World Shares Mostly Rise After Modest Wall Street Moves
Global stock markets showed modest gains on January 9, 2026, following a flat session for U.S. futures. Get the latest on key economic indicators and market trends.
Global stock markets showed modest gains on January 9, 2026, following a flat session for U.S. futures. Get the latest on key economic indicators and market trends.
Analysis of Venezuela's turbulent oil sector, renewed U.S. engagement, and the strategic implications for Canada's energy industry and foreign policy. Read more.
The U.S.-led removal of Venezuela's Maduro marks a geopolitical shift. John Manley argues Canadian companies must now treat political risk as a core business priority, not retreat from global markets.
Chinese refiners are seeking Canadian crude as a replacement for sanctioned Venezuelan oil, with China buying nearly 40% of Canada's seaborne exports in 2025. Discover the market shift.
The dramatic arrest of Venezuela's Maduro and U.S. oil seizures are reshaping global energy markets. Investors are now eyeing Latin American opportunities. Discover the implications for Canada.
Asian stock markets mostly fell on Thursday, January 8, 2026, following a cooling of Wall Street's strong start to the year. Get the latest on global market trends and analysis.
The U.S.-backed change in Venezuela puts Canada's oil exports at risk, highlighting an urgent need for trade diversification and infrastructure investment. Read the analysis.
Venezuela holds the world's largest oil reserves but production is a fraction of its peak. Sanctions and crumbling infrastructure mean its impact on tight global crude markets remains minimal. Discover the barriers to unlocking its potential.
The potential return of Venezuelan oil to global markets could benefit U.S. Gulf Coast refiners while posing a competitive threat to Canadian heavy crude producers. Analysis of the shifting energy landscape.
President Trump announces Venezuela will send up to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., a move reshaping global energy flows and challenging China's influence. Read the full analysis.
Global stock markets showed a mixed performance after Wall Street reached record highs driven by tech gains. Get the latest analysis on the market movements.
The U.S. and Venezuela reach a landmark deal for up to $2 billion in crude oil exports, redirecting shipments from China. President Trump announces the agreement, which follows the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Experts say concerns that Canadian oil exports will be displaced by Venezuelan crude are premature. Canada's deep integration with U.S. refineries and Venezuela's infrastructure challenges provide a buffer.
The U.S. dollar declined for a second day as optimism replaced fears over Venezuela. Global stocks rallied, while Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney commented on oil competitiveness. Get the full market analysis.
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 stock index soared to a historic peak on Monday, January 5, 2026, leading a day of mostly positive global market performance. Oil prices also climbed. Get the full market analysis.
A political shift in Venezuela could flood markets with heavy crude, undercutting Canadian oil prices and investment. Explore the potential risks for Alberta's economy.
U.S. President Donald Trump's takeover of Venezuela's oil sector underscores the critical need for Canada to build new pipelines to access global markets, boosting national revenues.
The dramatic capture of Venezuela's president by U.S. forces has sent shockwaves through North American oil markets, weakening Canadian heavy crude prices. Discover the immediate impact and long-term outlook for Alberta's energy sector.
U.S. oil companies see gains after former President Trump signals potential access to Venezuela's vast reserves, reshaping global energy dynamics. Explore the implications for markets and geopolitics.
Trump's plan for US firms to revitalize Venezuela's oil post-Maduro capture won't impact prices soon. Analysts say rebuilding decayed infrastructure requires a decade and $100B. Explore the global energy implications.
World shares begin 2026 on a positive note as Britain's FTSE and South Korea's KOSPI reach historic peaks. Get the details on the global market rally and its implications.
Venezuela's oil storage tanks are reportedly filled with residual fuel as exports are slashed to a minimum, according to Reuters sources. Explore the details and implications of this significant development in the global energy sector.
U.S. crude oil imports dropped sharply last week to their lowest point in nearly five years, according to the Energy Information Administration. Explore the data and potential market impacts.
Brent crude steadies above $61 as markets brace for the largest yearly decline since 2020. Geopolitical risks and rising global supplies drive the surplus expected to pressure prices into 2026.
Global stock markets showed mixed results on December 31, 2025, with several exchanges closed for the New Year. The AP reports on the year's final trading session.
Crude oil finds balance as Venezuela, Russia tensions offset fears of a global surplus. WTI holds near $58, but heads for steep annual decline on OPEC+ output.
Crude oil prices reversed losses as US-led Ukraine peace talks faced new complications and China pledged fiscal support for growth. WTI settled above US$58.
Global stock markets show a mixed response following the S&P 500's record close, driven by robust U.S. economic indicators. Explore the latest market movements and key financial trends.
Venezuela's government is pushing to criminalize the seizure of its oil tankers as former U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime. This geopolitical tension could impact global oil markets.
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.