Development Finance Corporation
Coverage of Development Finance Corporation in the Nexus archive.
- The U.S. government invested $27 billion in corporate stakes. Good luck finding them
The Trump administration invested $26.7 billion in 30 equity or quasi-equity deals, including a 9.9% stake in Intel and investments in MP Materials and quantum computing firms. However, there is no consolidated public ledger of these holdings, which are spread across four agencies, raising transparency concerns.
- Hormuz closure sparks global pitchfest on energy
Multiple countries are seeking U.S. support to address energy supply disruptions caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure. Suriname's minister highlighted offshore gas potential and U.S. investment opportunities, while the Trump administration emphasized diversifying energy sources and strengthening security. The Development Finance Corporation's expanded role is seen as a tool for financing global energy projects.
- Donald Trump’s foreign policy gets a muscular finance arm
Donald Trump's foreign policy is being strengthened by the Development Finance Corporation, which may soon rival the World Bank in terms of its loan book. This development could have significant implications for global finance and geopolitics. The move is part of a broader effort to assert US influence abroad.