On Oct 15, rumors circulated that 98-year-old Li Ka Shing had died. An insider at CK Asset Holdings (01113.HK) responded that the reports were "not true."

JP Morgan has added nuclear generation and power-grid investments to the list of projects eligible under its $1tn green-financing target. The bank said the change is intended to help meet a historic surge in power demand while supporting affordability and supply security. Heather Zichal, head of the bank’s energy and environment center and sustainable strategy, said the move is part of a review of its $2.5tn sustainable-goals framework. JP Morgan said it aims to lead electrification financing and be a preferred lender for grid projects. CEO Jamie Dimon has identified energy infrastructure as a key element of the bank’s $1.5tn safety and resilience program launched last year to support US national security.

RBNZ chief economist Conway said at IMF–World Bank meetings in Bangkok the late-October rate decision is "completely open," with the Bank seeking optionality between a 0bp and a 25bp move. He reiterated the RBNZ still views the official cash rate as most likely to rise but has not decided on timing. Conway said recent falls in oil and the NZD have added short-term upward pressure on inflation, although the Bank remains confident inflation will slow to the 1–3% target band next year.