Industry

Egypt's Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inspected the trial operation of the 430-bed Triple University Hospital in Minya on Saturday, as part of a broader tour of industrial, housing, and infrastructure projects in the governorate. The visit emphasized monitoring initiatives under the 'Haya Karima' program to ensure they serve local citizens.

January 30, 2026 Reported by AI

The awarding of Indian pipes for Vaca Muerta to a cheaper bid than Techint's has strained relations between Paolo Rocca and Javier Milei's government. The president accused the businessman of high prices and called him 'Don Chatarrín de los tubitos caros'. This divides the business elite, with the UIA seeking to calm tensions while some celebrate the competition.

Deputy Prime Minister Kamel Al-Wazir chaired a ministerial meeting that approved three new licences for cement factories, alongside two industrial projects in the Suez Canal Economic Zone worth $1.29bn. The decisions aim to boost production capacity, meet domestic demand, and prepare for regional reconstruction efforts. The projects are set to enter commercial production within one year.

January 19, 2026 Reported by AI

Argentina's industrial capacity utilization dropped to 57.7% in November 2025, the lowest since March, according to INDEC data. The textile sector plummeted to a historic 29.2%, with business owners warning of mass closures and job losses due to trade openness and lack of internal demand.

Building on premiere confirmations, HBO and BBC's Industry season 4 unveils its complete cast ahead of the January 12, 2026, launch. Returning stars like Myha'la, Marisa Abela, and Ken Leung navigate post-Pierpoint dramas, joined by high-profile additions from Stranger Things and The Handmaid's Tale. Harry Lawtey exits as Robert Spearing.

January 09, 2026 Reported by AI

Production costs in Colombia's industry fell 2.63% at the end of 2025 compared to 2024, according to the Producer Price Index (IPP) report from Dane. The Ministry of Hacienda highlighted this drop as a sign of relief for inflation, driven by moderation in external raw material prices and imported goods. The mining and quarrying sector led with a -19.91% decline.