AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBerlin Pride Attack: German federal prosecutors say DNA from the suspect’s van matches “Abdul B,” with no other traces found inside, after the ramming and machete attack killed one and injured dozens; prosecutors also say a video pledge to Islamic State was found on his phone. Auto Job Cuts: BMW plans voluntary redundancy offers to about 40,000 of its roughly 85,000 permanent German desk workers, aiming to cut around 8,000 jobs by end-2027 as China competition and weaker margins bite. Corporate Deals: Gerresheimer is selling its U.S. and global primary plastics packaging businesses to Apax for about €1.5bn enterprise value, with closures expected by late 2026 and mid-2027. Tech & Security: The U.S. FCC bans imports of foreign-made mobile humanoid and quadruped robots without special approval, citing cyber and national security risks. Business & Industry: BASF reports a sharp jump in first-half profit and raises forecasts, while Varta files for self-administered insolvency amid demand and financing strain. New Flagship: Audi unveils the seven-seat Q9 as its new flagship SUV, starting at €108,400.
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