Warren Buffett’s path to investing glory
Warren Buffett is retiring as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, the legendary investor and former CEO. This marks the end of his executive duties with the company he helped turn into one of the largest conglomerates in the world. Buffett will be appointed chairman emeritus. This is an honorary title which does not include any decision-making responsibility.
OMV will continue with Austrian Hydrogen Project alone after Masdar's exit
Austrian oil-and-gas group OMV plans to continue its planned hydrogen project in Austria without its Abu Dhabi partner, after the state-owned renewable energy firm Masdar abruptly 'withdrew' from the venture. The partnership that was announced in November of last year has been reversed. Masdar was supposed to invest several hundred millions of euros.
EIB invests in first modular nuclear reactor
On?Tuesday it announced that the European Investment Bank was making its first investments?into small modular nuclear reactors as Europe raced to develop the next generation of nuclear energy technologies. The small modular reactor (SMR) is a new nuclear technology which has attracted the…
European Investment Bank lends Elia EUR1 Billion for Princess Elisabeth Energy Island
The European Investment Bank has granted a EUR1billion ($1.2billion) credit facility to Belgian electricity transmission network operator 'Elia' for its Princess Elisabeth Island energy project in North Sea. The artificial island will be located 45 km off the coast of Belgium. It is Elia's…
IG4 wants to know if you're interested in buying Brazil's Raizen before March 2027
Top executives at IG4 said on Monday that the firm is aiming to complete a potential purchase of a Brazilian sugar and ethanol manufacturer Raizen before March 2027. This will depend on whether or not creditors approve, they added. IG4, who recently acquired co-control over petrochemical…
Trump's controversial plan to price minerals is met with skepticism from the G7 and a divided industry
According to diplomatic sources, and an analysis of corporate policies, the Trump administration's plan to increase critical?minerals by regulating prices has been met with skepticism from G7 allies, and a divided industry. Negotiations for a Western Trading bloc have stalled over concerns regarding cost and governance.
Gold prices fall as oil gains increase rate uncertainty
Gold prices were under pressure Tuesday, as the oil price rose due to fading hopes of an Iran peace agreement. This added to concerns over inflation and a possible rise in global interest rates. By 1601 GMT, spot gold had fallen 1.4% to $4669.33 an ounce. U.S. Gold Futures fell 1.1% to $4675.90. "Higher oil costs raise the risk that U.S.
Gold prices fall as oil prices rise and rate uncertainty increases
Gold prices fell on Tuesday, as oil prices rose due to fading hopes of an Iranian peace deal. This was in addition to worries about inflation and higher interest rates. By 1320 GMT, spot gold had fallen 1% to $4685.99 per ounce. U.S. Gold Futures fell 0.7% to $4693.90. "Higher oil costs raise the risk that U.S.
The Iranian market is a catalyst and a slowdown for the European green energy race
Investors are wary of the market volatility and interest rate hikes expected in the future, as well as the slow permitting process. The 'war in Iran' and its associated surge in fossil fuel prices has prompted some politicians to push for more renewable energy. Nearly a month after the conflict…
Oil Prices Rise As Iranian Attacks on UAE Continue
Oil prices rose more than 1% on Tuesday, as renewed Iranian attacks on the United Arab Emirates heightened concerns about the worsening outlook for global supply if there is no quick resolution to U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, now in its third week.Brent crude futures gained $1.33, or 1.3%, to $101.53 a barrel by 1515 GMT while U.S.
Draft document reveals EU plans to boost investment in energy infrastructure
A draft document seen by?by revealed that the European Union, and its lending arm European?Investment?Bank, are developing a new suite of?funding mechanisms to support energy infrastructure investment. Plans are being developed to help reduce the cost of energy for European households and industries…
ARKO Petroleum raises 200 million dollars in an upsized US IPO
Fuel distributor ARKO Petroleum has priced its "upsized" U.S. IPO at the lower end of its range. This raised a little over $200 million. The company based in?Richmond?Virginia sold 11,11 million shares on Wednesday at $18 each, as opposed to its advertised range of $18-$20. ARKO Petroleum was valued at $819 million in the IPO.
Executives warn that Europe could lose its nascent green hydrogen industry to China
The fledgling green hydrogen industry in Europe is calling on the EU to introduce "made-in-Europe" requirements for spending public money on the sector. They warn that without the support needed to scale up quickly, the domestic producers will be overtaken by their Chinese competitors. In 2025…
Sources say China will offer LNG futures by next month.
People with knowledge of the matter said that China will offer domestically listed, yuan denominated liquefied gas (LNG), futures contracts by the end of next month. This would reduce importers' reliance on the West to hedge against price movements. A person who declined to be named as they weren't authorised to talk to the media said that the?derivative?
Engie continues to invest in Middle East renewables, as the momentum in US and Europe slows
Engie has reached the 'financial close on a 1.5 Gigawatt solar park, its largest in the world, said the French utility on Monday. The company is stepping up projects in the Middle East, a fast-growing market, amid a slowdown of renewable energy in the U.S. The Khazna Park is set to start commercial operations in the year 2028.
Masdar and Engie, both from the UAE, reach financial closure on the 1.5 GW Khazna Solar Project
Masdar, a UAE-based company, and Engie, a French company have completed a 1.5-gigawatt project in Abu Dhabi. They secured financing from seven banks including the?Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank? and?Credit Agricole Corporate? and?Investment Bank?. According to the companies, this group includes KfW IPEX as well as BNP Paribas and HSBC.
Oil Prices Dip as Investors Consider Iran Supply Concerns, Venezuelan Exports
Oil prices fell slightly on Monday after Iran said it had total control following the biggest anti-government demonstrations in years, easing some concerns over supply, while investors also weighed efforts to resume oil exports from Venezuela.Brent crude futures lost 28 cents, or 0.44%, to $63.06 a barrel by 1402 GMT while U.S.
EDF Considers Selling US Renewable Unit to Focus on French Nuclear
French state-owned utility EDF is considering selling all of its U.S. renewable energy business, its CEO said on Wednesday, as the company focuses on building up its domestic nuclear operations and U.S. support for wind and solar has been rolled back.Bernard Fontana said the company was considering selling "between 50% and 100%" of its U.S.
EDF considers selling the US renewable unit in full to concentrate on French nuclear
EDF, the French state-owned utility, is looking at selling all of its U.S. Renewable Energy business, according to its CEO on Wednesday. The company has a focus on developing its nuclear operations in France, while U.S. wind and solar support has been reduced. Bernard Fontana, who spoke on the sidelines at the Adopt AI Conference in Paris…
JPMorgan selects Perpetua Resources as the first investment in its $1.5 trillion security funds
Perpetua Resources, an antimony and gold mining company, is the first investment made by JPMorgan Chase’s $1.5 trillion fund to support U.S. National Security. This underscores the company’s important role in producing the metal that China has banned and is used for bullets and weapons. JPMorgan…