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U.K. Unemployment Rate for August at 4.7%, Below Estimates
The U.K. unemployment rate was 4.7% for August, versus 4.9% estimated and 4.9% prior.
MACRO | Oct 20, 2026, 06:23 AM UTC
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European Stocks Poised to Open Lower
European equity markets were set to open lower on Tuesday, extending the previous session’s losses as renewed selling in global technology and artificial intelligence stocks dampened investor sentiment. Rising oil prices
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 20, 2026, 06:23 AM UTC
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Sterling Gains After UK Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.7%
The UK unemployment rate fell to 4.7% in the three months to August, from 4.9% in the previous three months. Economists surveyed by the WSJ had expected it to remain at 4.9%. Sterling rose after the data.
MACRO | Oct 20, 2026, 06:23 AM UTC
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Thailand Cabinet Approves Flood Support, Debt Relief and Soft Loans
A finance ministry official said the measures include debt suspensions and soft loans.
REGULATION | Oct 20, 2026, 06:22 AM UTC
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UK Average Weekly Earnings YoY Actual 3.7% (Forecast 3.8%, Previous 3.9%)
UK Average Weekly Earnings YoY Actual 3.7% (Forecast 3.8%, Previous 3.9%)
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:22 AM UTC
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Poland Factors to Watch: Industrial Production Data Due Tuesday
Poland’s statistical office is scheduled to release September industrial production data on Tuesday. Analysts surveyed by Reuters expect output to grow 3.1% year over year.
MACRO | Oct 20, 2026, 06:22 AM UTC
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DRDGOLD Quarterly Gold Production Rises 10% to 1,307 Kg
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:21 AM UTC
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ShaMaran to Hold 25% Shareholding in HKN Hamrin
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:21 AM UTC
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CBOT Soybeans May Rise to $12.58-1/4 per Bushel
The November soybean contract stabilized near $12.49 and broke resistance at $12.52-1/2, with a technical signal pointing to a possible rise.
COMMODITIES | Oct 20, 2026, 06:20 AM UTC
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Deutsche Bank Cuts Ferrovial to Hold From Buy
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:20 AM UTC
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Asian Stocks Fall Despite U.S. Tech Rebound
Asian stocks continued to fall Tuesday despite a Wall Street rally overnight, amid ongoing concerns about AI investment and elevated oil prices.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:20 AM UTC
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UK September Payrolls Rise 12.6K Month on Month
Payrolls rose 12.6K in September month on month; August was revised to +0.7K from -26.1K.
MACRO | Oct 20, 2026, 06:19 AM UTC
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McBride Seeks Authority to Buy Back Up to 14.99% of Ordinary Shares
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:18 AM UTC
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ttb Wealth Securities raises TOA Paint target to THB18.50 from THB16.00
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:17 AM UTC
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ASX 200 Eases Slightly After Trimming Early Losses
The ASX 200 fell 29 points, or 0.3%, to close at 8,817 on Tuesday, reversing gains in the prior two sessions and retreating from a near five-week high, as weaker U.S. stock futures and mounting concerns over AI spending
CENTRAL_BANK | Oct 20, 2026, 06:17 AM UTC
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Germany September PPI rises 6.7% year over year, 1.9% month over month
MACRO | Oct 20, 2026, 06:17 AM UTC
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French OAT Risk Premium Seen in Uncharted Territory, Citi Strategist Says
Citi rates strategist Jamie Searle says sentiment is driving French government bond risk premiums, with no obvious anchor level.
RATES | Oct 20, 2026, 06:17 AM UTC
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South African Rand Holds Steady Ahead of Budget and Inflation Data
The rand was steady in early trade as investors awaited the medium-term budget presentation and September inflation data.
FX | Oct 20, 2026, 06:17 AM UTC
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Byggmax Group Initiates Share Buyback Program
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:16 AM UTC
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HSBC CEO Reaffirms Commitment to GCC Region, Cites $872 Billion Project Pipeline
HSBC says the MENAT region has an infrastructure project pipeline worth $872 billion.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Oddifact Says FDA Consultations Allow MabionCD20 as First-Line ITP Therapy
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Galliford Try Appointed to £5 Billion Pagabo Framework
Galliford Try was appointed to the £5 billion Pagabo Major Works Framework.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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IXICO Expects FY26 Revenue to Rise on Neuroimaging Demand
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Anglo American Q3 Copper Production Falls 5%
Anglo American reported a 5% decrease in copper production in the third quarter.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Bloom Energy Shares Slip More Than 2% Overnight Ahead of Q3 Results
Bloom Energy shares fell more than 2% in overnight trading late Monday ahead of third-quarter results expected later this week. Some retail investors have raised concerns about the company’s valuation.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Capita Postpones Capital Markets Event Previously Planned for November 4
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Enagas Says It Remains on Track to Meet Annual Earnings Target
Enagas said it remains on track to meet its earnings target for the year after adjusted profit fell 5.4% in the first nine months. Adjusted profit was €195.8 million for January-September.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:15 AM UTC
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Daiwa and Mizuho Clear Regulatory Hurdles for China Securities Units
Bloomberg reports that Daiwa Securities and Mizuho Financial Group are poised to launch fully independent securities operations in China after clearing regulatory hurdles.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:14 AM UTC
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Physitrack Q3 Revenue Rises on Subscriptions
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:14 AM UTC
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Gear4music H1 Revenue Rises 6% as Gross Margin Slips
Gear4music reported a 6% rise in first-half revenue, while gross margin declined.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:14 AM UTC
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B.P. Marsh & Partners Reports Lower Half-Year Profit
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:14 AM UTC
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Ponsse Q3 Net Sales Fall 7.4% as Demand Weakens
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:14 AM UTC
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Anglo American Says Merger With Teck Still Expected to Close by March 2027
Anglo American says its expected completion timing for the Teck merger remains unchanged, with completion expected by March 2027.
MNA | Oct 20, 2026, 06:12 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Sees 2026 Net Insurance Margins Within Target Range
Sabre Insurance expects its undiscounted 2026 net insurance margins to remain within its target range.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:12 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Expects Strong Capital Generation to Support Attractive Dividend
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:11 AM UTC
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ASTS Shares Slip 2% as Viasat Urges FCC to Reject Spectrum Bid
Viasat urged U.S. regulators to reject AST SpaceMobile’s request for additional overseas spectrum, citing interference risks and challenging the eligibility of some proposed frequencies. ASTS rose nearly 3% Monday to $41
REGULATION | Oct 20, 2026, 06:11 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Says Premium Growth to Moderate in 4Q
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:11 AM UTC
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Anglo American Raises 2026 Diamond Output Forecast to 25M-28M Carats
Anglo American now expects 2026 diamond output of 25M-28M carats, up from its prior forecast of 21M-26M carats.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:10 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Expects 2026 Premium Growth
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:10 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance backs 2026 view
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:10 AM UTC
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Japan's PM Takaichi: Not intending to exert pressure to lower prices
Japan's PM Takaichi: Not intending to exert pressure to lower prices
NEWS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:10 AM UTC
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Anglo American Raises 2026 Diamond Guidance
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:10 AM UTC
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Norway Oil and Gas Output Misses Forecast by 4% in September
Norwegian Offshore Directorate data showed combined oil and gas production missed its official September forecast by 4%. Oil production was slightly above projections, while natural gas output lagged.
ENERGY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Bunzl Reiterates Full-Year Outlook, Performance In Line With Expectations
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Sees 2026 Pretax Profit Slightly Higher Than 2025
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Keeps 2030 Pretax Profit Target on Track
Sabre Insurance said its target for pretax profit of at least GBP80 million in 2030 remains on track.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Expects Second-Half Margin Improvement
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Anglo American Backs 2026 Iron Ore Guidance
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Exsitec Q3 Net Sales Rise on Recurring Software Revenue
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:09 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Says Pricing Covers Claims Inflation
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:08 AM UTC
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Zegona COO Robert Samuelson Dies
Zegona Communications said Chief Operating Officer Robert Samuelson died Monday.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:08 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Gross Written Premiums Rise 14% in Nine Months to End-Sep
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:08 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Reports Nine-Month Motor Premiums of GBP155.1M
Sabre Insurance reported motor vehicle gross written premiums of GBP155.1M for the nine months to 30 September.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:08 AM UTC
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Anglo American Lowers 2026 Copper Unit Cost Guidance to Around 139 C/lb
Anglo American lowered its 2026 copper unit cost guidance to around 139 C/lb from around 145 C/lb.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:08 AM UTC
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Circle Group Receives €737,000 From European Commission for Exito Project
Circle Group received €737,000 from the European Commission for the Exito project.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:08 AM UTC
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Doxa Reports Q3 Revenue of SEK 19.5 Million
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Reports Nine-Month Gross Written Premiums of GBP173.4M
Sabre Insurance reported gross written premiums of GBP173.4 million for the nine months to 30 September.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Telstra and Ericsson expand collaboration
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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ICG Enterprise Trust Buys Back 10,000 Shares at 1,406p
ICG Enterprise Trust repurchased 10,000 shares on 19 October 2026 at an average price of 1,406p under its long-term buyback programme. The shares will be held in treasury.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Netel Signs Agreement With Elvia
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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InterContinental Hotels Group Buys Shares for Cancellation
The company purchased ordinary shares on 19 Oct 2026 through Goldman Sachs International and intends to cancel them. It has 147,034,298 shares in issue, excluding 5,431,782 held in treasury.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Saniona Submits IND Application for SAN2465 Depression Treatment
Saniona submitted an investigational new drug application for SAN2465 for the treatment of severe depression.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Anglo American Backs 2026 Copper Production View
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Enagas Reports 9-Month Net Profit of €204.1 Million
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Profoto Does Not Expect Rapid Change in Market Sentiment
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Sabre Insurance Sees 2026 Trading in Line With Views
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:07 AM UTC
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Acuvi Q3 Net Sales Decline
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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Metso Buys Brazilian Bronze Alloy Component Manufacturer Italbronze
MNA | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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Anglo American Reports Third-Quarter Nickel Output of 10,400 Tons
COMMODITIES | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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Elice Group Shares Sink Nearly 30% Below IPO Price
South Korean AI infrastructure company Elice Group fell nearly 30% below its initial public offering price on Tuesday.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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Bunzl Sees FY Net Adjusted Finance Expense of GBP125M–GBP130M
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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InstallatørGruppen Switzerland Buys Steinmann Haustechnik
MNA | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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Wickes Says It Continued to Gain Market Share
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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Wiegand-Glas Selects Elisa Industriq for Production Planning
Wiegand-Glas selected Elisa Industriq to modernize production planning across four manufacturing sites.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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South Korea's Kospi Extends Losses, Down 4.2% at 5525.78
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:06 AM UTC
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William Demant Invest Raises Revenio Group Stake to 25.51% From 20.03%
Revenio Group said William Demant Invest increased its stake in the company to 25.51% from 20.03%.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Shamaran Petroleum Announces Investment in Iraq
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Ponsse Keeps 2026 Guidance Unchanged
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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HAV Group Subsidiary Secures Live Fish Carrier Orders
A HAV Group subsidiary secured orders for live fish carriers.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Wickes Group Design and Installation Sales Broadly Flat in 3Q
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Cornish Metals Proposes ~£135M Equity Raise at 60p, Glencore Takes Part
The proposed raise includes ~£11.2M from Glencore. The companies also entered a six-year offtake agreement covering 100% of tin concentrates. The raise is conditional on approvals and is intended to fund South Crofty tow
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Yeo Teknoloji Signs Financing Agreement for Azerbaijan Energy Storage Project
Yeo Teknoloji says it signed a project financing agreement with Pasha Bank for an energy storage project in Azerbaijan.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Valset Invest Buys 325,000 Techstep Shares
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Anglo American Reports 2.9M Tons of Steelmaking Coal in 3Q
Anglo American reported third-quarter steelmaking coal production of 2.9 million tons.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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AAC Clyde Space Appoints Jonatan Forsberg Interim CFO
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Bunzl Expects 2026 Operating Margin to Be Broadly Flat
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Gentian Diagnostics Reports Q3 Sales of NOK 51.1 Million
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Equinor Buys Back 389,058 Shares at Average NOK 429.24
Equinor bought back 389,058 shares on 15 October at an average price of NOK 429.2415. It now holds 23,077,317 own shares, or 0.97% of share capital.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Kenmare Says Moma Agreement Renewal Status Unconfirmed
Kenmare says it has received no official confirmation from Mozambique on renewal of the Moma Implementation Agreement and cannot confirm its status or terms. Existing rights remain in force pending conclusion.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Equinor Repurchases 540,275 Shares at Average NOK 425.48
Equinor repurchased 540,275 shares from Oct. 12–16 at an average NOK 425.4849 under its 2026 third tranche. It now holds 23,077,317 own shares, or 0.97% of share capital.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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InstallatørGruppen Acquires Steinmann Haustechnik in Switzerland
InstallatørGruppen Switzerland announced the acquisition of Steinmann Haustechnik AG, headquartered in Baar, Canton of Zug.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Neuberger Private Equity Partners Reports Voting Rights After Buybacks
NBPE said repurchased Class A shares were cancelled, leaving 37,016,964 outstanding voting rights. A further 3,150,408 Class A shares are held in treasury.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:05 AM UTC
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Netel Signs Contract for New Substation for Elvia
Netel signed a contract to build a new substation for Elvia in Norway.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Endeavour Mining Reports 241,544,937 Shares in Issue After Buybacks
Endeavour Mining said it repurchased shares under its buyback programme and, after cancellation, had 241,544,937 ordinary shares in issue with no shares in treasury.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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NBPE Announces Transaction in Own Shares
Neuberger Private Equity Partners announced a transaction in its own shares.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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UBS Discloses 5.25% Stake in Bang & Olufsen
Bang & Olufsen said UBS Group held 7,735,503 shares and voting rights as of 15 October 2026, equal to 5.25% of its share capital and votes.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Anglo American Reports Third-Quarter Diamond Output of 6.8 Million Carats
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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ING Groep Completes 96.48% of €1.0B Buyback Programme
ING repurchased 1,000,000 shares at an average €29.96 in the week of 12–16 October 2026. It has bought 33,710,805 shares for €964.78M at an average €28.62 to date.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Equinor Reports Transactions Under Third 2026 Buyback Tranche
Equinor provided information about transactions made under the third tranche of its 2026 share-buyback programme. The tranche was announced July 22, 2026, and runs from July 23 to no later than an unspecified date.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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OSB Group Reports Purchase of 75,220 Own Shares
OSB Group says it purchased 75,220 ordinary shares on 19 October 2026 as part of its share buyback programme.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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ARGAN Announces Availability of Merger Auditor’s Report
ARGAN informed shareholders that the merger auditor’s report is available.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Equinor Reports Share Buybacks for Employee Incentive Programmes
Equinor disclosed transactions under its share buy-back programme for employee and management incentive programmes.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Oculis to Present Phase 2 ACUITY Biomarker Analyses at ACTRIMS-ECTRIMS Meeting
Oculis says it will present analyses of plasma NfL and GFAP biomarkers in optic neuritis.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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ING Reports Weekly Progress on €1.0 Billion Share Buyback Programme
ING said it repurchased 1,000,000 shares during the week of 12–16 October as part of its €1.0 billion programme announced on 30 April 2026.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Alm. Brand Publishes Consensus Estimates Ahead of Q3 Results
Alm. Brand Group published consensus estimates ahead of its Q3 2026 results, due on 28 October. The group also scheduled a management conference call for 11:00 CET.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Wickes Group Reports Third-Quarter Revenue of GBP439M
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Anglo American 3Q Manganese Ore Production Totals 1,031,400 Tons
COMMODITIES | Oct 20, 2026, 06:04 AM UTC
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Analyst Says Overseas Weakness Hits Charoen Pokphand Foods Earnings
CGS International analyst Rasmiman Sermprasert says losses in the company's China pig business continue amid persistent oversupply and weak pork demand.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Hong Kong-China finance minister, at APEC meeting: World economy faces challenges, APEC plays a more important role
Hong Kong-China finance minister, at APEC meeting: World economy faces challenges, APEC plays a more important role
GEOPOLITICS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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InterContinental Hotels Group Announces Purchase of Its Own Shares
The company says it purchased ordinary shares on October 19 through Goldman Sachs International on the London Stock Exchange.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Bunzl Maintains Modest Underlying Revenue Growth Outlook for 2026
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Barclays Seen Posting 70 Cents a Share in Earnings
An earnings preview says Barclays PLC is expected to post earnings of 70 cents a share.
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Plus500 Says Acquisition Accelerates Latin America Growth Strategy
MNA | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Anglo American Reports Third-Quarter Iron Ore Output of 13.8M Tons
COMMODITIES | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Plus500 to Buy Guru
MNA | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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John Mattson Signs Contract With Jiben in Rotsunda
EQUITY | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Anglo American Reports Third-Quarter Copper Output of 174,900 Tons
COMMODITIES | Oct 20, 2026, 06:03 AM UTC
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Wickes Group 3Q revenue grows 4.5% on higher volumes
Wickes Group said revenue rose 4.5% in the third quarter, driven by higher volumes.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:02 AM UTC
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Plus500 Agrees to Buy Brazilian Broker-Dealer Guru
MNA | Oct 20, 2026, 06:02 AM UTC
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Wickes Group Says It Is on Track to Meet 2026 Profit Forecasts
Wickes Group said it remains on track to meet market forecasts for adjusted pretax profit in 2026.
EARNINGS | Oct 20, 2026, 06:02 AM UTC