Exxon and Chevron Profits Rise on War-Driven Refining Boom

By admin October 30, 2026 No comment

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US oil giants ExxonMobil and Chevron reported better-than-expected third-quarter profits on Friday, October 30, as rising refining margins boosted earnings from their fuel production businesses. Disruptions to global energy markets caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict have restricted fuel supplies, pushing gasoline and diesel

Southern Italy Truckers Ease Protests After Government Approves Aid

By admin October 23, 2026 No comment

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Truck drivers in southern Italy began easing protests on Thursday after Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government approved additional financial assistance to offset rising fuel costs. Hauliers had blocked roads and motorways since the previous week, disrupting the movement of essential goods and demanding government support. Protest representatives in Sicily and Calabria

French Fishermen Block Ports Over Rising Fuel Costs

By admin September 17, 2026 No comment

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French fishermen blocked access to several ports in southern France on September 17, protesting soaring fuel prices and worsening working conditions. Demonstrations along the Mediterranean coast have entered their third day, adding to a wider wave of protests across the country. Facing pressure from the fishing and other sectors, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu extended

Lufthansa Warns of Lower Profit Amid Fuel Price Volatility

By admin August 4, 2026 No comment

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Lufthansa has warned that its operating profit could decline in 2026 as volatile fuel prices continue to weigh on earnings. The German airline said higher fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions, including the U.S.-Iran conflict, caused its second-quarter operating profit to more than halve, prompting a weaker full-year outlook. The airline now expects adjusted EBIT

German Carmakers Face Mounting Pressure Amid Global Auto Industry Shift

By admin June 5, 2026 No comment

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German automakers are losing momentum as global rivals gain ground, according to a new EY analysis. While major automotive groups worldwide posted a 2% increase in first-quarter revenue, German manufacturers recorded a 4% decline, reflecting growing challenges in key international markets. Industry experts point to a combination of factors behind the downturn, including

Iran War Slows European Economy as Prices Surge Across Region

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Europe’s economy is facing mounting pressure as the ongoing Iran war drives up energy costs and weakens business activity across the region. Fresh data showed the euro zone economy contracted at its fastest pace since late 2023, with rising fuel and living costs reducing consumer demand and hurting the services sector. Economists warned the crisis […]

Europe EV Sales Surge as Fuel Prices Spike Amid Iran Conflict

By admin May 20, 2026 No comment

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Electric vehicle demand across Europe has jumped sharply as soaring fuel prices linked to the Iran conflict push consumers toward electric mobility. According to data shared with Reuters, registrations of new EVs across major European markets rose 34% year-on-year in April, while demand for both new and used electric cars surged significantly. Industry players said […]

Fuel Surge Forces Croatian Fishermen to Halt Operations

By admin May 2, 2026 No comment

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Fishermen along Croatia’s Adriatic coast are suspending operations as soaring fuel prices—linked to tensions around Iran—make their work financially unsustainable. In Dubrovnik, fishing captain Dinko Cvjetojevic said that despite favorable weather and abundant fish, many boats remain docked as the cost of fuel has sharply increased. Fuel expenses now account for as much as

Lufthansa Cuts 20,000 Flights Amid Fuel Price Surge

By admin April 23, 2026 No comment

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Lufthansa has announced it will cut around 20,000 short-haul European flights this summer, citing soaring jet fuel prices that have made many routes unprofitable. Fuel costs have surged sharply following tensions in the Middle East, particularly linked to the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, which has disrupted fuel production and transport. The […]

Airlines Struggle as Fuel Price Surge Clouds Profit Outlook

By admin March 30, 2026 No comment

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Global airlines are raising ticket prices and reducing flight capacity as soaring oil prices sharply increase operating costs, creating uncertainty for the industry’s profitability. The sudden spike in jet fuel prices, triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, has forced carriers to rethink pricing strategies and route planning, even as higher travel costs