The Free Money AI Bond Buildout Is Gone
THE SO WHAT
Rising debt costs mean hyperscalers can’t treat AI capex as zero-cost optionality anymore — every new data center and cluster now competes harder for return. If you’re counting on hyperscaler generosity for long-horizon AI bets, expect tighter credits, more usage commitments, and sharper pricing tiers.
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