Deals
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Policy & Regulations
Pakistan has long ranked among the world’s largest crypto markets by retail activity.
It could work within existing allowable ranges to direct more investment to domestic assets.
Analysis
Japan held a record $3.53 trillion in foreign assets in 2025.
Alternative investments accounted for 1.7% of GPIF’s assets in March, far below the allowed 5% cap.
GPIF is one of the world’s largest pension funds.
The investment will likely total several hundred billion yen.
A vehicle owned by the Niel family will buy e&’s roughly 16.2% stake.
IPOs & Markets
SK Hynix shares have dropped a quarter from their record high hit two weeks ago.
