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Oilfield services provider Flowco shows revenue surge in US IPO filing
Flowco Holdings has filed for a U.S. IPO, targeting a potential $2 billion valuation and listing on the NYSE under the ticker 'FLOC.'
Chevron CEO says no discussions with President-elect Trump on Venezuela
Chevron maintains operations in Venezuela, aligning with U.S. policy; CEO Wirth notes Russian and Chinese firms could replace them if they exit.
Rattled by China, West scrambles to rejig critical minerals supply chains
Beijing's fresh mineral export restrictions bring added urgency for Western players to cut their reliance on minerals from China.
Tariffs on Chinese EVs, aluminum and steel to raise federal revenues by $473M: Canada’s PBO
Canada's tariffs on Chinese EVs, steel, and aluminum are expected to cut imports and boost federal revenues by $473M over five years.
Analysis: China automakers pivot to hybrids for Europe to counter EV tariffs
The bloc's latest EV tariffs to protect its auto industry from a flood of cheap Chinese imports do not apply to hybrid cars.
TotalEnergies to buy German renewables developer VSB for $1.65 billion
TotalEnergies to buy German renewables firm VSB for €1.57B, boosting its wind, solar, and battery projects in key markets.
Ghana’s illegal mining boom seeps into presidential election
Ghana's illegal mining, driven by poverty and unemployment, continues to threaten the country's future.
Rio Tinto lifts 2025 guidance for capex, copper output
Rio Tinto boosts 2025 capital spending forecast, eyes copper growth with a 50 per cent output surge in Mongolia, and focuses on EV...
Australia’s Lynas near 3-week high after China bans export of critical minerals to US
Lynas Rare Earths shares hit a three-week high after China banned exports of key minerals to the U.S. on Tuesday.
