
LSEG hosted an Energy Webinar Series highlighting the most consequential forces reshaping the global energy sector. The discussion emphasized the accelerating shift toward cleaner power alongside heightened geopolitical tensions, fragile supply chains, and aging infrastructure risks. By framing these dynamics, the webinar underscored how they collectively influence capital allocation, policy decisions, and operational strategies for energy companies. LSEG positioned its data, analytics, and market infrastructure services as essential tools for navigating this complex environment.

Traders and analysts warned that recent disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz — driven by security risks, insurance pullbacks and halted LNG pipelines — have effectively constrained shipments of crude, LNG and fertilizer feedstocks. Market moves this week swung between...

On March 4 2026, a series of maritime incidents escalated tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters. A U.S. submarine sank an Iranian corvette near Sri Lanka, a container vessel was struck by a projectile in the Hormuz corridor, and a...

Speakers Michael Every and Craig Tyndale warn that critical minerals and rare earths are reshaping global power as China’s near-monopoly on refining, integrated off-take contracts, and willingness to subsidize losses create strategic choke points Western markets and financiers cannot resolve...

The video examines speculation that the Trump administration is considering a bold move to seize Iran’s Kharg Island, the primary hub for 80‑90 percent of the nation’s oil exports, as tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran intensify. It...

The video highlights how the ongoing Iran‑related conflict is beginning to reverberate through the global oil market. Over the past three days, roughly 15‑20 million barrels per day—about five percent of world crude output—have been held back, creating a supply...

The Farmdoc Daily analysis by OSU economist Todd Hubbs examines how eliminating the half‑RIN credit and raising Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs) reshape the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) landscape for 2026‑27. The model predicts a 12% increase in biomass‑based diesel production,...

The United States and Israel carried out coordinated strikes against Iran, including an Israeli bombing of the Hezbollah‑affiliated Al Manar TV building in Beirut. The live CNBC‑TV18 feed highlighted heightened geopolitical tension and the potential for regional retaliation. JPMorgan CEO Jamie...

Renewed conflict with Iran has driven a sharp short‑term spike in energy prices—U.S. crude jumped to about $72–73/barrel in late trading and wholesale gasoline (RBOB) surged from $1.99 to $2.37 per gallon over two days—while buyers also flocked to gold...

Marc LoPresti of MarketRebellion warned that today’s market focus will be on the escalating Iranian conflict, which is pushing crude oil prices higher and amplifying volatility. He emphasized that clearer signals on the war’s next steps are crucial for stabilizing...

Following weekend strikes by the US and Israel and a retaliatory move by Iran, Tehran has effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz, halting maritime traffic and leaving more than 150 tankers anchored on either side. The disruption sent Brent crude...

Fighting in the Middle East has sharply disrupted oil and refined-product shipments, pushing tanker rates and crude prices higher as chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz impede flows. While OPEC members signaled willingness to boost output quickly, physical disruptions and...

On day three of the Iran-related conflict, Iranian forces fired more than 300 drones (but fewer missiles), striking targets as far afield as Cyprus while U.S. forces suffered the loss of three fighter aircraft in a friendly-fire incident in Kuwait....

U.S. equity futures swung sharply after weekend news of U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran but stocks largely stabilized, leaving major indices trading in a narrow range around the 6,900 area despite heightened volatility. Oil spiked roughly 7%, lifting select energy and...

A surprise rebound in US manufacturing (two months of rapid growth per the ISM) coincided with weekend strikes by the US and Israel on Iran, sending risk assets and safe-havens swinging. Crude oil surged—briefly touching around $75—on fears that disruption...

The market currently holds ample heavy crude, but supply certainty fades beyond the next two weeks. Refiners are increasingly concerned about potential fluctuations in crude specifications, not just volume. Variations in quality can erode margins and trigger price volatility. Stakeholders...

The first Global Sustainability Challenge culminated in a Stanford‑hosted final, where student teams from North and South America displayed innovative climate and energy solutions aimed at local community problems. Highlights included an oyster‑based water‑filtration system that uses an alkaline force field...

The episode focuses on the accelerating uranium market, driven by a wave of new nuclear reactors and the power‑hungry AI data‑center boom. Host Jesse Day and Noble Plains CEO Drew Zimmerman dissect how demand is becoming increasingly inelastic while supply...

The IEA’s "Everything Energy" podcast spotlights a shifting definition of energy security, expanding the focus from traditional oil reliance to encompass natural gas, electricity resilience, and the strategic importance of critical minerals. At the recent ministerial meeting in Paris, officials...

The video outlines heat pumps as a cornerstone of the low‑carbon transition, highlighting their potential to satisfy up to 80% of worldwide space‑ and water‑heating needs. Powered by electricity, these systems move heat from air, ground, or water into buildings,...

The S&P/ASX 200 slipped 0.03% to 9,200.90 points as March opened with heightened geopolitical risk from US‑Israeli strikes on Iran. Energy stocks rallied 5.3% after Brent crude surged up to 13% before easing, lifting Woodside and Santos by roughly 7%...

The March 1 2026 video assesses whether the Strait of Hormuz is open or closed, focusing on real‑time shipping activity and oil flow amid escalating U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran. Host Sal Maglaniano uses MarineTraffic data to show a dramatic drop in green...

The DW News segment focuses on Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warning that no vessel may transit the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint through which roughly one‑fifth of the world’s crude oil passes. The announcement comes amid heightened military tension and a...

Venezuela’s heavy‑oil sector faces a pivotal shift as its aging upgrader fleet limits production capacity. Export‑ready crude now depends on diluent‑blending, creating a new logistical bottleneck. The country must decide between securing diluent supplies, expanding blending operations, or investing in...

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong warned that the outbreak of war in Iran will reverberate far beyond the Middle East, directly influencing Singapore’s economy. He highlighted that the conflict is likely to push global energy prices higher and reshape the...

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong warned that the escalating conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran will reverberate through global energy markets, pushing prices higher. He noted that Israel and the U.S. launched a joint strike on Iran, prompting...

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers are purpose-built vessels featuring large spherical, heavily insulated tanks that store LNG at about -62°C to keep it in liquid form during long voyages. The extreme cold and risk of vaporization—LNG expands roughly 600 times...

The Watson Lecture featured Professor Kimberly C. discussing the next generation of sustainable battery chemistries at Caltech. After a lively introduction that highlighted Caltech’s unique undergraduate culture—tiny class sizes, a 3:1 student‑to‑faculty ratio, and a tradition of hands‑on research—the...

The International Energy Agency convened its 2026 Ministerial, described as its most consequential gathering, drawing nearly 60 governments to discuss the accelerating global energy transition. The meeting announced the accession of Brazil as a full member, welcomed Colombia as a new...

Hungary’s prime minister Viktor Orban has asked the European Union to launch a fact‑finding mission into recent disruptions of the Druzhba pipeline, which still supplies Russian crude to Hungary and Slovakia. Orban accused Ukraine of deliberately threatening Hungary’s energy security in...

A potential disruption of the Hormuz Strait could cause a sharp rise in gasoline prices just as the U.S. enters its primary driving season. At the same time, lingering tariff uncertainties and a recent slide in crude oil prices are...

Harvard Voices on Climate Change hosted a session with Charles Taylor and Andrew Mergen to dissect the decision‑making process behind renewable‑energy project locations. The discussion highlighted legal, environmental, and community factors that influence where wind and solar farms are built....

The video examines how exploding AI workloads are turning data centers into energy‑intensive behemoths, prompting a looming need for new power generation in the United States over the next decade. Dr. Anthony Lizeritz cites Nick Mueller of Carnegie Mellon,...

Canada is positioning itself to become the global hub for high‑quality, science‑backed carbon credits. Achieving this ambition requires a seamless blend of rigorous measurement, trusted verification, and transparent market mechanisms. Regulators and innovators must collaborate to craft a world‑class certification...

The video provides a snapshot of commercial real‑estate dynamics in 2026, focusing on three pivotal segments: multifamily housing, data‑center development, and the broader capital‑markets environment. It highlights how divergent trends are reshaping each sector and what investors should watch as...

The video examines how the U.S. Navy’s deployment of the aircraft carrier Gerald Ford has already lifted global oil prices by roughly 10‑15% and warns that a disruption to Iran’s roughly one‑million‑barrel‑per‑day export flow could trigger a further 20‑25% price jump. Analysts cited...

The episode of Metals in Motion focuses on the accelerating demand for uranium as the nuclear power sector positions itself for a decade‑long growth spurt. Sprat Asset Management’s CEO John Champalia explains why the firm has placed uranium among its...

China’s aggressive scaling of solar panels, lithium‑ion batteries and electric‑vehicle components has slashed global costs, driving module prices down roughly 70% and battery packs below $100 per kilowatt‑hour. The price plunge unlocked unprecedented capital inflows, with global solar installations surpassing...

The episode examines how the United States’ natural‑gas market is transitioning from a decade of ultra‑low prices to a tighter, higher‑cost environment. Rising demand from newly approved LNG export projects, rapid data‑center build‑outs supporting AI workloads, and broader electrification are...

European Green Transition PLC (EGT) is buying a UK‑Ireland wind turbine O&M platform for £3.5 million, adding a business that services 900 turbines and posted £14.7 million revenue in 2025. The acquisition unlocks a repowering pipeline worth up to £19 million, supporting EGT’s...

IRENA released its flagship report, Innovation Landscape for Sustainable Development Powered by Renewables, which catalogs 40 renewable‑focused innovations. The report serves as a strategic toolkit for policymakers to combine technologies that build resilient power systems and expand energy access. It...

The episode examines the Environmental Protection Agency’s abrupt reversal of the 2009 greenhouse‑gas endangerment finding and the associated vehicle emissions standards, a move the administration touts as the largest deregulatory action in U.S. history. The discussion traces the Clean Air...

The video examines Cuba’s deepening oil shortage, arguing that the island nation will not receive a new external lifeline in the near term. The speaker notes that traditional allies—China, Russia, Mexico and Brazil—are unlikely to boost shipments, even as Brazil now...

Helix Exploration PLC announced it has become the first helium producer in Montana, achieving commercial output just 22 months after its IPO – the fastest timeline for any publicly traded helium explorer. The Rudyard plant is initially delivering about 1,500...

Deloitte’s Finance Trends 2026 report projects AI‑driven efficiencies could shave roughly 12,000 terawatt‑hours from global energy use and generate up to $500 billion in annual cost savings by 2050. While AI’s current electricity demand is high, the analysis argues that its...

The video examines how a potential U.S. military strike on Iran could reverberate through global oil markets, focusing on the risk of heightened volatility amid ongoing nuclear negotiations. Former Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz argues that, structurally, the market is currently...

The video examines whether copper miners can outpace a potential U.S. recession, arguing that copper’s price dynamics have shifted from a pure barometer of global growth to a commodity powered by structural demand. Over the past five years copper has rallied...

The market outlook for the week of February 23 centers on President Trump’s first State of the Union of his second term, a Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, and escalating geopolitical tension with Iran. Traders will dissect any language on trade...

The video spotlights the United States’ oil blockade on Cuba, framing it as a deliberate energy siege designed to cripple the island’s economy and precipitate regime change. It argues that the embargo, now intensified under the Trump administration, constitutes...

Market participants centered on trade policy developments, assessing their impact on WTI crude oil futures and equity indexes. The Treasury’s $183 billion auction of two‑year, five‑year, and seven‑year notes added pressure on bond yields, while a busy earnings season featuring 476...