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SpaceX's historic IPO, priced at $135 per share with $75 billion raised, dominates markets ahead of its Friday trading debut after merging with xAI. The 2026 World Cup is set to be the biggest betting event in history with unprecedented economic scale. Chinese biotech firms continue global expansion through overseas licensing deals despite US barriers, while AI-related hiring surges but favors experienced professionals over newcomers.

SpaceX IPO draws historic investor demand ahead of Friday debut

SpaceX IPO draws historic investor demand ahead of Friday debutSpaceX's initial public offering, priced at $135 per share, has drawn record-breaking demand from both domestic and foreign investors. Leveraged ETFs enabling bullish and bearish bets on the stock have already launched. Trading begins Friday, marking what analysts call a landmark moment for Wall Street.

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Stock futures tick higher as Wall Street gears up for SpaceX’s historic IPO: Live updates (CNBC)
A look at the SpaceX IPO by the numbers (AP News)
SpaceX IPO: Record-breaking deal prices at $135 a share. Trading begins on Friday. (MarketWatch)
SpaceX IPO spawns leveraged ETFs for bullish and bearish bets on its stock (MarketWatch)
The SpaceX IPO is drawing historic demand from foreign investors. But don’t expect a dollar-buying frenzy. (MarketWatch)

SpaceX raises $75 billion, completes merger with xAI ahead of market debut

SpaceX raises $75 billion, completes merger with xAI ahead of market debutElon Musk's SpaceX has raised $75 billion in its IPO, the largest in history, after merging with artificial intelligence company xAI. The debut marks the first of three mega-IPOs from AI firms expected this year. The listing has created significant wealth for early investors including Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and Twitter founder Jack Dorsey.

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Elon Musk’s SpaceX is about to make its debut on Wall Street (AP News)
Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of record stock market debut (BBC)
Who can buy shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX? (BBC)
Near Trillionaire Elon Musk, A Saudi Prince, And Twitter’s Founder: Here Are The SpaceX IPO’s Biggest Winners (Forbes)
June 11, 2026 •Elon Musk's rocket company, recently merged with xAI, raised $75 billion in its initial public stock offering. It's the first of a trio of mega-IPOs from AI companies expected this year. (NPR)

2026 World Cup expected to be biggest betting event in history

2026 World Cup expected to be biggest betting event in historyThe 2026 World Cup is projected to become the largest betting event ever, with economists calling it the most financially significant tournament in history. The economic scale of the event is drawing attention from global markets and sports betting platforms. CNBC notes this is just one of several major global events kicking off in the week ahead.

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Global week ahead: Soccer isn't the only thing that's kicking off (CNBC)
World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history (BBC)
Why the economics makes this the craziest World Cup ever (BBC)

Chinese biotech firms push global expansion despite US barriers

Chinese biotech firms push global expansion despite US barriersChinese biotechnology companies are increasingly relying on overseas licensing deals to access global markets, describing this push as 'irreversible' despite rising geopolitical tensions. Chinese firms now account for roughly half of all global biotech business development transactions. Meanwhile, some AI companies going public are excluding Chinese investors, highlighting growing tech decoupling.

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China biotech firms say global push is ‘irreversible’ despite US barriersChinese drug makers are increasingly relying on overseas licensing deals to reach global markets amid growing geopolitical tensions. (SCMP)
Chinese companies now account for about half of all global biotechnology business development deals. Photo: Shutterstock (SCMP)
As Some A.I. Firms Go Public, China Is Being Shut Out (NYT)

AI drives job growth but favors experienced professionals

AI drives job growth but favors experienced professionalsThe artificial intelligence boom is creating a surge in job opportunities, but the demand heavily favors experienced professionals over entry-level candidates. Banks are launching aggressive AI talent acquisition campaigns, and AI agents are being explored for smarter urban management. The trend indicates a shift in the labor market toward specialized AI expertise.

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AI is sparking a jobs boom — just not for newbies (CNN)
Banks launch strong AI talent drive (China Daily)
How AI Agents Can Help Cities Work Smarter (Forbes)