BASF (BAS GY) has agreed to sell its silicates units, terms undisclosed

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Pakistani Army Chief may visit Iran tomorrow to announce achievement of final draft of agreement text; The next round of negotiations will be held in Islamabad after the Hajj season (25th to 30th May), Al Hadath reports

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BoE's Breeden says data is showing slack in the labour market

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BASF (BAS GY) has agreed to sell its silicates units, terms undisclosed

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US ambassador to the EU says encouraged by progress on the EU trade deal, will review all details

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Vox Brasil survey shows Incumbent Lula at 41.5% vs Bolsonaro at 32.1% in the first round; Lula leads runoff 46.8%-38.1%

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