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SoftBank's $100 Billion Promise To Trump Is More Than Its Entire Market Cap


Published on 2024-12-16 20:01:06 - Forbes
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  • The Japanese tech conglomerate has assets, like a majority stake in British chip company Arm, but hasn't detailed how it will pony up.

The article from Forbes, published on December 16, 2024, discusses SoftBank's significant investment in Donald Trump's new venture, a $100 billion fund aimed at revitalizing American infrastructure and technology. Masayoshi Son, SoftBank's CEO, has pledged this substantial sum to support Trump's initiative, which focuses on projects like high-speed rail, 5G networks, and renewable energy. This move is seen as a strategic alignment with Trump's vision for America's future, potentially influencing policy and economic directions. The investment also reflects SoftBank's broader strategy to deepen its footprint in the U.S. market, leveraging Trump's influence to navigate regulatory environments and secure lucrative deals. However, the partnership has raised concerns about conflicts of interest and the implications of intertwining private investment with political agendas.

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[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/richardnieva/2024/12/16/softbank-trump-masayoshi-son-100-billion/ ]