India’s Investment Push: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged global lenders to explore Indian infrastructure, renewable energy, AI and capital markets, with talks also covering SME and project financing. Bank Earnings: ICICI Bank’s quarterly profit rose 20.1% to ₹14,843 crore on loan growth and lower provisions, while HDFC Bank’s profit increased 4.7% to ₹19,510 crore as a 67% drop in treasury gains offset stronger lending income; HDFC deputy MD Kaizad Bharucha plans to leave in December. Global Risks: China’s central bank chief backed closer IMF scrutiny of fiscal risks in major economies as high borrowing costs and AI spending weigh on bond markets. The Bank of Canada governor said global resilience is under strain. AI Financing: Big tech is projected to spend more than $720 billion on capital investment this year, much of it on AI, while private loans to AI-related firms have topped $200 billion, raising questions about debt-fuelled growth. Nigeria Reforms: Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele ruled out restoring fuel subsidies or multiple exchange rates, saying a reversal could erode investor confidence. Development Finance: IFC and Attijariwafa Bank provided Pickalbatros with $250 million to acquire and upgrade Moroccan hotels.