Iran strikes gulf oil, gas sites as war jolts energy markets, what cost for South Africa?
As tensions continue in the Middle East, the economic fallout is being felt far beyond the region.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Energy
Energy markets, oil and gas, renewables, grids, and utilities.
Briefing: Oil back above $100 as conflicting reports emerge on US-Iran talks
Strategic angle: Oil prices surge as uncertainty surrounds diplomatic negotiations between the US and Iran.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Oil rises as markets assess supply risks after Iran denies US talks
Oil prices increase amid concerns over supply risks following Iran's denial of US negotiations.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Briefing: Price of Brent crude oil jumps back above $100 a barrel
Strategic angle: The Times of Israel reports on the recent surge in oil prices.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
US to pay almost $1bn to French energy company to kill wind project plan
Trump administration announces deal with TotalEnergies to redirect investment in wind to oil and gas instead.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Briefing: Why Shouldn't You Use Multi-Vehicle ATF In Your Automatic Transmission?
Strategic angle: Multi-vehicle automatic transmission fluid might seem convenient, but using specific fluid is crucial for your vehicle's performance.
Editorial Staff Mar 24
Briefing: California sues Trump energy department over revival of controversial oil pipeline
Strategic angle: The state of California takes legal action against the Trump administration's decision to revive a contentious oil pipeline project.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Traders placed $580mn in oil bets ahead of Trump post on Iran talks
Strategic angle: Thousands of Brent and WTI contracts changed hands 15 minutes before president’s message on Truth Social
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Asia wants more U.S. oil and gas to reduce Middle East dependence after Iran war, Burgum says
Strategic angle: Japan, South Korea and Taiwan rely heavily on exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Oil Futures Retreat On Middle East Conflict Seen Easing
Strategic angle: Oil prices decline as tensions in the Middle East appear to be lessening.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Trump administration plans to bring more diesel to market as fuel prices surge, Wright says
Strategic angle: Diesel prices have surged about 40% to $5.29 per gallon, the highest level since 2022, as the U.S. war against Iran has disrupted oil supplies.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Grit Metals Initiates Fully Funded Drilling at High-Priority Central Finland Lithium Targets
Strategic angle: Grit Metals embarks on a significant drilling campaign in Finland to explore lithium resources.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Iran war: World economy facing 'major threat,' IEA head says
International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol warns that the Hormuz crisis could surpass the oil crises of the 1970s.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: January oil, natural gas production remains steady
Strategic angle: Production levels for oil and natural gas have shown stability in January, according to recent reports.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Stocks Tumble as Oil Prices Rise
Strategic angle: The New York Times reports on the impact of rising oil prices on stock markets.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Goldman Raises Oil Forecasts on Largest-Ever Supply Shock
Strategic angle: Goldman Sachs has updated its oil price forecasts in response to unprecedented supply disruptions.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: 'The oil shock in the Middle East is a godsend for Russia'
Strategic angle: By joining Israel in its war against Iran, Donald Trump is handing Vladimir Putin an unexpected economic and strategic reprieve, explains Le Monde columnist Stéphane Lauer.
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Asian Markets and Oil Under Iran Tension - Gotrade
Strategic angle: Asian Markets and Oil Under Iran Tension Gotrade
Editorial Staff Mar 23
Briefing: Oil prices volatile after Trump's Strait of Hormuz threat
Strategic angle: Market reacts to geopolitical tensions as oil prices fluctuate.
Editorial Staff Mar 22
Briefing: Oil stabilises as investors weigh US, Iran threats to facilities, sanctions lift
Strategic angle: Investors are assessing the impact of geopolitical tensions and sanctions on oil prices.
Editorial Staff Mar 22