Bloomberg News reports that Glencore is in talks with Kamoto Copper Co to sell its stake.
Bloomberg News reported that Glencore, a miner and trader, has been in discussions about selling its controlling stake in an entity that runs a large copper and cobalt operation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The news comes just a month after Glencore - the second largest cobalt mining company…
Strathcona Waterous is confident in MEG Energy's response to the sweetened offer
The Strathcona Resources executive chair is confident that his sweetened bid to purchase MEG Energy, which is expected to be made by Monday, will win a heated bidding battle. Calgary-based MEG Energy said that it would respond to Strathcona's revised offer made earlier in the week for the acquisition of the company.
Bloomberg News CEO: Cenovus is 'closing doors' on a higher bid for MEG Energy
Cenovus Energy, Canada, does not intend to increase its bid for MEG Energy, an oil sands producer, despite Strathcona Resources' higher offer, according to its CEO Jon McKenzie, who spoke with Bloomberg News on Tuesday. MEG shares fell by 2%, to C$28.54. Cenovus shares rose more than 3 % to C$23.28.
India to Continue Buying Russian Oil Despite US Tariffs
India will continue to buy Russian oil as it proves economical, its finance minister said on Friday, despite the Trump administration's decision to impose heavy import tariffs on Indian goods due, in part, to its energy purchases from Moscow.As Europe and the U.S. have shunned Russian oil over Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine…
China solar stocks rise on hope of a turnaround
China solar stocks rose in Friday's trading after a polysilicon manufacturer said that the industry has reached its bottom. Regulators also called for additional measures to increase sector revenue. Silicon wafers, which convert sunlight into electricity, are made from polysilicon. The government campaign…
After staff cuts, US Energy Data Agency delays reports on uranium and international outlook
Energy Statistics, the U.S. Government's arm that collects and analyzes data about energy, has seen its staff reduced this year. On Thursday, it announced it would delay publishing important energy data, including international outlook, as well as key energy information on uranium. An Energy Information…
Bloomberg News: EQT and NextDecade are in discussions for LNG supply
Bloomberg News reported Wednesday that EQT Corp was in discussions to purchase liquefied gas from NextDecade’s export terminal in Texas. The report was based on people who are familiar with the situation. The report stated that under the terms of a potential deal, EQT will load super-chilled gas from Rio Grande LNG's export facility.
Bloomberg News reports that Orsted, the energy firm, is considering a rights issue of up to 5 billion Euros.
Bloomberg News, citing sources familiar with the situation, reported Friday that Orsted, a Danish energy company, is looking to raise up to 5 billion euros ($5.83billion) through a rights offer in order for it consolidate its finances. If Orsted decides proceed, then the fundraising plan may be announced within the next few weeks.
French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch
Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. French insurer Axa nears 1 billion euros deal for Italy's Prima Assicurazioni, Bloomberg reports. Banijay Group French production media company reported H1 revenues up 6.1% at EUR 2,21 billion, and confirmed its guidance for 2025.
Equinor writes down $955 million in US offshore wind costs, blaming Trump
Equinor, of Norway, booked a $955-million impairment on a project for offshore wind in the United States on Wednesday. The company cited U.S. tariffs as well as the uncertain regulatory environment in the United States under President Donald Trump. On Trump's first official day in office, in January, he cancelled all offshore wind leases.
Mexico announces debt sales to strengthen Pemex's struggling finances
The Mexican finance ministry announced a new operation Tuesday to strengthen the finances of Petroleos Mexicanos, the heavily indebted energy company owned by the government. The ministry stated in a press release that the operation will consist of issuing pre-capitalized note financing instruments, but the operation won't constitute a guarantee to the company.
Energy, mining shares drag TSX lower
Canada's benchmark stock index dipped on Wednesday as investors assessed updates related to tariffs and important U.S. inflation statistics. The S&P/TSX Composite index fell 0.1% to 27,027.81. As part of a new agreement, U.S. president Donald Trump announced that a 19% duty would be placed on Indonesian products.
EDF Weighs Stake Sales in North American, Brazil
France's EDF is weighing options to bring in capital to both its North American and Brazilian renewables businesses, a company spokesperson said on Wednesday, which could include stake sales of as much as 50%.The comments followed a report by Bloomberg News citing people familiar with the matter as saying…
Executive of Malaysian energy company Petronas says that the company has no plans to leave Canada
The CEO of Petronas' Canadian subsidiary, who spoke on Tuesday, said that the Malaysian company has no plans to abandon Canada. He added that the company was committed to exporting LNG off Canada's West Coast for decades. Petronas Canada's CEO Mark Fitzgerald said that the rumor of Petronas leaving Canada…
Japan will send a senior official for the Alaska energy conference
Yoji Muto, Japan's Economy, Trade and Industry minister, said on Friday a senior official would attend a conference in Alaska next week, at which the $44 billion Alaska LNG Project is expected to come up for discussion. Muto announced that Takehiko Matsuo will be the Vice-Minister of International Affairs for the Ministry.
Oil prices drop for the first time since April due to OPEC+ production increase prospects
The oil price dropped for a 4th consecutive session on the Friday, and was set to experience their first weekly drop in three weeks. This was due to renewed pressure from supply, resulting from a possible OPEC+ production increase in July. Brent futures dropped 31 cents or 0.5% to $64.13 per barrel at 0412 GMT. U.S.
Bloomberg reports that Mercuria is betting big on aluminum in a peace agreement with Russia.
Bloomberg News reported Thursday that Mercuria Energy Group had built up a large aluminum position at the London Metal Exchange. The company was betting on a tightening of the market if sanctions were eased against Moscow. Bloomberg reported that Mercuria has contracts for more than 1 million tons aluminum, which is several times what's currently available on the LME.
Bloomberg News reports that Shell is evaluating the merits of acquiring BP.
Bloomberg News, citing sources familiar with the situation, reported that Shell Plc has been working with advisers on evaluating a possible acquisition of BP Plc. However, it is still waiting for further declines in oil and stock prices before deciding if it will pursue a bid. Reports said that the oil…
Bloomberg reports that the US-China trade dispute has stalled Bunge's $34 Billion Viterra merger.
Bloomberg News, citing sources familiar with the situation, reported that the trade tensions between China and the United States are preventing Bunge Global from completing its $34 billion merger. We are at the final stages of regulatory approval. Bunge said in an email that it was grateful for the constructive…
Elliott builds $1.5-billion stake in Hewlett Packard Enterprise
A person with knowledge of the matter confirmed on Tuesday that hedge fund Elliott Investment Management had built up a stake in Hewlett Packard Enterprise worth more than $1.5 Billion. Elliott, one the world's largest activist investors, is now among the biggest investors in the company and plans to engage the management…