Bank of Japan says underlying inflation has reached a level consistent with its price-stability target.

Pengding Holdings posted sequential Q3 revenue and profit growth, driven by accelerating volumes in its compute-related businesses. Compute-segment revenue and earnings exceeded market expectations. Sustained AI compute demand and rising shipments of higher-end products have left customer demand guidance and order intake healthy; Q4 orders on hand are ample, supporting a continued high industry topline and potential further expansion in shipments and company operating momentum.

QatarEnergy CEO said LNG production could be fully restored within one week after a US-Iran peace agreement, provided vessels are available.