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OpenAI is eyeing a public debut in two thousand twenty seven at a target valuation of one trillion dollars, a number that would make it one of the largest IPOs in market history. But investor appetite for AI megacaps is showing cracks, with concerns mounting over unsustainable capital expenditure cycles and whether growth projections can justify those multiples at the opening bell.
Turning to Washington, a report from Brookings and Federal Reserve economists throws cold water on AI's projected fiscal benefits. While some analyses suggest artificial intelligence could trim the national deficit by two point two trillion dollars through two thousand thirty six, the economists warn more than half those savings could be erased by the economic disruption AI itself generates, leaving the net fiscal picture far murkier than advertised.
And then there's the story that won't leave the tape alone. Reporting confirms President Trump was actively purchasing shares in Apple, Nvidia, and other major technology companies the day before his administration reversed course on tariffs, a pivot that triggered a sharp market rebound. The timing has drawn serious scrutiny from ethics watchdogs and market observers alike, raising questions about disclosure and the integrity of price-sensitive policy decisions.
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