Asian Market Selloff, AI Investment and India’s Economic Outlook

I cover a sharp decline in Asian equities, concerns about AI spending and competition, and the economic and political issues surrounding the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi. Interviews with investors, economists and officials add perspectives on market risks, growth and regional tensions.

■ Markets and AI investment
- Asian equity declines, including pressure on Korean chipmakers, and the factors weighing on technology shares
- Tencent’s planned bond fundraising, AI infrastructure spending and developments in China’s chip sector
■ India and the New Economy Forum
- Narendra Modi’s planned address, India’s growth ambitions, currency pressures and domestic protests
- Investment opportunities, manufacturing, energy needs and geopolitical relationships
■ Global outlook and regional risks
- IMF growth projections, inflation, energy prices, interest rates and AI’s role in economic activity
- Egypt’s position on regional tensions and potential effects on the Suez Canal

For viewers following Asian markets, emerging economies and AI investment, the coverage offers a concise briefing on the issues shaping the day. Use it to identify the indicators and policy developments to monitor; it does not provide individualized investment guidance.