Horizons Middle East & Africa 11/20/2025

Carson Block, founder and CEO of Muddy Waters, discusses Nvidia's market position, potential shorting opportunities in artificial intelligence, and the firm's long position in Snowline during an interview on Bloomberg Television.

ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co. is reportedly close to obtaining approval from India's securities regulator for an initial public offering (IPO) valued at $1.1 billion. This development is set to pave the way for one of the largest IPOs in India this year.

Tyler Cowen discusses the reasons why artificial intelligence (AI) has not yet led to a significant transformation in the world. He identifies various barriers that hinder a major revolution in AI, emphasizing the need for a more realistic assessment of its current capabilities and impact.

Two former executives from Lone Star are aiming to increase the assets under management at their investment firm to €10 billion ($11.5 billion). This move is part of their strategy to compete more effectively with larger rivals in the European market.

The cost of purchasing an apartment in Paris has increased for the third consecutive quarter, marking the largest price jump since late 2020. This trend indicates a growing demand for real estate in the city, reflecting a positive sentiment in the market.

Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Kriti Gupta, and Mark Cudmore analyze key market themes for analysts and investors on Bloomberg's 'The Opening Trade.' The discussion highlights the shifting narrative of the Federal Reserve and its implications for market dynamics.

A Chinese investment firm has acquired a block of shares in ByteDance Ltd. at a valuation of $480 billion, significantly higher than recent valuations. This acquisition reflects strong investor interest in ByteDance, the parent company of the popular video platform TikTok.

India's benchmark stock index has reached a new record high, driven by a resurgence in foreign inflows and improving corporate earnings, which have positively influenced investor sentiment. This milestone reflects growing confidence in the Indian market amid ongoing economic developments.