Keywords: Energy market


China blocks US sanctions against five refineries

China’s Ministry of Commerce announced that it has taken legal measures to block sanctions imposed by the United States on five Chinese oil refineries, escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. According to official statements reported by state media, the decision aims......

Oil prices waver amid hopes for renewed US–Iran talks

Global oil prices showed mixed movements on Friday as markets reacted cautiously to renewed hopes of diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States. Brent crude, the international benchmark, recorded a slight increase, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) remained largely stable. The fluctuations......

US energy chief warns gas prices may remain above $3 per gallon until next year

Gas prices in the United States could remain above $3 per gallon well into next year, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright, who pointed to ongoing geopolitical tensions and market uncertainty as key factors influencing fuel costs. Speaking in a televised interview, Wright said that while prices......

European power prices drop below pre war levels on renewable surge

European electricity prices have fallen below levels seen before the Middle East conflict, driven by a combination of expanding renewable energy output and a sharp decline in natural gas prices. The drop accelerated after Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over energy......

Premier energy expands in Romania with major grid acquisition

European utility company Premier Energy has announced an agreement to acquire a major electricity distribution network in Romania from Macquarie Group in a deal valued at approximately $824 million. The transaction involves the purchase of assets linked to Evryo Group, including control over a key regional......

Equinor sells stake in solar firm Scatec for $169 million

Norwegian energy company Equinor has sold a significant portion of its stake in solar energy firm Scatec, in a deal valued at approximately $169 million. The transaction reflects ongoing adjustments within the global energy sector as companies reassess their investment strategies. The sale involved......

European energy stocks fall as oil prices drop after Iran ceasefire

European energy shares declined sharply following a significant drop in oil prices after a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran eased geopolitical tensions. Major companies including Equinor, BP, Shell, Eni, and TotalEnergies recorded notable losses as markets reacted to the sudden......

Opec+ considers output increase amid global supply disruptions

The oil-producing alliance OPEC+ is reportedly discussing a potential increase in oil output, even as ongoing geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt global energy markets. Sources indicate that member countries may agree to raise production levels in principle. However, analysts suggest that any......

MOL files complaint to EU over Croatian pipeline fees

Hungarian energy group MOL Group has lodged a complaint with the European Commission regarding the pricing policy of Croatian pipeline operator Jadranski Naftovod. The complaint concerns what the company describes as excessive transportation fees applied to crude oil shipments through the Adriatic pipeline......