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Shares of banks, insurers, and travel agencies fell as investors worry about Meta's AI agent, Muse, disrupting industries reliant on consumer inertia. Meta's stock rose 11% on Monday. Affected companies include JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Allstate, Charles Schwab, Expedia, and Booking Holdings. Goldman Sachs identifies telecoms, insurance, and utilities as sectors at risk.

The Canadian government has appointed Morgan Stanley and CIBC to advise on selling operating rights to its four largest airports. The deal, announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney, aims to raise tens of billions for infrastructure. The government will retain land ownership while granting long-term concessions to investors, with proceeds funding regional airports and other projects.

Major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan, Bank of America, and others, raised their prime lending rate to 7% after the Federal Reserve's quarter-point rate hike. The move increases borrowing costs for consumers and businesses. Bank stocks fell, with BofA down 2.7%, Citi 2.4%, and JPMorgan 1%. Rate hikes may boost bank earnings but could also slow economic activity and impact credit quality.

Major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan, Bank of America, and Citigroup, raised their prime lending rates to 7% following the Federal Reserve's quarter-point increase in the federal funds rate to 3.75%-4%. The Fed cited persistent inflation. Bank stocks fell, reflecting mixed investor sentiment. The Fed projects further rate hikes, with implications for borrowers and the broader economy.

Major U.S. bank stocks declined after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates to 3.75%-4.00%, citing high inflation. Bank of America (BAC) fell 2.4%, Wells Fargo (WFC) dropped 2%, and others also saw declines. Rising rates may reduce loan demand and increase credit risks for banks.

Morgan Stanley plans to convert Eaton Vance state-specific municipal bond strategies into ETFs, offering lower costs and intraday trading. Analyst Eric Balchunas notes success depends on fees matching or undercutting institutional mutual fund levels. The fee structure will be key for investor interest.