Cuba’s electrical grid collapses amid US oil blockade
Ten million people left without power in latest of outages that sparked violent protest last weekend.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Energy
Energy markets, oil and gas, renewables, grids, and utilities.
Briefing: Oil jumps over 2% as doubts linger over U.S.-backed plan to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping
Strategic angle: Oil prices surged as uncertainty surrounds the U.S.-led coalition's effectiveness in safeguarding vital shipping routes.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: US Dollar Outlook: FOMC Decision Meets Crude Oil Price Shock
Strategic angle: Analyzing the impact of the FOMC decision alongside fluctuations in crude oil prices.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Trump Bombs Iran's Kharg Island and Threatens to Hit Oil Exports
Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: Asia-Pacific markets open higher after oil declines sent Wall Street higher overnight
Strategic angle: International benchmark Brent crude futures lost 2.84% to end at $100.21 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures dropped 5.28% to $93.50 on Monday.
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: What Happens If Gulf Producers Deploy 'Nuclear Option' To End Middle East War
Strategic angle: Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Editorial Staff Mar 17
Briefing: IEA to consider release of more oil reserves as Iran war keeps prices high
Strategic angle: The International Energy Agency is evaluating the potential release of additional oil reserves amid escalating prices due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Cuba hit by island-wide blackout amid Trump oil blockade
The Cuban government is investigating a total disconnection of its electrical system as the Trump administration continues to block oil shipments from Venezuela.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Oil eases amid signs Iran is allowing some tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz
Strategic angle: Global oil prices fell sharply as a Pakistan-bound oil tanker navigated the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a potential easing of tensions.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Starmer announces £53m support to help with heating oil costs
Strategic angle: Financial aid aims to alleviate heating oil expenses for vulnerable households.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Vessel Operators Settle Violations from Anchor Strike on Crude Oil Pipeline
Strategic angle: California Department of Fish and Wildlife announces settlement regarding violations linked to a crude oil pipeline incident.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: US Natural Gas Wavers as Traders Weigh Cold, Oil Price Drop
Strategic angle: Traders are assessing the impact of cold weather and falling oil prices on US natural gas markets.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Bessent says Treasury is not intervening in oil commodities markets and has no authority to do so
Strategic angle: Bessent addressed rumors that the Treasury Department or some other arm of government might step in to try to lower oil prices.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Oil prices climb past $105 a barrel as war in Iran enters third week
Rising tensions in Iran contribute to surging oil prices.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Africa: What oil producers can do to counter price shocks
Strategic angle: Experts discuss how African oil-producing countries like Nigeria and Angola can respond to global shortages amid geopolitical tensions.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Zelenskyy resists reopening Druzhba pipeline, says 'no different' to lifting Russian sanctions
Strategic angle: Ukrainian President insists on maintaining sanctions against Russia amid discussions on oil flow restoration.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: US markets solidly higher while oil trades around $100 as Iran attacks more Gulf targets
Strategic angle: US markets show positive momentum amidst rising oil prices following Iranian military actions in the Gulf.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: The Frog Is Dead: North America’s Power Grid Faces Its Biggest Reckoning in a Generation
Strategic angle: The Frog Is Dead: North America’s Power Grid Faces Its Biggest Reckoning in a Generation
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Cloudberry to acquire 50% stake in onshore wind farm in Finland
Strategic angle: Cloudberry is set to enhance its renewable energy portfolio with a significant investment in Finland.
Editorial Staff Mar 16
Briefing: Should You Invest in Oil ETFs Now? What the Surge in Oil Prices Means for Markets
Strategic angle: An analysis of the current oil market and the potential impact on ETF investments.
Editorial Staff Mar 16