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Motor-oil supplies tighten, raising risk of pricier oil changes

Motor-oil supplies tighten, raising risk of pricier oil changes

Nissan has withdrawn a warning about possible U.S. motor-oil shortages but says supply could change quickly, Hearst Television reported Monday. The Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association said Middle East disruptions are raising costs and limiting Group III base oil, used in many synthetic oils. Toyota and General Motors have also responded to supply concerns. Some suppliers and analysts report emerging shortages in certain synthetic oils.
UK Stock Market Live: FTSE 100 Falls Again as Oil Tops $100 and Labour Losses Hit London Shares

UK Stock Market Live: FTSE 100 Falls Again as Oil Tops $100 and Labour Losses Hit London Shares

The FTSE 100 fell 0.75% to 10,200.29 in Friday morning trade, extending losses as renewed U.S.-Iran clashes pushed Brent oil above $100 a barrel. Labour’s local election setbacks weighed on sterling and gilts, adding political risk to the market downturn. Airlines including IAG warned of lower profits due to rising fuel costs. European shares tracked lower, with the STOXX 600 down 0.8%.
Shell’s $16.4 Billion ARC Resources Deal Puts Canada LNG Back in the Spotlight

Shell’s $16.4 Billion ARC Resources Deal Puts Canada LNG Back in the Spotlight

Shell agreed to buy ARC Resources in a deal valued at about US$16.4 billion, including debt, giving Shell a major position in Canada’s Montney shale. ARC shareholders will receive C$32.80 per share in cash and stock. The acquisition adds 370,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day and 1.5 million net acres to Shell’s portfolio. ARC shareholders are set to vote in July, with closing expected in late 2026.
3 May 2026
S&P 500 Nears Record as Iran Talk Hopes Sink Oil, Lift Dow and Nasdaq in Earnings Rush

S&P 500 Nears Record as Iran Talk Hopes Sink Oil, Lift Dow and Nasdaq in Earnings Rush

U.S. stocks surged Tuesday, with the S&P 500 nearing its January record as oil prices fell and hopes rose for renewed U.S.-Iran talks. The Nasdaq gained about 2%, marking its longest winning streak since 2021, while the Dow climbed nearly 318 points. Producer prices rose less than expected in March. BlackRock and Citigroup reported strong quarterly results.
When Will Gas Prices Fall? Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Quick Relief as Oil Rebounds

When Will Gas Prices Fall? Iran Ceasefire May Not Bring Quick Relief as Oil Rebounds

Brent crude rebounded 3% Thursday despite a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with the Strait of Hormuz still nearly shut and only one oil-products tanker passing in 24 hours. U.S. gasoline averaged $4.166 a gallon on April 9, and AAA said prices could drop slowly. North Sea Forties crude hit a record $146.43 a barrel. The U.S. EIA expects Hormuz flows may take months to recover.
Oil Prices Week Ahead: Brent Near $113 With Hormuz Talks, Houthi Risk and OPEC+ in Focus

Oil Prices Week Ahead: Brent Near $113 With Hormuz Talks, Houthi Risk and OPEC+ in Focus

Brent crude closed at $112.57 a barrel Friday, up 4.2%, and WTI at $99.64, up 5.5%, as traders doubted a quick Gulf ceasefire. Houthis’ entry into the conflict has nearly halted flows through the Strait of Hormuz, causing the largest supply disruption on record, according to the IEA. Two Chinese ships turned back Friday, and tanker traffic remains limited. OPEC+ meets April 5 to review output.
Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Falls, but Qatar Shock Keeps Market Tight

Natural Gas Price Today: Europe Gas Falls, but Qatar Shock Keeps Market Tight

Dutch TTF gas traded at 53-54 euros/MWh Tuesday after topping 60 euros Monday, still far above last month’s levels. QatarEnergy declared force majeure on some LNG contracts after Iranian strikes cut 17% of its export capacity. Europe’s storage stands at 28.5%, with Shell warning of possible shortages by next month. Euro zone private-sector growth nearly stalled in March as energy prices surged.
Venture Global Stock Price Today: Shares Flat After Settlement Talks, New Vitol LNG Deal

Venture Global Stock Price Today: Shares Flat After Settlement Talks, New Vitol LNG Deal

Venture Global shares closed at $15.80, down less than 0.1%, after CEO Mike Sabel said the company is in talks to settle arbitration cases with customers including BP and Shell. The company announced a new five-year LNG supply deal with Vitol as Gulf war damage disrupted global LNG flows and BP seeks at least $3.7 billion in damages. Cheniere shares rose 2.3%, while Venture Global lagged the market rebound.
Venture Global shares jump after New York judge blocks Shell bid in LNG fight

Venture Global shares jump after New York judge blocks Shell bid in LNG fight

Venture Global shares rose over 8% Tuesday after a New York judge rejected Shell’s attempt to overturn an LNG arbitration award. The company reported a 191% jump in adjusted core profit to $2 billion for Q4, driven by higher Plaquemines plant output. Venture Global also signed a five-year LNG supply deal with Trafigura starting in 2026. U.S. LNG supply remains tight after Qatar’s outage.
4 March 2026
Shell stock watch: Oil drops 1% and buyback scrutiny builds before the bell

Shell stock watch: Oil drops 1% and buyback scrutiny builds before the bell

Shell’s U.S. shares closed at $75.29, up 0.8% Friday, as Brent crude fell 1% to $67.38 after the U.S. and Iran agreed to continue nuclear talks. Shell reported Q4 adjusted earnings of $3.3 billion, missing forecasts, but raised its dividend 4% and began a $3.5 billion buyback. CEO Wael Sawan cited $26 billion in free cash flow and $45.7 billion net debt. Shell paused new investment in Kazakhstan amid $16.5 billion in disputes.
Shell stock price slides with oil — what to watch before Feb 5 earnings

Shell stock price slides with oil — what to watch before Feb 5 earnings

Shell’s U.S. shares fell 1.7% to $75.73 on Monday as oil prices slid over 4% following signs of easing U.S.-Iran tensions. Brent crude settled at $66.30 a barrel. Investors are focused on Shell’s fourth-quarter results and dividend announcement due Feb. 5. Analysts expect major European oil firms to cut shareholder returns, mainly by reducing buybacks.
Natural gas pops again after big storage draw — here’s what traders watch next

Natural gas pops again after big storage draw — here’s what traders watch next

U.S. natural gas futures rose 4.1% to $3.886 per mmBtu Thursday as storms cut production by about 10%, forcing heavy inventory withdrawals and rare LNG imports. The March contract replaced February as the benchmark after a volatile roll. Storage fell by 242 Bcf to 2,823 Bcf last week, according to EIA. EQT shares closed up 0.7% but dipped after hours.
Shell stock: What to watch before London open as Venture Global LNG court fight resurfaces

Shell stock: What to watch before London open as Venture Global LNG court fight resurfaces

Shell asked a U.S. court to investigate possible undisclosed communications in its legal dispute with Venture Global LNG, according to a newly released transcript. The company also reported repurchasing 1.31 million shares ahead of its buyback program’s Jan. 30 end. Shell shares rose 0.9% in London Tuesday, while its U.S. ADR gained 3% as oil prices jumped on storm-related supply disruptions.
Shell’s $20 billion Nigeria Bonga bet collides with talk of an Argentina shale exit

Shell’s $20 billion Nigeria Bonga bet collides with talk of an Argentina shale exit

Nigeria approved investment-linked incentives for Shell’s Bonga South West deepwater oil project after talks with CEO Wael Sawan, who said a final investment decision may come by 2027. Shell has approached potential buyers about selling its Vaca Muerta shale assets in Argentina, according to sources. The company declined to comment on the possible sale.
24 January 2026
Shell stock set for Monday spotlight after Reuters report flags LNG Canada stake-sale talks

Shell stock set for Monday spotlight after Reuters report flags LNG Canada stake-sale talks

Shell shares closed up 0.2% in London and U.S. ADRs rose 1.1% after Reuters reported the company may sell part of its 40% stake in LNG Canada. Shell repurchased over 1.1 million shares Friday as buybacks continued. Brent crude settled at $64.13 a barrel, up 0.6%. Investors are watching for confirmation of any LNG Canada sale ahead of Shell’s upcoming earnings report.
18 January 2026
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21 May 2026
The SPAC and New Issue ETF, now trading as SPCK, closed up 0.64% at $22.09 on Wednesday after SpaceX filed for a $75 billion IPO under the fund’s old ticker. The fund reported $7.14 million in net assets and 41 holdings as of May 19. New listings included a $75 million IPO from Research Alliance III and filings from FutureCorp Space Acquisition 1 and JAB Acquisition I. The SEC proposed easing share issuance rules for public companies.
EnerSys Stock Flips After Earnings as Guidance Tops Trader Hopes

EnerSys Stock Flips After Earnings as Guidance Tops Trader Hopes

21 May 2026
EnerSys shares rose in after-hours trading after the company posted fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $3.19 per share on $988 million in revenue, both above analyst estimates. The stock closed regular hours down 1.3% at $214.56, then quoted up 5.8% to $227. First-quarter profit guidance also topped forecasts. Management cited strong data center and defense demand, but noted continued weakness in motive-power and transportation.
Silexion Soars After Cancer Study, Liquidity and Nasdaq Issues Linger for SLXN

Silexion Soars After Cancer Study, Liquidity and Nasdaq Issues Linger for SLXN

21 May 2026
Silexion Therapeutics shares surged 97% to $0.5298 on Wednesday with over 325 million shares traded, then fell 9.5% after hours. The move followed news that Israel approved a Phase 2/3 trial of its lead pancreatic cancer drug, SIL204. Silexion reported a Q1 net loss of $2.7 million and $2.4 million in cash. The company plans a 1-for-10 reverse share split by early June.
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