Gazprom chief: Europe is still at risk of gas shortages this winter October 12, 2022 Europe should watch out for a cold freeze this winter and supply shortages, warned the head of Gazprom.
FTSE 100 today: London markets set for cautious open as U.S. inflation data looms large March 12, 2024 Asian stocks surged, and Oracle's shares soared over 14%. Bitcoin also broke records, surpassing $72,000. Market focus now shifts to forthcoming UK employment data and US inflation figures for key insights into economic trends.
OPEC warns of global supply shock if EU sanctions Russian oil April 12, 2022 OPEC has warned the European Union sanctions on Russian fossil fuels could create one of the worst global oil supply shocks in history.
Online platforms could have ‘legal obligation’ to fight state disinformation as part of amendment to Online Safety Bill July 4, 2022 Online platforms now have the legal obligation to take “proactive, preventative action” against any state-sponsored disinformation, under a new government amendment. The change will link the National Security Bill and the Online Safety Bill by adding a new Foreign Interference Offence to the list of priority offences within the new internet safety rules. “We cannot [...]
The Notebook: Victoria Scholar on the ever-changing appetites of retail investors November 23, 2023 Where the City’s big thinkers get things off their chest. Today, it’s Victoria Scholar, head of investment at Interactive Investor analysing retail investors' appetites.
Half of UK households call on government and energy industry to do more to ease rising energy bills January 19, 2022 50 per cent of energy bill payers believe support from the government and energy industry has been inadequate during the current crisis.
Five areas of tech which will dominate 2024: From climate to blockchain December 23, 2023 Investors will also be closely watching government regulation against the misuse of AI.
HSBC and L&G demand “higher transparency” from Glencore on coal use January 5, 2023 Legal and General and HSBC are among a group of top investors to round on mining giant Glencore this morning, demanding explanation of how its coal production aligns with United Nations climate targets.
Strict EV targets risk increasing reliance on China, ex-Britishvolt boss warns October 17, 2023 Europe risks depending on China to meet its needs for EVs unless it waters down its targets, one of the founders of Britishvolt has warned.
Market insights: Five forces impacting FTSE 100 today March 11, 2024 Asian markets stumbled while China celebrated its exit from deflation with rising consumer prices. Bitcoin briefly soared to $70,000, attracting global attention. Investors are now closely monitoring the UK GDP and U.S. inflation reports, pivotal factors influencing global economic trends.