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FT News Briefing

Iran’s reformist(ish) future

Jul 10, 2024
10:43
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Iran's president-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian, discusses his plans for reform in Iran amidst challenges. Topics include US investment banking, Russian missile attack in Ukraine, and Shein's fashion waste initiative.
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  • Investment banking in the US is rebounding with increased activity in debt deals, mergers, and equity markets.
  • Iran's election of Masoud Pezeshkian as a pro-reform president indicates a potential shift in policies.

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Investment Banking Activity in the US

Investment banking activity in the US is showing promising signs of recovery after a period of sluggishness. Factors such as an increase in debt deals, mergers, and equity capital markets activity indicate a bounce-back in this sector. The stabilization of interest rates is facilitating easier agreements on company valuations, contributing to the positive outlook for US banks. Executives are optimistic about the resurgence in investment banking activities and anticipate favorable results in the upcoming earnings reports.

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