Market Chatter: SoftBank Eyes $16 Billion Loan for AI Investments

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Mar 04, 2025

SoftBank Group (TYO:9984) plans to borrow $16 billion to fund artificial intelligence investments, The Information reported Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter.

The Japanese tech conglomerate will allocate part of the loan to invest in OpenAI and acquire chip design firm Ampere, the report said.

SoftBank is also considering borrowing another $8 billion in early 2026, The Information reported, citing the sources.

Executives also discussed acquisitions in AI and data centers in the US and Europe and potential energy deals, particularly nuclear power, according to The Information.

(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)

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