Raychaudhuri: Indian equities are a bright spot in the market.
Indian stocks, once the darlings of global investors have been underperforming other emerging markets in the past year due to?trade tensions and falling earnings estimates, while high valuations also dulled their shine. Changing domestic and geopolitical tendencies may attract global investors again.
Iberdrola's earnings are higher after the network business boosts results for 2025
Iberdrola, Europe's largest utility, expects its business of building and updating?power?networks in Britain and America to boost earnings this year, after it drove a 10% increase in 2025 adjusted Net Profit. The Spanish company will benefit from its strategic shift…
The US AI boom is facing an electric shock
The race for artificial intelligence dominance by Big Tech may hit a snag soon as U.S. power grids struggle to keep up with hyperscalers who spend a lot of money. Microsoft, Amazon Alphabet, and Meta are among the technology giants in America that have announced in recent months plans to spend over $600 billion in AI by 2026.
Statkraft and OX2 battery deal in Finland to smooth out wind power volatility
Statkraft, the Norwegian state-owned utility, announced on Wednesday that it had signed an agreement for power purchase (PPA) to buy two battery energy systems (BESS), developed by Sweden's OX2 and installed in Finland where wind power has been expanding rapidly. Batteries…
In mid-2026, Inpex will invite bids for the construction of Indonesia's Abadi Liquefied natural gas project.
Inpex, a Japanese oil and natural gas exploration company, said that it would begin the engineering tender for its Abadi project in Indonesia by the middle of this year. Jakarta has pledged to eliminate 'bureaucratic snags' in order to expedite development on the $21 billion project.
Trump's tariff reversal may reduce costs for US energy companies, but it will likely not affect broader flows.
Although the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn trade tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed last year could ease costs for certain?oil drillers and producers, analysts and experts said that energy flows in general would?remain unchanged for now. The ruling…
Caturus to purchase some South Texas assets from SM Energy for $950 Million
SM Energy, a U.S. oil and gas company, announced?on Wednesday that it would sell selected assets in South Texas for $950 millions?in order to reduce its debt and bolster its capital structure. SM Energy shares increased 4.8% during afternoon trading on the back of a rise in crude oil prices.
Europe's STOXX 600 closes on record high due to earnings boost. ECB shifts focus
Investors assessed corporate earnings and reports about a possible leadership change at the European Central Bank. All major regional benchmarks finished in positive territory. The pan-European Index closed 1.2% higher at 628.69. The defence sector rose 2.9%. BAE Systems added about 4%…
Mississippi holds hearings on xAI Data Center amid Environmental Lawsuit Threat
Mississippi regulators are hosting a public meeting on Tuesday to discuss plans xAI, owned by Elon Musk, has made to build a gas fired power plant?to run its Colossus II Data Center. The company is facing a 'lawsuit threat from the 'NAACP accusing them of violating…
Chevron and a consortium of companies sign contracts for gas exploration offshore Greece
On Monday, a consortium led by U.S. oil giant Chevron signed exclusive lease agreements to search for natural gas in southern Greece. This agreement expands the United States presence in the Eastern Mediterranean. The deal will double the amount of Greek marine acreage that is available for exploration.
Can Africa win the mineral race between China and the West? Russell
Two rail projects worth billions of dollars are underway in Africa. One project was aimed westward, and the other eastward. The one backed by Western nations, the other by China. Both aim to ship huge quantities of vital minerals. Welcome to the new race for Africa.
Can Africa win the mineral race between China and the West? Russell
Two rail projects worth billions of dollars in Africa. One project was aimed west and the other east. The one backed by Western nations, and the other by China. Both aim to ship huge quantities of critical minerals. Welcome to the new race for Africa. It is estimated…
MVM purchases 10% of BP's Shafag Solar Project
The oil giant announced Wednesday that it had sold a 10% share in its Shafag Solar?project? in 'Azerbaijan? to MVM Energetika Zrt of Hungary. BP?said that BP owns 40.01 % of the project. SOCAR owns 39.99% and MVM and Azerbaijan?Development?Fund each own 10 %. BP announced the news a day before…
What can oil prices tell you about the market? Not a lot: Bousso
The global oil market is experiencing a series of price spikes due to geopolitical tensions and the opaque stockpiling. Western sanctions and tightening Western sanction are also causing traders to be in the dark. Prices may not accurately reflect the physical fundamentals…
Maguire: China tightens its grip on clean tech with growing exports of EVs.
China's position as the world leader in clean technology is best illustrated by its EV exports. These will reach nearly $70 billion dollars in 2025, and span over 150 countries. Electric vehicles are a major part of China's manufacturing industry, and millions of people work in the various supply chains that support?clean cars?
Maguire: China tightens its grip on clean tech with EV export growth.
China's position as a global leader in clean technology is best illustrated by its massive EV exports. These will reach nearly $70 billion dollars in 2025, and span well?over 150 different countries and territories. Electric vehicles are a major part of China's manufacturing industry…
Siemens Energy CEO: spin-off wind business idea is valid, but first turnaround must be achieved
Siemens Energy CEO, said on Tuesday that it is reasonable for activist investors Ananym Capital?to push?for the spin-off of a loss-making division of wind turbines?of the firm. Ananym, a U.S. company, said it took a stake in Siemens Energy in December and asked the management to review its wind division, Siemens Gamesa.
Chevron beats Q4 profit estimate, eyes Venezuela investment opportunities
Chevron's profits for the fourth quarter fell, but were still higher than expected. The company focused on cutting costs to make its operations more efficient in order to compete with lower crude oil prices through 2025. Chevron is the only U.S. oil producer currently operating in Venezuela.
Chevron beats Q4 profit estimate, eyes Venezuela investment opportunities
Chevron's profits for the fourth quarter fell, but were still higher than expected. The company focused on cutting costs to make its operations more efficient in order to compete with lower oil prices through 2025. Only U.S. oil producer currently operating in Venezuela, and in the spotlight of geopolitics after the 'U.S.
Chevron beats Q4 profit estimate, eyes Venezuela investment opportunities
Chevron's profits for the fourth quarter fell, but were still higher than expected. The company focused on reducing costs and improving its efficiency to "contain" lower crude oil prices through 2025. Chevron, the only U.S. producer of oil currently operating in Venezuela is now in the spotlight due to the U.S.