Linde PLC doubled its on-site industrial gas capacity at Tata Steel's Kalinganagar plant via new air separation units, enabling annual steel production to increase from three million to eight million tons.
Shrieve Chemical Co. has acquired Research Solutions Group Inc., an Alabama-based distributor of industrial solvents and specialty chemicals. The deal expands Shrieve's Southeast US footprint and adds blending, recycling, and logistics capabilities, though financial terms remain undisclosed.
Ampol and Viva Energy reported significant profit surges driven by increased refining margins, while Inpex forecasts record LNG earnings. These gains occur amidst a cost-of-living crisis, raising questions on corporate pricing and social responsibility.
AkzoNobel maintained its 2026 earnings guidance despite Q3 net loss narrowing, citing organic sales growth and margin expansion. The company expects its merger with Axalta to close in early 2027 following regulatory remedies involving business divestments.
The UK government approved the Jackdaw gasfield to enhance energy security and reduce LNG import reliance. This decision signals a pragmatic shift in North Sea policy, balancing domestic production with net-zero goals.
The NDRC is formulating a guidance scheme to prevent overheating in hydrogen energy investments, urging rational project layout and key technology breakthroughs. Additionally, September's large-scale industrial raw coal output decreased by 6.8%.
UK annual inflation rose to 3.5% in September, exceeding forecasts due to record diesel and petrol prices driven by Middle East conflict impacts on oil supply. This surge prompts expectations of Bank of England interest rate hikes.
U.S. stock markets advanced Tuesday after major corporations reported better-than-expected profits, while Brent crude oil prices fell to $108.79 per barrel, easing inflationary pressures.
Resonac Corp agreed to sell selected adhesives operations in Japan, China, and Taiwan to Sika AG, with completion scheduled for 2027. The deal targets automotive adhesive technologies while excluding tape and low-melting glass businesses.
Sherwin-Williams announced 40 job cuts at its Cleveland headquarters as part of an operations review. The company's stock traded at €299.25 with a market cap of $81.6 billion ahead of its Q3 earnings report in October 2026.
ETFs net sold $17.7 million of Sherwin-Williams shares on Monday, continuing a two-day outflow trend. Major funds reduced stakes in the global leader in paint and coatings.
Linde plc scheduled its third-quarter results for October 29, 2026, following a 9.3% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2. Shares traded at EUR 445.00 on October 21 as investors anticipate the company's ability to maintain fiscal guidance.
Sherwin-Williams eliminated approximately 40 global headquarters positions on October 20, 2026, unrelated to employee performance. This reduction follows a January 2026 mandate requiring full-time office attendance for staff.
Nisa Investment Advisors acquired 102,899 shares of Linde PLC valued at $48.8 million in Q3. The move reflects strong institutional interest amid Linde's positive quarterly results and analyst consensus.
DuPont de Nemours secured a Moderate Buy consensus with a $162 price target following strong quarterly earnings and a $0.60 dividend declaration, despite recent analyst downgrades.
Linde plc, a leading industrial gases provider, has scheduled its third-quarter 2026 earnings call for October 29, 2026. Shares are currently trading pre-market at EUR 445.00 ahead of the upcoming financial disclosure.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby forecasts elevated fuel prices persisting through 2027, warning that achieving double-digit pretax margins will likely require lower fuel costs or strategic shifts in capacity and pricing.
Ecolab Inc. announced it will host a live webcast on October 27, 2026, to discuss third-quarter 2026 results. The firm provides water, hygiene, and infection-prevention services globally.
Middle East oil shipments remain resilient near prewar levels despite increased Iranian attacks on merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Major producers like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are boosting output to maintain market share while tracking data remains volatile.
Italian retailers warn of food shortages and rotting produce as truck driver protests over fuel costs disrupt supply chains nationwide. The government is considering a diesel price cap while aviation fuel deliveries face similar interruptions.
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