South Korean battery materials manufacturer EcoPro BM swung to a Q3 net loss due to stagnant EV demand in North America and Europe. Meanwhile, energy storage systems and power applications saw increased sales driven by AI data center expansion.
UK GDP expanded 0.7% in Q3, its fastest growth in 2.5 years, driven by the services sector despite elevated oil, gas, and electricity prices contributing to inflation.
Corteva swung to a third-quarter loss and cut its 2026 outlook due to Brazil weakness, despite growth elsewhere. As a pure-play crop protection firm post-spin-off, it cited inventory and liquidity issues driving the decline.
King Luther Capital Management Corp established a new $236.7 million position in Linde PLC, ranking as their 23rd largest holding amid strong quarterly earnings and a $1.60 per share dividend.
Keybank acquired 43,193 shares of Linde PLC worth approximately $20.5 million in the third quarter. Analysts maintain a Moderate Buy rating with a consensus price target of $553.05.
Huntsman Corporation declared a cash dividend of $0.0875 per share payable on December 11, 2026. Management stated this is a routine declaration indicating no significant change in performance or capital allocation strategy.
Senator Sanders declines support for Schumer; Hegseth impeachment blocked. Meanwhile, Brazil unveils a COP31 roadmap to transition its economy from fossil fuels to renewable energies.
5E Advanced Materials approaches its November 17 earnings report following a volatile stock rally. The company must demonstrate sustainable loss reduction and concrete progress toward commercial-scale boron production to validate investor confidence.
North Carolina regulators ordered Chemours to revise its PFAS remediation plan citing compliance deficiencies, following a $590 million settlement and ongoing environmental concerns.
Gevo Inc shares surged 36% after reporting record third-quarter results driven largely by carbon credit sales. The renewable fuel producer raised its adjusted EBITDA outlook for 2026 and 2027, highlighting growing profitability in carbon businesses alongside biofuel production.
H.B. Fuller will close seven manufacturing sites under Project Quantum Leap, targeting $75 million in annualized savings by 2030 and reducing its global footprint to 55 facilities.
SQM shareholders lost 20.4% despite strong Q2 2026 results, facing lithium price volatility and regulatory risks in Chile.
WeylChem Bilbao approved a feasibility study to expand its sulfur-melting unit, potentially substantially increasing capacity. The project underscores the strategic importance of securing reliable molten sulfur supply for the European chemical industry.
The German Chemical Industry Association (VCI) raised its 2026 sales forecast to 3.5% growth driven by higher prices, yet warned sustainable recovery remains elusive amidst geopolitical instability and persistent structural challenges.
Canada's AtkinsRealis signed an agreement with Turkey's TUNAS to conduct a feasibility study for expanding the nation's nuclear power programme, with engineering design targeted for completion by 2028. This initiative supports Ankara's goal to raise nuclear capacity to 10 GW by 2040.
Wizz Air forecasts rising unit costs and reported a 66.6% drop in first-half profit due to surging jet fuel prices driven by the Iran conflict. Revenue per available seat kilometre is expected to rise slightly despite the challenging winter outlook.
China approved Eli Lilly's oral weight-loss drug orforglipron, granting the manufacturer a competitive edge over rivals like Novo Nordisk in the world's second-largest pharmaceutical market amid rising obesity rates.
H.B. Fuller is closing seven North American and European sites under its 'Project Quantum Leap' initiative, reducing its global manufacturing footprint from 82 to 55 by 2030 to achieve $75 million in annual cost savings.
German drugmaker Merck KGaA raised its 2026 core profit guidance to €6.2-6.4 billion EBITDA, driven by strong Q3 performance and the Bio-Techne acquisition. The company highlighted growth in biomanufacturing and semiconductor materials supporting AI applications.
A BusinessEurope survey indicates improved industrial sentiment across Europe, though inflation remains a key concern with energy costs surging to 20% and food prices climbing. Investment expectations have risen despite revised growth forecasts for the current year.
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