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BusinessOct 6DeepSeek nears $12B Tencent-backed funding roundDeepSeek is reportedly close to securing a $12 billion funding round with support from Tencent. This significant investment indicates strong growth in the technology sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6World Bank lifts 2026 East Asia growth forecast to 4.5% amid AI boom but warns of capex risksThe World Bank has raised its 2026 growth forecast for East Asia to 4.5%, citing an AI boom. However, the bank also cautioned about capital expenditure risks.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6CEOE warns that the housing strike is "unacceptable" as it is not "of a labor nature" and is already studying legal actionsLa patronal acusa a los sindicatos de trasladar a las empresas el coste de una medida de presión política mientras Trabajo defiende la convocatoria LeerEl Mundo
BusinessOct 6María Asunción Aramburuzabala, Mexican businesswoman and millionaire: "Culturally, women are predetermined and from there we are hindering development"She owns the brewery that makes Corona, one of the best-selling. She went from being a housewife to controlling a very large business.Clarín
BusinessOct 6Odisha to create additional storage for rice to accommodate paddy glutThe Odisha government proposes to develop 10 lakh metric tonnes of additional storage capacity under the Odisha State Private Entrepreneur Scheme (OSPEG) frameworkThe Hindu
BusinessOct 6Nigeria leads Africa investability gains•Up four places in Bloomberg’s ranking By Yinka Kolawole Nigeria has emerged as the biggest climber among major African economies in Bloomberg Economics’ 2026 Investment Risk-O-Meter, rising four places to eighth position on the back of improved economic and fiscal fundamentals. The latest scorecard released yesterday, which assesses the relative investability of 19 African economies, […] The post Nigeria leads Africa investability gains appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessOct 6Capital importation rises 102% to $16.4bn in 5mthsBy Babajide Komolafe  Capital importation into the country rose by 101.8 per cent, year-on-year, YoY to $16.41 billion in the five months to May 2026 from $8.13 billion in the same period of 2025. Vanguard analysis of the monthly economic reports of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, from January to May 2026, showed that […] The post Capital importation rises 102% to $16.4bn in 5mths appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessOct 6France's sovereign debt crisis explained: How dangerous could it be?French borrowing costs hit their highest level since 2002, and the gap with Germany is the widest since 2011. What is driving France's debt crisis and how far could it go?EuroNews [en]
BusinessOct 6Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, October 6, 2026The naira traded within a relatively narrow range against the US dollar on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, with the local currency quoted at about ₦1,332.90 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), while the parallel market rate stood around ₦1,357 per dollar. The post Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, October 6, 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessOct 6KKR strikes $5.1B deal for fund administrator Gen IIKKR has completed a $5.1 billion deal to acquire fund administrator Gen II. This acquisition represents a major transaction within the financial services sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Trump: Becton Dickinson agrees to invest $3B in US manufacturing, including $1B+ in NebraskaBecton Dickinson has agreed to invest $3 billion in US manufacturing, with over $1 billion allocated to Nebraska, as announced by Trump. This investment signifies a major boost to domestic manufacturing and job creation.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Mattel faces fresh sale pressure from major shareholder Ariel - reportToy company Mattel is reportedly facing renewed pressure from a major shareholder, Ariel, regarding a potential sale. This indicates ongoing internal corporate strategy discussions.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Pedro Fernández, construction businessman, explains why it is difficult to calculate how much a work will cost: "To build a building takes 24 to 36 months and, if prices are not reviewed, it is not foreseen how much aluminum will cost in three years"The president of the National Confederation of Construction explains what happens with budgets when a project extends for several years. Material prices and lack of workers appear among the main problems of the sector.Clarín
BusinessOct 6How AI could scupper the dollarThings are fine until they’re notFinancial Times
BusinessOct 6Rupee slips 4 paise to 96.39 against U.S. dollar in early tradeAt the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 96.29 but fell to 96.39, down 4 paise from its previous closeThe Hindu
BusinessOct 6Asian stocks mostly higher as tech rally offsets oil and yield pressureAsian stock markets generally saw gains, driven by a rally in technology stocks which mitigated pressures from oil prices and bond yields. This reflects current trends in global financial markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Simpler itineraries, longer stays: How travellers embrace doing less while on holidayFrom slower, less-planned breaks to AI scepticism and the rise of nearby escapes, travellers are expected to prioritise deeper and more meaningful experiences in 2027.EuroNews [en]
BusinessOct 6How quant funds beat the market by being 'early, contrarian and right'Quantitative hedge funds have captured big trends in bonds and oil to outperform the stock market this year.CNBC
BusinessOct 6LGI Homes reports 9% increase in September closings; Q3 closings up 10.4% Y/YLGI Homes announced a 9% increase in September closings and a 10.4% year-over-year increase in third-quarter closings. This indicates positive performance for the company.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Urban Rail in Southeast Asia Is BoomingDue to rapid economic growth and Chinese knowhow, public transit in the region's cities is entering something of a golden age.The Diplomat
BusinessOct 6McDonald's hit with lawsuit alleging AI pricing system violates antitrust lawsMcDonald's is facing a lawsuit alleging its AI pricing system violates antitrust laws. This action could have significant implications for the company's business practices.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Olympia Financial Group declares CAD 0.50 dividendOlympia Financial Group has announced a dividend of CAD 0.50. This is a routine financial disclosure for the company.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6Spyre Therapeutics prices $350M public offering at $85 per shareSpyre Therapeutics has set the price for its $350 million public offering at $85 per share. This indicates a significant financial move by the company to raise capital.Seeking Alpha Tech
BusinessOct 6TORM announces commencement of 6.33M share secondary offering by Oaktree affiliateTORM has announced the commencement of a 6.33 million share secondary offering by an Oaktree affiliate. This is a routine financial transaction involving corporate shares.Seeking Alpha Tech
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