U.S.
- The U.S. government shutdown entered day 6, with the White House warning of mass layoffs if funding talks “go absolutely nowhere.” Source: Reuters
- Federal agencies have suspended the publication of key economic data—including jobs, inflation, and GDP—while the shutdown continues. Source: Reuters
- The Supreme Court began its new term, with early cases focusing on presidential powers, gun rights, and transgender student athlete policies. Source: Reuters
World
- Russia and the U.S. are discussing a possible extension of the New START nuclear arms treaty beyond its 2026 expiry. Source: Reuters
- Mercedes F1 team boss Toto Wolff announced plans to bring Formula One back to South Korea, with a show run scheduled next week in Yongin. Source: Reuters
Business / Markets
- U.S. stock index futures rose, boosted by AI sector momentum and stronger expectations for a 25 bps rate cut. Source: Reuters
- The Trump administration is shifting toward direct equity investment in key rare earth, mining, and semiconductor firms to secure supply chains. Source: Reuters
- Qualtrics, backed by private equity, agreed to acquire healthcare analytics firm Press Ganey for $6.75 billion in debt-inclusive terms. Source: Reuters
- Brokerages expressed optimism about Klarna’s growth despite cost pressures, as it continues to expand its U.S. footprint post-IPO. Source: Reuters
Tech / Media
- AMD will supply AI chips to OpenAI under a multiyear agreement that gives OpenAI an option to acquire ~10 % of the company. Source: Reuters (AMD‑OpenAI deal announced in technology section)
- EA (Electronic Arts) announced it will go private in a $55 billion deal led by a consortium including Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia’s PIF. Source: Reuters
Sports
- In MLB postseason action, the Blue Jays routed the Yankees 10–1 to take a 2–0 lead in the AL Division Series. Source: Reuters
- Formula 1 plans to return to South Korea via a special demonstration run, reinforcing F1’s growth ambitions in Asia. Source: Reuters
