capital expenditure

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AI-related capital expenditure is projected to reach $725 billion this year, approaching $3 trillion by the decade’s end.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The company has projected capital expenditure -- mainly for AI data centers -- of between $125 billion and $145 billion for the year.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

The six-to-12 month outlook for financial markets is deteriorating as inventories fall, inflation risks rise and higher capital costs become more relevant for the AI capital expenditure boom.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

The four largest hyperscalers are tracking toward roughly $700 billion in combined capital expenditure for 2026 — up more than 60% from 2025’s already record levels.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

The total railway earnings at the Cape and Natal together over all their lines amounted to £3,916,566 in 1895, and the capital expenditure on railways by these colonies amounts to £26,000,000.

From South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 1 (of 6) From the Foundation of Cape Colony to the Boer Ultimatum of 9th Oct. 1899 by Creswicke, Louis