... also becoming active: for example, crypto holding The Ether Machine plans to go public on Nasdaq through a merger with a SPAC, aiming to raise $1.6 billion backed by Ethereum. This example illustrates the drive of traditional capital to gain access to digital assets. The Return of the IPO Market Following a lull in 2022-2024, the market for initial public offerings (IPOs) of tech companies is beginning to revive. In the first half of 2025, several high-profile startup debuts on the stock exchange have inspired ...

... the public market. For example, cryptocurrency exchange Bullish has filed for an IPO in the U.S., planning to list under the ticker BLSH—marking a significant event for the crypto market amid a resurgence of interest from institutional investors in digital assets. Overall, the revitalization of the IPO market allows venture funds to anticipate new exits, while technology companies can attract capital on public platforms at high valuations. Mega Rounds and New Unicorns: Investments Reach Record Levels The ...

... However, in recent years, demand in China has decreased: from March to May 2024, store traffic for Nike in China fell by double digits. The reasons include the weakening Chinese economy and decreased demand for premium brands. These trends negatively impact ... ... country or industry. In an atmosphere of high uncertainty, global markets exhibit increased volatility; thus, careful analysis, asset balancing, and a nuanced assessment of macroeconomics and corporate fundamentals play key roles. Ultimately, it is through ...

... competitor, Lyft, will also report. These quarterly reports will provide a wide perspective on consumer demand in services and the digital economy. Commentary: Wednesday will be one of the critical days of the week. From the morning, markets will focus on news ... ... growth. The Bank of England's decision and comments will become the day's central event for the currency market and European assets, especially if the regulator surprises with the scale of a rate hike or unexpected softness/hardness in rhetoric. The imposition ...

... time since 2012 surpassed Brazil in capital raised. Mexican startups secured significant rounds in fintech and e-commerce: the digital bank Klar raised around $170 million, while the auto marketplace Kavak raised $127 million. These deals helped Mexico ... ... approximately a third compared to the previous year. Limited partners (LPs) have become more cautious about investing in the venture asset class following a series of weak results and delays in exits, so the average time required to raise a new fund has reached ...