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US automakers urged to innovate despite tariffs on Chinese rivals
U.S. auto leaders warn against complacency as Chinese rivals outpace in EV tech, despite short-term tariff relief.
JPMorgan looks to resume trading physical LNG: report
JPMorgan Chase is in talks to resume trading physical LNG after more than a decade, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar...
Global regulators quiz banks amid climate-risk tussle, sources say
Global banking regulators are probing banks' climate risk management practices, seeking consensus amid varied approaches.
NYC comptroller Lander to end private market fossil fuel investments
If approved, the plan would bar future investments in pipelines and LNG terminals in the funds' private equity portfolios.
US working ‘as fast as we can’ to finalize EV conversion grants: official
The U.S. Energy Department is quickly finalizing $1.7B in grants to help GM and Stellantis convert plants for EV production.
Shift to electric vehicles will have far-reaching impact, IMF says
The global transition toward electric vehicles will have "far-reaching" impacts on investment, production, trade and employment, says IMF.
Freeport-McMoRan beats Q3 profit estimates
Miner Freeport-McMoRan reports third-quarter profit beating estimates as higher copper prices help offset production drop.
Ontario aiming to become energy superpower, Energy Minister Stephen Lecce says
Ontario's energy minister aims for the province's electricity system to exceed a projected 75% demand increase and sell excess power.
Hybrids top petrol power for first time in EU new car sales, ACEA says
Hybrids overtook petrol-powered vehicles in EU new car sales for the first time in September, industry data showed on Tuesday.
ASML expects growth in 2026, US-China row to continue, CEO says
ASML's CEO expects growth in 2026 despite U.S. export pressure on China, as 2025 faces slower sales outside of AI chips.
