Alphabet shares fell 12.6% as heavy AI investment pushed cash flow below zero. The technology sell-off spread across global markets while investors sought government bonds and safer currencies.
A Pakistani LNG cargo travelling with Iran’s permission was targeted near the Strait of Hormuz, Bloomberg reported. A Qatari gas company said no crew members were harmed.
The government has lowered ex-depot diesel and petrol prices for November 3, 2026. The cuts offer immediate savings, but daily pricing leaves consumers without assurance that lower rates will last.
Diesel will cost Rs395.20 per litre and petrol Rs374.51 on November 3, 2026. Another determination on November 4 leaves the duration of the savings uncertain.
Bestway Cement reported earnings per share of Rs 11.47, up 24.4% from a year earlier, for the quarter ended September 30, 2026. The company also declared a first interim cash dividend.