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Daily (09.01.2024): Gas prices fell sharply on Monday amid forecasts of milder weather
On Monday, oil prices tumbled. The drop was attributed to Saudi Arabia's decision to reduce its tariffs as part of a strategic move to reposition itself amid uncertainties and increasing competition in the market. As a result, Brent crude settled 3.3% lower at $76.12, while WTI crude declined by more than 4% to stand at $70.77 per barrel.
read more... 09/01/2024
Daily (13.12.2023): Oil prices hit a 6-month low on Tuesday, driven by oversupply concerns and gloomy global economic outlook
Oil prices posted a sharp decline by about 4% on Tuesday, hitting a 6-month low, weighed down by fears of an oversupply of crude, a gloomy global economic outlook and US inflation that is not slowing down as easily. The Fed, the ECB and the BoE are all set to unveil interest rate decisions this week as investors await their impact on the global economy and oil demand. Hence, Brent crude settled at $73.324, while WTI crude closed at $68.61 per barrel.
read more... 13/12/2023
Daily (12.12.2023): European carbon prices hit a 14-month low on Monday, driven by falling gas prices
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
Second large Polish nuclear plant gets approval
Poland's Ministry of Climate and Environment has issued a decision-in-principle for the country's second large nuclear power plant. Two South Korean-supplied APR1400 reactors are planned in the Patnów-Konin region.
read more... 28/11/2023
Daily (03.11.2023): Oil prices rose by over 2.5% on Thursday following the Fed and BoE interest rate decisions
Oil prices saw an increase on Thursday as market sentiment shifted positively after both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England chose to halt their interest rate hikes. Consequently, Brent crude climbed by 2.6% to settle at $86.85 a barrel, while WTI crude increased by 2.5% to end at $82.46 a barrel.
read more... 03/11/2023