The Wake Up Call

Wakey wakey! Things To Know At 6AM ?? Headline news developments over the past several days ? ?? Jaguar Re-Brand. Following last week's daring announcement of going #electric, JLR has doubled-down on daring rebranding, dropping a promo video that didn’t show any cars. Rawdon Glover has defended the move, saying that the release got lost in a “blaze of intolerance” online. ?? Non-Existent Growth. UK business activity has taken a hit for the first time in over a year ?? The private sector has expressed major concerns that confidence in the government has been seriously shaken, following last month’s #Budget from Rt Hon Rachel Reeves. ?? Goldman Loses Millions. Goldman Sachs is set to take a hit of almost $900 million following Northvolt, the Swedish lithium-ion battery maker, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Once the most well-funded start-up in #Europe, the firm ran of out cash and was unable to sustain itself. ?? Advisory Fees Bonanza. Thames Water is set to shell out at least ￡100 million to cover the advisory fees for its creditors, adding to the growing expenses for lawyers and financial advisers as the UK’s largest water company tries to avoid #nationalisation. ?? Amazon Goes AI. Amazon has just poured another $4 billion into #AI start-up Anthropic, bringing its total investment to a huge $8 billion. This move comes as the competition among major tech companies heats up in the #generativeAI space. This is Amazon's largest venture investment. ?? COP29 Does Deal. COP29 Azerbaijan wrapped up a last-minute compromise deal over the weekend, promising at least ￡300 billion a year for poorer nations by by 2035. #China will keep its contributions voluntary. Negotiation talks were fractious, with some nations reportedly walking out. ?? BIG Mayfair Purchase. India's billionaire #Poonawalla family has snagged a ￡42 million townhouse in #Mayfair, despite the government's crackdown on non-doms. Located in Grosvenor Square, the property was sold to a company tied to the Poonawalla family back in May. Don't miss an update! Be sure to like this post, follow the page and subscribe to our weekly newsletter. You make the news, we monitor it. The Wake Up Call ?? #jaguar #rebrand #chancellor #budget #growth #UKmarkets #privatemarkets #dealmaking #alternatives #privateequity #artificialintelligence #AI #amazon #COP29 #Azerbaijan #COP #WakeUp #wakeywakey #6amclub #wakeupcall

Wakey wakey! Things To Know At 6AM ?? Headline news developments over the past several days. ?? Elon Musk Unleashed. Elon Musk's sprawling business empire is set to grow even further ?? Investors are queuing round the block to shovel investment into his high-profile ventures, with SpaceX and xAI valuations set to skyrocket. ?? Klarna Goes Stateside. Buy-now-pay-later giant Klarna officially filed to launch its public offering in the #US. In what is set to be a mammoth stock market entry, valuations for the Swedish fintech could reach $20bn. Klarna's decision to go to the US is another blow for London's #IPO scene. ? Pension Megafunds Incoming. Rt Hon Rachel Reeves is pushing for a big shake-up in the pensions sector, aiming to boost investment in valuable British assets with a plan for “megafunds.” The mergers will hope to release an estimated ￡80bn investment into #PrivateEquity and #Infrastructure. ?? Nissan Warns Government. This week, car company Nissan Motor Corporation will tell UK ministers that the car industry is at a “crisis point". Louise Haigh MP will meet with the automotive giant, who will petition for the #Government to ease up on #ElectricVehicle rules and regs. ?? ASDA In Trouble. In the midst of its massive strategic turnaround, Asda is struggling to fend off competitors. This comes as Morrisons swoops in to steal Andrew Staniland from the supermarket giant - before he even started. And, competitors have shrunk Asda's market share. ?? Porsche Recall Madness. If you planned on splashing out on a Porsche AG #911, #718 or #Panamera - be warned. Slight issue! The luxury car brand has issued a recall to owners in the #UK, warning that the wheels may come off...drivers in the #US have also been issued with warnings. ?? Third Quarter Sluggishness. The #UKeconomy saw minimal #GDP growth in the third quarter and actually shrank in September. This is a setback for the #Labour government's ambitions. The Labour Party has promised to deliver the highest sustained growth in the G7. ?? Prime Real Estate. According to mega property owner Land Securities, Prime office and shopping centre values in the #UK are on the UP for the first time in two years ?? The boost is attributed to better valuations for its retail spaces and top-notch office buildings in London. Don't miss an update! Be sure to like this post, follow the page and subscribe to our weekly newsletter. You make the news, we monitor it. The Wake Up Call ?? #ElonMusk #Musk #Tesla #SpaceX #xAI #Klarna #IPO #PublicMarkets #PrivateMarkets #Alternatives #PrivateEquity #PrivateCredit #Deals #6am #WakeyWakey #6amclub #Nissan #ASDA #UKeconomy #WakeUp

SPOILER ALERT ?? In case you missed this... Today the government is set to unveil a groundbreaking private stock exchange called #Pisces. #Pisces will let #investors trade shares in a "world first" private stock exchange. Originally proposed by the previous government, to boost the #UK equity markets, its launch was uncertain after the General Election. It seems like #Pisces is making a comeback! And, the GREAT news?! This could really help improve the UK’s bedraggled IPO scene. Things are a bit tense for Rt Hon Rachel Reeves. #Labour's #Budget has stirred up some discontent in the #City. Asda's Lord Stuart Rose being of one the latest industry figures to voice concerns. Now, Reeves has a chance to showcase a positive message on the City’s importance to national growth at her #MansionHouse speech. Watch out, #PrivateMarkets are front-and-centre of this one... As always, we will be rounding up the key takeaways...chuck us a like, give us a follow and watch this space. The Wake Up Call ?? https://lnkd.in/ee7dHSr8 #PISCES #MansionHouse #Chancellor #Budget #PrivateMarkets #PrivateCompanies #Alternatives #PrivateEquity #PrivateCredit #WakeUp #WakeyWakey #Pensions #PensionFunds #Reform #Regulation #CityAM #City

Wakey wakey! Things To Know At 6AM ?? Headline news developments over the past several days. ?? Local Government Pensions. Ahead of her #MansionHouse speech this week, Rt Hon Rachel Reeves is gearing up to unveil plans aimed at leveraging the ￡354bn local government pensions ?? to boost the UK economy. ?? Farmers Fighting Back. Farmers are threatening to target ports and disrupt supermarket supply chains in protest against #InheritanceTax rises. This comes as global food prices hit record highs (Spoiler Alert ?? See below). ?? Renewables Under Fire. Investors betting against renewables have made over $1.2 billion in profits after #Trumps victory. Firms like Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership and Qube Research & Technologies bet against companies like hydrogen firm Nordex Group. ?? Food Prices Soar. Rising prices for essentials like vegetable oils, wheat, cheese, and sugar have driven food commodity costs to their highest point in a year and a half ?? ?? To The Moon. Binance's CEO is buzzing about #Trump's victory, calling it the beginning of a "golden era" for #crypto. Optimism for regulatory acceptance has surged in America, with #bitcoin hitting record highs. ?? House Prices UP ?? UK average #houseprices have reached a new all time high of just under ￡300,000 as of October. Prices have now increased, for the fourth month in a row. ?? Automotive Sector DOWN ?? BMW Group is facing declining sales, especially in #China, falling nearly 30%. Steep drops in profits also for Toyota Motor Corporation and Honda. Nissan Motor Corporation will cut 9,000 jobs. And, AUDI AG profits plummet 91%... The aftermath of the #USelection is shaking things up, and #Europe is facing its own challenges too. We've covered this - and more - in our latest #newsletter! Make sure you don't miss the next one... Be sure to like this post, follow our page, and subscribe for more updates! You make the news, we monitor it. The Wake up Call ?? #USelection #PrivateMarkets #Alternatives #Foodprices #Houseprices #Trump #Harris #Inflation #Labour #UKGovernment #Agriculture #bitcoin #digitalcurrency #privateequity #privatecredit #farmers #assets #pensions #renewableenergy #cars #China #America #renewables #wakeywakey #wakeup #6amclub

The Wake Up Call: Your Weekly Business Roundup! What: A quick, insightful digest of the latest in Technology & Private Markets. When: Every Monday at 6 AM – perfect for your morning coffee. Why: Stay ahead with essential updates on tech innovations, market shifts, and exclusive deals. Who: Read by firms like BlackRock, Blackstone, JPMorganChase, Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, Brevan Howard, Aviva, Morgan Stanley, BNY, Schroders, Schroders Capital, Slaughter and May, TP ICAP, Macquarie Group & Many more! Start your week informed. Sign up & get this straight into your inbox, every Monday morning. https://thewakeupcall.biz/ #tech #technology #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity #AI #datacenters #data #innovation #Strategy #Growth #Finance #DigitalTransformation #VentureCapital #Sustainability #Entrepreneurship #Business #MachineLearning #BigData #TechTrends #FinTech #CyberSecurity #CloudComputing #Blockchain #SoftwareDevelopment #DataScience #Automation #TechNews #SmartTech #TechLeadership #EmergingMarkets

THE WINNER. #TheDonald declares victory at the #2024USElection and is in Florida as he prepares to address the nation. #Trump has routed #Democrats. Flipping #Georgia back to Republican control and winning other key swing states of #NorthCarolina and #Pennsylvania. He appears on course to sweep #Wisconsin and #Michigan. He is also on track to win the popular vote in what has turned out to resemble a landslide victory. Earlier in the night, Harris decided not to address the media and the public. Perhaps an early indicator of how the #election would pan out. An historic night for political pundits, the US Electorate and the Western World. Follow the page and don’t forget to subscribe to the newsletter. The Wake Up Call ?? https://lnkd.in/eVRxySyk #USElection #Trump #Harris #Republican #Democrat #2024Election #WAKEUP #WakeyWakey

As millions of Americans decide the fate of the world’s foremost #superpower, stocks find themselves wavering too, poised for the outcome of the #USElection. #Polls are depicting a tight race. A coin toss may be just as informative as your most intricate political analysis. But, one thing’s for sure. Whether you’re diehard #MAGA or #KamalaHarris through and through, you won’t want to miss this… The Wake Up Call ?? https://lnkd.in/edG78dAE #USElection #Trump #KamalaHarris #2024Election #Election #ElectionYear #USA #Republican #Democrat #DOWJONES #Republican #Democrat

Wakey wakey! Things To Know At 6AM ?? Headline news developments over the past several days. ?? Big Tech Revolution. Tech giants are gearing up to invest an eye-popping $200 billion in AI-related capital expenditure this year. Amazon is in front, with $75 billion earmarked for 2024. Meta and Alphabet Inc. aren't far behind ?? ?? Mike Ashley Snubbed. Boohoo Group PLC has decided to promote someone from within the company to take over as chief executive, effectively turning down sportswear mogul Mike Ashley. ?? AI Mega-Deal. KKR and Equity Capital Partners Ltd (ECP) are teaming up for a massive $50 billion #partnership aimed at boosting AI-driven data centres and power infrastructure ?? ?? Ryanair Cutting Back. Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airline has issued a warning that it might reduce its flight schedule from the #UK by up to 10% next year, citing rising taxes on air travel as the main reason ?? ?? Record Fundraising Year.?Ares Management Corporation is set to pull in over $80 billion from investors this year, marking a record for the credit-focused investment firm, according to its CEO ?? ?? Boeing Bankers Bonanza. The Boeing $20 billion-plus capital raise, means Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Citi, and JPMorganChase are set for $75 million paydays (each) for their involvement in the deal. ?? Blackstone Direct Lending. Blackstone's latest direct lending fund hit a whopping $22 billion, blowing past the company’s initial $10 billion goal. This pushes the firm's direct lending AUM to over $123 billion. ?? Digital Assets Surge. Strive Asset Management, a $1.7 billion firm backed by investors like JD Vance and other prominent figures from Donald Trump’s circle, is making its first move into bitcoin ?? This week's 6AM Newsletter featured a #BUDGET SPECIAL EDITION - don't miss out on the next one! Make sure you like the post, follow our page and subscribe for more! You make the news, we monitor it. The Wake Up Call ?? #privatecredit #privatedebt #directlending #boeing #capitalraising #finance #privateassets #alternatives #ryanair #UKBudget #UKGovernment #wakeup #6amclub #digitalassets #artificialintelligence #AI #datacentres #amazon #meta #alphabet #google #bigtech #privateequity

The Wake Up Call is expanding! ?????? Great to have Oliver Watson as our first brand ambassador. Oliver is the President of University of Exeter Business and Finance Society. Studying MSc in Management University of Exeter. Oliver will be focused on expanding university networks & distribution channels. Congratulations Oliver & welcome to the team! https://thewakeupcall.biz #Technology #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity

How do you solve a problem like #PrivateEquity executives fleeing the #UK for low tax (and sunnier) destinations? How about only raising tax on #carriedinterest - as of April 2025 - from 28% to 32% ?? Rt Hon Rachel Reeves hasn't gone for 45% taxation on this occasion. Although a relief for the approximately 3,100 professionals with an interest in, well, carried interest, #PrivateEquity is not out of the woods just yet ?? Taxation is still occurin' and big reforms are on the horizon... Make sure you sign up to The Wake Up Call to receive our #BUDGET SPECIAL EDITION #Newsletter. As always, on a Monday morning. At 6am. Just in time for your coffee ?? https://lnkd.in/eh-ATnxg #Budget #Taxation #Labour #PrivateEquity #Alternatives #capitalgainstax #carriedinterest