Keywords: Energy prices


European Central Bank official warns of early stagflation signals in eurozone

European Central Bank policymaker Olli Rehn has warned that recent economic data point to early signs of stagflation in the eurozone, linking weak growth and rising inflation to energy shocks driven by geopolitical tensions. Speaking in Helsinki, Rehn said the latest indicators suggest the eurozone......

Fuel allowance simulator launched to help commuters check eligibility

France has launched an online simulator allowing workers to check whether they are eligible for a new fuel allowance designed to support low-income commuters who travel long distances for work. The initiative, announced by the government and confirmed through an official decree published in the national......

Japanese investors turn to selling foreign stocks amid rising energy costs

Japan’s investors became net sellers of foreign stocks in April, marking the first monthly decline in four months as rising energy costs and inflation concerns weighed on global market sentiment. The shift in investment behavior reflects growing caution among Japanese market participants amid......

Morocco forecasts growth above 5.3% despite global energy pressures

Fouzi Lekjaa said Morocco’s economy continues to demonstrate resilience despite mounting international instability and rising energy prices, as the government projects economic growth above 5.3% in 2026. Speaking before the House of Councillors in Casablanca, the minister said the first four months......

Norway raises oil and gas revenue forecast to $78 billion for 2026 amid rising energy prices

Norway’s government has significantly upgraded its forecast for oil and gas revenues in 2026, expecting the state to earn around 721.1 billion Norwegian crowns (approximately $78.7 billion), driven by rising global energy prices linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions. The revised estimate marks......

Whirlpool shares plunge after weak revenue and dividend suspension

Shares of Whirlpool Corporation fell sharply on Thursday, reaching their lowest level in more than 14 years, after the company reported weaker-than-expected first-quarter revenue and announced the suspension of its dividend. The decline reflects growing pressure on consumer-facing industries as households......

ECB wage tracker signals stable eurozone wage growth amid inflation concerns

Wage growth in the eurozone remains broadly stable, according to the latest data from the European Central Bank (ECB), which showed little change in negotiated salary trends since the start of the conflict involving Iran. The ECB wage tracker indicated that negotiated wage growth is expected to remain......

France expects inflation to return to target by 2027–2028

France is expected to experience a rise in inflation in the short term before returning to more stable levels later in the decade, according to François Villeroy de Galhau, head of the Banque de France. Speaking during recent economic discussions, Villeroy indicated that inflation could fluctuate......

ECB policymaker says eurozone recession concerns are “real and justified”

A senior European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker has warned that concerns about a possible recession in the eurozone are “real and justified,” citing growing geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty linked to the conflict in the Middle East. Yannis Stournaras, Governor of the Bank......