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Oil prices dip to $74.43 as Trump tariffs loom, OPEC meeting ahead

Traders raised oil's risk premium, anticipating supply disruptions from Trump's actions and policies

2024 renewable energy milestone: 4,448 GW and counting, but can the world meet the 2030 target?

To achieve the global target, renewable capacity must grow by 16.6 percent annually through 2030, according to the report

Oil prices ease to $73.94 but hold near one-month high amid tightening global supply outlook

Both contracts gained over 2 percent so far this week and more than 7 percent since hitting multi-month lows in early March

Impact of Trump’s auto tariffs on Tesla is “significant,” says Elon Musk

The carmaker domestically manufactures all of its cars sold in the U.S. but imports certain parts from China

Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on foreign auto imports sends markets on a bumpy ride

The new tariffs will apply to vehicles assembled in countries with free-trade agreements with the U.S., such as Canada, Mexico, and South Korea

Oil prices dip to $73.70 on Trump’s auto tariffs despite tighter supply risks

Tariffs that increase vehicle prices may suppress auto sales and, consequently, the demand for oil products

Oil prices rise 0.30 percent to near three-week high on supply fears as U.S. stocks drop

American Petroleum Institute data showed that U.S. crude inventories fell by 4.6 million barrels last week

Indonesia to join BRICS’ New Development Bank, says President Prabowo

The bank is set to collaborate with Indonesia in sectors such as renewable energy, biodiesel and technological development

DeepSeek-V3 vs. V2: How the new model outperforms its predecessor

The upgrade positions the Chinese AI startup competitively against OpenAI in the AI landscape

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar to acquire 49.99 percent stake in four solar plants in Spain for $198.8 million

Masdar's collaboration with Endesa is expected to greatly support Spain's National Energy and Climate Plan targets

Oil prices steady at $73.05 amid Trump’s Venezuela tariff concerns

OPEC+ ready to move forward with scheduled output increase in May

Google’s Gemini 2.0 Flash vs. OpenAI’s ChatGPT o1-pro – What you need to know

Both Gemini 2.0 Flash and ChatGPT o1-pro provide valuable features for diverse user needs

UAE gold prices down AED1.75, global rates rise on Fed optimism

Spot gold was up 0.1 percent at $3,025.12 an ounce

Oil prices slip to $71.88 amid Trump tariffs, Russia-Ukraine talks

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures lost 0.3 percent to $67.67 per barrel

What is Earth Hour 2025? 8 ways you can participate

In 2025, Earth Hour will take place on March 22 from 8:30 to 9:30 PM

China to issue $829 million yuan-denominated green sovereign bond in London for first time

In February, China's finance ministry released a framework for sovereign green bonds, paving the way for offshore issuances

London Heathrow Airport shuts down as fire cuts power, flights diverted

At least 1,350 flights will be impacted, according to flight tracking website FlightRadar 24

Oil prices rise 0.37 percent: Iran sanctions, planned OPEC+ cuts set prices for second weekly gain

The U.S. dollar index gained 0.15 percent to 104.01 on Friday, making crude more expensive for foreign buyers

Bank of England: Pound falls as interest rates remain unchanged amid global trade concerns

Yields on British gilts slip slightly, with 10-year yield recorded over four basis points lower

DP World launches deep-water port project in Congo

This collaboration marks a key milestone in the Banana Port project, transforming trade and boosting DRC’s economy

Asian stock markets mixed after China central bank keeps rates steady

Downward trends followed Beijing's decision to maintain the five-year and one-year loan prime rates at 3.6 percent

Enaiposha: Discovery of new exoplanet challenges planetary classifications

The first known 'Super-Venus' was discovered 47 light-years away

Oil prices rise 0.51 percent on weaker dollar, renewed Middle East tensions

U.S. oil demand remained strong as distillate inventories fell more than expected by 2.8 million barrels