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Devon Energy to boost free cash flow by $1 billion by 2026

Devon Energy announced on Tuesday that it intends to increase its annual free cashflow by $1 billion by 2026. This sent its shares up by 3.5% in the premarket. This is what the U.S. oil-and-gas producer hopes to achieve by reducing costs for drilling and completion and improving operating margins. Devon is expecting to save $300,000,000 through capital efficiency.

Stocks of tech and bank companies plummet as China's retaliation fuels fears of a wider trade war

U.S. tech giants, banks, and oil majors all fell on Friday, after China responded to Trump's new tariffs by imposing steep duties. This heightened fears of an economic recession around the world. China has imposed additional duties of 34 percent on U.S. products, which will take effect on April 10. China also announced a ban on the export of certain rare-earths…

US tech and retail stocks lead the rout following Trump's tariff blow

Apple, Walmart and Nike are among the U.S. megacap tech companies that led to a global meltdown after President Donald Trump announced new tariffs. The fears about a cost spike across many industries were heightened by these new tariffs. The tariffs threaten to disrupt the global trade order and upset businesses.

Trump tariffs stymie M&As and IPOs during what was expected to be a record-breaking quarter

The global trade war started by U.S. president Donald Trump, and the subsequent market turmoil, has shattered bankers' expectations for a strong start to Wall Street deals in 2018. Dealogic data for the first quarter showed that mergers and purchases volume increased 12.6% from the year-ago period to $984.38 Billion.

M&A revenues fall as Trump pursues his tariffs. Global deal activity is disappointing

The global trade war started by U.S. president Donald Trump, and the subsequent market turmoil, has shattered bankers' expectations for a strong start to Wall Street deals in 2018. Dealogic data for the first quarter showed that mergers and purchases volume increased 12.6% from the year-ago period to $984.38 Billion.

Boeing, Apple and GE will join US business delegation to Vietnam next week list shows

A list of participants, including Boeing, Apple, and other top U.S. companies in tech, defence, and energy, will be joining a large mission to Vietnam, next week. This could be a sign of confidence, as Vietnam tries to avoid U.S. tariffs on trade. The US-ASEAN Business Council is an advocacy group that organizes the annual mission.

UK court orders Barrick to pay Hannam $2 Million for the Randgold merger

The High Court of London ruled that Barrick Gold Canada must pay British dealmaker Ian Hannam’s firm $2 Million plus expenses for the work he did on the acquisition by Randgold Resources. Hannam, a former top rainmaker at JPMorgan, was nicknamed "the king of mining" because of his track record in brokering deals for the resources sector.

Constellation skips first earnings call since spinoff

Constellation Energy, the U.S.'s largest nuclear power company, missed its quarterly investor call for the first since it went public three years ago. Constellation didn't immediately respond to an inquiry for comment. Analysts were surprised by the lack of a phone call. Constellation, based in Maryland, held a conference call with its management last month.

How Trump's tariffs could affect the commodity and energy sector

Donald Trump, the U.S. president, imposed duties on Canada and Mexico of 25% each and China a 10% tax on Saturday. He said the measures were necessary to fight illegal immigration and drug trafficking. Canada and Mexico immediately pledged retaliatory actions, while China announced it would challenge…

RBC is the latest Canadian lender in global climate coalition to withdraw.

A spokesperson for Royal Bank of Canada announced on Friday that the bank is leaving the global banking sector's climate coalition. This follows similar moves by its domestic banking counterparts. The Net-Zero Banking Alliance was established in 2021 by Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of Canada…

Oil prices fall as Trump reiterates his call for OPEC price cuts

Oil prices fell on Monday, after U.S. president Trump asked OPEC for a reduction in prices in response to his announcement that he would take a wide range of measures to increase U.S. oil production and gas output during his first week as president. Brent crude futures fell 53 cents or 0.68% to $77.97 per barrel at 0430 GMT, after closing up 21 cents Friday. U.S.

Trump calls for OPEC price reductions

The oil prices dropped more than 1% Monday, after U.S. president Trump asked OPEC for a price reduction following his announcement of sweeping measures to increase U.S. gas and oil production in his first weeks in office. Brent crude futures fell 87 cents or 1.11% to $77.63 per barrel at 0043 GMT, after closing up 21 cents Friday. U.S.

Oil Dips on Larger US Crude Draw, Russia Sanctions

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Oil prices fell back slightly on Thursday, a day after settling at multi-month highs on U.S. President Joe Biden's latest sanctions targeting Russia and a larger than forecast fall in U.S. crude stocks.Brent crude futures were down 12 cents, or 0.15%, to $81.91 per barrel at 1415 GMT, after rising 2.6% in the previous session to their highest since July 26.U.S.

Oilfield services provider Flowco raised $427 mln through its US IPO

Flowco Holdings announced on Wednesday that it had raised $427.2 Million after pricing its U.S. Initial Public Offering above its target range. Flowco set the price of its 17.8 million shares to $24 per share. The company advertised to list its stock between $21 and $23. The U.S. IPO Market has been revitalized by strong equity markets…

JPMorgan Upgrades YPF and Expects Further Growth for the Argentine Energy Sector

In a client note, JPMorgan analysts raised their rating of Argentine oil company YPF. They said that the energy sector in South America has more room to grow as part of its "economic transformation". The U.S. Investment Bank raised its YPF recommendations to "overweight" and from "neutral." It also more…

Oil services provider Flowco is seeking a valuation of up to $2 billion in its US IPO

Flowco Holdings, a provider of oilfield services in the United States said on Tuesday that it was seeking a valuation up to $2 billion for its initial public offer in the United States. The company is hoping to take advantage of last year's capital markets rebound. The company announced that it would sell 17,8 million shares in a range between $21 and $23 per share.

Brava Energia's shares surge on the potential sale of assets and oilfield resumption

The shares of Brazilian energy firm Brava Energia soared Friday after the company announced that it was in talks with banks about potential asset sales. The company also received approval from Brazil's oil regulator for the resumption of production at a major oilfield. Brava shares closed 10.6% higher than the benchmark Brazilian stock index Bovespa which fell 0.5%.

In 2025, the global diesel price will be supported by refinery closures

Analysts and traders said that the global diesel market would likely see a price boost in 2025 due to the closing of around 1% of the refining capacity. This will offset the current weakness of the market and the structural downward pressure caused by the shift towards cleaner fuels. Markets end 2024 in a shaky state, despite the peak season demand.

Sources say that Venture Global LNG is planning to raise $3 billion from its US IPO.

According to sources familiar with the situation, Venture Global LNG plans to raise up to $3 billion in its New York initial public offering. This could happen as early as this year. The people who spoke to Venture Global said that the company is in discussions with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and other banks about the listing plan.

British Business – Nov 11,

These are the most popular stories in the British business pages. These stories have not been verified and we cannot vouch for the accuracy of these reports. A government investigation into the dieselgate scandal has led to the suspicion that 47 car models from 20 different brands, manufactured by 11 different manufacturers, are more polluting than previously thought.

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