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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'War Oil' and Oil Major [Eureka]

Oil prices, particularly for Dubai crude, have surged due to regional tensions, leading to significant price disparities compared to other oil types.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Iran war delivers new inflation stress to African economies emerging from older shocks

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is amplifying inflationary pressures across African economies already weakened by previous shocks, particularly due to rising fuel and fertilizer prices.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Todayโ€™s Stock Exchange, March 23: Oil Rises Again, Heavy Opening for European Markets. Gold Down

European markets open poorly, influenced by Asia's decline, amid rising oil prices and ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 23 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Center Party, Isamaa, and independent deputies seek the repeal of ETS2

The Center Party and Isamaa, along with independent deputies, have proposed a parliamentary motion to the European Commission and member states to initiate a comprehensive reform of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) and repeal ETS2.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Dried-up Gas Stations: Australians Encouraged to Work from Home

As record fuel prices strain supply, the Australian government is urging citizens to work from home if possible due to empty gas station pumps.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

This Year's Wage Settlement: - Demands Increased Purchasing Power

The main negotiations between labor parties in Norway for wage and other conditions are set to take place, focusing particularly on wages and sick leave compensation.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:17 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Senator Riled Over Fuel Price Hikes By ZERA, Says Zimbabwe Blends Fuel With Ethanol Hence Prices Must Be Affordable

Senator Jerry Gotora criticizes the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority for recent fuel price hikes, questioning their justification given the country's ability to store fuel for extended periods.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Middle East war oil price surge to 'trigger profits and ยฃ427m a month tax windfall'

The ongoing war in the Middle East is driving up oil prices, resulting in significant profits for energy producers and a ยฃ427 million monthly windfall tax for the UK government.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Poorer, fewer trips, and less employment. This would be the world with oil at 200 dollars.

Analysts warn that rising oil prices, potentially reaching 200 dollars a barrel due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, could lead to severe global recession.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Middle East crisis live: IEA chief says Iran war energy crunch worse than 1970s oil crises and Ukraine war combined

The chief of the IEA warns that the energy crisis due to the Iran war is more severe than the oil shocks of the 1970s and the Ukraine war, as tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 23 โ€ข 03:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Oil prices expected to rise every two weeks... 'Price cap policy effective but limited in use'

South Korea anticipates a staggered increase in oil prices biweekly due to market pressures and the effects of the price cap policy.

Mar 23 โ€ข 02:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Prosecutors raid SK Energy, GS Caltex, S-Oil, and Hyundai Oil Bank

Prosecutors in South Korea have launched a raid on four major oil firms over allegations of price fixing amidst soaring oil prices due to the US-Iran conflict.

Mar 23 โ€ข 02:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Electricity rates frozen in 2nd quarter, fuel cost adjustment rate maintained at โ€˜+5 wonโ€™

In the second quarter of the year, electricity rates in South Korea will remain unchanged, with the fuel cost adjustment rate set at an increase of 5 won per kilowatt-hour.

Mar 23 โ€ข 00:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

TVNET FROM STRASBOURG โŸฉ Inese Vaidere: "Returning to Russian oil and gas is not acceptable"

Inese Vaidere, an MEP from the European People's Party, discusses the pressing issues surrounding energy prices and the need for reform in the European energy sector.

Mar 22 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Conflict in the Middle East: A Cost and an Opportunity for Argentina

The article discusses how fluctuations in international crude oil prices, driven by conflicts in the Middle East, impact fuel costs in Argentina, creating both challenges and opportunities for the country's economy.

Mar 22 โ€ข 18:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

US companies suspend oil negotiations awaiting resolution on war

US companies have halted oil and gas negotiations due to uncertainties caused by the ongoing war with Iran and volatile crude oil prices.

Mar 22 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The government prepares an account for 6 measures: From fuel pass to market pass and electricity measures

The Greek government is responding to rising energy prices with a package of measures aimed at controlling inflation and protecting incomes.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

The Government's Inner Cabinet Met: A New Package of Measures for the Protection of Citizens and the Economy Tomorrow

The Croatian Government's inner cabinet has convened to discuss a new set of measures aimed at mitigating the impact of the ongoing energy crisis caused by conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 22 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Electricity prices will drop even more on Monday

On Monday, the average electricity price in the Nord Pool market for Estonia will decrease by 36% compared to Sunday, reaching 10.09 euros per megawatt-hour.

Mar 22 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

LPG Crisis: Will the prices of cooking gas, petrol, and diesel rise? Modi convened an urgent meeting, big announcement tomorrow?

Prime Minister Modi held a high-level meeting to assess the country's energy situation amid rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

As Labor faces pressure to respond boldly to oil shock, it needs to find more unconventional levers to pull

Australia's government is under increasing pressure to address rising oil prices and supply issues following recommendations from the International Energy Agency.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Middle East crisis hits Sri Lanka hard, diesel-petrol prices cross 400 rupees per liter

Sri Lanka has raised fuel prices by nearly 25% amid rising tensions in the Middle East, with diesel and petrol prices now inching towards levels seen during the 2022 economic crisis.

Mar 22 โ€ข 13:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Starmer adviser urges ministers to look at profits cap for energy and petrol firms

A Labour peer has urged the UK government to consider implementing a temporary cap on the profits of energy and petrol companies amid rising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 22 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Vietnam Suffering from Rising Fuel Prices Turns to Russia

Vietnam, facing rising oil prices, is planning to sign oil and gas agreements with Russia during an official visit by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Spain cuts VAT on fuel and electricity to curb energy prices

Spain's government introduced a โ‚ฌ5 billion aid package aimed at mitigating rising energy costs due to the conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

No cheap oil for China... the 'hidden' goal of the American war on Iran

The article discusses the geopolitical implications of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, particularly its effect on global oil prices and China's energy strategy.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Heat pump warning issued as gas and electricity bills face ยฃ330 rise

Experts warn of a significant rise in household energy bills by ยฃ332 due to fluctuations in wholesale prices and predictions of a surge in the energy price cap.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Hormuz, reduced transits by 95%. "We stop our enemies". And the G7: "Measures for energy"

Iran has drastically reduced oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil supply and prices, while the G7 calls for energy measures in response.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

Oil prices may soon double, warns Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has warned that oil prices could potentially double in the near future.

Mar 22 โ€ข 08:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

European Commission: Fill Your Gas Storage

The European Commission urges member states to fill their gas storage early to prevent competition for supplies and rising prices amid geopolitical tensions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

"We will not stand idly by".. Houthis warn against widening the scope of war

The Houthis in Yemen have warned that they will not remain inactive amid escalating tensions in the region, cautioning that any attempt to widen the conflict will directly impact global supply chains and energy prices.

Mar 22 โ€ข 05:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

According to Sutt, the addition of wind energy will help lower electricity prices

Estonian Energy Minister Andres Sutt claims that the influx of wind energy will contribute to lowering electricity prices, contradicting previous statements by experts who argue for more controllable energy sources.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

A relief for wallets: electricity prices will decrease on Sunday

Electricity prices in Estonia are set to drop by 47% on Sunday compared to Saturday, reaching an average of โ‚ฌ15.77 per megawatt-hour.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Banks in the face of war, between the 'gift' of a possible interest rate hike and the fear of defaults in a crisis

Analysts see opportunity in the banking sector despite the looming crisis due to rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

The energy crisis caused by the war with Iran is the biggest threat to the region

The energy crisis stemming from the conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran poses significant challenges in the Middle East, affecting global energy prices and prompting emergency measures from various countries.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Gas price increases, bills rise by 13% and fixed-price offers decline. The effects of the war

Gas bills in Italy are rising by an average of 13% due to the impacts of the war in the Middle East, leading to significant cost increases for consumers.

Mar 22 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Finance: the market wonders if local emissions are sufficient

The Argentine market is questioning whether the government's reliance on domestic financing will be enough as the country faces high risk levels and global financial pressures.

Mar 22 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Trump now issues ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to allow traffic through the Strait of Hormuz or face destruction of its energy infrastructure.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Trump Tries to Halt Energy Crisis: US Authorizes Sale of Iranian Crude to Lower Gas Prices

The US has authorized the sale of Iranian oil to counter rising crude prices due to the Middle East war.

Mar 21 โ€ข 21:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

News in Simple Language on March 21

The US and Israel have been engaged in conflict with Iran for four weeks, with contrasting reports regarding military actions and international cooperation on maritime security in the region.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

What is stagflation and what can we do about it?

Experts are increasingly concerned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could trigger stagflation in various economies.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

Australia last rationed fuel in the 1970s. Could we do it again?

Australia is facing a potential fuel crisis as the global energy market reacts to the US-Israel conflict, prompting discussions about the possibility of reintroducing fuel rationing.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

Is the end of the war in Iran approaching?: Trump leaves the possibility of a ceasefire up in the air

The U.S. military claims to have diminished Iran's ability to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz while President Trump contemplates reducing military efforts in the Persian Gulf.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Gasoline Prices: How Do Fuel Tax Stimuli End?

Mexican authorities have reactivated tax incentives on gasoline due to turbulence in the energy market, benefiting consumers at the pump after a year of no support.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

European Consumers Seek Solar Energy and Electric Vehicles Amid Soaring Energy Prices

Consumers in Germany and the UK are increasingly interested in residential solar panels and electric vehicles as a response to rising energy prices due to the war in Iran.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Brussels asks states to reduce their gas storage filling targets

The European Commission is urging member states to lower their gas storage targets and adopt a more gradual approach to refilling in response to rising energy prices following the conflict in Iran.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The European Commission urges EU countries to reduce gas stocks by 10%

The European Commission has called on EU member states to reduce their gas storage levels as inflation and energy prices rise due to geopolitical tensions in the region.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Iran and Russia's Oil in Service of the Market: Will Trump Succeed in Stabilizing Prices?

The article discusses the U.S. strategy under President Trump to alleviate global oil market pressures by lifting certain sanctions on Iranian and Russian oil.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Oil Executive on Energy Prices: - Not Good for Anyone

Kristin Kragseth, CEO of Petoro, expresses grave concerns about the energy market's stability due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, despite record profits from Norway's oil and gas sector.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Tusk: "This is a political revolution in the EU." What has Poland gained regarding ETS and fuel prices?

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasizes a significant political shift in the EU following the recent European Council summit, particularly regarding the future of the emissions trading system (ETS) amidst ongoing energy market challenges.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:00 UTC

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