Inversiones y negocios

The landscape of Chinese companies seeking initial public offerings (IPOs) in the United States and Hong Kong is showing promising signs of recovery, as analysts predict a surge in listings next year. This optimism is fueled by several successful public offerings this year outside mainland China, which have renewed investor confidence in profitable exits. On October 25, 2024, Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide made its debut on the Nasdaq, with shares rising nearly 6.8% on its first day of trading. Earlier this month, another player in the autonomous vehicle space, Pony.ai, submitted its application to list on the Nasdaq, reflecting…

The age-old practice of negotiation has significantly transformed within the corporate landscape, particularly in the ever-changing realm of Private Equity (PE). As time has progressed, financiers have crafted a diverse set of techniques and methods to clinch favorable terms during deals. Whether employing traditional tough negotiation or embracing more cooperative tactics, investors are perpetually on the hunt for ways to gain a competitive edge.Private equity investors aim to enhance the worth of their portfolio companies far beyond just securing the optimum price. This involves excelling in negotiation, spotting growth prospects, boosting operational efficiency, and fostering long-term value creation.Mijael “Mike“ Attias,…

Nasdaq 100 futures showed a positive trend Thursday evening as traders priced important earnings reports ahead of the release of the crucial jobs report. Futures tied to the tech-heavy index rose 0.4%, while Dow Jones Industrial Average futures rose 152 points, also reflecting a 0.4% gain. S&P 500 futures followed suit, rising 0.4%. A notable driver of this upward momentum was Amazon, whose shares rose more than 5% after beating Wall Street's earnings expectations, buoyed by solid performance in the cloud computing and advertising sectors. Likewise, Intel saw its shares rise more than 5% after its revenue beat analysts' forecasts…

Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates, shared his insights on the current state of American politics and economics during his appearance at the Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 30, 2024. His remarks focused on the deep divisions between the Democratic and Republican Parties, implications of the growing national deficit, and strategies for investors navigating these turbulent waters. Dalio expressed his concerns about the polarization of US politics, saying it has reached a point where the differences between the two major parties appear increasingly irreconcilable. “Both candidates worry me,” Dalio noted in an interview with CNBC.…

As the NBA season begins, the Oklahoma City Thunder will be without center Isaiah Hartenstein, who is recovering from a broken left hand. This injury, a small non-displaced fracture suffered during a team practice, is expected to keep Hartenstein out of action for at least a month, posing the first challenges to the team's lineup and strategic approach. Hartenstein's absence is a blow to the Thunder, considering his vital role in the team's defensive structure and his ability to score and rebound effectively. The team will now have to rely on their depth and the versatility of their roster to…