MARKETS

Bridgewater Associates, led by Ray Dalio, reshaped its Q2 portfolio by cutting stakes in Amazon and Apple, while boosting investments in energy giants like Shell and PG&E.

Joe White's cryptocurrency investment in Nexo led to a significant financial loss and regulatory scrutiny. Learn about the risks of crypto-backed loans and the actions taken by California regulators.

In 2026, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Greg Abel, bought $20 billion more in equities than it sold, mainly in Alphabet and Delta Air Lines, ending a 14-quarter net selling streak.

Nvidia's investment in SpaceX makes it a major stakeholder, alongside Alphabet's larger share. Explore the strategic partnerships and financial impacts in the AI and space sectors.

Toby Gilbert of PACT SWAP predicts Bitcoin will hit $150,000 in a year, despite dismissing its gold comparison, sharing insights with 'IBTimes UK' on the market, institutions, and security.

Bill Ackman revamps Pershing Square's portfolio, adding six stocks like Netflix and Visa, aiming for durable earnings growth amid economic challenges.

The anticipated $2T (£1.48T) Anthropic IPO is poised to surpass SpaceX, amid contrasting revenue forecasts. Discover insights into the AI investment landscape and market expectations.

Norway's $2.3T sovereign wealth fund posted a record $184.3B profit in H1 2026, boosted by tech stocks and a $1.22 billion SpaceX stake. Learn about its investment strategy and tech concentration risks.

The factors influencing SpaceX's stock recovery and the implications of upcoming lock-up releases on its $1.76 trillion valuation. Explore the impact on Elon Musk's wealth and investor sentiment.

A French couple were targeted three times after moving into a home previously owned by crypto millionaires, a court heard in Amiens.

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest ramped up its stakes in Nvidia and Broadcom amid the ongoing AI infrastructure expansion, while reducing its position in Deere by $36.8 million.

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg's fortunes soared, while Larry Page and other tech billionaires faced steep losses on the Forbes list, highlighting tech stock volatility.

Anthropic, valued at $965 billion, is eyeing a major IPO, potentially surpassing SpaceX's record. The AI firm faces investor scrutiny over spending, competition, and AI safety concerns.

Oil prices rose sharply this week as Iran does not plan to negotiate with US President Donald Trump until he remains in office, which is until 20 January 2029.

British AI chip innovator Olix raised $312M in Series B, valuing the company at $3.3B (£2.5B). Founder James Dacombe's stake is worth £946M as they prepare to launch their groundbreaking chip in 2027.

AI infrastructure spending is now the largest driver of US economic growth, preventing a recession, according to Columbia economist Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh. However, concerns about debt financing are rising.

Under Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway has taken a bold approach, including a $10 billion stake in Alphabet and an $8.5 billion acquisition of Taylor Morrison, diverging from Warren Buffett's caution.

Guren 'Bobby' Zhou, who had been investigated in Britain for money laundering, emerged as a $100M buyer in Trump-linked crypto.

The death of Quantum Fintech Group founder Harry Yeh has drawn scrutiny in Paraguay, where investigators are reconstructing his final hours and examining possible evidence from two apartments.

Michael Burry reveals short positions against Oracle and Nebius, alleging that cloud companies are understating depreciation by extending the useful life of assets by artificially boosting earnings.

The Fed's silence under new Chair Kevin Warsh impacts the July jobs report and the bond market. Experts predict 83,000 new jobs and a steady 4.2% unemployment rate, sparking market reactions.

SpaceX's first major share unlock since its IPO gives insiders access to sell as markets weigh supply risks after mixed investor reaction to earnings.

Europe's MiCA transition period ended on 1 July 2026. Here's what full enforcement means for exchanges, investors, and everyday crypto users.

AMD stock fell as its Q2 beat was overshadowed by rising capex, gaming revenue declines, and Elon Musk declaring that SpaceX will fully commit to Nvidia over space data centres plans.

SpaceX's stock dropped nearly 10% despite a surge in Q2 revenue and AI earnings. Explore the impact of rising AI capital expenditure and the upcoming insider share-lockup expiry on the stock market.

SpaceX's stock performance is impacted by its latest financial results, short selling dynamics, and Elon Musk's strategic moves, as the company faces a crucial share unlock this Thursday.

The Dow topped 54,000 and the S&P 500 hit a record as tech rebounded, but the recovery in US retirement accounts now leans on a narrow set of AI stocks.

The cryptocurrency analyst and founder of Echo Capital Innovations participated in Blockchain Education Day on Capitol Hill, joining lawmakers, congressional staff, and industry representatives in discussions surrounding FIT21, SAB 121, and the future of blockchain regulation in the United States.

Jeff Bezos plans to sell 15 million Amazon shares worth $4.07 billion, which could be a drag on the robust stock rally after a Q2 earnings beat.