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Netflix-Warner mega-deal, EU fines X, US rate cut outlook, SpaceX IPO plans...
Samedi 6 décembre 2025 à 03:42
Economy and Global Markets
Netflix’s $82.7 Billion Warner Bros. Acquisition: Risks, Reactions, and Financing
Netflix has announced an $82.7 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, encompassing HBO Max, its film, television, and gaming divisions, marking one of the largest media takeovers in history. The Financial Times highlights that the acquisition price, which includes Warner’s debt, puts a premium valuation on the company’s studio and streaming operations. The Financial Times and The Information both express skepticism regarding the strategic fit and the likelihood of regulatory approval, noting the deal’s high cost and the distraction it may pose to Netflix’s management. Meanwhile, Wccftech reports that Wells Fargo is leading a $59 billion syndicated loan to finance the transaction, reflecting intense competition among investment banks for high-profile deals.
Financial Times
The Information
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Financial Times
US Rate Cut Still on Track Despite Delayed PCE Data
The Financial Times reports that the delayed release of US September personal consumption expenditure (PCE) inflation data will not affect expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in December. Although PCE inflation remains above the Fed’s 2% target, analysts note the data contained no major surprises to alter the central bank’s near-term policy outlook. The market continues to price in a rate cut, reflecting confidence that inflation’s recent trajectory justifies a cautious but dovish stance.
Financial Times
US Watchdogs Ease Rules on Risky Lending, Sparking Wall Street Debate
Financial Times details that US regulators have scrapped a crucial post-crisis safeguard on leveraged loans, bowing to persistent complaints from Wall Street. The move removes guidelines designed to curb excessive risk-taking in the syndicated loan market, raising concerns among some analysts about the possibility of a renewed buildup of financial vulnerabilities. Proponents argue the rollback will boost credit availability, but critics warn it could reignite practices reminiscent of the pre-2008 era.
Financial Times
Crypto Banking Gets a New Player as Andy Beal Launches Monet Bank
Texas billionaire and prominent Trump donor Andy Beal is converting one of his federally chartered banks into a crypto-focused institution, Monet Bank, as reported by The Information. The rebranding and strategic pivot aim to fill a gap in traditional banking access for crypto firms, with Monet Bank holding over $4 billion in assets. This move comes during a volatile year for the sector, with the Financial Times noting that Bitcoin prices have fallen sharply despite initial optimism following Trump’s return to the White House.
The Information
Financial Times
DR Congo Opens Mineral Markets to US Buyers after Peace Deal
The Financial Times reports that the Democratic Republic of Congo will grant US and Swiss trader Mercuria access to key minerals following a US-brokered peace agreement. Both US and Swiss firms are set to invest up to $1 billion each, signaling Washington’s renewed interest in securing critical supply chains for minerals essential to clean energy and technology. This development fits into broader efforts by the Trump administration to reshape global mineral access.
Financial Times
Technology and Industry Shifts
AI, Cloud, and Hardware: The Week’s Major Announcements from Anthropic, OpenAI, Amazon, and More
SD Times reports a flurry of activity in the AI sector: Anthropic acquired the Bun toolkit to enhance its Claude Code platform, OpenAI released the advanced GPT-5.1-Codex-Max model for developers, and Google added a Data Commons extension to its Gemini CLI. Amazon launched Nova Forge and Nova Act, expanding its Nova AI model ecosystem, and added 18 new open-weight models to Bedrock, strengthening its serverless AI offerings. Meanwhile, Parasoft introduced agentic AI workflows for its C/C++test suite, reflecting the accelerating integration of autonomous AI into software development.
SD Times
Meta Buys AI Wearable Startup Limitless, Accelerating Hardware Ambitions
Meta Platforms has acquired Limitless, a startup specializing in wearable AI devices, including its “Pendant”—a small device designed to record and process real-world audio interactions, The Information reports. The Financial Times adds that this move deepens Meta’s hardware push beyond smart glasses, as the company seeks to diversify its AI-powered consumer device portfolio. Terms of the deal remain undisclosed.
The Information
Financial Times
TSMC Rushes Advanced Packaging to US as Demand Surges from AI Clients
Wccftech reveals that TSMC is fast-tracking plans to convert its Arizona fab into an advanced packaging facility, responding to soaring US demand for CoWoS (chip-on-wafer-on-substrate) technology vital to next-generation AI chips. The move aims to secure major US customers like NVIDIA and AMD, who have pushed for more domestic supply amid global capacity constraints. The plant could be operational by late 2027, supporting the US semiconductor supply chain and ongoing tech rivalry with Asia.
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Microsoft, Broadcom, and Custom Chip Innovation Race
Microsoft is in talks with Broadcom to design custom chips, potentially moving away from its current supplier, Marvell, according to The Information. This underscores the intensifying competition among cloud providers and semiconductor firms to develop proprietary hardware optimized for AI and cloud workloads. The trend reflects broader industry efforts to secure supply chains and drive performance gains through vertical integration.
The Information
Regulatory, Political, and International Developments
EU Slaps $140 Million Fine on Musk’s X, More Big Tech Decisions Loom
The European Union has imposed its first-ever Digital Services Act (DSA) fine—€120 million ($140 million)—on Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter), citing failures in transparency and data handling. Politico Europe and The Information detail that the move drew strong praise from European officials but provoked sharp criticism from the US government, with accusations of unfair targeting of American tech giants. Digital chief Henna Virkkunen signaled more Big Tech decisions are imminent, as the bloc intensifies its regulatory scrutiny amid ongoing transatlantic tensions.
Politico Europe
Politico Europe
The Information
Germany’s Government Survives Pension Rift, Pledges Deeper Reform
After weeks of internal dispute, Politico Europe reports that German lawmakers passed a contested pension package, stabilizing Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s coalition. The deal required last-minute concessions to young conservatives, with Merz promising broader reforms next year. The episode underscores the fragility of the government and the persistent fiscal challenges facing Europe’s largest economy.
Politico Europe
US, Canada, and Mexico Reaffirm Commitment to USMCA Trade Pact
Constructive talks between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, President Trump, and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on the sidelines of the World Cup draw in Washington reaffirmed intentions to strengthen the USMCA trade agreement, according to the World Street Journal. The meeting signals continued trilateral cooperation on economic and trade matters in North America.
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