Short-Sellers Are Lining Up to Take Bets Against Bond ETFs

The latest ETF report highlights that the software industry is not facing the demise predicted due to the rise of artificial intelligence, suggesting resilience in this sector. This fund serves as evidence that the narrative surrounding the industry's decline may have been overstated.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed the elimination of the trade-through rule, which is designed to ensure that investors receive the best possible prices for their equity transactions. This rule has been a safeguard for market participants, promoting competitive pricing across exchanges.

The US Supreme Court ruled in a 6-3 decision to protect investment funds from certain lawsuits initiated by activist investors, specifically blocking legal actions against 11 closed-end funds. This ruling was reported by Tyler Kendall on Bloomberg Television.

Treasuries experienced an increase as a result of declining oil prices, which have positively influenced the outlook for inflation in the United States. This development reflects a response in the bond market to changing commodity prices and inflation indicators.

Jenny Lee, Senior Managing Partner at Granite Asia, and Mingchen Xia, Managing Director & Co-Head of Asia Investments at Hamilton Lane, expressed optimism regarding the private credit market during an interview with Bloomberg’s Lulu Chen at Bloomberg Invest 2026 in Hong Kong.

Zambia's government has successfully executed a buyback of a potentially costly dollar bond, which is expected to further boost the country's already impressive local debt rally, currently at 39%. This move highlights the government's proactive approach to managing its debt obligations and enhancing investor confidence.

SpaceX's valuation is being debated, with opinions divided on whether the company is primarily a rocket manufacturer or more aligned with telecommunications and artificial intelligence, as indicated by its expected valuation.

Ghana's stock market is experiencing a significant rally, attracting companies to pursue initial public offerings (IPOs) as investors seek higher returns amid declining bond yields. This trend is exemplified by a liqueur maker planning to enter the market.