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Sovereign Wealth Funds

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Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) are state-owned investment funds or entities that are used by national governments to manage and invest surplus revenues, often derived from natural resource exports (like oil or gas) or foreign currency reserves. These funds are typically long-term, globally diversified investors, aiming to preserve and grow

Sovereign wealth funds collectively manage trillions of dollars and are among the largest and most influential institutional investors in the world. Their actions can significantly impact global capital markets, asset prices, and foreign direct investment. Because of their scale, SWFs are often viewed both as sources of economic stability and as instruments of strategic geopolitical influence.

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