AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCement Deal: Holcim is selling its Philippines business to China’s Huaxin Building Materials for about $807m—$527m for a 67.623% stake now, with the rest (about 31%) to be sold over 3–5 years for at least $280m, with closure targeted for H1 2027. Cybersecurity: Liechtenstein says a cyberattack stole data on 31,000 people from its register of beneficial owners, prompting a crisis team and raising money-laundering compliance concerns. Aviation & Rights: A Lufthansa flight from Munich to Beijing was turned back after a cabin pressurization fault, potentially triggering EU passenger compensation claims up to €600. Energy & Supply Chains: Extreme heat and drought are hitting Europe’s Rhine shipping and forcing nuclear shutdowns in Romania and Hungary, tightening fuel and power logistics. Construction/Industry: Geberit promotes its SuperTube drainage system as a space- and material-saving alternative for high-rises, aiming for faster installs and improved hydraulic performance. AI & Jobs: A Maharashtra AI centre launch claims AI will change the nature of 75% of jobs, while farmers get dialect-based guidance via an AI app. Swiss Sports Spotlight: Lorena Wiebes won stage 2 of the Tour de France Femmes from Aigle to Geneva, keeping the yellow jersey.
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