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International media attention underscores the country's push into global aviation and infrastructure, following strong revenue growth for Ethiopian Airlines.

Rodolfo Novak says artificial intelligence is making it easier to exploit flaws in high-security code, following a major drain of Bitcoin from the company's hardware wallets.

Brent crude recovers from recent lows after a fresh strike on a merchant vessel off Oman, compounding risks to global shipping lanes.

Strong domestic sales and international expansion underpin the earnings beat, reinforcing the company's path toward its ₹15,000 crore FY27 revenue target.

Top-line growth of 46% offsets margin pressure, sending shares up nearly 10% on the BSE in a strong start to the fiscal year.

The Prefectura Naval Argentina has issued formal ultimatums to striking pilots, warning of criminal charges if port operations are not immediately restored.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic criticized Podgorica for sending a representative to the Croatian military anniversary while skipping a memorial for Serb victims, highlighting persistent regional tensions.

The greenback found a floor against emerging-market peers on Tuesday, with traders weighing renewed geopolitical friction against a softening US rate outlook.

Bookings rose 22% to ₹8,651 crore, but lower project completions weighed on the bottom line. Management retained FY27 guidance.

The industry body argues that reclassifying gold would streamline regulatory approvals and curb import reliance, adding a policy-driven supply catalyst to a market already buoyed by central bank demand.

The data-analytics firm reported a 93% year-on-year sales jump, reinforcing its position as a key beneficiary of the AI infrastructure build-out.

Jakarta's benchmark index outperformed regional peers on Tuesday, buoyed by fresh clarity on domestic credit measures, while the rupiah faced headwinds from a firmer US dollar.

Federal directive targets campus security amid rising insecurity in Nasarawa State.

Lars Söderfjell and Henrik Milton identify undervalued opportunities across domestic and international markets, signaling confidence despite bubble-era risk warnings.

Tharanga arrives in Colombo after securing the men's javelin title at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a throw of 89.75 metres.

The fast-food giant's second-quarter results highlight resilience in the US market despite ongoing pressure from cautious consumer spending, as the company appoints a new leader for its domestic operations.

The gap between the official and parallel exchange rates in Argentina has tightened significantly, with the blue dollar trading at a minimal premium to the bank rate.

Wall Street firms are issuing a wave of bullish recommendations on equities that have suffered significant declines this year, signaling a potential bottoming phase for the beaten-down investment theme.

India's FSN E-Commerce Ventures reports more than three-fold quarterly profit growth, driven by accelerating demand in its core beauty segment and expanding fashion sales.

The Ahmedabad-based air cooling firm posted consolidated revenue growth, but standalone PAT fell 24% amid cost pressures.

Moscow and Brasilia are expanding maritime ties beyond container lines to include domestic shipbuilding infrastructure and oilfield service equipment production.

US stocks track European gains on Thursday, signaling a broader recovery in investor confidence despite political framing of the rally.

Filinvest Land's REIT arm posts strong first-half results driven by Festival Main Mall, highlighting the resilience of Philippine retail assets amid softer office demand.

The Singapore super app cites AI-driven efficiency and robust ride-hailing and delivery volumes as key drivers behind the upgraded outlook.

The fund's interim results arrive as global ETF inflows surpass $1.2 trillion, highlighting sustained investor appetite for passive index strategies in the Gulf region.

The move targets tax evasion and fraud, expanding international cooperation for digital asset oversight as global regulators tighten the net.

The Indian specialty chemicals maker reported a 22% revenue rise to ₹4,237 crore, joining a wave of strong Q1 results from Indian corporates including Reliance and Bharti Airtel.

India's second-largest telecom operator posts INR 8,167 crore net profit for the June quarter, up 18% in revenue, signaling strong start to fiscal year despite sequential dip.

The US pharma giant cut its full-year Covid product revenue forecast to $4 billion, down from $5 billion, while core pipeline strength lifted the lower bound of total guidance.

Moscow and Brasilia are launching new container lines and deepening bilateral shipping cooperation, signaling a strategic pivot to alternative trade corridors as Black Sea routes face heightened security threats.

The Indian jeweller's promoters increased their holding to 38.76% via preferential allotment, while the company cleared outstanding debt with seven of its fourteen consortium banks.

The German lender escalates a long-running legal battle with a former executive, signaling a hardline stance on internal governance and past conduct.

The trading firm argues the fundamental drivers behind record highs remain intact despite a shift in participation dynamics.

The assured resale value program aims to lower total cost of ownership and accelerate EV adoption in India's competitive compact SUV segment.

The US pharma giant lifted its outlook after its flagship cancer drug delivered $8.3 billion in quarterly sales, reinforcing the sector's oncology growth theme.

The Pakistani lender's half-year results underscore disciplined execution amid a challenging macro environment, with net profit reaching Rs 34.5 billion.

The Nigeria Revenue Service expands its digital asset tax framework beyond the existing 30% income levy, adding stamp duties to the compliance burden for traders.

Philippine sovereign wealth fund raises full-year profit outlook to P3.3 billion, citing accelerated capital deployment and new investment pipeline.

Omoyele Sowore's scathing assessment of the presidency highlights deepening political polarization as Nigeria approaches the next general election cycle.

Beta Securities raises 2026 forecasts for the lender, citing stronger-than-expected first-half results and a favorable interest-rate environment.

The move signals accelerating adoption of blockchain infrastructure in the Gulf's Islamic finance sector, following Dukhan's recent QR1.6 billion facility for MEEZA.

The Sensex fell 210 points and the Nifty 50 dropped 159 points on Tuesday, extending a multi-day downturn driven by investor caution ahead of the central bank's rate decision and structural changes to derivatives trading.

The German e-commerce giant's second-quarter results disappointed investors, overshadowing gains from its recent acquisition of rival About You and a strong corporate segment.

The pharmaceutical giant reported a second-quarter earnings beat and upgraded its top-line forecast, though integration costs from its Terns Pharmaceuticals deal weighed on bottom-line expectations.

Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger publicly rejects the proposed privatization of World Cup commercial rights, intensifying pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid executive defections.

The Indian drugmaker's specialty medicines segment drove top-line growth, though management warned of near-term margin headwinds from the Organon acquisition.

The governing body's sharp rebuttal follows reports of political outreach after the abandoned commercial rights sale, highlighting internal fractures.

NFRA targets 217,000 tonnes reserve to buffer against weather-driven supply shocks, aligning with broader commodity positioning.

BTC surges past the $63,000 level, snapping a multi-day period of sideways trading and modest volatility that had kept the asset near $62,700.

Low domestic processing of raw cashew nuts underscores structural challenges in Ghana's agricultural value chain, compounding recent fiscal and cocoa production headwinds.

The second-largest cryptocurrency extends a multi-week recovery trend, trading near recent highs as momentum builds.

The move escalates political resistance to the ethanol blend mandate, adding to growing concerns over vehicle compatibility and consumer costs.

President Bola Tinubu has committed to greater state funding for athletics following Team Nigeria's strong performance in Glasgow, signaling a potential shift in federal budget priorities.

Goldman Sachs warns of significant share price swings as the Australian reporting cycle begins, with major miners and banks set to release results.

The historic valuation metric suggests Indian stocks are cheap relative to gold, potentially fueling a new bull run as the benchmark recently breached 24,400.

Andrew Abercrombie’s attendance at a fundraiser signals deepening fractures in Australia’s traditional right, with affluent urbanites increasingly backing Pauline Hanson’s party.

Patrick Yaroch allegedly memorized seed phrases from bureau files to siphon funds, later confessing to authorities.

Borrowing costs for homebuyers remain elevated as Freddie Mac data shows rates climbing to multi-month highs, complicating affordability amid persistent inflation concerns.

The renaming signals a deeper integration with Kasikornbank, aligning with broader restructuring efforts across Indonesia's state-owned banking sector.

A new comparison of model portfolios from Nordea, OP, Danske Bank, and S-Pankki reinforces the industry shift toward low-cost index tracking.

Philippian equities face continued pressure from geopolitical risk and domestic macro uncertainty, with July inflation data due to test market nerves.

Manipal Hospitals IPO listing in focus. Here's what GMP signals ahead of debut.

The Indian cable maker reported 23% revenue growth and a 53% jump in EBITDA, signaling robust demand in the power infrastructure sector despite broader market weakness.

Local precious metals markets track global weakness, extending a multi-day downward trend that has seen significant losses in recent sessions.

Safe-haven demand remains firm for bullion, extending the rally that saw prices breach the $4,200 mark for the first time since late June.

Washington's decision to alter military casualty reporting categories for the Middle East conflict has intensified scrutiny of the administration's strategic posture and domestic support.

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha presents legislation aimed at tightening regulatory standards and safeguarding depositors in the Malawian banking sector.

The state-owned NBFC’s board will consider a payout proposal for FY 2026-27 alongside first-quarter earnings, adding to a wave of Indian PSU financial disclosures.

Broad-based selling at the Pakistan Stock Exchange erased morning optimism, dragging the benchmark index sharply lower in a session defined by volatility and risk-off sentiment.

The 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services and BlackRock begins trading its first product, targeting retail investors seeking broad exposure to India's largest listed companies.

The Chinese fashion retailer aims for a mid-August debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with insiders citing a significant valuation cut from previous funding stages.

Beijing's sharp rebuttal to Manila's allegations of cultural influence adds another layer to the escalating diplomatic friction in the South China Sea.

Bipartisan House and Senate staff received updates on the Gaza ceasefire framework, signaling a push to align legislative support with the administration's diplomatic roadmap.

The first mass mortality event in the country threatens food supply chains, complicating the Reserve Bank of Australia's rate outlook as economists warn of price spikes.

Top-line growth fails to translate to bottom-line gains as input costs and competitive pricing pressure weigh on margins in India's consumer health sector.

The Austrian lender's valuation is upgraded by the German bank despite a maintained neutral stance, reflecting improved fundamentals.

Strong second-quarter results in the agricultural division helped the German giant counteract headwinds from expiring drug patents, fueling a sharp equity rebound.

Strong earnings from HSBC and Barclays intensify political debate over a windfall levy on UK lenders, with investors weighing policy risk against robust trading revenue.

Strong investor appetite for the Kwacha-denominated offering signals confidence in the local equity market as the company prepares to become the 17th listed counter.

Governance crisis at world soccer's governing body deepens as continental federations threaten non-cooperation unless the president steps down.