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Large energy-intensive companies in Italy are at greater risk during the green transition, with 16.9% of them falling into high and very high risk categories, despite the overall risk being low for 62% of the analyzed companies according to a study by Cerved Esg Ratings. #Decarbonizzazione #RischioDiTransizione #IndustriaItaliano (translated)

Mario Di Costanzo stated that, according to a person present, Claudia Sheinbaum had become upset after learning of the rejection by Social Security workers of a 2.9% salary increase. He also noted that workers from IMSS-BIENESTAR had called for a march and that employees from the Health Secretariat were blocking the viaduct. Di Costanzo asserted that Sheinbaum had reprimanded Zoé Robledo, Alejandro Svarch, and David Kershenobich, and that the doctors had to increase her medication. He attributed the episode also to the news that HR Ratings would downgrade Mexico's long-term rating and to some statements by Donald Trump regarding possible attacks by sea and land against the cartels in Mexico, even if Sheinbaum opposed it. The author concluded that the mental health of the president, or at least her mood, was deteriorating. #Sheinbaum #CrisisPolítica #SaludMental (translated)

IMO, the Marine Stewardship Council (@mscecolabel.bsky.social) does more harm than good. It mis-rates species & spreads confusion, when it should be telling us to eat less fish/simply stop. Now, FFS, it has given bluefin tuna a green rating, despite v little data. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Caixa Geral de Depósitos (CGD) carried out a green senior debt issuance worth 500 million euros, with demand exceeding the available offering by 6.6 times and ratings of A by S&P, Baa1 by Moody's, and A (High) by Morningstar DBRS. #CaixaGeralDeDepósitos #EmissãoVerde #DívidaSénior (translated)

The Chinese automotive industry increasingly relies on international markets to sustain sales and profit growth as it seeks to offset weakness in domestic demand, said Stephen Chan, an analyst at the credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings. #ExportaçõesChinesas #IndústriaAutomóvel #VeículosElétricos (translated)

According to the author, in a survey conducted by the Rating Research Institute from October 3 to 5, 56% of Ukrainians approved of regional concessions only in exchange for U.S. and European security guarantees. He also noted that 35% opposed all concessions and 68% supported a referendum on the matter. #Ukraina #Kansanäänestys #Turvallisuus #US #UA #EU (translated)

Lucero announced that she and Don Francisco would appear together on Univisión on Sunday, October 11, in a meeting that, she wrote, would remember her first appearance on *Sábado Gigante*, when she was 15 years old. She described them as two figures of Hispanic culture who had led Spanish-language ratings in the United States for decades and reached all five continents. She also invited her followers to share photos, videos, songs, and memories of both, and announced a minute-by-minute conversation starting at 6:55 PM Eastern Time on X and Instagram. The broadcast was scheduled for 7 PM (6 PM Central Time). #Latinoamérica #Entretenimiento #Cultura (translated)

The author wrote that the president of the National Bank of Poland is subject to the law, but bringing him before the State Tribunal should have solid grounds. According to him, such a step would undermine the independence of the central bank, investor trust, and Poland's rating, and the loss of the state's credibility could raise the debt costs borne by citizens. #NBP #Polska #praworządność #PL (translated)

The author of the entry reported that African governments are launching their own rating agency, Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA). He wrote that it is set to end the "African premium" that policymakers attributed to the actions of Moody’s, S&P Global, and Fitch. He also mentioned that Ghana and Zambia argued regarding the rating downgrades. https://t.co/Ft0T18htHz #Afryka #Rating #Gospodarka #GH #ZM (translated)

MT2 stated that Cristiano Ronaldo had an outstanding performance, with one goal and three key chances created. He argued that, after 45 minutes, he should have one goal and three assists. He also harshly criticized the ratings of the apps and urged people not to pay attention to them and to watch the matches. https://t.co/5B27BOflo7 #CristianoRonaldo #Fútbol #Partido (translated)

Zbigniew Bogucki blamed Donald Tusk's government for the increase in debt servicing costs. He recalled that during the election campaign, Minister Domański had announced an increase in the government's credibility and a decrease in these costs, which at that time amounted to around 70 billion zlotys annually. Bogucki wrote that for the next year, 107 billion zlotys has been planned for debt servicing, which is 37 billion more. He compared this amount to the cost of purchasing dozens of Abrams tanks or building two permanent bases for American soldiers in Poland. He added that half of this amount, 18.5 billion zlotys, could correspond to the cost of one such base. The politician also attributed the downgrade of Poland's rating by Moody's to the government, indicating that it was supposed to be the opposite. #Polska #finanse #dług (translated)

Bartosz Lewandowski wondered whether those behind the actions against the president of the NBP were aware of their possible consequences for the financial market. He described these actions as having solely a PR dimension following the judgments of the Constitutional Tribunal, which—he wrote—were published and issued by an undisputed panel. He pointed to the decline in Poland's ratings, enormous debt and deficit, as well as what he believed to be a planned political attack on the president of the independent central bank. He added that the market is particularly sensitive to such actions. He also asked whether the goal was to plunge Poland into financial trouble to convince Poles to quickly enter the eurozone. #Polska #finanse #NBP (translated)

Mauro Icardi denied that his ex-partner managed his image and stated that it was in the hands of a company unrelated to her. He also warned that this company would initiate legal actions for slander and defamation against several people. Icardi urged some programs to prepare to retract what, he said, they had claimed for two years, and questioned whether doing so would help them gain an audience. #Falsedad #Calumnias #Juicios (translated)

Fernando "nandoshow" Schwabe published the five best players in rating of Champions 2026 after the end of the first round of the playoffs, based on data from vlr.gg. LOUD luk xo led with 1.24, followed by NRG brawk (1.22), G2 trent (1.20), 100T Asuna (1.19), and NRG Keiko (1.18). Schwabe also stated that three of the four teams from VCT Americas were already guaranteed in the top 6 of the tournament. #Champions2026 #VCT #Esports (translated)

AFRICA DAILY REPORT — 8 OCTOBER 2026 Main developments of past 24 hours 1. DR Congo — Ebola outbreak expands into new hotspots as response struggles Importance: 10/10 — Critical More than 8,500 infections and over 4,000 deaths have been reported. North Kivu accounts for around 40% of newly confirmed cases. Africa CDC reports that more than 70% of new cases are outside known contact networks, while MSF warns of inadequate treatment capacity and surveillance. SOURCE: https://apnews.com/article/42e9c7f66b9ee7628b0a852a4e9dd73b 2. Kenya — Ebola border-screening failures expose regional vulnerabilities Importance: 10/10 — Critical Authorities identified 57 contacts linked to Kenya's first confirmed Ebola patient, with 10 quarantined. The patient travelled from DR Congo through Uganda to Nairobi undetected. Kenya has reinforced airport screening and is coordinating with regional health authorities. SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/kenya-ebola-case-exposes-gaps-border-screenings-2026-10-07/ 3. Sudan — Drone strike kills civilians in Blue Nile state Importance: 10/10 — Critical A drone strike in Damazin killed at least four women and wounded dozens, according to Emergency Lawyers, which attributed the attack to the RSF. The RSF had not commented. Attacks on civilians and humanitarian operations continue amid extensive displacement. SOURCE: https://apnews.com/article/56473b19a098470344e54d75d0362092 4. Nigeria — ISWAP attacks military base in Borno, killing soldiers Importance: 9/10 — Very High ISWAP attacked the 101 Special Forces Battalion in Kukawa, Borno. A military officer reported 10 soldiers killed, while the army confirmed fatalities without specifying a figure. The army said it repelled the attack with air support and killed more than 25 militants. SOURCE: https://apnews.com/article/3cebadb3e037942384924a24917e2a7d 5. DR Congo — African Union mediators engage AFC/M23 rebels in Goma An AU delegation met Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 representatives in eastern DR Congo and called for continued engagement in peace negotiations despite ongoing fighting. The meeting is part of diplomatic efforts to advance a durable settlement. SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/african-union-delegation-meets-congo-rebels-calls-continued-peace-efforts-2026-10-07/ 6. African Union — Africa launches its first continental credit rating agency Importance: 9/10 — Very High The AU launched the Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) in Mauritius to provide an Africa-focused assessment of sovereign and corporate credit risk alongside existing global agencies. Its influence on borrowing costs will depend on credibility and market acceptance. SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/african-union-launch-continents-first-credit-rating-agency-2026-10-07/ 7. Ethiopia / Eritrea — Witnesses report Eritrean troops crossing into Tigray Witnesses in Adigrat reported Eritrean troops in military vehicles. Reuters could not independently confirm the movements. Eritrea accused Ethiopia of using the allegations to justify further action, amid the two countries' diplomatic rupture. SOURCE: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/7/witnesses-spot-eritrean-troops-inside-northern-ethiopia-as-tensions-flare 8. Sudan — Army chief rejects negotiations and pledges continued operations Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan said military operations would continue until the army regained RSF-held territory. The statement coincides with reported civilian casualties in West Kordofan and more than 5,500 displaced in Blue Nile over three days. SOURCE: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/7/sudans-al-burhan-rejects-talks-vows-to-retake-all-territory-from-rsf 9. South Sudan — Food assistance faces severe shortages Importance: 10/10 — Critical WFP warns that more than one million vulnerable people could lose essential food and nutrition assistance without funding. Stocks at Malakal reportedly fell from about 10,000 tonnes a year ago to under 300 tonnes, while arrivals from Sudan continue. SOURCE: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/7/south-sudans-aid-crisis-deepens-as-food-stocks-run-low 10. Ghana — Government approves formal application to join BRICS Ghana's government approved a formal application to join BRICS and sought India's backing. India expressed support for Ghana's aspirations but noted that membership requires wider group consideration. No admission decision has been made. SOURCE: https://www.africanews.com/2026/10/07/brics-ghanas-parliament-gives-green-light-to-formal-application/ #Africa #AfricaNews #TopNewsOfAfrica #AfricaDailyReport #Ghana #BRICS #BRICSExpansion #GhanaBRICSApplication #AfricanDiplomacy #India #AfricanUnion #AfCRA #AfricaCreditRatingAgency #CreditRatings #SovereignDebt #AfricanEconomy #EconomicDevelopment #FinancialIndependence #AfricanFinancialMarkets #DRC #DRCongo #Goma #M23 #AFCM23 #PeaceNegotiations #ConflictResolution #RegionalSecurity #Ebola #EbolaOutbreak #PublicHealth #AfricaCDC #Kenya #EbolaScreening #HealthSecurity #Sudan #SudanConflict #BlueNile #DroneStrikes #HumanRights #Nigeria #Borno #ISWAP #Terrorism #Counterterrorism #Ethiopia #Eritrea #Tigray #HornOfAfrica #RegionalConflict #SouthSudan #HumanitarianCrisis #FoodSecurity #WorldFoodProgramme #WFP #AfricanPolitics #AfricanSecurity #AfricanBusiness #AfricaToday #wrldorg