Britain said on Monday (18 December) it would implement a new import carbon pricing mechanism by 2027, with goods imported from countries with a lower or no carbon price having to pay a levy as part of decarbonisation efforts.
read more... 19/12/2023
On Thursday, oil prices surged, as speculative traders took profits and investors showed an increased appetite for risk assets. This increase was prompted by a more relaxed stance from the Fed. Consequently, both contracts jumped by over 3%, with Brent crude closing at $76.61, and WTI crude ending at $71.58 per barrel.
read more... 15/12/2023
France will give the green light to new investments in nuclear fusion, natural hydrogen, energy storage and carbon capture, President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday (11 December).
read more... 13/12/2023
On Monday, oil prices saw a modest increase as investors were cautious in anticipation of a week filled with market reports and decisions on monetary policy. As a result, Brent crude closed slightly above $76, while WTI crude ended at $71.32 per barrel.
read more... 12/12/2023
Oil prices closed lower on Thursday despite OPEC+ members announcing additional production cuts. The market responded cautiously to the announcement, as several OPEC and allied nations pledged further reductions to enhance market stability and balance. Consequently, Brent crude edged 0.3% down at $82.83 per barrel, while WTI crude ended over 2% lower to settle slightly below $76 per barrel.
read more... 01/12/2023