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America’s largest fuel pipeline has been shut since Friday after a ransomware attack. What’s going on?
Briefings The 5,500-mile long “Colonial Pipeline” America’s longest fuel pipeline, has been shut since the weekend after it was targeted by a group of "ransomware" hackers. Saloni Sardana explains what's going on.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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Resurgent pandemic brings new headwinds for the oil market
News With India the world’s third-biggest oil market, the economic slowdown driven by the pandemic will hit oil prices.
By Alex Rankine Last updated
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Does nuclear power have a future?
Briefings Fears about safety have long hobbled the industry, particularly in the wake of Fukushima ten years ago. But the fears are overplayed and net-zero carbon goals look unachievable without it, says Simon Wilson.
By Simon Wilson Published
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Here’s why Saudi Arabia is no longer worried about shale oil
Opinion In recent years, rising oil prices have been met by rising production from US shale companies. Saudi Arabia is gambling that's no longer the case. John Stepek explains why, and what that means for investors.
By John Stepek Published
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Will we see oil at $100 a barrel again?
News Bank of America thinks crude will hit $100 a barrel at some point the next five years as demand picks up.
By Alex Rankine Published
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Oil had a terrible 2020. This year will be better
Opinion Oil companies are struggling – both BP and Exxon have reported losses after a year in which the oil price briefly went negative. But hang on to your energy stocks, says John Stepek – things will improve. Here’s why.
By John Stepek Published
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Think Tesla is a bubble? This might be the best way to bet on it bursting
Opinion The huge rise in Tesla’s share price means that, by market value, it’s now the sixth-largest company in the US and and the world’s biggest car-maker. Shorting it is a dangerous game. But there are other ways to bet on the bubble bursting. John Stepek explains how.
By John Stepek Published
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The price of this commodity has almost doubled since the start of the year
Opinion Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is fetching record prices in Asia, almost doubling in the last two weeks alone. John Stepek explains why this is so important for the global economy, and for your money.
By John Stepek Published
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Where to find sustainable growth in renewable energy
Tips The renewable energy sector has come a long way, but there is still plenty of momentum in funds and utility stocks.
By Max King Published
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