Retail Investor Influx Heightens Liquidity and Quality Risks in Private Credit, Moody’s Warns

Private credit, long dominated by institutional investors, is undergoing a notable shift as asset managers increasingly court retail capital. Driven by persistently low yields in traditional fixed-income markets and growing interest in higher returns, individual investors are gaining access to private debt strategies once reserved for pension funds, insurers and sovereign wealth entities. Structured vehicles…

Trump Unveils Renewed U.S.-China Trade Talks Following 90-Minute Call with Xi

President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that senior U.S. trade officials will soon convene with their Chinese counterparts, marking a fresh effort to resolve lingering commercial disputes. The announcement follows a 90-minute phone conversation between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, their first one-on-one call since Trump’s return to the White House. With presidential envoys…

Deepening Ties: Tata’s New Role in Servicing iPhones Signals Shift in Apple’s India Strategy

Apple’s decision to entrust Tata Group with the after-sales repair of iPhones and MacBooks in India marks a significant milestone in the U.S. tech giant’s long-term strategy for the world’s fastest-growing smartphone market. By handing over complex repair operations to Tata’s Karnataka facility, Apple not only cements Tata’s status as a critical partner but also…