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Why Emirates is running out of cash

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5 years ago

April 23, 2021

One of the worlds biggest airlines is running out of cash.

Dubai based, Emirates Airline may soon may soon be reaching out for government support, as many parts of the aviation sector still battle through the pain of COVID-19 and the impacts the pandemic is having on the global aviation industry.

We could soon see the Dubai-based airline reach out to the Dubai Government, requesting another equity injection if demand for air-travel doesn’t pick up.

The middle east carrier had hoped that the global rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine would renew confidence in the air travel but demand remains at very low levels.

Emirates’ fully vaccinated @Airbus A380 flight #EK2021 operated today across the UAE with close to 400 fully vaccinated customers celebrating the UAE’s successful vaccination programme. All proceeds from the flight went to the Emirates Airline Foundation. https://t.co/XSgvMOWYBd pic.twitter.com/EdaW62VTrT
— Emirates Airline (@emirates) April 10, 2021

Many airlines are continuing to ground planes and some are even flying them near-empty.

The President of Emirates Airline says the carrier is “good for another six, seven or eight months in terms of cash” stating that the airline was just cutting it thin by covering operational costs through current cash flow.

Emirates, the operator of the world’s biggest A380 fleet lost $3.4 billion US dollars in the first half of the year however received $2billion in equity in 2020 from the Dubai Government.

Emirates has resumed flights with all of its 151 Boeing triple seven jets which are mainly carrying cargo but in terms of passenger numbers Emirates are seeing between 20,000 to 30,000 passengers a day.

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Alphabet launches $20B bond to fund AI expansion

Alphabet’s $20B bond offering highlights investor confidence in AI growth, enabling funding without shareholder dilution.

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3 hours ago

February 11, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Alphabet’s $20B bond offering highlights investor confidence in AI growth, enabling funding without shareholder dilution.

Alphabet has launched a record $20 billion bond offering to finance its massive AI infrastructure build-out, signalling strong investor confidence in the company’s growth strategy. The oversubscribed sale shows that investors are betting on Alphabet’s AI potential and long-term returns.

By using debt instead of equity, Alphabet can raise funds without diluting shareholders. The money will support AI research, advanced computing, and other strategic projects, cementing the company’s leadership in the sector.

Brad Gastwirth from Circular Technologies explains how corporate debt is reshaping tech financing and how investors perceive AI-linked bonds. This record issuance could set a trend for other tech companies looking to fund innovation.

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AI tax tool sparks market turmoil for financial firms

Major financial firms’ stocks fell sharply after an AI tax tool launch, raising investor fears of disruption in advisory services.

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4 hours ago

February 11, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Major financial firms’ stocks fell sharply after an AI tax tool launch, raising investor fears of disruption in advisory services.

Shares of major financial services firms tumbled after the launch of a new AI-powered tax planning tool. LPL Financial dropped nearly 11%, while Charles Schwab and Raymond James Financial fell more than 9%, signalling investor concern over AI disrupting traditional advisory services.

Morgan Stanley also saw a 4% decline as fears grow that AI could replace some of the most profitable offerings of established firms. Earlier this year, the introduction of other AI models already caused turbulence in software stocks, suggesting this could be a broader trend affecting multiple sectors.

The iShares U.S. Broker-Dealers and Securities ETF was down 4% on Tuesday, reflecting the market-wide uncertainty surrounding AI adoption in finance. Investors are closely watching whether AI will complement or cannibalise the industry’s core services.

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RBA rate shock: ASX200, Gold and Crypto market

RBA’s interest rate shift impacts ASX200, AUD; gold/silver rebound analyzed amidst upcoming economic data and crypto market navigation.

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1 day ago

February 10, 2026

Harvey Vargas

RBA’s interest rate shift impacts ASX200, AUD; gold/silver rebound analyzed amidst upcoming economic data and crypto market navigation.

The RBA’s latest interest rate decision has sent ripples through the ASX200 and AUD, leaving investors weighing what comes next. We break down how these changes could affect global equities ahead of this week’s crucial non-farm payroll and consumer price index releases.

Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry Markets shares his analysis on the rebound in gold and silver after recent market turbulence, and what factors could drive further gains or sell-offs in the commodities market.

We also dive into the current state of cryptocurrencies, exploring how investors can navigate volatility and what to watch as economic data continues to shape market sentiment.

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