Business · 7 min read
Saudi Arabia has precautionarily shut down its strategic East-West pipeline following several attacks. As the Strait of Hormuz is already heavily disrupted, this infrastructure linking eastern fields to the port of Yanbu becomes a pressure point that markets can no longer ignore.
Business · 7 min read
The United States and Iran have once again exchanged strikes around the Strait of Hormuz. Behind the military escalation, oil surpasses $92, and a vital artery of global trade holds its breath.
Business · 6 min read
Brent crude has crossed the 90-dollar threshold again after renewed clashes between Washington and Tehran near the Strait of Hormuz. Behind the immediate surge lies a global question: how far can this energy shock weigh on prices, markets and Europe?
Business · 6 min read
Brent has once again crossed the $90 threshold following a resurgence of clashes between Washington and Tehran near the Strait of Hormuz. Behind the immediate spike lies a global question: how long can this energy shock weigh on prices, markets, and Europe?
Business · 5 min read
Two vessels operated by ADNOC were attacked by drones in the Strait of Hormuz, with no casualties reported. A new warning for energy, maritime transport, and Europe.
Business · 7 min read
Donald Trump claims to have suspended a major attack against Iran under diplomatic pressure from Gulf leaders. Oil prices drop, but no final agreement is signed, and Tehran is already contesting the conditions discussed regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Business · 6 min read
ExxonMobil and Chevron have just announced nearly 26.6 billion dollars in combined quarterly profits, driven by soaring prices and refining margins. Behind this jackpot, an explosive question arises from the United States to France: who is really paying for the energy shock?
Business · 6 min read
After a brief lull, Washington announces a 'heavy wave' of strikes against dozens of Iranian targets. The Strait of Hormuz, Saudi oil facilities, and maritime routes place the global economy on the brink of a new shock.
Business · 6 min read
After nearly two weeks of escalation, the United States and Iran have held their fire for a second day. Oil markets reacted immediately, but no lasting peace is yet guaranteed.
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