US president highlights enduring ‘bonds’ with the kingdom as White House hails pacts worth some $600bn
Artificial intelligence search start-up backed by Accel in $500mn round
Plus, Pimco’s warning, a US copper rush and the National Gallery’s rehang
Demand from retail funds has allowed big institutions to sell buyout stakes at attractive prices despite industry slump
Treasury to begin consultation as UK chancellor looks to encourage savers to invest in domestic stocks
Big institutional money managers said to trim US exposure on concerns over policymaking
One of the Sage of Omaha’s guiding principles is to view companies as businesses, not just shares
Transport group held back by debt issues
Buyout firm Apollo declined to submit offer for FTSE 100 group’s household cleaning business
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Financial markets can fall fast but investors should look for where longer-term problems may be brewing
Investors need to pay close attention to capital expenditure — and whether companies are investing for the future, or just trying to keep the lights on
Chief Harvey Schwartz expresses optimism US Federal Reserve can act quickly to cut rates if needed
Abu Dhabi’s second-biggest sovereign investor has been keen to deploy funds in US regardless of economic uncertainty
While deals globally are drying up, one sector went ahead — and even paid full prices
Buyers could include some of the largest investors in Izzy Englander’s firm
Unlike Middle Eastern kingdoms, the US is a debtor nation
Plus, DoorDash buys Deliveroo and private equity gets in on defence
There are few cultural norms when it comes investing
Investor interest for start-ups in the defence sector jumps as region’s capitals pledge billions to boost their own security
UK manufacturers explore deal as consumers shun sliced bread in favour of healthier options
Plus, are private equity’s best days behind it? And 3G’s Skechers bet
Quantum Systems and Tekever each valued at more than €1bn in latest fundraisings
Tie-up marks return to dealmaking for investment group after long search for a major target
