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Oil shortage starts to curb demand
News The price of Brent crude oil is up by 475% since its March 2020 low. And when oil prices rise, people start to reduce consumption, leading to increased fears of a recession.
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Get ready for the coming oil glut
Analysis Investors are assuming that energy prices will stay high. History suggests the opposite, says Max King
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Why are energy prices going up so much?
Analysis UK energy prices are going through the roof – and not just here. They are rising all around the world. Saloni Sardana explains what’s going on.
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Should you be worried about energy windfall tax proposals?
Analysis Calls have been growing for a windfall tax on UK oil and gas producers. It's a popular idea, but is it a good one? And what does it mean for investors in the UK's energy companies? Rupert Hargreaves explains.
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Is the oil market heading for a supply glut?
Analysis Many people assume that the high oil price is here to stay – and could well go higher. But we’ve been here before, says Max King. History suggests that supply will increase to more than meet demand.
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EU tightens the noose on Russia
News Brussels has proposed a ban on all Russian oil imports. Could that work? Emily Hohler reports
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Russia ups the ante on Europe's gas supplies
News Russia's suspension of natural gas to Poland and Bulgaria saw the gas price spike by 24%. A complete shut-off could see it rise by 200%.
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Why Europe could be heading for a "nuclear renaissance" with energy prices at record highs
Analysis Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sent gas and power prices soaring. Alex Rankine explains why Europe could be heading for a "nuclear renaissance".
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Should we levy a windfall tax on Big Oil's big profits?
Briefings Soaring oil prices mean huge profits for energy firms. Politicians are keen to impose windfall taxes, but that could discourage vital investment in new production.
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