The Political Landscape of Israel Bonds in Public Finance

Europe has only a fraction of the air defence capabilities needed to protect its eastern flank, BHP’s £39bn takeover bid for Anglo American has collapsed, and Israel bonds are a hot commodity in US municipalities. Plus, the FT’s Brooke Masters explains why private equity firms are pivoting towards profit sharing. 

Mentioned in this podcast:

Nato has just 5% of air defences needed to protect eastern flank

Israel’s borrowing spree reaches Palm Beach as US municipalities pile in

BHP’s £39bn pursuit of Anglo American collapses

Higher rates have changed the game for private equity

The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help by Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Monica Lopez. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show’s theme song is by Metaphor Music.

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