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Falling oil prices have hurt energy stocks. But there's a clear bright side for our portfolio

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CNBC - 18h

Can I fix my energy prices?

Gas and electricity bills will rise again on 1 April, when the latest energy price cap takes effect.

BBC News - Feb. 25

Low energy prices sting Aramco profits and squeeze Saudi development plans

Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil giant Aramco has reported a $106.25 billion profit in 2024, down 12% from the prior year on lower energy prices

ABC News - 2d

Oil prices settle at lowest level of the year as tariff threat hurts demand outlook

Oil futures settled Tuesday at their lowest level of the year, with the economy and energy demand expected to take a hit from proposed U.S. tariffs on Canada and Mexico that may come into effect ...

MarketWatch - Feb. 25

Friday’s ‘economic blackout day’ boycott shows shoppers are fed up with high prices. Will it hit retailers where it hurts?

One day can make a difference to retailers, but the biggest impact of the 24-hour economic blackout protest could be the message it sends about the mood among consumers right now.

MarketWatch - 5d

We're raising our Coterra Energy price target after a solid quarter, slight outlook tweak

Capital efficiency was a highlight with output levels above management's outlook range and spending near the low end.

CNBC - Feb. 25

Trump tariffs will raise gasoline and electricity prices in the U.S., Canada energy minister says

Canadian Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson said tariffs are a "lose, lose proposition" for the U.S. and Canada.

CNBC - 1d

Is Zelensky’s Approach to Trump Hurting Ukraine?

Through three years of wartime leadership, Ukraine’s president has mostly played weak hands wisely. But his approach has fallen flat with the Trump administration.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Special Report: Texas Energy at a Crossroads

Part 1: Texas workers face mounting dangers in the heart of America's greatest oil boom

The Hill - 2d

Several hurt after explosion at resort in Maui

Several people were injured after an explosion at The Whaler in the resort community of Kaanapali in Maui. Video shows debris and smoke shooting from a building. The explosion is believed to have ...

NBC News - Feb. 21

One dead and police hurt in knife attack in France

President Emmanuel Macron said there was "no doubt it was an Islamist terrorist attack".

BBC News - Feb. 23

Russia Is Wooing Western Energy Companies, but Will They Return?

Industry experts say Western companies will need to weigh potential access to oil and gas riches against political risks and other hazards of doing business in Russia.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

In Texas, 'energy dominance' is the solar industry's new motto

AUSTIN, Texas — Solar energy might be clean, cheap and slow the heating of the planet. But that’s not what the solar industry wants lawmakers to focus on. Instead, solar leaders are at the Texas ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Britain’s household energy bills to rise from April

Regulator Ofgem lifts quarterly price cap 6.4% following increase in wholesale costs

Financial Times - Feb. 25

EU to extend relaxed subsidy regime for energy

Draft guidelines show Brussels plans to continue softer policing of state aid curbs to enable green goals

Financial Times - 3d

Diversity backlash: Is 'masculine energy' coming to the UK?

Donald Trump has scrapped federal diversity initiatives and many US firms have too - will UK companies follow suit?

BBC News - 3d

The 29 Best Energy Drinks, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

The future is here, and it is jacked up on B vitamins, red dye, and taurine. These are the best energy drinks to get from tired to wired.

Wired - 1d

Dubois’ absence hurts ‘fight card of the century’ but Bakole brings danger

Big hitter from DR Congo has flown out to replace ill Briton against Joseph Parker for Saturday’s showdown in Riyadh. Saudi Arabia’s attempts to seize control of boxing have been relentless but not ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

In Roob's Observations: A side of Jalen Hurts we've never seen before

In our latest installment of Roob's 10 Random Observations, we take a look at a side of Jalen Hurts never seen before, an Eagles position coach who can't go unnoticed, an outrageous snub and more.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 23

Chegg sues Google for hurting traffic with AI as it considers strategic alternatives

The online education company has tapped Goldman Sachs as it studies options such as going private or getting acquired.

CNBC - Feb. 25

Senate Republican recovering at home after being hurt in fall

Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) said he is recovering at home after suffering a concussion and “brain bleed” following a fall on the ice during a weekend trip home to North Dakota. “While walking on the ...

The Hill - Feb. 25

Contractor says skilled worker shortage hurt his business

At construction sites across the country, finding skilled workers is a constant struggle for contractors. Skyler Henry has more.

CBS News - Feb. 25

At least 2 people hurt as shots are fired near a courthouse in western Germany

Police say that at least two people were injured when shots were fired near a courthouse in western Germany

ABC News - Feb. 26

Social Security workers warn job cuts could hurt service for Americans

"We are already short-staffed as it is,"one Social Security Administration employee said of the agency's plans to slash its workforce.

CBS News - 5d

Welbeck fires Brighton into quarter-finals as Gordon red hurts Newcastle

When the dust finally settled on a tie featuring two red cards and an incessant stream of high calibre drama crowned by Danny Welbeck’s extra time winner, Brighton were in the FA Cup ...

The Guardian - 3d

Zoe Saldaña responds to criticism that 'Emilia Pérez' is 'hurtful' to Mexicans

Zoe Saldaña responded to criticism about "Emilia Pérez" in the press room after her best supporting actress win at the 2025 Oscars.

ABC News - 2d

Trump’s tariffs, whether implemented or not, have already hurt the U.S. auto industry

Many in the industry feel that the levies could still be called off. Virtually everyone is hoping that, if enacted, the tariffs will be short-lived. Regardless, uncertainty has already taken its toll.

MarketWatch - 2d

How Target shoppers could be hurt by Trump’s tariffs in the ‘next couple of days’

Target’s already buying less from China, but tariffs haven’t had the impact that President Donald Trump wanted.

MarketWatch - 1d

Foot Locker’s sales recovery continues, but consumer pressures hurt outlook

Foot Locker’s stock was tripped up by downbeat full-year outlook, which offset continued sales improvements.

MarketWatch - 1d

The Price You Pay: Egg prices’ impact on bakeries

One of the downstream impacts of bird flu and the soaring egg prices: its impact on bakeries. We visit one Pittsburgh bakery struggling that’s seen egg prices soar in the last two years, and the ...

NBC News - Feb. 21

Why Trump’s Clean Energy Rollbacks Could Derail a Factory Boom

With the Trump administration reversing support for low-carbon power, the business case for making wind, solar and electric vehicle parts gets weaker.

The New York Times - Feb. 20

Ofgem demands action from energy firms over back billing

The energy regulator is demanding to know how many people have been sent back bills.

BBC News - Feb. 22

Redrawing of global energy markets map set to heap benefits on US

The prospects of peace and the return of Russian gas looks likely to serve the interests of Donald Trump. The Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine three years ago has reverberated through the global ...

The Guardian - Feb. 23