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Commodities news — October 12, 2026

Publications tagged with Commodities published on October 12, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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Society Commodities Platforms Hardware
Oct 12, 2026, 19:16 UTC
Albert Heijn Supermarkets Disrupted by Cyber Incident, Risk of Empty Shelves
Albert Heijn supermarkets are facing disruptions due to a cybersecurity incident that began on Sunday. Multiple distribution centers have been shut down, leading to potential empty shelves in stores. Prices may be displayed incorrectly, and online ordering and delivery services are unavailable. The cause of the incident is still under investigation.
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World Europe Commodities
Oct 12, 2026, 10:35 UTC
Europe Faces Diesel Shortage and High Prices Amid Middle East Conflict
Europe is grappling with a diesel shortage and record-high prices due to the war in the Middle East, leading to the closure of refineries and increased dependence on imports. The European Commission aims to reduce this dependence through a 'strategic dialogue' about European refineries. The Netherlands, a major hub for fuel production, is struggling to balance the need for short-term production with the transition to sustainable alternatives. Meanwhile, the G7 countries agreed to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil onto the market over the next four months to ease the situation.
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