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Total: assets acquired by South Africa’s Exxaro for $472 million
Mining conglomerate Exxaro Resources declared on Monday it had purchased the South African coal assets of France's Total for $472 million, increasing its production and offering it extra capacity at the world's major export terminal.
read more... 29/07/2014
Japan to fund coal-fired power plants worldwide
The Japanese government has unveiled its support for the development of coal-fired power worldwide, by providing an annual investment of $4 billion. The move is neglecting calls from the Obama administration and global environmental groups to reduce public funding for carbon-intensive coal.
read more... 24/07/2014
Daily: European coal prices increase on new wave of sanctions against Russia
Crude oil prices closed down after a nervous trading session on Tuesday as oil supplies remained untouched by continuing violence in Iraq, Ukraine and Gaza. Brent crude for September delivery dropped 35 cents to hit $107.33 a barrel, after having fluctuated between $107.20 and $108.40. U.S. oil for August delivery declined 17 cents to settle at $104.42 a barrel, down from a session high of $105.25.
read more... 23/07/2014
Daily: European coal slumps on low demand, warmer temperatures
Brent crude declined on Wednesday as concerns about supply disruptions from Iraq eased, while WTI crude oil climbed on news that the U.S. federal officials approved exports of condensate, an ultra-light oil.
read more... 26/06/2014
Daily: European coal prices plunge to new multi-year lows on oversupply
Brent crude rocketed to a nine-month high over $115 a barrel on Thursday as the United States said it would send up to 300 military advisers to Iraq, increasing worries about an intensification of conflict. Brent boosted 80 cents to hit $115.06 a barrel, the highest level since September 6. The U.S. crude oil futures contract for July delivery, which expires on Friday, increased 46 cents to close at $106.43.
read more... 20/06/2014