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Abu Dhabi's ADNOC to buy German chemicals company Covestro for $16.4 bln

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC to buy German chemicals company Covestro for $16.4 bln BERLIN, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Abu Dhabi state oil giant ADNOC said on Tuesday that it has agreed to buy German chemicals producer Covestro 1COV.DE for 14.7 billion euros ($16.4 billion). The deal represents one of the biggest foreign takeovers by a Gulf state as Abu Dhabi and other countries in the region seek to reduce their economies' heavy dependence on oil in the face of global energy transition.

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Abu Dhabi's ADNOC to buy German chemicals company Covestro for $16.4 bln

UPDATE 1-Abu Dhabi's ADNOC to buy German chemicals company Covestro for $16.4 bln Releads By Friederike Heine and Ludwig Burger BERLIN, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Abu Dhabi's state oil giant ADNOC agreed to buy German chemicals producer Covestro 1COV.DE for 14.7 billion euros ($16.4 billion), one of the biggest foreign takeovers by a Gulf state which is aimed at diluting the country's heavy dependence on oil in the energy transition.
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Australia should produce 4.4 mln bales of cotton in 2024/25, industry group says

Australia should produce 4.4 mln bales of cotton in 2024/25, industry group says CANBERRA, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Australia should harvest around 4.4 million bales - or one million metric tons - of cotton in the 2024/25 season, industry group Cotton Australia said on Tuesday, roughly in line with last season's production. "This year we are expecting about 400,000 green hectares to be planted," said Michael Murray, general manager, Cotton Australia.

Cameroon farmers turn to vigilantes and amulets to stop cocoa theft

Cameroon farmers turn to vigilantes and amulets to stop cocoa theft By Amindeh Blaise Atabong NTUI, Cameroon, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Rising cocoa prices driven by global production shortfalls have led to increased thefts of the commodity in farms in Cameroon, farmers and authorities say, forcing farmers to turn to machete-armed vigilantes, and amulets to stop thieves.

Crop Watch: Soybean yields rise despite late-season dryness -Braun

RPT-COLUMN-Crop Watch: Soybean yields rise despite late-season dryness -Braun The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a market analyst for Reuters Soy yields increase in Nebraska, eastern Iowa and North Dakota Six of 22 Crop Watch fields now harvested, two more in progress Harvest pace should be brisk this week with widespread dryness By Karen Braun NAPERVILLE, Illinois, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Yield expectations for U.S.

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC to buy German chemicals company Covestro for $16.4 bln

Abu Dhabi's ADNOC to buy German chemicals company Covestro for $16.4 bln BERLIN, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Abu Dhabi state oil giant ADNOC said on Tuesday that it has agreed to buy German chemicals producer Covestro 1COV.DE for 14.7 billion euros ($16.4 billion). The deal represents one of the biggest foreign takeovers by a Gulf state as Abu Dhabi and other countries in the region seek to reduce their economies' heavy dependence on oil in the face of global energy transition.

Gazprom to send 42.4 mcm of gas to Europe via Ukraine on Tuesday

Gazprom to send 42.4 mcm of gas to Europe via Ukraine on Tuesday MOSCOW, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Russia's Gazprom GAZP.MM said it will send 42.4 million cubic metres (mcm) of gas to Europe via Ukraine on Tuesday, the same volume as on Monday. Reporting by Reuters Writing by Gleb Stolyarov Editing by David Goodman
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Euro zone bond yields hold steady before inflation data

Euro zone bond yields hold steady before inflation data LONDON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Euro zone bond yields held steady on Tuesday before the release of September inflation data for the single-currency bloc, which is expected to show price growth cooled further this month. Data on Monday showed that German inflation cooled more than anticipated in September to 1.8% month-on-month, boosting expectations that the euro zone-wide figure will fall below the European Central Bank's 2% target.

Indian carriers rise as Indian Oil Corp cuts aviation fuel price

BUZZ-Indian carriers rise as Indian Oil Corp cuts aviation fuel price ** Shares of Indian carriers SpiceJet SPJT.BO and Indigo INGL.NS rise 8.1% and 2.1%, respectively ** State-owned fuel retailer Indian Oil Corp IOC.NS said it cut aviation turbine fuel price by 6.3% in Delhi ** ATF is a major expense for airlines ** INGL eyes best day since Aug. 2

Japan's Nikkei rises nearly 2%, defence stocks shine as Ishiba confirmed as PM

Japan's Nikkei rises nearly 2%, defence stocks shine as Ishiba confirmed as PM Updates at 0600 GMT TOKYO, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average rose nearly 2% on Tuesday, led by defence stocks as former defence minister Shigeru Ishiba was confirmed as the country's next prime minister by parliament. The Nikkei .N225 rose 1.93% to close at 38,651.97, after falling nearly 5% in the previous session.
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UK Stocks-Factors to watch on Oct 1

UPDATE 1-UK Stocks-Factors to watch on Oct 1 Adds new items, updates futures Oct 1 (Reuters) - Britain's FTSE 100 .FTSE index is seen opening higher, with futures FFIc1 up 0 .4%. * HALEON: Pfizer PFE.N offloaded shares worth roughly $3.26 billion in Haleon HLN.L at 380 pence apiece, cutting its stake to 15% in the world's largest standalone consumer healthcare firm, a bookrunner said.
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ADNOC Offers EUR 14.7 Bln For Covestro

BRIEF-ADNOC Offers EUR 14.7 Bln For Covestro Oct 1 (Reuters) - ADNOC: COVESTRO CASH CONSIDERATION OF EUR 62 PER SHARE OFFERED TO SHAREHOLDERS, CORRESPONDING TO AN ENTERPRISE VALUE OF EUR 14.7 BILLION OFFER REPRESENTS A PREMIUM OF C. 54% TO UNAFFECTED SHARE PRICE OF COVESTRO Source text for Eikon: ID:nEQb7YxmTa Further company coverage: 1COV.DE (Gda

South African Markets -Factors to watch on Oct 1

South African Markets -Factors to watch on Oct 1 JOHANNESBURG, Oct 1 (Reuters) - The following scheduled economic events, company announcement, equity and currency market moves may affect South African markets on Tuesday. ECONOMIC EVENTS South Africa September manufacturing sector PMI South Africa September vehicle sales South African government's weekly long-term bonds auction COMPANIES South African lender Capitec half-year results SOUTH AFRICAN MARKETS The South African rand slipped on Monday
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Europe before the bell: futures steady, M&A on the radar

LIVE MARKETS-Europe before the bell: futures steady, M&A on the radar Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com EUROPE BEFORE THE BELL: FUTURES STEADY, M&A ON THE RADAR European shares look set to steady on Tuesday following a negative finish to the third quarter on Monday, when warnings from Stellantis STLAM.MI , VW VOWG_p.DE and Aston Martin AML.L raised fresh concern ove
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India Glycols jumps as production capacity rises

BUZZ-India Glycols jumps as production capacity rises ** Shares of India Glycols IGLY.NS rise 7.7% to 1,322 rupees ** Co said it has enhanced production capacities at facilities in the states of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh ** Stock eyes a third straight session of gains ** IGLY gained ~39% in Sept-qtr, marking its biggest qtrly gain since June 20

Sri Lanka to discuss shape of IMF deal during Oct meetings in Washington

UPDATE 1-Sri Lanka to discuss shape of IMF deal during Oct meetings in Washington Adds quotes by cabinet spokesperson and background, paragraph 3-8 By Uditha Jayasinghe COLOMBO, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Sri Lanka will have detailed talks with the IMF on the framework of a $2.9 billion bailout programme on the sidelines of the lender's annual meetings in Washington later this month, the country's cabinet spokesperson said on Tuesday.

Israeli military says intense fighting with Hezbollah taking place in south Lebanon

UPDATE 1-Israeli military says intense fighting with Hezbollah taking place in south Lebanon Adds details DUBAI, Oct 1 (Reuters) - The Israeli military said on Tuesday that intense fighting with Hezbollah was taking place in southern Lebanon, spokesperson Avichay Adraee posted on X. T he military issued a warning to citizens not to move in their vehicles from the northern area to the southern area of the Litani river.

Britain's Greggs keeps outlook despite sales growth slowdown

UPDATE 1-Britain's Greggs keeps outlook despite sales growth slowdown Adds detail paragraphs 3 to 7 LONDON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - British baker and fast food chain Greggs GRG.L kept its full year outlook , though it said underlying sales growth did slow in its latest quarter with consumers continuing to face uncertainty. Greggs, famous for its sausage rolls, steak bakes and vegan alternatives, has proved a resilient performer through Britain's cost-of-living crisis and its shares are up 22% so far t
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Japan's Bridgestone halts Olympics sponsorship, joining Toyota, Panasonic

Japan's Bridgestone halts Olympics sponsorship, joining Toyota, Panasonic TOKYO, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Japanese tire maker Bridgestone 5108.T said on Tuesday it would not renew its worldwide partnership agreements with the Olympics and Paralympics when they expire this year. That follows announcements in September from Toyota Motor 7203.T and Panasonic Holdings 6752.T that they would stop being top sponsors for the Games.

Israel's long history of incursions and invasions in Lebanon

TIMELINE-Israel's long history of incursions and invasions in Lebanon Updates with new ground operations in paragraph 19 BEIRUT, Oct 1 (Reuters) - Israel, which has engaged in border warfare with Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah movement for a year in parallel with the Gaza conflict, has a long history of military incursions and invasions in Lebanon. After assassinating Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut airstrikes last week, Israel has indicated it is preparing for a full-fledged invasi

Haleon To Purchase Shares Worth 230 Mln Stg From Pfizer

BRIEF-Haleon To Purchase Shares Worth 230 Mln Stg From Pfizer Oct 1 (Reuters) - HALEON PLC HLN.L : HALEON PLC - UPDATE ON PURCHASE ALONGSIDE PFIZER OFFERING HALEON PLC - TO PURCHASE 60,526,315 SHARES FROM PFIZER HALEON PLC - PURCHASE PRICE £3.80 PER SHARE, TOTAL £230 MILLION Source text for Eikon: ID:nRSA3613Ga Further company coverage: HLN.L
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