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AI Investment Costs Rise

Updated 2026-09-23 09:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Softbank’s mega junk-bond deal highlights the increasing cost of capital for AI projects. Investors are demanding higher returns for taking on greater risks.

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Softbank’s mega junk-bond deal shows capital for the AI race is getting more expensive

The artificial intelligence build-out is officially crossing over to the world of junk bonds, where investors expect to be paid more for taking bigger risks.

2026-09-23 08:56 UTC