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Alphabet’s 100-year bond may sound futuristic, but the real risks aren’t about the 22nd century — they’re about AI spending, rising Big Tech debt, and investor appetite today. As money flows into the sector, the question isn’t whether Google will exist in 100 years, but whether its AI bet will pay off long before then.
12/02/2026
Gulf stock markets traded cautiously as escalating Middle East tensions. Saudi Arabia’s index fell 0.3%, Abu Dhabi slipped 0.2%, and Qatar’s benchmark dropped 0.5% to its lowest level in more than six years, while Dubai’s market remained broadly flat. Meanwhile, Brent crude fell 2.08% to $107.57 a barrel.
Jordan will repurchase all bonds tendered under its offer for part of its outstanding $1 billion 5.75% notes due in 2027, after investors submitted $396.2 million in bonds for buyback. Settlement was scheduled for October 16, 2026, with Citigroup Global Markets acting as dealer manager.
Strong family financial planning can help reduce taxes and support younger generations. From intrafamily loans and asset gifts to inheritance disclaimers, strategic cooperation can create meaningful financial benefits—when families have the trust and structure to make it work.
09/10/2026
