Gas prices spike as Australian LNG workers vote for strike action August 21, 2023 Gas prices have risen across the continent this morning after labour unions in Australia announced plans to strike in less than two weeks/
Why we might need to take inflation positivity with a grain of salt August 15, 2023 Temple Melville is forecasting dark skies for world economies as Russia squeezes vital exports, meaning crypto needs a defined role.
Russia hikes rates to 12 per cent as ruble plummets to lowest level since Ukraine invasion August 15, 2023 Russia’s central bank has raised its key interest rate by 3.5% in a move designed to fight inflation and strengthen the ruble after the country’s currency reached its lowest value since early in the war with Ukraine. The decision to hike the key rate to 12% was announced after an emergency meeting of the bank’s [...]
LNG boom attracts Asian energy giants to London as Europe fights blackout threat August 6, 2023 Soaring demand for LNG in Europe has triggered a flurry of activity in London, with Asian energy companies looking to maximise booming trade.
Oil prices boosted by six weeks of gains as supplies tighten worldwide August 6, 2023 Oil markets will open trading on Monday having recorded six weeks of gains across both major benchmarks, as tightening supplies bolster prices.
Ukraine sea drones attack Russia port damaging ship as Kyiv fightback continues August 4, 2023 Ukrainian sea drones have attacked a major Russian port on the Black Sea, damaging a naval ship, according to a Ukrainian official. It is the latest in a series of strikes inside Russia as Kyiv vowed to bring the fight home to them. Moscow claimed it repelled the attack. The strike on Novorossiysk marks the [...]
Further North Sea exploration won’t lower bills, but it will limit green jobs August 4, 2023 More oil and gas in the North Sea is prioritising an industry which will mean, in the long term, bills are higher and we’re further away from self-reliance, writes Nigel Pocklington
Can the supermarkets ever overcome accusations of profiteering? July 28, 2023 Food producers are unwilling to pass on price drops as they battle oscillating and chaotic costs for supplies that they have little control over.
Income falls for Total Energies as refining profits slump July 27, 2023 French oil company TotalEnergies posted a drop in second-quarter net income on Thursday, reflecting lower natural gas prices,
The Seychelles holiday you need to book now July 24, 2023 The Seychelles is thriving. Adam Hay-Nicholls checks into a recent opening to find creative inspiration Seychellen luxury hotel Mango House will cause you to abandon your beach book and erect an easel. The charming staff have arranged for me not only a cold SeyBrew and towels, but a tray of acrylic paints. With the encouragement [...]