Oil prices dropped as the US and Iran signed an interim agreement to end the Iran war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and lift sanctions on Tehran's oil. This deal aims to resolve a major energy supply disruption, with WTI Crude trading at $76.10 and Brent Crude at $78.86.
La Cour administrative de Nantes condamne l'État à réparer le préjudice écologique causé par les algues vertes en baie de Saint-Brieuc et à réduire les déversements d'azote.
A surge in apartment construction has created a renter's market in some US cities, with landlords offering incentives like free rent. However, this trend is not uniform, with cities like Chicago experiencing significant rent increases due to high demand and limited supply.
Russia's current account surplus fell to $20.1 billion in January-April 2026 from $21 billion in the same period of 2025, according to the Bank of Russia. The surplus in April 2026 rose to $6.7 billion.
The US is in advanced talks with five companies to convert surplus plutonium into fuel for new nuclear reactors, driven by rising power demands from data centers. While companies see economic viability and an alternative to disposal, experts raise concerns over high security costs and terrorism risks associated with the dangerous material.
Russia's foreign trade surplus fell 3.36% YoY to $43.1 bln in Jan-Apr 2026. Exports rose to $135.4 bln, imports to $92.3 bln, increasing trade turnover by 4.83% to $227.7 bln.
L'articolo critica l'aumento dei dazi e l'abiura della cooperazione tra Paesi, evidenziando come la Cina stia scaricando il suo surplus produttivo all'estero. L'UE è esortata a unirsi per evitare di soccombere.
South Korea's trade balance with China has swung into a significant surplus, driven by a surge in memory chip exports. This marks a rare bright spot among East Asian economies facing pressure from China's rising competitiveness.
L'autoconsommation d'électricité solaire explose en France, avec une hausse de 78% des installations individuelles au premier trimestre. Cependant, cette tendance s'accompagne d'une multiplication par six des litiges liés à la revente du surplus d'énergie solaire depuis 2022.
Indonesia's economy presents a mixed picture with a significant narrowing of its trade surplus in April to $90 million, down from $3.32 billion in March. Despite this, exports and imports saw robust growth, indicating strong domestic demand and manufacturing activity. Inflation also rose in May, driven by transportation and food prices.
South Korea's trade surplus surpassed $100 billion in Jan-May, exceeding the 2017 annual record. While exports boom driven by AI and semiconductors, traditional industries and SMEs struggle, widening the economic divide.
Bloomberg columnist Javier Blas predicts a global LNG surplus and low prices between 2026-2030 due to expanded capacity. He doubts demand will match the projected doubling of production, suggesting prices must fall to incentivize consumption.
Delhi Gymkhana Club's surplus surged nearly tenfold to Rs 9.5 crore in 2023-24, driven by restaurants, bars, and banquets. The club maintains strong financial reserves despite land lease and legal challenges.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will transfer a record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to the government for FY 2026-27. This payout, the highest ever, will help manage the fiscal deficit and fund public spending amid global economic challenges.
RBI announced a record Rs 2.87 lakh crore surplus transfer to the Indian government for FY27, falling short of budget estimates. This payout, driven by foreign exchange gains and investment income, provides a crucial fiscal buffer amid rising energy prices and economic pressures.
South Korea's trade surplus in cosmetic products exceeded $10 billion for the first time in 2025, reaching $10.1 billion, a 13.5% increase from the previous year. This milestone highlights the K-beauty industry's significant growth, driven by global popularity of Korean cultural content.
South Korea's cosmetics trade surplus surpassed $10 billion for the first time in 2024, reaching $10.1 billion, a 13.5% increase from the previous year. Exports also hit a record high of $11.4 billion, making Korea the second-largest exporter globally, trailing only France.
Saudi Arabia's trade surplus surged by 218.9% in March, reaching its highest level since 2022, driven by a 37.4% increase in oil exports. The East-West pipeline played a crucial role in enhancing export efficiency and diversifying market access.
Tasmania's 2026-27 budget forecasts a deficit for the upcoming year, followed by a $192.5 million net operating surplus in 2027-28, with peak debt expected by 2028-29 before decline, according to Treasurer Eric Abetz.
A Brussels thinktank warns Germany risks deindustrialisation similar to the US in 2001 due to China's growing trade surplus. The CER report highlights a $25bn deficit and Beijing's targeted policies against German industry.
The Reserve Bank of India's board will meet on May 22 to decide on a record surplus transfer to the government for FY27. Economists estimate the payout between Rs 2.7 lakh crore and Rs 3 lakh crore, potentially aiding the government in narrowing its fiscal deficit.
Russia's current account surplus decreased to $12.2 billion in Q1 2026 from $18.4 billion in Q1 2025, driven by a widening services deficit and a reduced income deficit, according to the Bank of Russia.
Australia's wine industry is investigating using its 263-million-litre red wine surplus as biofuel for vehicles. The process involves distilling the wine to extract ethanol, potentially offering an alternative use for oversupplied product and supporting struggling grape growers.
Greece's state budget surplus in Q1 2026 exceeded its target by more than double, reaching €5.175 billion. However, the headline figure was inflated by one-off entries, with the underlying surplus estimated at €358m.
