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August 3rd - According to the Financial Times, British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has been exploring a merger with its US rival Bristol-Myers Squibb, which would create one of the worlds largest pharmaceutical groups with a market capitalization of nearly $400 billion. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that the two companies have been in talks regarding the merger for several months, and negotiations may reach an agreement soon, but there is also a possibility of delays or a breakdown. AstraZeneca is the UKs second-largest listed company by market capitalization, at approximately £196 billion, while Bristol-Myers Squibb has a market capitalization of approximately $133 billion. If the deal is completed, it will be one of the largest corporate mergers and acquisitions in history. This transaction would further accelerate the British pharmaceutical giants strategic shift towards the US market.August 3rd - Sources familiar with the matter revealed that Italian company Prysmian is in advanced talks to acquire US electrical manufacturer Atkore. Prysmian is finalizing preparations for an all-cash acquisition, which could be announced in the coming days. Sources indicated that despite the advanced stage of negotiations, the deal could still be delayed or ultimately fall through. Atkores stock has risen approximately 15% this year in New York, with a market capitalization of around $2.5 billion. Prysmians stock has risen more than a third this year, with a market capitalization of approximately €36.3 billion (about $41.8 billion).The Saudi Arabian and Iranian foreign ministers spoke by phone to discuss diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.The China Earthquake Networks Center automatically determined that an earthquake of approximately magnitude 4.9 occurred near Gao County, Yibin City, Sichuan Province (28.55°N, 104.67°E) at 02:21 on August 3. The final result is subject to the official rapid report.According to Israels Channel 12: Sources say that despite Trumps statement, the Israel Defense Forces remain on high alert today, believing that Iran may create unexpected situations.