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channelnewsasia.comESG Ratings Draw Backlash as Funds Shift Focus
A letter published by The Washington Times argues that ESG initiatives have shifted corporate priorities away from shareholder returns. The piece claims many companies face pressure to adopt political and social agendas beyond legal requirements. It highlights market responses in…
dallasfed.orgAI Firms Attract Majority of Private Capital Inflows Despite Low Exit Activity, S&P Report States
Artificial intelligence companies are receiving a disproportionate share of private market investments, with over 75% of limited partners planning allocations in the next year. Exit activity in the sector remains subdued, leading to gains primarily from paper valuations rather th…
insidermonkey.comHedge Funds Reduce U.S. Tech Holdings by Most Since 2011
Hedge funds have posted their biggest two-week reduction in U.S. information technology exposure in the past 10 years, excluding the 2021 meme stock frenzy. The move was driven by long sales outpacing short covers at a 1.5 to 1 ratio. Nearly all subsectors saw cuts, with semicond…
azernews.azOPEC+ Approves 188,000 Barrels Per Day Oil Production Hike for June Despite Strait of Hormuz Closure
Seven OPEC+ members agreed to increase production by 188,000 barrels per day in June, marking the third consecutive monthly hike amid the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices dipped slightly on Sunday, with Brent crude at $107 per barrel. President Trump announced…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNAAIM Exposure Index Increases to 79, Highest Since Mid-February
The NAAIM Exposure Index rose by 19 points over the past four weeks to reach 79. This level is the highest since mid-February 2026. The index reflects average U.S. equity exposure reported by members of the National Association of Active.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Small Businesses Report Lowest CapEx Investment Plans Since 2009
In March 2026, only 16% of small businesses indicated plans to invest in capital expenditures over the next six months. This figure represents the lowest level since November 2009. The percentage declined by 12 points since November 2025, according to a report.
Sachyn Mital / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0)Wealthy Clients in Europe and US Seek Asian Investment Options Amid Volatility
Wealthy clients from Europe and the United States are exploring investment and wealth management opportunities in Asia. This move aims to protect their portfolios from ongoing market volatility. The information comes from the head of private banking at DBS.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewVenture Capital Investment Model in Biotech Faces Disruption After Decades of Use
Venture capitalists have followed a standard approach to invest in biotechnology companies for decades. This model is now undergoing changes. The article from STAT News examines the traditional strategy and emerging shifts in the sector.