Cambodian solar firms not cooperating in US tariff probe
Documents filed with the Department of Commerce indicate that two Cambodian solar companies have decided to stop cooperating with an investigation by the U.S. Commerce Department into accusations they were flooding the market with panels at prices below their cost of manufacture.
US lawmakers question the SLB of oil service companies' exemption from Russian sanctions
Dozens U.S. Both political parties sent representatives to urge the Biden administration on strengthening sanctions against Russian oil shipments. They also questioned the exception granted to SLB, the largest oilfield service company in the world to operate within the country.
Oil prices rise, recovering some of the 7% drop from last week
The oil prices increased on Monday as the Middle East conflict continued and markets were worried about the supply of crude from the region. Brent crude futures rose 58 cents or 0.79% to $73.63 per barrel at 11:02 am ET. ET (15:02 GMT). U.S.
Cambodia will increase its power import capacity to over 50% within the next two years
Keo Rottanak, the energy minister of Cambodia, said that it plans to import more than 600 megawatts (MW), or clean power, from Laos and Thailand. This will increase its contracted import capacity over 50%. In 2026, the Southeast…
VEGOILS - Boost exports on the back of positive estimates and weak output
Malaysian palm oil futures ended up higher on Monday after two sessions of losses. Supported by higher export estimates, and expected seasonal palm production decreases, the prices rose. The benchmark contract for palm oil delivery…
Citgo creditors attack Elliott bid in auction, seeking rival offers
Creditors of the company said that the key terms of an agreement proposed by a U.S. court with a hedge fund to control Venezuelan oil refiner Citgo Petroleum would lock in its low-ball offer. The reaction to Elliott Investment Management’s Amber Energy…
After a 7% drop in a week, oil prices are on the rise again
The oil prices rose in Asian trading Monday after a drop of more than 7% last week due to concerns over demand in China, which is the world's largest oil importer. Also, there were fewer worries about possible supply disruptions in Middle East.
Palm gains from better export estimates and expectations of low output
After two sessions of declines, Malaysian palm oil futures eked out a slight gain on Monday, backed by increased export estimates and expected seasonal palm production decreases. The benchmark contract for palm oil delivery in…
Tanzania builds grid interconnector to Zambia to mitigate power crisis
Tanzania's vice prime minister announced at the Singapore International Energy Week on Monday that Tanzania will build a grid-interconnector with Zambia in order to assist in reducing a power crisis caused by a drought. "We already…
Oil prices stable after 7% drop in a week
Early trading on Monday saw oil prices stabilize after a drop of more than 7% last week due to concerns over demand in China, which is the world's largest oil importer. Also, there were fewer worries about possible supply disruptions in Middle East.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq close at record highs after Netflix earnings, tech stocks and other factors.
The S&P 500, Nasdaq and other technology stocks ended the day higher Friday. This was largely due to a surge in Netflix stock shares fueled by earnings and wider gains amongst technology stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed largely unchanged…
S&P, Nasdaq boosted by tech stocks. Netflix soars following results
S&P 500, Nasdaq and other technology stocks all gained on Friday. This was due to a surge in Netflix stock shares fueled by earnings and wider gains amongst technology stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, which had just posted a record-breaking closing high the day before…
Baker Hughes: US drillers have cut oil and gas rigs four times in the last five weeks.
Baker Hughes, a leading energy services company, said that the U.S. oil and gas companies have cut back on the number of oil rigs for the fourth consecutive week. In the week ending October 18, the oil and gas rig counts, which is an early indicator of future production…
Cuba closes schools and non-essential industries as millions of people go without electricity
Cuba's communist government closed schools, non-essential industries and sent home most government employees on Friday to conserve energy and stop blackouts which now last more than 12 hours per day for millions across the island.
Prices of gas in Europe are falling due to a weaker demand and stronger forecast winds
Dutch and British wholesale price fell slightly on Friday morning due to continued high temperatures, lower demand and the expectation of higher wind output. LSEG data shows that the benchmark front-month contract for the Dutch…
Sources say RPT-BP is considering selling a minority stake in the offshore wind business.
Four sources familiar with the matter have confirmed that BP may sell a minority stake of its offshore wind division. This is the latest move by CEO Murray Auchincloss in his efforts to reduce the company's focus towards renewables.
Export data for Malaysia 2025 shows palm oil prices falling on the back of profit-taking.
Profit-taking led to a reversal of gains in the Malaysian palm oil futures on Friday, although traders are expecting the market to be supported by the announcement of the Malaysian budget for 2025 and the export data. The benchmark…
ADM accused for misconduct and lack of safety inspections following explosion that injured US worker
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co intentionally failed to test and maintain safety systems on its grain equipment for years, which contributed to an explosion that immolated a worker and put him in a coma last year, according to a lawsuit filed against the company.
US approves major geothermal projects on public land and seeks to support others
The Biden Administration announced on Thursday measures to expand geothermal power on U.S. Public Lands, including the approval of a large project located in Utah and steps to accelerate permits for discovering new resources.
After Nevada lithium deal GM looks for other sources of minerals to supply EVs
General Motors plans to increase its North American investment in lithium and other minerals that are used in the production of electric vehicles, after increasing its investment to almost $1 billion in a Nevada mining operation earlier this week. The U.S.
