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Yonhapworld2 days ago
Samsung to Start First Yongin Chip Plant in 2029, Two Years Ahead of Schedule
Samsung Electronics plans to begin operations at its first Yongin semiconductor fabrication plant in 2029, one to two years ahead of the prior schedule. The company will invest 2,030 trillion won in its Pyeongtaek and Yongin clusters and 400 trillion won in two Gwangju plants.
cnbc.comtechnology4 days agoUpdated
Micron Raises Planned U.S. Investment to Over $250 Billion Through 2035
Micron Technology increased its planned U.S. investments to more than $250 billion by 2035. The projects are expected to create over 90,000 jobs while boosting domestic semiconductor production.
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memeburn.comtechnology4 days ago
Micron Raises Capex by $50 Billion to $250 Billion Through 2035, Shares Rise 9 Percent
Micron announced an additional $50 billion in capital spending on Thursday. The increase supports a goal of producing 40 percent of its DRAM in the United States. Shares of Micron and peer memory companies rose after the announcement.
Euronewsbusiness4 days ago
Meta to Build First Canadian AI Data Center in Alberta, Powered by New Natural Gas Plant
Meta will build its largest data center outside the United States in Sturgeon County, Alberta. The project includes a dedicated natural gas power plant and local infrastructure spending. Euronews reported the announcement Wednesday.
thenation.combusiness5 days ago
Temasek Holdings Portfolio Value Reaches Record 518 Billion Singapore Dollars Despite Iran War and Stronger Dollar
Singapore state investor Temasek Holdings reported a net portfolio value of 518 billion Singapore dollars for the year ended March 31. The firm posted a 10.5 percent total shareholder return despite headwinds from the Iran war and currency movements.
Yonhapworld7 days ago
Government Picks Former Military Airport in Gwangju for New Semiconductor Cluster
A military airport in the southwestern city of Gwangju was chosen Monday as the site for a government semiconductor cluster project. Samsung Electronics and SK hynix pledged a combined 800 trillion won investment during a meeting with officials. President Lee will hold monthly re…
Yonhapworld9 days ago
President rejects opposition claims that megaprojects are timed to boost his ratings
President Lee Jae Myung on July 4 dismissed opposition criticism that the government's regional investment drive was politically motivated. The three megaprojects target semiconductors, physical AI and data centers with 4,755 trillion won in planned spending.
Yonhapworld10 days ago
South Korea plans review of semiconductor cluster project
President Lee Jae Myung will chair a meeting next week to assess progress on a large semiconductor production base in the southwestern region. The session follows recent investment announcements by major chipmakers.
swarajyamag.comworld10 days ago
Company Announces Nearly $15 Billion in Investment Commitments
A company announced nearly $15 billion in investment commitments across ports, mining, and flagship businesses in one week. The announcements come after a period of reduced activity.
Yonhapai10 days ago
SK Telecom to invest 140 trillion won in Yeongnam AI data centers
SK Telecom announced plans to build multiple hyperscale AI data centers in southeastern South Korea. The investment totals 140 trillion won and targets operations beginning in late 2027.
Yonhapworld10 days agoUpdated
President Lee Jae Myung Announces Aerospace Industry Plan for South Korea's Southern Coast
President Lee Jae Myung announced on July 3 plans to build an aerospace industry belt encompassing satellites, rockets and next-generation aircraft. The pledge forms part of three mega projects targeting semiconductors, physical AI and data centers in the southern region.
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New Zealand Home Prices Fall for Third Straight Month
Home values in New Zealand dropped 0.2 percent in June, reaching their lowest level since July 2023. Foreign buyers must invest at least five million New Zealand dollars over three years to qualify for residency and property ownership.
insidermonkey.comfinance11 days ago
KKR and SK Form $1.3 Billion Renewable Energy Platform in South Korea
Global investment firm KKR and South Korea’s SK Inc are creating a renewable energy platform valued at about $1.3 billion. The platform combines 1.7 GW of operating capacity with a development pipeline targeting 10 GW total.
koreatimes.co.krpolitics12 days ago
Guatemala Prioritizes Accession to Korea-Central America FTA
Guatemala's foreign minister said the country is working to complete its accession to the Korea-Central America Free Trade Agreement. The move is expected to expand bilateral trade and attract more South Korean investment while helping diversify Guatemala's export markets.
forbes.comai12 days ago
Abu Dhabi fund raises $49 billion for AI investments
A fund based in Abu Dhabi has collected $49 billion to back artificial intelligence transactions. The amount places the vehicle among the largest single-purpose AI funds announced to date.
asiaone.comworld14 days ago
South Korean Firms Plan 1,350 Trillion Won in Chip and Data Center Spending
Major South Korean companies will invest at least 1,350 trillion won on semiconductor production and data centers. The spending aims to preserve the country's position in artificial intelligence technology.
Abc Newsai14 days ago
Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix to invest $518 billion in southwest chip plants
The two companies will each build two fabrication plants in South Korea's southwest region. The project aims to meet rising global demand for memory chips used in artificial intelligence systems.
koreaherald.comworld14 days ago
South Korea Unveils Plan for Southwestern Semiconductor Manufacturing Hub
The government announced 800 trillion won in corporate investment to create a new memory chip cluster in Gwangju and Jeolla provinces. Samsung Electronics and SK hynix each committed to two new fabrication plants. The project aims to complement the existing Yongin cluster.
cnbc.comworld14 days ago
SK hynix to Invest 1,100 Trillion Won in Semiconductor Clusters
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won announced the investments on June 29 during a briefing on the government's three mega projects. The plans include 400 trillion won for the southwestern region and 1,000 trillion won for AI data centers.
etftrends.combusiness15 days ago
Clean Energy Investment Hit $2.155 Trillion in 2025 While Fossil Fuels Received $1.008 Trillion
The International Energy Agency's World Energy Investment 2026 report shows clean energy spending at $2.155 trillion versus $1.008 trillion for fossil fuels. Clean energy first surpassed fossil fuels around 2016. Oil investment is projected below $500 billion in 2026.
Yonhapworld15 days agoUpdated
Samsung, SK hynix to unveil investment plans this week: presidential office
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix will unveil major investment plans at a 2 p.m. briefing Monday at Cheong Wa Dae. The event is part of three government projects on balanced regional development.
riotimesonline.comfinance17 days ago
Argentina Plans Citizenship-by-Investment Program to Reduce Debt
Argentina is preparing a citizenship-by-investment program that would allow foreign nationals to obtain passports in exchange for financial contributions. The plan is intended to generate revenue for debt repayment.
Rapplerworld17 days ago
Samsung Group to pledge 1,000 trillion won investment over 10 years
Samsung Group plans to announce a 1,000 trillion won investment commitment in South Korea on June 29. The pledge covers AI data centers, batteries, displays, and potential chip factories in the southwest.
Los Angeles Timesworld19 days ago
Sony Invests $100 Million in Cosm for Roughly 10 Percent Stake
Sony committed $100 million to the El Segundo-based operator of large immersive venues. The transaction values Cosm at $1 billion and grants Sony Pictures Entertainment chairman Ravi Ahuja a board seat.
Los Angeles Timesbusiness19 days ago
Sony Pictures invests $100 million in giant-screen venue operator Cosm
Sony Pictures will invest $100 million and take a minority stake in Cosm, which operates large-screen venues in Inglewood, Dallas and Atlanta. The studio’s chief executive will join Cosm’s board as part of the deal.
vintagevalueinvesting.comscience20 days ago
Eli Lilly and Bayer Say German Policies Reduce Pharmaceutical Investment
Eli Lilly and Bayer stated that Germany's current approach to spending on innovative medicines could affect the country's appeal for future pharmaceutical projects. The companies linked their comments to existing reimbursement and pricing rules.
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vulture.comworld20 days ago
Amazon Drops Luca Guadagnino Film Project on Sam Altman
Amazon has dropped director Luca Guadagnino's film "Artificial," which stars Andrew Garfield as OpenAI founder Sam Altman. Netflix, A24 and Focus Features declined to pursue the project after the decision. Mubi and Neon have expressed interest in acquiring it.
riotimesonline.comscience20 days ago
UK Private Firms Pledge Over £100bn for Clean Energy as Government Halves Public Low-Carbon Budget
Ed Miliband will cite the figure in a speech Tuesday to London Climate Action Week. Offshore wind, solar and grid upgrades account for most of the planned spending through 2031.
japantimes.co.jpfinance21 days ago
Brookfield Plans Over $10 Billion in Japan Investments
The head of Brookfield’s Japan unit said the Canadian asset manager will promote investment in artificial intelligence data centers. The firm also acquired a Tokyo headquarters building for about ¥300 billion as part of a broader five-year plan.
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rte.iebusiness21 days ago
EasyJet Rejects £4.74 Billion Takeover Offer from Castlelake That Carries 24 % Premium
EasyJet turned down a £4.74bn bid from U.S. investment firm Castlelake, calling the approach highly opportunistic. Castlelake had made three offers this month before disclosing its latest proposal of 625p per share.
finance.yahoo.compolitics26 days ago
AIM Talks China 2026 Opens in Guangzhou to Discuss Investment and Trade
AIM Talks China 2026 opened on June 17 in Guangzhou's Tianhe district. The event brought together investors, policymakers, and business leaders from China, the UAE, and other markets to discuss cross-border investment and partnerships in the Greater Bay Area.
etftrends.compolitics27 days ago
UK to Receive £1.3 Billion in Clean Energy and AI Investments
British officials announced investments from French and Indian companies after G7 meetings in south-west France. The funds target battery storage, flexible energy projects, and AI operations in several cities.
manilatimes.netfinance27 days ago
Egypt Pays $6.1 Billion Debt to Foreign Oil Firms While Floating Currency and Cutting State Energy Stakes
Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi announced full repayment of arrears to international companies. The move clears the path for expanded investment by Shell, Chevron, Eni, and BP.
gearnews.comfinance27 days ago
Altea Active Club Inc. Receives Minority Investment from Walter Capital Partners Inc.
Altea Active Club Inc. announced a minority investment from Walter Capital Partners Inc. on June 16, 2026. The funds will support new club development and national expansion across Canada.
financialpost.comtechnology28 days ago
Mining Executive Praises SpaceX Leadership and U.S. Technology Role
A mining executive issued public remarks endorsing SpaceX as an investment. The comments highlighted the company's leadership and contributions to American technology.
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france24.compolitics28 days ago
France seeks AI data center growth using nuclear power
Officials are advancing plans to expand artificial intelligence infrastructure by using existing nuclear energy capacity. The effort includes a reported investment commitment from a Japanese technology firm.
app.buzzsumo.compolitics29 days ago
UK and Japan reach £18bn investment agreement
The UK and Japan have agreed an investment package under which Japanese firms will spend more than £9bn on UK infrastructure and financial services and up to £9bn on offshore wind projects. Officials said the commitments will create tens of thousands of jobs.
nippon.compolitics29 days agoUpdated
UK and Japan reach £18bn investment deal on infrastructure and energy
The United Kingdom and Japan have agreed to £18 billion in new investment focused on infrastructure, financial services, and offshore wind. The package is expected to create tens of thousands of jobs over five years.
rferl.orgfinance31 days ago
U.S. and Uzbekistan Sign Pact to Expand Trade and Investment
U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce David Fogel and Uzbek Investment Minister Laziz Kudratov signed a memorandum of understanding on June 9 in Tashkent. The agreement targets business visits and investment in mining, energy, IT, agriculture, and artificial intelligence.
freepressjournal.infinance33 days ago
BYD Ends Türkiye Investment After Receiving Customs Duty Exemptions
BYD sold 45,000 vehicles in Türkiye in 2025 under customs duty exemptions granted as a domestic producer. The company has now withdrawn from a planned investment without starting construction. Turkish sales fell 64 percent in the first five months of 2026.
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Semaforpolitics35 days ago
Abu Dhabi Fund Director Pledges Faster U.S. Investment
Khaldoon Al Mubarak met Trump administration officials in Washington and said the UAE would speed up its decade-long $1.4 trillion investment plan. The UAE has announced more than $100 billion in deals since May 2025.
etftrends.comfinance35 days ago
China Captures 13 of 19 Low-Carbon Industrial Projects Funded Globally in Last Six Months as US-Funded Projects Decline
Low-carbon projects worldwide received $43 billion in funding over the period, with China accounting for the majority. The Mission Possible Partnership tracked 19 projects that closed financing.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics36 days ago
Data centre investment in NSW and Victoria exceeds 2010s mining boom peak
Private spending on buildings, equipment and machinery reached nearly $300 billion over the past year in the two states. Equipment purchases alone hit record levels in the first quarter of 2026.
finance.yahoo.comfinance37 days ago
Berkshire Hathaway buys Taylor Morrison for $6.8 billion and invests $10 billion in Alphabet
New Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel completed the homebuilder purchase and the Alphabet investment without prior full-board approval. The moves mark Abel's first major transactions since taking the role.
Semaforworld38 days ago
Eastcastle and Helios Towers Commit Over $200M to DR Congo Telecom Buildout, Concentrated in Southern Mining Belt
Two tower operators are expanding capacity in DR Congo as data demand rises and mining operations seek connectivity. The spending targets one of Africa’s largest under-served mobile markets.
japantimes.co.jpsports38 days ago
Saudi Sports Chief Turki Al-Sheikh in Talks to Buy Stake in Derby County
The 44-year-old chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Sports Authority is pursuing investment in the Championship club. The independent football regulator must approve any deal.
Japan Timesworld39 days ago
Japan to Adopt Growth Strategy Promoting Overseas Investment Despite Domestic Criticism
Japan’s government will adopt a growth strategy this summer that positions foreign direct investment as a tool to expand exports and build economic ties with trusted partners.
news.sky.combusiness40 days ago
Universal UK Theme Park to Begin Construction in Bedfordshire with £5bn Private Investment and £838m Government Grants
Comcast NBCUniversal will invest over £5 billion in the Universal United Kingdom Resort, set to open in 2031. The U.K. government will contribute £1.3 billion for infrastructure.
sportsnet.casports41 days agoUpdated
Melinda French Gates to Become Seattle Kraken Minority Investor
Melinda French Gates will acquire a minority stake in the Seattle Kraken, subject to NHL approval. The transaction pairs her with majority owner Samantha Holloway and marks French Gates' first ownership position in a major professional sports team.
finance.yahoo.comworld41 days ago
SoftBank to Invest 45 Billion Euros in French Data Centers by 2031
The Japanese technology company will build three new facilities in France as part of a wider European expansion. France currently operates more than 350 data centers, with the largest located on the outskirts of Paris.
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Le Mondeworld41 days ago
Stellantis Announces €1B Investment in Peugeot Models at Mulhouse but Cuts European Output 20% After €22B EV Write-Down
Stellantis announced a €1 billion investment on June 2, 2026, to develop and build three new electric or hybrid Peugeot models at its Mulhouse plant in eastern France. The move forms part of a broader €60 billion plan to restore profitability over five years.
france24.compolitics42 days ago
French President Announces €93 Billion in Foreign Investments at Choose France Summit
French President Emmanuel Macron announced €93 billion in foreign investments during the Choose France summit. The figure covers commitments from international companies across multiple sectors.
Japan Timestechnology42 days ago
SoftBank Pledges €75 Billion for AI Infrastructure in France
President Emmanuel Macron opened the annual Choose France investment summit on Monday at Versailles palace, where foreign investors pledged tens of billions for AI and data centre projects.
Le Mondepolitics43 days ago
Choose France Summit to Announce Record Investments at Versailles on June 1
President Emmanuel Macron will host foreign business leaders at the ninth Choose France summit on Monday at the Château de Versailles. The event comes as one invited French start-up has abandoned a major solar project.
japantimes.co.jpfinance44 days ago
SoftBank Announces €45 Billion Plan for AI Data Centers in France
SoftBank Group will spend 45 billion euros over five years on artificial intelligence infrastructure in France, with plans to expand to 75 billion euros. The project targets the Hauts-de-France region and will include sites in Dunkirk, Bosquel and Bouchain.
rte.ieworld45 days ago
Survey Finds 60 Percent of Businesses Expect Europe to Become More Attractive
An EY study reports that 60 percent of businesses surveyed anticipate greater investment appeal in Europe over the next three years. Several European CEOs cited advantages in talent retention, regulatory stability, and social infrastructure.
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insidermonkey.comfinance45 days ago
OilPrice.com Article Discusses Small-Cap Energy Stocks
An OilPrice.com article examines two small-cap energy stocks presented as potential long-term holdings. The piece notes that energy investments carry both demand stability and economic sensitivity.
wwd.comworld46 days ago
Unilever to Invest $270 Million in New Haven Innovation Center
Unilever plans to spend $270 million on a new innovation center in New Haven, Connecticut. The facility will focus on developing skin and hair products for the U.S. and global markets.
theedgemarkets.comfinance47 days ago
Truth Social Funds Maintain Cryptocurrency Commitment After Trump Media Halts Bitcoin ETF Plans
Truth Social Funds said it will continue cryptocurrency investments even after Trump Media stopped work on a bitcoin ETF. Steve Neamtz of Yorkville America Equities confirmed the fund's stance in remarks to Reuters.
ai-cio.combusiness47 days ago
World Energy Investment 2026 Report Scheduled for Release
The International Energy Agency will publish its annual World Energy Investment report on May 28. The document reviews spending patterns across energy sectors and regions during an ongoing supply shortfall.
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