14 workers injured in an explosion and fire at BASF's plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany.

14 workers injured in an explosion and fire at BASF's plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany, but the blaze has since been extinguished. The explosion occurred in the southern section of the chemical giant's headquarters, causing slightly elevated levels of hydrocarbons in the area. However, there was no threat to the public, and production impact remains unclear. BASF shares dipped 2% after the news.