the famed “Big Short” investor — has shifted his criticism from the AI boom to Tesla, calling the automaker “ridiculously overvalued” in a new post on his Cassandra Unchained newsletter. Key Points The famed contrarian investor is once again sounding alarms — this time targeting the heart of the EV and AI...
Norway’s 2026 Budget at Risk Amid Oil Disputes & Wealth Fund Tensions
Norway’s minority Labour government is struggling to secure support for its 2026 draft budget, missing the end-November deadline. Negotiations continue ahead of Friday’s decisive vote, which could trigger a confidence vote and potentially topple PM Jonas Gahr Stoere’s government just 2–3 months after re-election. Why the Deadlock? Political Risk Rising With no mechanism for early...
