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Deals•Feb 23, 2026
Eversource Raises $1.5 Billion From Its First Hybrid Bonds
Utility company Eversource announced it will raise $1.5 billion through its first hybrid bond issuance, blending debt and equity features. The financing aims to support the company's growth and infrastructure investments.
Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 21, 2026
Apollo’s Marc Rowan Says Japan Is Poised for a Big Comeback
Apollo Global Management’s co‑founder Marc Rowan told investors in Tokyo that Japan is on the brink of a major economic turnaround. He highlighted that trillions of dollars have been parked in cash and that recent corporate‑governance reforms are unlocking carve‑out...
By Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 21, 2026
Senegal Raises $158M in Short‑term Bond Auction
Senegal raised 88 billion CFA francs ($158 million) in a short‑term bond auction, with nearly half of the amount secured through a 12‑month treasury bill. The auction attracted bids worth 109.4 billion CFA francs, reflecting investor preference for short‑term debt amid concerns over...
Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 20, 2026
Saba and Cox Launch Tender Offer to Acquire Blue Owl BDC Shares
Hedge fund Saba, led by Boaz Weinstein, and Cox have jointly announced a tender offer to purchase shares of Blue Owl's business development companies. The offer seeks to acquire the Blue Owl BDCs, though the transaction value remains undisclosed. The...
Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 19, 2026
Deere Soars as Tractor Maker Sees Upturn in Farm Economy
Deere & Co. saw its shares jump the most in six years after the company lifted its annual profit outlook. The farm‑machinery giant said it expects a sustained upturn in the global agriculture economy. CEO John May highlighted recovering demand...
By Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 19, 2026
Consolidated Energy Secures Discounted Loan in Largest Discount Since 2023
Consolidated Energy has been offered a loan at the biggest discount since 2023, marking a significant debt financing event for the energy firm. The loan, priced at a steep discount, reflects market confidence and provides the company with needed liquidity.
Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 17, 2026
Consumer Pressures General Mills Amid Price Cuts
General Mills is feeling the squeeze as consumers trade down to cheaper private‑label cereals and pet foods. Recent price cuts lifted unit volumes, but the gains were insufficient to offset margin erosion. The shift reflects broader post‑pandemic tightening of discretionary...
By Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 17, 2026
Market Isn't Being Rational Right Now: Qu
PSP Growth Managing Director Momei Qu told Bloomberg Surveillance that the market is acting irrationally, with NVIDIA’s stock sliding despite record AI‑related capital expenditures announced by the so‑called “MAG 7” firms. Qu said investors are torn between fears that massive AI...
By Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 16, 2026
Asia Stocks Seen Muted on Holiday Trade, Oil Gains: Markets Wrap
Asian equities opened muted on Tuesday as holiday‑thin trading reduced volumes across the region. Futures indicated a slight rise for Australia and a modest dip for Japan, while the Euro Stoxx 600 remained flat. The yen slipped to around 153 per...
By Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 16, 2026
BHP Profit Climbs as Copper Offsets China Drag on Iron Ore
BHP Group posted a 22% rise in underlying attributable profit to $6.2 billion for the six months ended December, propelled by a sharp rally in copper prices. At the same time, demand weakness in China dampened iron‑ore and steelmaking‑coal sales. The...
By Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 16, 2026
Banks Prepare to Sell €4 Billion BASF Coatings Buyout Debt
Banks are preparing to market and sell €4 billion of buyout debt issued by BASF Coatings, a division of chemical giant BASF. The transaction, valued at €4 billion, is being arranged by a syndicate of banks ahead of a secondary market offering.
Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 16, 2026
Fortress Launches New Private Debt Fund Targeting Insurance Firms
Fortress announced the launch of its latest private debt fund, aiming to raise capital from insurance companies to invest in debt opportunities. The fund seeks to tap growing demand for insurance-backed financing, though the target size and commitments remain undisclosed.
Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 16, 2026
Pemex’s Jumbo Debt Sale Pushes Mexico Issuance to Monthly Record
Mexico's state oil company Pemex announced a jumbo debt sale, marking the largest issuance in the country for the month and setting a new record. The transaction, a debt financing, underscores strong demand for sovereign and corporate bonds in Mexico.
Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 13, 2026
Citadel’s Sticky Employee Pay Weighed on $5.3 Billion Gains
Citadel kept employee pay unchanged last year despite a dip in investment returns. Operating costs for its three flagship multistrategy funds climbed 4% to nearly $4.5 billion, reflecting a $66 billion AUM base. The steady payroll underscores the premium placed on talent...
By Bloomberg – Markets
News•Feb 13, 2026
SpaceX Said to Weigh Dual-Class IPO Shares to Empower Musk
SpaceX is weighing a dual‑class share structure for its anticipated 2026 IPO, echoing a model Elon Musk previously floated for Tesla. The two‑tier system would grant a select class of shares superior voting rights, enabling insiders to steer the company...
By Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 13, 2026
Infleqtion Launches IPO, Testing Quantum Frenzy's Staying Power
Quantum computing company Infleqtion announced its initial public offering, marking its public debut on the Nasdaq. The IPO seeks to tap into heightened investor enthusiasm for quantum technologies, though the offering size and valuation were not disclosed.
Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 12, 2026
Pakistan International Airlines' New Owners Announce Plans for IPO
The new owners of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have announced plans to take the carrier public via an initial public offering. The IPO is expected to be launched in the coming months, aiming to raise capital and restructure the airline's...
Bloomberg – Markets
Deals•Feb 12, 2026
Tract Capital-Backed Entity Raises $3.8B in Junk Bond Sale for Nvidia‑lease Data Center
A $3.8 billion junk‑bond issuance, backed by asset manager Tract Capital, was launched to fund the construction of a 200‑megawatt AI data center in Nevada that will be leased to Nvidia. Investor demand surged to about $14 billion, underscoring strong appetite for...
Bloomberg – Markets