Barclays, Shell and BP feel the heat as activist investors launch record green campaigns July 4, 2023 Shell, BP and Barclays have felt the wrath of activist investors this year as corporate pressure campaigns are launched in record numbers across Europe, new research shows. The number of activist campaigns in Europe has climbed each month this year to a total of 25 campaigns by May, fuelled by a spike in environmental campaigns [...]
Renewables warning: ‘Race to the bottom’ on production prices risks destabilising entire wind industry July 4, 2023 The energy sector has urged the government not to pressure renewable producers into generating power at lower prices.
Oil prices struggle to rebound despite latest cuts from Saudi Arabia and Russia July 4, 2023 Fresh supply cuts from top exporters Saudi Arabia and Russia has failed to drive up prices for oil in this morning's trading.
Gold prices robust as more Fed interest rate hikes loom July 4, 2023 Gold prices are showing signs of resilience in this week's trading, following a two week decline that saw $30 knocked off its value.
Ofgem clamps down on firms handing out dividends without secure finances July 4, 2023 Ofgem will step in against suppliers that hand out dividends to shareholders before recapitalising, warned the watchdog's boss.
Shell urged to set up Ukraine fund after Russian ‘blood money’ trading July 4, 2023 Shell is facing calls to set up a repair fund for war-torn Ukraine after continuing to trade in Russian LNG following the country's invasion.
So Energy back on its feet – but trust must be won back, says boss July 3, 2023 The energy industry needs to win back the trust of customers following, argues the boss of a leading challenger firm.
Who’s next? Industry debt mountain threatens more than Thames Water July 3, 2023 Thames Water's troubles raise significant questions - such as who could be next and what happens now in the water industry.
Rain raises Rhine river water in Germany, north still too shallow July 3, 2023 Water levels on the river Rhine in Germany have risen after rain but are still too low in northern and central areas for cargo vessels.
Oil markets await new signals as demand fears offset supply cuts July 3, 2023 Oil prices have barely moved this morning, with concerns over demand growth offsetting expectations of tighter supplies later this year.