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CBOT wheat may test support at $7.03-1/4
CBOT December wheat (WZ26) may test support at $7.03-1/4 per bushel, a break below which may open the way toward the $6.93-3/4 to $6.97-1/2 range.A projection analysis on wave c from $7.43-1/2 reveals a series of levels
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 04:02 AM UTC
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Logistics stock, already up 127% from IPO price, can see further upside, Kotak says
Brokerage firm Kotak Institutional Equities initiated coverage on logistics services provider Shadowfax Technologies Ltd., on Wednesday, September 23, after the stock has been one of the most successful listings of this
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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Rupee edges higher to 95.57 against dollar as crude prices ease
The Indian rupee opened 2 paise stronger at 95.57 against the US dollar on Wednesday (September 23), compared with its previous close of 95.59, as traders continued to track crude oil prices and developments around the U
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 04:01 AM UTC
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JPY: USD/JPY - Disappointed Market Challenging 157-159
The USD/JPY range today has been 157.34-157.67 in the Asia-Pac session, it is currently trading around 157.65, +0.16%. The pair has stalled toward 158.00 with the market wary of intervention after reports the BOJ might h
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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International Film Camp Nurtures Asian Film Talent for Third Consecutive Year
Advancing Macao as international exchange platform for film talent Contributing to Macao's development as "City of Performing Arts" and supporting economic diversificationMACAO, Sept. 23, 2026 // -- Organised by the Asia
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.07%, Nasdaq 100 -0.02%; USD/JPY +0.19%, WTI -1.39%, 9984 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.07 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.02 percent, Dow futures is up 0.14 percent and Russell futures is down 0.02 percent. In currencies, the dollar
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
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NVDA Edges Down Overnight After 6-Day Winning Streak — Director Mark Stevens Sells Another $300M In Stock
Nvidia Corp. director Mark Stevens sold another 1.4 million shares worth about $300 million in transactions on Sept. 18, according to a new Form 4 filing on Tuesday, extending a pattern of large insider sales at the chip
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:57 AM UTC
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AUD: AUD/USD - Trades Heavy Toward 0.7100
The AUD/USD has had a range today of 0.7101-0.7121 in the Asia- Pac session, it is currently trading around 0.7100, -0.21%. The pair continues to consolidate just above 0.7100 albeit with an offered tone unable to get an
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:54 AM UTC
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Seek Warrants Caution as Higher Rates Weigh on Ad Volumes — Market Talk
Australian job advertiser Seek keeps its hold rating at Bell Potter as analyst Michael Ardrey waits for any positive shift in sentiment or visibility on a recovery in ad volumes. Ardrey trims his FY 2028 volume forecasts
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:52 AM UTC
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Data-centre bet makes ESDS one of India’s best new listings
India’s hunt for listed data-center and AI plays has a new favorite, and investors are already looking for what comes next.ESDS Software Solution Ltd. has surged over 300% since its trading debut on Sept. 4, putting it o
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:52 AM UTC
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Nifty may remain under pressure as FPI selling continues; key levels to watch
The Indian equity market is likely to open cautiously on Wednesday despite positive global cues. As foreign portfolio investors stepped in to sell, analysts expect the market to remain under pressure.Continued foreign ou
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:52 AM UTC
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CHINA: Growing Demand Dynamic for Bonds Sees Strong September
* With much of longer dated issuance done for September, the bond market continues to show resilience - even in the face of strong issuance. * Early September the MOF announced a major targeted issuance of 300 billion yu
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:49 AM UTC
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Central Plaza Hotel's 3Q Revenue Likely to Benefit From Demand, Low Base — Market Talk
Central Plaza Hotel's 3Q core earnings are likely to expand, Maybank Securities (Thailand) analyst Boonyakorn Amornsank says in a report. The hotel and restaurant chain operator's Thailand hotel business is expected to d
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:49 AM UTC
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Dixon Technologies sets sights on global top five as it expands beyond smartphones
Dixon Technologies India Ltd. is targeting growth beyond assembling smartphones, its strong suit, to challenge global electronics-making leaders and propel the company to its next phase of expansion.The contract manufact
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:49 AM UTC
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China's yuan eases amid softer guidance rate, growing tensions with Europe
China's yuan softened against the dollar on Wednesday after the central bank set a weaker guidance rate for the first time in 11 sessions as growing trade tensions with Europe threaten to slow Chinese exports.The yuan ha
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:47 AM UTC
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Indian shares open flat as foreign outflows offset Asian gains
Indian shares were off to a muted start on Wednesday as persistent foreign fund outflows offset positive cues from Asian markets, while concerns over the Middle East conflict remained an overhang.The Nifty 50 NSE:NIFTY r
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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World Bank unlocks $170 million in emergency financing for Nepal flood response
The World Bank said on Wednesday it has made available up to $170 million in emergency financing to support the Nepal government’s immediate response to the floods caused by the catastrophic glacier collapse in late Augu
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:46 AM UTC
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Malaysia Telcos Expected to Enter Stronger 2H — Market Talk
Malaysia's telecommunications sector is expected to see a seasonally stronger 2H, with longer-term growth drivers supporting fixed-line players, RHB IB analyst Jeffrey Tan says in a note. Mobile earnings are expected to
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:45 AM UTC
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Hanwha Systems Co Signs Supply Contract With Hyundai Rotem
Hanwha Systems Co Ltd KRX:272210
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Angi: Steib Was Most Recently CEO of Tegna >ANGI
Angi: Steib Was Most Recently CEO of Tegna >ANGI
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Angi: Joey Levin to Transition From Role as Executive Chairman of Board to Chairman >ANGI
Angi: Joey Levin to Transition From Role as Executive Chairman of Board to Chairman >ANGI
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Angi: Kip to Serve as Adviser for Six Months to Ensure Smooth Transition >ANGI
Angi: Kip to Serve as Adviser for Six Months to Ensure Smooth Transition >ANGI
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Angi Appoints Michael Steib as CEO, Succeeding Jeff Kip >ANGI
Angi Appoints Michael Steib as CEO, Succeeding Jeff Kip >ANGI
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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CBOT corn may fall toward September 18 low of $5.25-1/2
CBOT December corn (CZ26) may fall toward its September 18 low of $5.25-1/2 per bushel, driven by a wave c.A correction from the September 2 high of $5.49-3/4 looks incomplete, as suggested by the successive drops over t
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Four reasons why DAM Capital expects this 'doubler' EMS stock to rally another 22%
Brokerage firm DAM Capital initiated coverage on Centum Electronics on Wednesday, September 23, with a "Buy" rating, setting a target price of ₹6,000 per share.DAM Capital's price target implies an upside potential of 22
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:43 AM UTC
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Angi Inc. (ANGI) Appoints Michael Steib as CEO, Effective Immediately
Angi Inc. appointed Michael Steib as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, succeeding Jeff Kip. Joey Levin transitions from Executive Chairman to Chairman; Kip will advise for six months.Material DetailsContext
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:42 AM UTC
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OpenAI, Anthropic to brief UN Security Council on AI risks: Reports
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are expected to brief the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday as the body examines artificial intelligence risks and their implications for international secu
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:41 AM UTC
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Iran: Purpose Of US Talks Was To Convey Its Demands; Talks Facilitated By Qata
IRNA Citing Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Baghaei
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:41 AM UTC
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Address Creates New Wallet and Buys 6.64 Million USELESS With 2.28 Million USDC
An address identified as 7LK2oT created a new wallet seven hours ago and spent 2.28 million USDC to buy 6.64 million USELESS at $0.34 each. According to Foresight News, Lookonchain monitored the transaction.
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:41 AM UTC
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Currency Check: Rupee opens with marginal gains at 95.56 per dollar
The Indian rupee opened with marginal gains against the US dollar on September 23. The rupee opened 3 paise higher at 95.56 per dollar, compared with Tuesday’s close of 95.59.According to Finrex, the rupee is expected to
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 03:41 AM UTC
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IRAN: "*IRAN SAYS PURPOSE OF US TALKS TO RELAY ITS DEMANDS: IRNA"
"*IRAN SAYS PURPOSE OF US TALKS TO RELAY ITS DEMANDS: IRNA" - BBG "*IRAN SAYS US TALKS WERE FACILITATED VIA MEDIATOR QATAR: IRNA" "*IRAN PRESIDENT PEZESHKIAN ARRIVES IN NEW YORK: IRNA" - BBG
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:40 AM UTC
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China finance ministry offers 3-month bills at 1.1101% yield: traders
China finance ministry offers 3-month bills at 1.1101% yield: traders
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:39 AM UTC
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Rupiah Holds Near IDR 17,800 Ahead of BI Rate Call
The Indonesian rupiah hovered near IDR 17,800 per U.S. dollar on Wednesday, extending recent gains as traders awaited Bank Indonesia’s policy decision later today. Markets expect the central bank to leave its benchmark r
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:38 AM UTC
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INDONESIA: 2-Yr Premium Suggests BI Hold: Front End Remains Attractive
* Bond yields are lower ahead of the BI decision later with the 5-Yr the outperformer, down -6bps at 6.87% as growing evidence suggests that some general insurers began asset allocating out of equities into bonds, when t
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Snapdeal banks on Gen Z to leave its old image behind
Bengaluru, Sept. 23 -- As Snapdeal's parent, AceVector Ltd, heads to the public markets, it wants Gen Z-more than two-thirds of its new customers-to remember little of the Snapdeal that once aspired to be one of India's
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:36 AM UTC
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Raja Venkatraman recommends three stocks for 23 September
New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- Stock market recap: Indian equities retreated after a four-day winning streak, with the Nifty slipping 85 points to close at 23,329 and the Sensex losing 330 points to 74,529. The Nifty Bank fell 2
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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ANGI - Angi Appoints Michael Steib As CEO
ANGI - Angi Appoints Michael Steib As CEO
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Public bond issues lose favour, companies' fundraising at 3-year low
Mumbai, Sept. 23 -- Public bond fundraising has slipped to a three-year low as companies look to lean on cheaper bank credit lines, while higher yields, longer execution timelines and difficulty in selling bonds in the s
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Casio India targets doubling business in five years, avoids full-fledged smartwatches
New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- Casio, which makes famous G-Shock watches, expects to double its India business over the next five years, as the country emerges as a key growth engine for the Japanese company globally, Shin Takan
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:35 AM UTC
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Iran President Pezeshkian Arrives In New York - IRNA
Iran President Pezeshkian Arrives In New York - IRNA
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Chinese crusher books first new-crop Australian canola cargo after access widens, sources say
By Naveen Thukral and Ella CaoA Chinese private crusher has purchased one Panamax cargo, or around 68,000 metric tons, of Australian canola for March shipment, two sources told Reuters, in one of the first new-crop deals
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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Prime Focus unit Brahma AI raises $100 million from Multiples PE entities
The board of Prime Focus Ltd., on Wednesday, September 23, announced that its two material subsidiaries - Brahma AI Holdings Ltd., and Brahma AI Services India Ltd. will be raising up to $150 million in a fund round that
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:33 AM UTC
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ZAWYA: Germany's Fischer wins supply deal for Saudi Arabia's $1.5bln Jeddah Tower
By Staff WriterGerman fastening specialist fischer has been selected to supply its steel and chemical products for Saudi Arabia’s landmark Jeddah Tower, which is set to become the world’s tallest building when completed.
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:32 AM UTC
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CNH: USD/CNH Firms Above 6.7000 Post CNY Fixing, Can We Test 20-day EMA?
USD/CNH has continued to edge higher post the earlier tick up in the USD/CNY fixing. We are above Tuesday highs, last 6.7050. This is line with broader USD moves, with the BBDXY index now up close to 0.15% for the sessio
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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Asian Markets Trade Mostly Higher
CANBERA (dpa-AFX) - Asian stock markets are mostly higher on Wednesday, following the mixed cues from Wall Street overnight, amid optimism about a diplomatic resolution to the US-Iran conflict after US and Iranian offici
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:31 AM UTC
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ZAWYA: GWC Group expands UAE presence, strengthens Qatar’s connectivity
By Staff WriterGulf Warehousing Company (GWC Group), one of the region’s leading logistics groups providing cross-border and integrated logistics solutions, has expanded its UAE operations with two new subsidiaries, a st
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 +0.02%, Nasdaq 100 -0.07%; USD/JPY +0.18%, WTI -0.77%, 9984 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is up 0.02 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.07 percent, Dow futures is up 0.08 percent and Russell futures is down 0.08 percent. In currencies, the dollar
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:30 AM UTC
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ZAWYA: Riyadh smart city technologies could unlock over $5.8bln in value: JLL
By Staff WriterGlobal smart cities, including Riyadh, can unlock billions of dollars in economic value by treating their technology initiatives as a serious, high-performing investment class, rather than an experimental
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:28 AM UTC
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CBOT soybeans may fall to $13.14-1/2
The CBOT soybean November contract (SX26) may fall to $13.14-1/2 per bushel, a channel technique and projection analysis suggest.The market has fallen below a rising channel, after completing a five-wave cycle. A duplica
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:27 AM UTC
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EUR: EUR/USD - Heavy Price Action Is Telling
The EUR/USD range overnight was 1.1429-1.1471, Asia is currently trading around 1.1432, -0.15%. The pair continues to struggle anywhere back toward the 1.1500 area, pretty telling price action. The US Dollar's pullback h
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:26 AM UTC
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Gold Remains Under Pressure
Gold fell below $4,350 an ounce on Wednesday, remaining under pressure as hawkish signals from Federal Reserve officials outweighed the impact of declining oil prices on the inflation and interest rate outlook. On Tuesda
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:24 AM UTC
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PATEO Signs Strategic MoU with Arm to Advance Physical AI Innovation
SHANGHAI, Sept. 22, 2026 // -- PATEO (02889.HK) recently signed a strategic cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Arm to advance innovation in physical AI. As part of this collaboration, PATEO and Arm will e
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:21 AM UTC
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AMP Target Price Raised 28% to A$2.92/Share by Macquarie>AMP.AU
AMP Target Price Raised 28% to A$2.92/Share by Macquarie>AMP.AU
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:21 AM UTC
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ZAWYA: ROSHN Group offers real estate opportunities for foreign investors
By Staff WriterROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading master developer and a PIF company, is supporting a new chapter for international participation in the Saudi real estate market, as the Kingdom’s regulations governing n
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:21 AM UTC
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AMP Raised to Outperform From Neutral by Macquarie >AMP.AU
AMP Raised to Outperform From Neutral by Macquarie >AMP.AU
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:21 AM UTC
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Société Générale: JPMorgan Raises Target Price To €83 From €81
Société Générale: JPMorgan Raises Target Price To €83 From €81
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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SOUTH KOREA: Position Squaring Ahead of Holidays Sees Front End Perform
* Another calm night overnight in USTs and Japan closed provided a back drop for the front end KTBs to outperform longer bonds, seeing the curve relatively unchanged. * The 3-Yr is down -3.5bps to 4.051% as it continues
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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ZAWYA: Saudi, Qatar reforms offer new real estate opportunities says Dar Global
By Staff WriterDar Global, a leading luxury real estate developer, is reinforcing its commitment to the region's fastest-growing real estate markets by highlighting its flagship residential portfolio across Saudi Arabia
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:19 AM UTC
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Doctors push for AI in Indian healthcare-from smart ICUs to smarter diagnoses
New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- Would you be comfortable letting an artificial intelligence (AI) tool listen in to your conversation with a doctor? Or would you trust a scan report written up by a bot?Doctors in India are driving
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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Seek Target Price Cut 5.8% to A$13.00/Share by Bell Potter>SEK.AU
Seek Target Price Cut 5.8% to A$13.00/Share by Bell Potter>SEK.AU
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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ZAWYA: Saudi construction costs up 2.3% in August, says report
By Staff WriterSaudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics has announced that the construction cost index rose 2.3% year-on-year in August, driven by higher costs in both the residential and non-residential sectors.C
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:18 AM UTC
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RBA says ASX clearing facilities still fall short in key areas despite progress
Australia's central bank said on Wednesday that ASX's ASX:ASX clearing and settlement facilities still failed to meet its expectations in "several important areas", including governance and risk management, even as the e
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:17 AM UTC
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Glenmark Pharma: Goa Plant Receives US FDA Voluntary Action Indicated Classification And Establishment Inspection Report
Glenmark Pharma: Goa Plant Receives US FDA Voluntary Action Indicated Classification And Establishment Inspection Report
REGULATION | Sep 23, 2026, 03:16 AM UTC
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ASIA FX: IDR, PHP Play Catch Up With Lower Oil, BI Seen On Hold Later
South East Asia FX trends are mixed. IDR and PHP are firmer, while MYR is little changed. Broader FX trends are still favoured in terms of the dollar, with the USD BBDXY continuing to gravitate higher, last +0.1% higher
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 03:13 AM UTC
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RBI, FinMin ask banks to ensure ATM cash ahead of UPI charges
New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the finance ministry have asked banks to ensure adequate cash availability at ATMs from 15 October as a cautionary measure, when new charges on select UPI transa
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:11 AM UTC
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SoftBank Starts Jumbo High-Yield Bond Sale to Finance AI Push
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NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:09 AM UTC
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KT&G Showcases Global Brands at InterTabac 2026, the World's Largest Tobacco Industry Trade Fair
Significantly Expands Exhibition Booth…Integrates Combustible Cigarette and NGP Displays Featuring ESSE, BOHEM and Other Brands- Expands Business Engagement with Global Buyers…Explores New Business Opportunities and Stre
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:07 AM UTC
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Why Did AAPL, OKTA, AMD Stocks Jump To 52-Week Highs Today?
Shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL), Okta Inc. (OKTA), and Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (AMD) jumped to annual highs on Tuesday amid company-specific catalysts and Wall Street optimism.AAPL stock climbed 0.23% after reports emerg
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:06 AM UTC
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Embraer says GPS instability reports affect some aircraft, including E2 jets
By Gabriel AraujoBrazilian planemaker Embraer BMFBOVESPA:EMBJ3 said on Tuesday it has been notified of reports of GPS system instability affecting certain aircraft types, including its E2 family.
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC
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Darden (DRI) Reports Q3: Everything You Need To Know Ahead Of Earnings
Restaurant company Darden NYSE:DRIwill be announcing earnings results this Thursday morning. Here’s what to look for.Darden met analysts’ revenue expectations last quarter, reporting revenues of $3.72 billion, up 13.7% y
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC
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What To Expect From Scholastic’s (SCHL) Q3 Earnings
Educational publishing and media company Scholastic NASDAQ:SCHL will be announcing earnings results this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what to expect.Scholastic missed analysts’ revenue expectations last quarter, reporting
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC
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What To Expect From Costco’s (COST) Q3 Earnings
Membership-only discount retailer Costco NASDAQ:COSTwill be reporting earnings this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what to look for.Costco beat analysts’ revenue expectations last quarter, reporting revenues of $70.53 billio
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC
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TD SYNNEX (SNX) Reports Earnings Tomorrow: What To Expect
IT distribution giant TD SYNNEX NYSE:SNX will be reporting results this Thursday before the bell. Here’s what you need to know.TD SYNNEX beat analysts’ revenue expectations last quarter, reporting revenues of $19.57 bill
EARNINGS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:02 AM UTC
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MNI: UK JUN-AUG BRIGHTMINE MEDIAN PAY DEAL 3.0% (3.0% MAY-JUL)
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NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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SOUTH KOREA: Consumer Confidence Up; Rate Hikes Not Hurting (amend)
* The South Korea September Consumer Sentiment Index rebounded to 106.6, climbing 2.1 points from August (104.5). The index sits above the 100-point threshold, it shows that optimists continue to outnumber pessimists rel
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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AUSSIE BONDS: Futures Higher As Oil Continues To Fall, 3yr Still Sub 20-day EMA
Aussie bond futures are biased higher in the first part of Wednesday trade, up 3bps for the benchmarks. YM (3yr future) was last 95.02, while XM (10yr) was last 94.71. The early bias in US Tsy futures is firmer, TYZ6 up
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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SOUTH KOREA: Consumer Confidence Up; Rate Hikes Not Hurting
* The South Korea Septmner Consumer Sentiment Index rebounded to 106.6, climbing 2.1 points from August (104.5). The index sits above the 100-point threshold, it shows that optimists continue to outnumber pessimists rela
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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LOOK AHEAD: Economic Data Calendar 22/09/2026
Date GMT/Local Period Country Release Prior Consensus 22/09/2026 0600/0700 Aug GB CGNCR - ex 2.828 -- GBP (b) 22/09/2026 0600/0700 Aug GB PSNB 1.800 -- GBP (b) Ex-Financial Intervention 22/09/2026 0600/0700 Aug GB Public
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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LOOK AHEAD: Economic Data Calendar 23/09/2026
Date GMT/Local Period Country Release Prior Consensus 23/09/2026 2300/0900 Aug AU Judo Bank 52.7 -- Composite PMI (p) 23/09/2026 2300/0900 Aug AU Judo Bank 52.0 -- Manufacturing PMI (p) 23/09/2026 2300/0900 Aug AU Judo B
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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AUSTRALIA: "*S&P GLOBAL AUSTRALIA SEPT. FLASH MFG PMI LOWEST SINCE DEC. [...]
"*S&P GLOBAL AUSTRALIA SEPT. FLASH MFG PMI LOWEST SINCE DEC. 2024" - BBG S&P Global Australia Sept. Flash Mfg. PMI 49.3 vs 52 in Aug." - BBG
MACRO | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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MNI: UK JUN-AUG BRIGHTMINE MEDIAN PAY DEAL 3.0% (3.0% MAY-JUL, REV FROM 3.2%)
* MNI: UK JUN-AUG BRIGHTMINE MEDIAN PAY DEAL 3.0% (3.0% MAY-JUL, REV FROM 3.2%)
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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SOUTH KOREA: KRW Swaps: Fwd Rates Moderate Following Last Week's Gains.
* Shorter dated swaps are stabilizing at current levels after moving higher last week following last week's import price index release, reminding investors of the inflation pressures. However the 12 month view has seen a
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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SOUTH KOREA: SK STIR - ST Rates on the Move Again
* O/N have stabilized after a moderate move higher late last week. * 3M CD rates premium to the base rate have stablized at +21bps (from +16bps at the end of last week) * 3M forwards have trended back towards base rate,
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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OIL: Crude Continues Falling On Supply Hopes, Diesel Prices Rise
Oil prices fell again on the prospect of an increase in global supplies as the UN meetings allow talks to take place and Saudi looks to resume flows through its east-west pipeline in coming days. President Trump and Saud
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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US TSYS: Futures Higher As Oil Retreat Continues, 10yr Still Sub 20-day EMA
US Tsy futures are firmer in the first part of Wednesday trade. TYZ6 last +03 to 106-03, but this keeps us well within recent ranges for the 10yr future. Early support is evident via lower oil futures, with WTI down a fu
MACRO | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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IRAN: "*WITKOFF: TALKS WITH IRANIAN DELEGATION THROUGH MEDIATORS
"*WITKOFF: TALKS WITH IRANIAN DELEGATION THROUGH MEDIATORS *WITKOFF: MEDIATORS WILL CONTINUE THEIR WORK" - BBG
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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IRAN: "*WITKOFF: ENGAGED IN LENGTHY TALKS WITH THE IRANIAN DELEGATION'
"*WITKOFF: ENGAGED IN LENGTHY TALKS WITH THE IRANIAN DELEGATION' - BBG
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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Asian session market picture: S&P 500 unchanged, Nasdaq 100 -0.07%; USD/JPY +0.21%, WTI -0.66%, 9984 leads volume
Asian session market picture. US index futures: S and P futures is unchanged at 0 percent, Nasdaq futures is down 0.07 percent, Dow futures is up 0.05 percent and Russell futures is down 0.09 percent. In currencies, the
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 03:00 AM UTC
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Taiwan Stocks Hit Record High as Tech Stocks Rally
The TAIEX, Taiwan’s benchmark stock index, rose 355 points, or 0.7%, to 48,255 in Wednesday morning trading, gaining for the sixth straight session and hitting a record high, mainly buoyed by gains in electronic technolo
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:59 AM UTC
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Singapore Dollar Weakens Ahead of August CPI Data — Market Talk
The Singapore dollar weakens against its U.S. counterpart ahead of the city-state's August CPI data release. The inflation reading will be the final key data point before the Monetary Authority of Singapore's policy meet
MACRO | Sep 23, 2026, 02:59 AM UTC
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MSFT Ticks Up Overnight: Analyst Upgrades To ‘Buy’ And Sees 15% Upside On AI Growth, Cost Discipline
Stifel upgraded Microsoft Corp.’s stock to ‘Buy’ from ‘Hold’ on Tuesday, citing what it sees as durable AI growth and the company’s cost discipline.The Windows-maker’s shares closed 0.7% lower before recovering 0.3% in o
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 02:57 AM UTC
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RBA says ASX still not meeting expectations in several key areas
Australian stock exchange operator ASX ASX:ASX still falls short of the central bank's expectations in "several important areas" despite progress on reforms, a Reserve Bank of Australia assessment showed on Wednesday.
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 02:56 AM UTC
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Prime Focus Limited Says Brahma AI Raises $150 Million At $2 Billion Valuation
Prime Focus Limited NSE:PFOCUS
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:56 AM UTC
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Palm Oil Falls on Lower Soybean Oil Prices — Market Talk
Palm oil falls in Asian trading, weighed by overnight declines in soybean oil on the Chicago Board of Trade. Dry weather linked to El Nino has spread across Malaysia and Indonesia since early August, raising concerns ove
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:54 AM UTC
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New Zealand Dollar Dips to 11-Week Low
The New Zealand dollar slipped to $0.570 on Wednesday, erasing the previous session’s gains to hit an eleven-week low, as the US dollar strengthened amid hawkish Federal Reserve rhetoric. Richmond Fed President Tom Barki
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 02:51 AM UTC
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SAINT BELLA Marks First Anniversary at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
The anniversary event highlighted the brand's mother-centered, all-in-one approach to postpartum care.DANA POINT, CA / / September 22, 2026 / SAINT BELLA, a global luxury brand offering all-in-one postpartum care service
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:51 AM UTC
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Bluglass Ltd Secures AUD 8 Million Research And Development Funding Loan
BluGlass Ltd ASX:BLG
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:50 AM UTC
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Indonesian Shares Extend Slide Before BI Rate Decision
Indonesian stocks slipped 0.3% to 6,261 in early Wednesday trade, hovering near 6,264 and extending losses for a fourth straight session to their weakest level in six weeks. Sentiment was pressured by FTSE Russell’s move
CENTRAL_BANK | Sep 23, 2026, 02:47 AM UTC
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IHH Healthcare's Share-Price Retreat Likely Creates Entry Opportunity — Market Talk
IHH Healthcare's 10% year-to-date share price decline could offer a potential entry point, with its operations expected to improve across key markets, Kenanga IB analyst Raymond Choo Ping Khoon says in a note. Singapore
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC
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Bajaj Finance's AUM Likely to Expand on Deeper Client Reach, New Products — Market Talk
Bajaj Finance is expected to expand its assets under management quickly, driven by deeper client reach, new product offerings and India's economic growth, Jefferies analysts say in a note. Fast-paced growth, coupled with
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC
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Palm slides for fourth session on weaker rival oils, crude oil
Malaysian palm oil futures edged lower for a fourth straight session on Wednesday, pressured by weaker rival edible oils and crude oil prices.The benchmark palm oil contract (FCPOc3) for December delivery on the Bursa Ma
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:46 AM UTC
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IHH Healthcare Raised to Outperform From Mkt Perform by Kenanga IB >5225.KU
IHH Healthcare Raised to Outperform From Mkt Perform by Kenanga IB >5225.KU
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:45 AM UTC
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2508.HK - SAINT BELLA Marks First Anniversary at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
2508.HK - SAINT BELLA Marks First Anniversary at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:45 AM UTC
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Rupee hooked to oil prices as markets gauge Iran diplomacy hopes
By Jaspreet KalraThe Indian rupee is poised for a muted start on Wednesday and traders reckon that directional moves will be contingent on oil prices amid hopes of a diplomatic solution to the US-Iran war through talks a
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC
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China appoints Zhao Long as Fujian party chief: Xinhua
China appoints Zhao Long as Fujian party chief: Xinhua
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC
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China names Zhou Zuyi party chief of Henan, replacing Liu Ning: Xinhua
China names Zhou Zuyi party chief of Henan, replacing Liu Ning: Xinhua
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:44 AM UTC
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China names Li Lecheng party secretary of Anhui, replacing Liang Yanshun - Xinhua
China names Li Lecheng party secretary of Anhui, replacing Liang Yanshun - Xinhua
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:43 AM UTC
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China's AI trade tilts towards global winners over local firms
China's push for global AI dominance is increasingly benefiting firms that supply international markets, with investors favouring these stocks as fierce competition weighs on their peers that are domestically-focused.A B
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:41 AM UTC
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Oil Falls, Asian Equities Mixed as Traders Parse Middle East Developments
By Amanda LeeOil prices continued to decline early Wednesday as traders parsed comments from President Trump regarding the prospects of a deal with Iran to resolve a conflict that has roiled energy markets and revived in
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:40 AM UTC
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Wheat Hits One-Month Low
Wheat fell to around $7 per bushel, hitting its lowest level since August 25, as renewed diplomatic efforts between Russia and Ukraine raised hopes for progress toward restoring Black Sea shipping. Ukrainian President Vo
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:39 AM UTC
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Anthropic In Talks To Cement Control Over More Data Centres - TIF
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NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:35 AM UTC
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ASIA STOCKS: Taiwan Inflows Rebound With Tech Gains, SK Lags, SEA Mixed
The resurgence in tech/AI led global themes has clearly benefited Taiwan offshore equity inflows, but much less so South Korea. Taiwan's rolling 5-day sum of net offshore equity inflows is above +$5bn and the clear stand
COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:34 AM UTC
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South Korean shares give up early gains as investors head for holidays
Round-up of South Korean financial markets:** South Korean shares gave up early gains to trade little changed on Wednesday as investors turned risk-averse ahead of a long holiday break.** The benchmark KOSPI KRX:KOSPI wa
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 02:34 AM UTC
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Boeing's engineers union backs latest contract offer
SPEEA, the union representing Boeing NYSE:BA engineers and technical employees, said on Wednesday that they recommended their members accept Boeing's latest contract offer.Boeing and its engineering union reached a contr
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:34 AM UTC
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Goldman Sees China Oil Imports Staying Subdued in Fourth Quarter
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COMMODITIES | Sep 23, 2026, 02:33 AM UTC
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SPEEA Says Bargaining Unit Councils Are Recommending That Members Accept Boeing's Latest Offer
Boeing Co NYSE:BA
NEWS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:33 AM UTC
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Iran Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Engagement With US In New York Took Place Through Qatari Mediator
Iran Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Engagement With US In New York Took Place Through Qatari Mediator
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:32 AM UTC
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China finance ministry auctions 3-month deposits at 1.47% yield: statement
China finance ministry auctions 3-month deposits at 1.47% yield: statement
GEOPOLITICS | Sep 23, 2026, 02:31 AM UTC
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Computer Modelling Group Ltd. (CMG) To Buy ~4.44M Shares at C$4.50 in Oversubscribed SIB
CMG announced preliminary SIB results: expects to repurchase ~4,444,444 shares at C$4.50 for ~C$20M, about 5.7% of pre-offer shares, with ~84% proration for auction/purchase price tenders. Post-offer shares expected at ~
EQUITY | Sep 23, 2026, 02:31 AM UTC