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Struggling German agribusiness group BayWa is preparing a vote on a hybrid bond next week as part of efforts to stabilise its finances. The company, which is undergoing restructuring, is relying on the hybrid instrument to strengthen its capital base. Industry observers are watching closely to see whether creditors back the plan and what it means for the group's turnaround.

Japan Exchange Group has announced the largest-ever overhaul of the Topix index, cutting the number of constituent companies in one of Asia's broadest equity benchmarks. The revamp is expected to intensify pressure on Japanese listed companies to improve their market appeal, capital efficiency and investor relations, as firms risk exclusion from a benchmark widely tracked by domestic and international funds.

Attention is turning to the death penalty across Southeast Asian nations, where a mix of reform and continued resistance is shaping the debate. Human rights advocates, including Amnesty International, are highlighting shifting attitudes toward capital punishment in the region, while several ASEAN governments continue to defend and carry out executions, keeping the issue contentious both locally and internationally.

Yemen's Houthis say they carried out an attack on Riyadh's airport, with three people reported killed. The claim, reported by DW, comes amid ongoing tensions between the Iranian-backed group and Saudi Arabia. There has been no immediate detailed confirmation from Saudi authorities on the circumstances or the extent of the damage.

The Caltagirone group, a major shareholder in Monte dei Paschi di Siena, says it will vote against the bank's outstanding share offering proposals at the MPS shareholder meeting scheduled for 29 October. The move signals shareholder resistance to the terms of the capital operations and adds fresh tension ahead of the vote on the bank's future strategy.

Israel's foreign minister says Colombia will open its embassy in Jerusalem, a move that would align it with a small group of countries recognising the contested city as Israel's capital. According to the report, Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella had promised closer ties with Israel during his election campaign, and the announcement follows through on that pledge. The decision is drawing attention because most embassies remain in Tel Aviv and the status of Jerusalem is one of the most sensitive issues in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Associated Capital Group reported a preliminary June accounting value of $45.41 per share, a figure that falls within the range the investment firm had previously indicated. The update gives investors a mid-year snapshot of the company's net asset value and suggests performance tracking broadly in line with its own guidance.

Yemen's Houthi movement says it fired a missile at Riyadh, with residents of the Saudi capital reporting explosions. The group has periodically launched drones and missiles at Saudi territory, and the claim comes amid heightened regional tensions. Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed details of any impact or damage, and it remains unclear what the target was or whether the strike caused casualties.

Local election coverage in Austin is focusing on propositions that will appear on the ballot in the 2026 election. Voters in the Texas capital are being told to watch for these measures as campaigning ramps up. Little detail has been released so far about the specific propositions, what they would fund or change, or which groups support and oppose them.

Investigative journalism platform Follow The Money is marking five years of reporting from Brussels, saying it has responded to threats and pressure by expanding its investigations into EU affairs. The group highlights its work scrutinising European institutions, lobbying and policy-making, framing the anniversary as a commitment to continue holding power to account in the Belgian capital despite intimidation.

New figures reported by Crunchbase News show that startup funding across North America declined in the third quarter, even as several large artificial intelligence companies prepare for potential public listings. The data suggests investors are concentrating capital on a small group of high-profile AI firms, while funding for the broader startup ecosystem continues to tighten.