US regulator says Toyota seat fault could reduce protection in some frontal crashes

Toyota recalls 228,367 US Sienna Hybrids, safety regulator says

Toyota’s recall covers 228,367 US Sienna Hybrids, the federal vehicle-safety regulator says. The fault could prevent seats from properly restraining occupants in certain frontal crashes; affected vehicles will receive a free repair suited to their configuration.

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Anthropic files for Nasdaq listing after $80bn-plus first-half loss

Anthropic filed for a Nasdaq listing on 26 October after an $80.7 billion first-half net loss. Fortune’s 27 October account puts adjusted operating income at about $1.6 billion, operating cash flow at $3.93 billion and free cash flow near $3.5 billion—different measures for investors to assess before the proposed offering.

Kazakhstan’s president launched Aktogay smelter work on October 20

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev launched Aktogay smelter work on October 20, 2026. The presidential office projects annual output of 300,000 tons of refined copper and first production in 2030, while engineering partner NFC says signing the full construction contract remains uncertain.

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PlayPower abandons Burke acquisition after lawsuit, US regulator says

PlayPower and owner Platinum Equity have abandoned the Burke acquisition, the US Federal Trade Commission confirmed on 27 October. The decision preserves competition between the playground-equipment makers; the regulator predicts lower prices and better quality for buyers.

Armenia’s education ministry says it ended Aghbyur camp contract

The ministry says it unilaterally terminated Lava Aghbyur’s contract and paid the organiser nothing. The AMD 32.5 million allocated for the camp was not a payment to the company.

Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to up to 60,000 employees

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to up to 60,000 eligible employees, not confirming that many departures. SiliconANGLE, citing Business Insider, says employees accepting the offer receive one week’s pay per six months of service at level 64 or below, or two weeks at levels 65–67, giving staff reported terms to weigh before deciding.

Armenia’s agricultural output falls 4.8% in first nine months of 2026

Armenia’s agricultural output fell 4.8% in January–September 2026 from a year earlier. The sector contracted while the country’s broader economic activity indicator rose 6.9% over the same period.

South Korea’s GDP grows 1% in third-quarter advance estimate

South Korea’s central bank estimates third-quarter growth of 1%, above its August forecast of 0.3%. The same release puts annual growth in real gross domestic income, a measure of purchasing power, at 18.8%, supported by rising semiconductor prices.

UK government plans tariff suspensions on more than 100 products

The UK government plans to suspend import tariffs on more than 100 products. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds estimates that the new measures and suspensions introduced in June would together save around £500 million a year, with the wider package due in the Budget on 28 October.

US beef imports reach 20% of temporary reduced-tariff allocation

US imports under the temporary tariff cut reached about 20% of the allocation by October 19. Economist Derrell Peel says cheaper imported trimmings do not necessarily lower supermarket prices because processors already buy the quantities they need. The import window is scheduled to remain open through November.

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US gasoline prices top $4.27 a gallon as diesel hits record highs

US gasoline prices exceeded $4.27 a gallon on 22 October, American Automobile Association figures showed, while diesel reached record highs. Fortune put the 26 October averages at $4.29 for regular gasoline and $6.35 for diesel, leaving drivers and freight operators paying substantially more than before the war.

Disruptive announces $10 billion fund for technology and defense

Disruptive announced a $10 billion fund whose investors commit without knowing which companies it will back. Founder Alex Davis says the dedicated fund should help the firm secure large investments, and expects to deploy the money over about 18 months.