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A recap of some of our best stories and the most dominant themes of the year across startups, business and current affairs.

The retired banker wants India’s top companies to invest in AI. But the capital, ambition, and urgency simply aren’t there.
Most business-to-business companies waiting to list on the public markets have a problem that prospective investors should be aware of: severe indebtedness.
The regional economy is expected to take a big hit in 2026, venture capital activity is starting to show signs of strain, and Saudi Arabia’s sovereign fund has a new investment strategy.