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Boeing reports $5.4-bn loss on large hit from 777X aircraft delays

Boeing reported a $5.4-billion third-quarter loss on Wednesday as massive added costs from the delayed certification of its 777X aircraft weighed down its results.

EU seeks 'urgent solutions' with China over chipmaker Nexperia

The EU said Wednesday it is seeking a swift resolution to a Chinese curb on chip exports linked to a row with the Netherlands over chipmaker Nexperia that has alarmed European businesses.

Markets extend record run as trade dominates

Markets hit record highs Wednesday thanks to optimism over US trade deals, the AI sector and an expected interest-rate cut from the Federal Reserve.

Spain's Santander bank posts record profit

Spanish banking giant Santander reported record profits on Wednesday for the first nine months of 2025, buoyed by strong client growth and a solid performance in its key markets.

Chemicals firm BASF urges EU to cut red tape as profit dips

The boss of German chemicals giant BASF on Wednesday called for the European Union to relax carbon trading rules, as the firm reported a drop in core profit with the industry in crisis.

Mercedes-Benz reassures on Nexperia chips as profit plunges

German premium carmaker Mercedes-Benz sought to reassure investors Wednesday over a feared shortage of microchips as it reported plunging third-quarter profits.

UK drugmaker GSK lifts 2025 guidance despite US tariffs

British pharmaceutical group GSK on Wednesday raised its full-year outlook after strong sales growth in its third quarter, brushing off the potential impact of US tariffs.

Mercedes-Benz profit plunges on China slump and US tariffs

German premium carmaker Mercedes-Benz reported plunging third-quarter profit Wednesday, hit by weak sales in China as well as US tariffs.

Asia stocks join Wall Street records as tech bull run quickens

Asian stock markets surged on Wednesday, matching record gains on Wall Street the previous day as investor confidence in AI tech and coming interest rate cuts in the United States reaches fever pitch.

Record potato harvest is no boon in fries-mad Belgium

Fries powerhouse Belgium is in for a record potato harvest this year -- but that's hardly cause for celebration for farmers who face a slump in prices partially driven by a crunch in exports.

Deutsche Bank posts record profit on strong trading

Germany's largest bank Deutsche Bank posted record third-quarter profit Wednesday and beat expectations, boosted by a strong performance at its investment bank.

UBS beats expectations as claws backs provisions

Swiss banking giant UBS reported third-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations, thanks in part to clawing back provisions for possible litigation, but also sustained by strong performances in its trading and wealth divisions.

Australian police design AI tool to decipher predators' Gen Z slang

Australian police are working on an AI prototype that will help them decipher Gen Z slang and emoji-laden messages written by online predators, a top official said Wednesday.

NZ raids shipping insurer over alleged sanctions busting

New Zealand police raided a shipping insurer's offices over allegations it offered cover to tankers breaking Russian sanctions, a senior detective said Wednesday.

'Dangerous Liaisons' gets MeToo twist in prequel 'The Seduction'

HBO Max's new French-language series "The Seduction" is an 18th-century MeToo prequel to "Dangerous Liaisons" with a feminist twist, its director Jessica Palud told AFP.

SMX and trueGold Transform the Gold Supply Chain Into a Market of Verified Value (NASDAQ: SMX)

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Gold has always symbolized permanence, wealth, and beauty. What it has never offered is proof of its origin, how it was mined, or who was involved in the process. Now, SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) and its majority-owned subsidiary, trueGold, are changing that, bringing verifiable truth to the luxury metals that define status and value.

Full-Mouth Dental Implants and Smile Makeovers in Istanbul: What You Need to Know (2025)

ISTANBUL, TR / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Istanbul has emerged as a global hub for dental tourism, attracting patients from the US, UK, and Australia seeking cutting-edge dental solutions. Among the most sought-after procedures are full-mouth restorations, full mouth implants (All-on-4 and All-on-6 implants), and comprehensive smile makeovers that include cosmetic and restorative treatments at the same time. Understanding clinic specialization, implant brands, and treatment workflow is essential for achieving natural, durable, and functional results.

SMX Strengthens Its Proof-Based Ecosystem Through trueGold’s Expansion Into Ethical Luxury (NASDAQ:SMX)

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Gold has always symbolized permanence, wealth, and beauty. What it has never offered is proof. To be fair, it never had to. But the times have changed. Consumers demand accountability, the world is demanding sustainability in manufacturing, and businesses want to do everything they can to maintain a positive, progressive image. Satisfying everyone used to be a tall order. Even impossible on any type of scale. Not anymore.

SMX Supercharges Its Traceability Network Into Gold and Silver Through New Precious-Metals Partnership (NASDAQ: SMX)

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / For centuries, gold has represented trust. It has anchored currencies, symbolized permanence, and survived every shift in global finance. Yet even the world's most enduring asset has always relied on a fragile foundation: belief. People believe their gold is authentic, believe it's responsibly sourced, and believe it's ethically handled. But belief isn't proof.

FRP Holdings, Inc. Announces Release Date for Its 2025 Third Quarter Earnings and Details for the Earnings Conference Call

JACKSONVILLE, FL / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / FRP Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPH) anticipates issuing its third quarter earnings results on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The Company will host a conference call on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. (EST). Analysts, stockholders and other interested parties may access the teleconference live by calling 1-800-343-4849 (passcode 83364) within the United States. International callers may dial 1-203-518-9848 (passcode 83364). Audio replay will be available until November 20, 2025, by dialing 1-800-839-2389 within the United States. International callers may dial 1-402-220-7204. No passcode needed. An audio replay will also be available on the Company's investor relations page (https://www.frpdev.com/investor-relations/) following the call.

Apex Massage Therapy Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Massage Therapy in Southern Alberta

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Apex Massage Therapy, a trusted part of Calgary's wellness community since 1994, has been honoured with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the massage therapy category for Southern Alberta. This prestigious recognition reflects the clinic's long-standing commitment to delivering exceptional therapeutic services, building lasting relationships with clients, and ensuring self-care is accessible to all.

Rocky Mountain BBQ Catering Ltd. Wins 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Caterers in Southern Alberta

CALGARY, ALBERTA / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Rocky Mountain BBQ Catering Ltd., a leader in mobile catering and authentic Alberta barbeque cuisine, has been honoured with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Caterers category for Southern Alberta. This recognition reflects the company's dedication to quality food, exceptional service, and creating memorable dining experiences for events across Calgary and beyond.

Certified Asbestos Removal & Restoration Inc. Recognized With 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Asbestos Removal in Southern Alberta

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Certified Asbestos Removal & Restoration Inc., a trusted leader in environmental hazard remediation, has been recognized with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Asbestos Removal category for Southern Alberta. This award highlights the company's reputation for safety, precision, and professionalism in addressing hazardous materials across both residential and commercial properties.

Alberta Furnace Cleaning Recognized With 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Furnace and Duct Cleaners in Southern Alberta

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Alberta Furnace Cleaning, a Calgary-owned and operated company serving Albertans since 1986, has been recognized with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Furnace and Duct Cleaners category for Southern Alberta. This recognition highlights the company's nearly four decades of dedication to providing exceptional home and commercial cleaning services with professionalism, expertise, and care.

Goldstrom Partners with SMX to Deliver End-to-End Traceability and Circularity in Precious Metals

NEW YORK, NY AND SINGAPORE, SG AND DUBAI, UAE / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX), a global leader in molecular-marker technology and blockchain-backed digital product passports, today announced entering into an Advisory Agreement with Goldstrom Advisory FZCO, which is an expert in the field of global physical precious metals.

App Orchid Launches New Conversational Analytics Agent With Continuous Semantic Enrichment for Benchmark-Breaking Accuracy

Built on App Orchid's semantic knowledge graph, the Agent continuously learns from context to improve accuracy, transparency, and enterprise trust.

Sit Happens! Companion Dog Training Recognized With 2025 Consumer Choice Award for Pet Training in Southern Alberta

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / October 29, 2025 / Sit Happens! Companion Dog Training has been honoured with the 2025 Consumer Choice Award in the Pet Training category for Southern Alberta. This recognition reflects the company's dedication to helping families build positive, lasting relationships with their dogs through force-free training methods and compassionate instruction.

Microsoft holds 27% of OpenAI in revamped partnership

Microsoft and OpenAI announced Tuesday a sweeping overhaul of their landmark artificial intelligence (AI) partnership, giving both companies greater independence while maintaining their close collaboration.

Apple ordered to pay French operators 39 mn euros over iPhone sales

A French court has ordered Apple to pay around 39 million euros ($45 million) to mobile network operators over accusations it imposed unfair contract conditions to allow them to sell iPhones.

US revokes visa for Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka

The US consulate in Lagos has revoked the visa of Nigerian writer Wole Soyinka, the Nobel laureate said Tuesday.

Why are stock markets hitting record highs?

Why have stock markets around the world -- from Wall Street to Tokyo and from Paris to Seoul, been striking record highs despite the uncertain political and economic outlook?

Berlin says Rosneft subsidiaries not impacted by US sanctions

US sanctions targeting Rosneft will not impact the Russian oil giant's German subsidiaries, the German government told AFP Tuesday, downplaying fears their operations could be affected as they were not formally excluded.

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