As the 2027 budget is being prepared (note dated 24 August 2026), analysts warn that the Ministry of Finance’s baseline forecast would benefit from an alternative scenario reflecting higher spending. The government faces a marked rise in expenditures that, unless offset by measures on the revenue side, is likely to push the public deficit toward about 3% of GDP. Primary drivers of the spending increase include higher pension outlays, planned pay rises in the public sector, the costs linked to abolishing broadcasting/concession fees, and stepped-up investment in infrastructure. Detailed budget measures were not yet published, so the near-term fiscal path remains subject to change. Observers recommend that the official forecast present a parallel, higher-spending scenario to show risks to deficit targets and to inform policy choices. #CzechRepublic #Budget2027 #publicfinances #deficit #FiatNews

Government bonds of the Republic have been relaunched and are back on offer, reopening access for investors to purchase sovereign paper. Authorities restarted issuance as part of debt management operations; further issuance details were not specified. #bonds #sovereign #FiatNews

Alibaba raised more than $10 billion in a secondary share offering, the company said, marking a large placement by selling shareholders. The transaction drew sufficient demand; detailed allocation and pricing information was not provided in the notice. $BABA #Alibaba #equities #FiatNews

Shell is selling its U.S. chemical division, according to reports. The planned divestment would remove the company’s American chemicals assets from its portfolio; terms, timeline and potential buyers have not been disclosed. #Shell #chemicals #FiatNews

Oil prices fell as markets reacted to the increasing economic isolation of Iran, which has altered supply expectations and reduced certain risk premiums. Traders pointed to geopolitical tensions and softer near‑term demand signals as drivers of the slide. #oil #Brent #FiatNews

Nvidia has informed customers of price increases for its products, the company said. The notice updates pricing across selected hardware and services but did not specify percentage changes. Market participants will watch for effects on margins and demand. $NVDA #Nvidia #FiatNews

After a strong start to August, US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their largest weekly outflows since late June, signaling a cooling in investor flows. The withdrawal comes as Bitcoin trades well below its all-time highs and volatility remains elevated. #Bitcoin #ETFs #FiatNews

BHP exceeded profit expectations and signaled plans to raise production, with copper now accounting for more than half of the miner’s revenue for the first time. Management framed copper as the core growth engine amid long-term demand for electrification metals. #BHP #Copper #FiatNews

Goldman Sachs says the AI investment story may be entering a new phase: after a focus on chips, data centers and infrastructure, the next winners will be firms that convert AI into measurable cost savings and productivity gains across industries. #GoldmanSachs #AI #FiatNews

Signs of slowing in China: recent data show industrial output, consumer demand and investment are lagging expectations, with rising unemployment and ongoing weakness in capital expenditures cited as areas of concern for policymakers and global trade partners. #China #Economy #FiatNews

The 30-year US Treasury yield rose to 5.311%, its highest level since mid-2007, climbing more than four basis points in one session. Long-dated sovereign yields are under pressure in the US, Europe and Japan as markets reassess long-run interest-rate and inflation expectations. #Treasuries #FiatNews

Merck and Moderna reported highly promising results from a late-stage trial of a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, sending Moderna stock roughly 100% higher. The outcome marks a notable advance for personalized oncology and mRNA therapeutic applications. #Moderna #Merck #FiatNews

Alibaba’s aggressive ramp-up of AI and related infrastructure drove a steep earnings hit: Alibaba reported first fiscal-quarter net profit down over 75% to 10.5 billion yuan, reflecting heavy investment spending aimed at future AI capabilities. #Alibaba #AI #FiatNews

Bitcoin jumped nearly 8% in a single session, triggering the largest wave of forced short-covering since 2021. The sharp reversal raises questions about whether the move reflects renewed investor demand or was primarily a short squeeze-driven technical surge. #Bitcoin #FiatNews

Walmart raised its full-year outlook and beat Street estimates for second-quarter revenue and profit, yet the retailer’s shares fell more than 7% after the results. Analysts pointed to margin pressures and investor reaction despite the stronger-than-expected operational metrics. #Walmart #FiatNews

Japan’s core consumer price inflation accelerated to 1.8% year-on-year in July, up from 1.6% in June, the government reported. The pickup, driven partially by higher import costs, adds nuance to the Bank of Japan’s inflation assessment and policy outlook. #Japan #CPI #FiatNews

Unitree Robotics’ founder urged caution over humanoid robot timelines, suggesting a true 'ChatGPT moment' for humanoids could be a decade away. That sober view contrasted with a frenzied IPO debut in Shanghai, where Unitree shares surged hundreds of percent on first-day trading. #Unitree #FiatNews

Jeff Currie of Altis Partners argues market conditions for gold have shifted, opening room for another leg up in bullion. Discussion on CNBC also flagged an economic upswing accompanied by wider budget deficits and growing sovereign debt as factors shaping commodity narratives. #Gold #FiatNews

Anthropic’s planned IPO could rival or exceed SpaceX’s listing and will be a major test of investor appetite for financing the next phase of the AI revolution. Market watchers say the offering will signal willingness to fund large-scale AI expansion and infrastructure. #Anthropic #AI #FiatNews

Bank of America warns that if US Treasury yields do not fall below 5%, risks to AI investments and broader equity markets could increase. The note highlights rising yields despite Treasury buybacks and cautions investors about valuation and financing pressures across tech sectors. #BofA #AI #FiatNews