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Westpac to Exit SEC Oversight in 2026, Maintains U.S. Debt Market Access
Westpac Banking Corp intends to terminate its SEC registration around May 2026, halting routine U.S. disclosures but preserving its ability to raise U.S. dollar funding through private debt markets.
Intel Under Fire From Senators Over Chinese-Linked Supplier Tests
Intel faces a bipartisan Senate inquiry over its testing of equipment from ACM Research, a firm with significant Chinese ties and clients on U.S. sanctions lists. The scrutiny comes as Intel weighs opening its advanced 18A manufacturing process to external customers.
U.S. Drafts New AI Chip Export Rules, Potentially Impacting AMD, Nvidia
U.S. officials are drafting new AI chip export regulations that could require foreign governments to invest in U.S. data centers or provide security guarantees, potentially impacting major chipmakers like AMD, Nvidia, and Intel.
California Antitrust Review Clouds Paramount's $110B Warner Bros. Discovery Acquisition
California's attorney general has opened an antitrust investigation into Paramount's planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, casting doubt on the merger's timeline and approval.
Grab Faces Regulatory Pressure in Indonesia, Adjusts Malaysian Fintech Terms
Grab Holdings sets aside Rp100-110 billion for enhanced holiday bonuses for Indonesian drivers following a new government mandate. Separately, Grab Malaysia will increase monthly interest on new PayLater instalments to 1.25% starting March 9.
Brazilian Banks Gain as Central Bank Eases Liquidity Crunch from Deposit Insurance Prepayments
Brazil's central bank announced a measure allowing banks to offset mandatory prepayments to the deposit insurance fund against reserve requirements, potentially unlocking R$30 billion in liquidity by 2026. Shares of major Brazilian banks, including Banco Bradesco, rose following the news.
Ford Recalls Over 600,000 U.S. SUVs for Wiper Motor Defect Amid Sales Slump
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 600,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a windshield wiper motor defect that could impair visibility. The news follows a reported 5.5% drop in the automaker's February U.S. sales.
National Grid Awards £3 Billion in Contracts for Major UK Power Link
National Grid has finalized contracts worth approximately £3 billion for its Eastern Green Link 3 project, with NKT securing a record €2.2+ billion cable order. The 680 km link aims to be operational by 2033.
Telstra Urges Government to Slash $7.3B Spectrum Fee, Warns of Price Hikes
Telstra is pressuring the Australian government to reduce a proposed $7.34 billion spectrum licence renewal fee, arguing it exceeds fair value by $4.1 billion and could lead to higher mobile prices or lower investment.
PLS Group's Gender Pay Gap Widens Amid Corporate Restructuring
PLS Group's median gender pay gap in Australia increased to 15.2% from 11.1% the previous year, which the company attributes to corporate layoffs and a processing plant being placed into care and maintenance.
Santos' Beetaloo Fracking Plan Draws Scientific, Indigenous Opposition Over Hot Springs Risk
Santos' proposal to drill and frack 12 test wells in the Beetaloo Basin faces opposition from scientists and Indigenous custodians, who warn of threats to the ecologically sensitive Hot Springs Valley. The Northern Territory regulator is reviewing the environmental plan.
UnitedHealth Slashes Subsidiary Disclosure in SEC Filing
UnitedHealth Group has dramatically reduced the number of subsidiaries disclosed in its annual SEC filing to just 10, down from approximately 3,100 previously, offering investors a narrower view of its corporate structure.