Capital Markets

Agence France Locale's updated ESG framework enables dedicated green and social bonds, signaling a major step to channel targeted funding to local projects.

Otala.Markets' new AI chatbot on WhatsApp prices complex investments, a bold step in democratizing finance. But can it navigate the regulatory maze?

Futu Holdings faces a $271M penalty and a class-action lawsuit. We dissect the operational missteps and the broader risks for cross-border fintech.

The Embassy of Nature is launching a radical plan to trade natural wealth on capital markets. Can this 'Environmental Capitalism' save our planet, or just commodify it?

A sharp 641 million share increase in bets against the market reveals growing investor anxiety amid economic headwinds. What does this signal for your portfolio?

A new warning suggests pension funds are heavily exposed to AI-related debt, a hidden risk tying retirement security to the volatile tech sector's fate.

Canada's securities regulators are moving to a digital-first disclosure model. Will this streamline markets or leave some investors behind?

Andersen Consulting's pact with House of Code is more than a tech upgrade. It's a strategic move to weaponize specialized AI in finance and energy.

Waypoint Trading Solutions' day-one link to the new Texas Stock Exchange signals a major market shift, offering a new battleground for listings and capital.

Freedom Holding Corp. secured a key S&P upgrade for its subsidiaries, bolstering its aggressive global expansion. But can its risk controls keep pace?

A new collaboration between LSEG and RiskSpan aims to set a new standard for transparency and accuracy in pricing complex assets like MBS and ABS.

New research reveals Canadian investors prioritize fair treatment and oversight above all, a direct challenge to a regulatory agenda focused on product innovation.

Forget chasing political drama. A quiet revolution is reshaping forex, where government bond yields, not news, dictate currency trends. Here's why.

As Cartesian Growth Corp IV launches its IPO, it's not just another blank check. It’s a test case for a new, disciplined era of strategic acquisitions.

Cboe launches 'Cboe Predicts,' offering simplified 'yes/no' trades on the S&P 500. Can its regulated, mainstream approach disrupt the wild west of prediction markets?

StoneX is making a major play in financial research, targeting an underserved market. We unpack the strategy, the talent, and the 'one-firm' vision.

As the UK auctions inflation-linked debt, it's more than just borrowing. It's a high-stakes test of economic credibility and a glimpse into the future.

Days after SpaceX's historic IPO, brokers are offering instant access via CFDs. Is this the democratization of finance or a high-stakes gamble for retail investors?

The scramble to offer SpaceX derivatives reveals the true story: the invisible financial infrastructure that now moves markets at unprecedented speed.

Crypto exchange MEXC reports a 1,000% surge in Micron futures, signaling a major shift as crypto traders flock to traditional AI stocks and ETFs.