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US stocks declined on Tuesday, marking the S&P 500 Index's longest slide since August. Concerns about AI valuations and potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve are driving market anxiety. However, Robinhood's Chief Investment Officer, Stephanie Guild, views this downturn as a 'healthy correction' following a period of inflated valuations and lack of data. She discussed these insights on 'Bloomberg Businessweek Daily'.

Uruguay has lowered its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 8%, continuing its easing cycle. The central bank has indicated a readiness to further reduce borrowing costs in the future, signaling a commitment to support economic growth amid ongoing challenges. This decision reflects the government's strategy to stimulate the economy and potentially improve market conditions.

Hilary Gosher, managing director at Insight Partners, discusses how the venture capital and private equity firm guides CEOs of its portfolio companies in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations. This coaching is aimed at enhancing workforce capabilities and improving productivity. Gosher's insights were shared during an interview with Caroline Hyde on Bloomberg Tech.

Swedish artificial intelligence coding startup Lovable has achieved $200 million in annual recurring revenue. CEO Anton Osika shared insights on the company's growth trajectory and plans to expand its presence in the United States during an interview with Caroline Hyde on Bloomberg Tech.

President Donald Trump met with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, discussing the Trump family's significant financial ties to cryptocurrency ventures valued at over $1 billion. Bloomberg Opinion highlights the contrast between the Trumps' wealth accumulation through crypto and the struggles of ordinary Americans. The meeting also included discussions on broader economic partnerships and the implications of Trump's pardoning of crypto figures like Changpeng Zhao.

A new trading product, the perpetual swap, is being developed for the US stock market, allowing 24/7 trading without brokers or closing hours. This derivative enables traders to take long or short positions on digital assets without owning them. The model, initially popularized in the cryptocurrency sector, is now being adapted for traditional assets and benchmarks, indicating a shift in trading dynamics. Bloomberg's Muyao Shen reports on this evolving landscape.

Margie Patel, senior portfolio manager and head of capital allocation at Allspring Global Investments, expressed optimism regarding the market outlook, stating she does not anticipate a significant downturn despite ongoing evaluations of AI investments. Patel shared her insights during an interview with Caroline Hyde on Bloomberg Tech.

Bloomberg's Arijit Ghosh, Managing Editor for Africa, introduced the inaugural Africa’s Startups to Watch list at the Bloomberg Africa Business Summit 2025 in Johannesburg, South Africa. This list highlights early-stage ventures that are driving innovation, investment, and impact across key sectors in Africa. The event gathered influential entrepreneurs and investors to discuss the continent's potential for growth and development.