Focus on Politics
Barclays sustainability chief exits in latest bank reshuffle
Barclays' sustainability head Laura Barlow exits amid scrutiny of banks' climate efforts; Daniel Hanna takes expanded role.
LNG exporter Venture Global targets up to $110 billion valuation in blockbuster US IPO
Venture Global targets a $110.38B valuation in its IPO, set to capitalize on surging global LNG demand in 2025.
Trump’s energy agenda: More drilling, less renewables, and a second exit from the Paris Agreement
Trump plans to expand drilling, halt offshore wind projects, boost gas exports, and re-exit the Paris Agreement.
Berlin considers full Uniper exit, targets deal after summer, sources say
Germany considers selling its full Uniper stake, exploring re-IPO or private equity sale amid post-crisis recovery plans.
German premium carmakers’ sales battered in China and Germany amid slowdown
Germany’s luxury carmakers faced sharp sales drops in 2024 as economic uncertainty and EV challenges hit home and China.
US oil refiners brace for a tough year as investor sentiment turns negative
Investors are souring on the U.S. oil refining sector, citing forecasts for softer fuel demand and worries that Trump may slap tariffs on...
Russian rouble slips as oil price and forex action limit sanctions impact
Rouble weakens as U.S. sanctions target Russian oil firms, while rising oil prices and yuan forex sales offer support.
Russia says Ukraine targeted infrastructure of gas pipeline to Turkey
Russia accuses Ukraine of drone strike on TurkStream gas pipeline as Kyiv halts Russian gas transit, escalating energy tensions.
China’s electric car sales grow in 2024, as sales of gasoline cars plunge
China's EV sales surged 40 per cent in 2024, while gas-powered car sales plunged 17 per cent, reshaping the world's largest auto market.
The mineral map of Greenland: Strategic riches amid environmental challenges
Trump renews interest in Greenland, a mineral-rich Arctic hub with rare earths, graphite, and untapped resources.
