US-Iran Deal Watch: A Reuters source says the US-Iran framework includes a $300bn private investment fund for Iran reconstruction, with more than half already committed—though Trump says a reported $300bn fund is “false” and warns the MOU isn’t final. Markets & Rates: Stocks and oil slipped as investors weighed the Fed’s updated rate forecasts, with expectations of at least one hike for 2026 rising. Africa Power Finance: Zafiri launched with $176m to fund distributed renewables across sub-Saharan Africa, aiming to catalyze millions of new electricity connections. Banking Deal: Emirates NBD completed its $2.75bn majority-stake acquisition of RBL Bank, a major foreign entry into India’s banking sector. Index Investing Theme: MSCI highlighted how passive investing drives recurring index licensing and asset-based fees, even as valuation multiples compress. Crypto Regulation: Singapore’s MAS added Bybit to its Investor Alert List for operating without required local licences. India IPO Pipeline: NSE filed its DRHP for a potentially record-setting IPO, keeping the focus on what it means for BSE and for investors watching valuation. Tech & Data Ecosystems: Nemetschek invested in Dawex to accelerate trusted AI data exchange for construction and media. Investment in Agriculture: Yemen’s authorities agreed to allocate 26,000 hectares in Hodeidah for a first agricultural and investment zone.