Tag: energy
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Are We Entering a Commodities Supercycle in 2026? Stocks Hint at a Prolonged Boom
Introduction: Why 2026 Might Look Different for Commodities Financial markets are increasingly signaling that another commodities supercycle could be taking shape in 2026. Investors are turning to hard assets—things you can physically hold, like metals, energy, and agricultural commodities—because these assets often retain value during inflation and periods of market volatility. The current setup suggests…
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2026 Commodities Supercycle: Are Stocks Pointing to a New Era for Hard Assets?
Overview: A Potential 2026 Commodities Supercycle Markets are increasingly suggesting that 2026 could feature a sustained upswing in commodity-related investments. Stocks tied to hard assets—ranging from metals and minerals to energy and agricultural inputs—have shown resilience during recent volatility, fueling talk of a prolonged commodities boom. Investors watch with interest as these assets historically retain…
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Oil Prices Rise on US Inventory Draw, Venezuela in Focus
Oil Prices Edge Higher After US Inventory Draw Oil prices traded higher on Thursday, snapping two days of declines, as a larger-than-expected draw in U.S. crude inventories provided buoyancy for traders. The market was also scanning developments in Venezuela, where political and economic factors could influence supply dynamics. Brent crude rose in early trading, seeking…
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China Advances Toward Fusion Break-even with New Breakthrough
Overview: A Significant Step Toward Fusion Breakeven China is tightening its grip on the race to achieve fusion breakeven, a milestone where the energy produced by a fusion reaction matches or exceeds the energy put in. In recent months, Chinese researchers have announced results that suggest progress beyond incremental gains, rekindling global interest in how…
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Singapore’s Digital Empire Hits the Energy Wall
Singapore’s Digital Empire: A Compact Powerhouse Singapore has long positioned itself as a global technology hub, drawing startups, hyperscalers, and fintechs into a high-density, high-energy economy. But beneath the gleam of a thriving digital scene lies a stubborn constraint: the city-state’s finite land, water, and, most pressingly, energy capacity. As the digital economy expands—from data…
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Five Things to Know About Oil in Venezuela
Introduction: Why Venezuela’s Oil Matters Venezuela sits on some of the world’s most oil-rich reserves, shaping regional economies and global energy markets. While production and profits have fluctuated amid sanctions, governance changes, and debt, the country’s oil sector remains a focal point for international policymakers, investors, and energy analysts. Here are five essential things to…
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Is Berkshire Hathaway a Buy, Hold, or Sell in 2026? A Practical Investor Guide
Overview: Berkshire Hathaway in 2026 Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) remains one of the most closely watched names in the stock market. After a multi-year run that has seen the stock double in value, investors are asking a practical question: Is Berkshire a buy, hold, or sell in 2026? This analysis weighs current earnings, capital allocation, and…
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Johor KPDN Probes Malaysians Pumping RON95 for Singapore Cars
Overview of the Allegations The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) is examining claims that Malaysian drivers of Singapore-registered vehicles have been refueling with subsidised RON95 petrol in Johor. The probe aims to determine whether this practice constitutes misuse of subsidies or a broader attempt to circumvent price controls and vehicle taxation regimes…
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Philippines Awards 13 PPP Projects in 2025: A Boost for Infrastructure
Overview: PPP Center Announces 13 Awards for 2025 The Philippine government contends that public-private partnerships (PPPs) remain a key strategy to close the country’s infrastructure gap. In 2025, the PPP Center publicly announced the award of 13 projects spanning various sectors, signaling a renewed commitment to mobilize private capital for national development. These awards cover…
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Our 2026 Malaysia Stock Picks: Top Growth Ideas for the New Year
Looking Back at 2025: A Springboard for 2026 Our 2025 picks delivered a better return than the broad market, gaining 10.3% against the FBM KLCI’s 3.9%. That outperformance underscores a few enduring themes: select banks with solid capital positions, exporters riding commodity cycles, and consumer-focused companies that weather higher borrowing costs. As Bursa Malaysia navigates…