The People’s Bank of China (PBoC) has intensified its push to globalize the digital yuan (e-CNY), signaling broader ambitions to challenge the dominance of the U.S. dollar (USD) and promote a multipolar global currency system. At the Lujiazui Forum held in Shanghai, PBoC Governor Pan Gongsheng revealed plans to establish an international operations center for e-CNY in Shanghai, underscoring China's long-term strategy to reposition the yuan (CNY) on the international financial stage.

Honda Motor Co. $7267.T has initiated a significant recall campaign in the United States, affecting more than 259,000 vehicles due to a defect in the brake pedal assembly. According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the faulty component may shift out of position, potentially compromising braking performance and increasing the risk of collisions or injury. The issue impacts a wide range of models across the Acura and Honda brands, covering production years from 2021 to 2025.

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) left markets parsing through nuanced messaging this week, as policymakers opted for a dovish stance on asset purchases while subtly acknowledging risks from rising inflationary pressures. The central bank's decision to slow the pace of bond purchase tapering caught attention for its short-term implications, but the broader signal was one of cautious optionality: a willingness to hike rates later in 2025 should inflation accelerate beyond tolerable limits.

Global financial markets displayed a marked shift to risk-off sentiment on Wednesday amid two major headwinds: heightened tensions in the Middle East, particularly ongoing Israeli airstrikes on Iran, and growing uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision. These overlapping risk factors curtailed investor appetite, with both equity markets and currency trading reflecting a cautious, defensive tone.

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is reportedly set to finalize a $5 billion debt financing package, spearheaded by investment bank Morgan Stanley $MS. Despite lukewarm investor interest, the deal—comprising a mix of floating-rate term loans, fixed-rate debt, and secured USD bonds—marks a critical moment in the funding trajectory of one of the most closely watched private tech ventures of 2024.

Eli Lilly and Company $LLY, a global pharmaceutical leader, announced a definitive agreement to acquire Verve Therapeutics, Inc. $VERV, a Boston-based biotechnology firm specializing in gene editing therapies for cardiovascular disease. This strategic acquisition reflects growing momentum behind the application of CRISPR-based genome editing in chronic disease treatment, particularly in cardiometabolic indications. The deal further strengthens Lilly’s pipeline in precision medicine and underscores the intensifying competition in the RNA and gene-editing landscape.

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In a landmark move for the digital asset economy, the U.S. Senate has passed the long-awaited GENIUS Act—the first bipartisan cryptocurrency bill to target the regulatory framework for stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar (USD). The bill, approved by a 68-30 vote, reflects growing political consensus that regulatory clarity is essential for protecting market integrity and fostering innovation in the blockchain sector.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. $JPM has significantly overhauled its flagship Sapphire Reserve credit card, raising its annual fee by 45% to USD 795 while simultaneously expanding its suite of travel and lifestyle rewards. The move underscores a strategic bet that affluent U.S. consumers will continue to prioritize premium experiences, even amid tightening household budgets and shifting economic conditions.

VIA Rail Canada, the national intercity rail operator, reported solid growth in both revenue and ridership for the fiscal year 2024, as detailed in its annual financial report. The company saw a 6.6% increase in passenger traffic and an 11% rise in total revenue year-over-year. Despite these operational gains, VIA Rail continues to post substantial operating losses, reflecting ongoing structural challenges in Canada’s passenger rail sector.

Keyera Corp. $KEYUF, a leading energy infrastructure company based in Calgary, has announced a landmark acquisition of Plains' Canadian natural gas liquids (NGL) business, along with select U.S. assets, for a total of $5.15 billion. This move marks one of the most significant consolidation efforts in North America’s midstream sector in recent years and is set to reshape the NGL logistics landscape across Canada.