Keywords: Energy sector


Italgas posts 25% increase in first-half earnings after 2i Rete Gas acquisition

Italgas, Europe's largest gas distribution company, reported a strong financial performance in the first half of 2026, with core earnings rising by 25% year-on-year as the group benefited from operational improvements following its acquisition of rival 2i Rete Gas. The Italian energy infrastructure......

Eurozone industrial production unexpectedly declines in May

Industrial production in the eurozone unexpectedly declined in May, according to newly released official data, signaling continued challenges for the region's manufacturing sector despite resilience in some industries. Industrial output fell by 0.2% compared with the previous month, marking the......

UK’s FTSE 100 edges lower as Middle East tensions weigh on investor sentiment

London’s stock market moved slightly lower on Wednesday as renewed concerns over geopolitical tensions in the Middle East encouraged investors to adopt a cautious stance. The decline was mainly driven by weakness in mining companies, which offset gains recorded by energy stocks benefiting from......

Trump clean energy policies trigger $83 billion setback in U.S. projects

The shift in United States energy policy under President Donald Trump’s second administration is reshaping the country’s clean energy landscape, with a new report estimating that nearly $83 billion in planned investments have been delayed or canceled. The review highlights the growing uncertainty......

Venezuela says oil production remains stable despite deadly earthquakes

Venezuela has confirmed that its oil industry continues to operate normally despite the devastating twin earthquakes that struck the country, causing widespread destruction and claiming more than 4,500 lives. Speaking during a televised meeting with business leaders, acting President Delcy Rodríguez......

Ferguson to acquire FloWorks in $1.6 billion deal to expand industrial products business

Ferguson Enterprises has agreed to acquire industrial distributor FloWorks from private equity firm Wynnchurch Capital in a transaction valued at approximately $1.6 billion, reinforcing its strategy to expand beyond traditional construction markets and deepen its presence in industrial distribution. The......

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi seeks major US energy investment during Washington visit

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is expected to use his first official visit to Washington to pursue major investment agreements with American companies, as Baghdad seeks to rebuild its energy sector and strengthen economic resilience after the recent regional conflict with Iran. The visit, scheduled......

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to visit Washington as oil and gas agreements take center stage

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will travel to Washington on Monday at the head of an official delegation, with energy cooperation and potential oil and gas agreements expected to dominate discussions between the two countries. The visit follows an official invitation and comes as Iraq seeks to attract......

Global carbon emissions rise 1.1% in 2025 as U.S. drives increase

Global carbon dioxide emissions from the energy sector increased by 1.1% in 2025, highlighting the ongoing challenges facing the global energy transition despite continued investment in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies. According to a joint report released by the Energy Institute, Ember,......