AI-related companies increase share of equity valuations and debt issuance

AI-related companies now make up a larger share of total equity valuations and corporate debt issuance, according to Bank of England figures. The data were released as part of the central bank's regular review of risks to the financial system. Officials noted the increase without specifying exact percentages or identifying individual firms.

Market concentration The report tracks how technology-driven businesses have grown within public equity indexes and bond markets. No breakdown by sector size or valuation multiples was provided.

Debt markets Corporate bond issuance by AI-related companies has also risen relative to the broader market. The Bank of England did not comment on whether the trend affects borrowing costs or credit ratings.