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Oil Edges to 2-Week High on Ukraine News

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Oil prices edged up about 1% to a two-week high on Friday as the intensifying war in Ukraine this week boosted the market's geopolitical risk premium.Brent futures rose 66 cents…

Kremlin claims new U.S. Sanctions are an attempt by the U.S. to halt Russian gas exports

The Kremlin said on Friday that the new U.S. Sanctions on Russia's Gazprombank are an attempt by Washington, to hinder the Russian gas export. However, a solution will be found.

Oil Steadies as Sverdrup Restart eases Geopolitical Jitters

Oil Price Graphic (c) Tensorspark / Adobestock

Oil prices traded steady on Tuesday as Norway's Johan Sverdrup oilfield restarted production and there were reports of Iran offering to cap its uranium stockpile…

Sovcomflot's revenue drop blamed on Western sanctions

Sovcomflot, the largest Russian tanker company, said that Western sanctions against Russian oil tankers are affecting its financial performance. It reported a decline in revenues and earnings.

The pledge of financing by the Development Bank gives COP29 an early boost

COP29 negotiators have welcomed a commitment by major development bank to increase funding for poor and middle-income nations struggling to combat global warming.

After Trump's win, U.S. Governors have pledged to continue climate action.

After Donald Trump's election this week, Democratic Governors of Two U.S. States pledged to continue building programs on renewable energies and curbing climate changes.

Holiday schedule for US economic and other data

Veterans Day, a federal holiday, will impact the release of major economic, energy, and commodities reports that originated from Washington or were filed there during the week of November 10.

US Extends Protections for CITGO to March 2025

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The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday extended a license protecting Venezuela-owned Citgo Petroleum from bondholders to March 2025, a key decision amid a seven…

Chinese solar firms are ever-nimble and go to places where US tariffs do not reach

The U.S. tariffs on Vietnam and three other Southeast Asian nations have prompted some of the largest Chinese-owned factories to cut production and lay off workers.

Official: China hopes US climate collaboration will continue whoever wins the election

A senior official in the Chinese government said that China hoped the United States would be able continue to work with other countries to combat climate change…

US Offshore Wind Execs Fret Possible Trump Victory

The U.S. Offshore Wind Developers put on a brave front at a conference in Washington this week. They praised their ability to work together with leaders of both political parties.

What are the differences between Trump and Harris' energy policies?

Both Donald Trump, a Republican, and Kamala Harrias are Democrats. They both want to increase production while keeping prices low for consumers. The main difference…

Sources say that Brazil is aiming to attract foreign investment through a green development platform.

Brazil will launch a new platform on Wednesday to attract more foreign investment into sustainable development. The platform will highlight $8 billion worth of promising private sector projects…

US Closes $861 Million Loan Guarantee for Solar, Energy Storage in Puerto Rico

The U.S. Energy Department announced on Tuesday that it had closed a $861 million loan to finance the construction in Puerto Rico of two photovoltaic solar farms and two batteries storage systems.

Prices of gas in Europe are lower due to profit-taking and lower demand

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas were lower on Tuesday morning due to profit-taking and after media reports that Israel was willing not strike Iranian oil targets.

Maguire: Slow rollout of charge points could stall US EV sales momentum

The United States has seen a 140% increase in electric vehicle sales since 2023. However, further growth could be hindered if public charging stations are not rolled…

EUROPE GAS - Prices range amid geopolitical risks and strong inventories

The Dutch and British wholesale prices of gas were not much changed on Wednesday. They traded in a narrow range amid high storage inventories, mild weather and geopolitical tensions.

Maguire: Slow rollout of charge points could stall US EV sales momentum

The United States has seen a 140% increase in electric vehicle sales since 2023. However, further growth could be hindered if public charging stations are not rolled…

Shares of US energy companies rise as Middle East crisis fuels supply concerns

The shares of U.S. Energy companies rose in premarket trading on Wednesday. This was due to the rise in oil prices, which was a result of concerns about a possible…

Natural gas producers ask Harris for answers on the battleground state

Drillers from Pennsylvania, an energy-rich state, called on Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris this week to explain her stance on natural gas. The energy…