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Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. EXMAR: Exmar reported on Thursday a decline in FY IFRS revenues to $348.9 millions but an increase in IFRS EBITDA at $204.7 million. It will not be proposing a dividend in 2024. FLUXYS: Fluxys announced on Thursday that FY revenues and EBIT had increased to 608.8 millions euros ($657.0) and 133.9million euros, respectively. It proposes to pay a EUR 1.4 dividend per share. HAL TRUST HAL Trust reported that its NAV will increase by 2,20 billion euros in 2024 to...

These are the most popular stories from the Financial Times. These stories have not been verified and we cannot vouch their accuracy. Headlines Lakshmi Mittal, steel tycoon, plans to leave UK following non-domestic tax change OnlyFans fined 1mn PS for inaccurate age-checking Just Stop Oil for direct action protests The EU's watchdog will set capital requirements for insurers who hold crypto View the full article Lakshmi Mittal, a steel tycoon from India, is planning to leave Britain as a result of governmental crackdowns on non-domiciled citizens. He will be one of the richest entrepreneurs to relocate because of tax reform....

Shell, Equinor, and TotalEnergies announced on Thursday that they would invest 7.5 billion Norwegian crowns (713.66 million dollars) in expanding their flagship project for carbon storage in western Norway. This follows a recent customer agreement. They said that the decision was made after the partners signed an agreement for a 15-year period with Stockholm Exergi, to store and transport 900,000 tons of carbon dioxide annually at the Northern Lights facility. Shell stated in a press release that the expansion will more than triple CO2 injection capability at the site to 5 million tonnes annually, which is equivalent to 10% of...

Just Stop Oil in Britain, which has been known for its high-profile actions, including throwing soup on a Van Gogh picture and disrupting sports and theater events, announced Thursday that they would be ending their direct action campaign. The group that has been campaigning for Britain to stop extracting oil and gas in 2030, and which over the past few years has become the most well-known protest organisation of the country, announced it would "hang up the hi-vis" at the end April. In recent months, activists of the group have painted the grave of Charles Darwin, British naturalist, at Westminster...

Ithaca Energy, a North Sea oil-and-gas group, has announced on Wednesday that it is undergoing a restructuring which it expects will lead to the loss of jobs. It is anticipated that the process will be completed on July 1. The exact number of affected jobs has not been disclosed. Ithaca purchased nearly all of Eni UK's oil and gas assets in an all-stock transaction worth approximately 754 million pounds (975,8 million dollars) last year with the aim of becoming one of North Sea's largest independent energy companies. Ithaca was able to increase its production forecast for 2025 as a result...

According to a document obtained by, Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS), a proxy advisor, recommends that shareholders vote for the reelection of BP’s board and management during the annual general meeting on April 17. BP's stock has performed worse than rivals Shell and Exxon over the past five years. Investors have blamed this in part on 2020, the company’s plan to grow its renewable business and cut oil and gas production. After watering down this plan, BP accelerated the pivot back to hydrocarbons with a new strategy last month. Two shareholders said that Elliott Management, an activist shareholder with a...

The oil price was little changed Tuesday as the markets assessed the impact of the newly announced U.S. Tariffs on countries who buy Venezuelan Oil and the uncertain outlook for the global demand. Brent crude futures rose 1 cent to $73.01 per barrel at 0424 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate Crude fell 1 cent to $69.10. Both benchmarks rose more than 1% after U.S. president Donald Trump announced that a 25% tax would be levied on countries importing gas and oil from Venezuela. Venezuela's primary export is oil, and China is the largest buyer. Investors are concerned that Trump's tariffs...

A panel of executives at the Financial Times Commodities Global Summit held in Lausanne, Switzerland on Monday said that European oil refineries would have to adapt to energy transition by 2035 or risk closure. As legislation on electrification and the energy transition transforms energy markets, European refiners are facing a decline in demand for road-fuels. This is also driving an increase in investments in biofuels and other alternative fuels. In 10 years, most refineries would have either converted to biorefineries or to electric fuels, or switched to hydrogen fuels with low carbon content. Ruth Herbert, Director at Essar Energy Transition...

Tullow Oil, a London-listed company, announced on Monday that it had signed an agreement to sell all of its working interests in Gabon to Gabon Oil Company for $300 million cash. The London-listed firm is looking to reduce its debt load. West-African focused exploration company has struggled with setbacks in operations, poor exploration results, changes of leadership and shifting investor attention to energy transition. Kosmos Energy, a U.S.-based oil and gas company, explored acquiring Tullow Oil in its entirety back in December. However, it abandoned the pursuit a few days later, without giving a reason. Tullow Oil said that the...

Oil prices remained stable on Monday, as investors assessed the prospects for ceasefire negotiations aimed at ending Russia-Ukraine War. This could lead to a rise in Russian oil being sold to global markets. Brent crude futures fell 8 cents or 0.1% to $72.08 per barrel at 0046 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate Crude fell 5 cents or 0.1% to $68.23. Both benchmarks closed higher on Friday, recording a second weekly gain after fresh U.S. Sanctions on Iran and the newest output plan by the OPEC+ producer groups raised expectations for tighter supply. After discussions with Ukrainian diplomats on Sunday, a...

The UK's FTSE 100 ended flat on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate decision that would be made later in the day. Energy stocks also helped to keep declines at bay. The blue-chip FTSE 100 index was barely changed while the domestically focused FTSE 250 Index edged up 0.1%. The energy sector led the gains in all sectors, boosted by rising oil prices and hopes for a rise in U.S. demand and a limited ceasefire between Ukraine & Russia. . The Fed's decision to change its policy will be the highlight of a...

The Singapore-based Jadestone Energy PLC, an oil and gas company that develops offshore gas fields, has submitted to the state-controlled PetroVietnam a plan for a joint development of two offshore gasfields in southwest Vietnam. Jadestone stated in a press release that the proposal included drilling two wells at the Nam Du and U Minh field to support a plateau production rate of 80 millions standard cubic feet per day. Jadestone, a separate company, said that the development of Nam Du and U Minh's gas fields will reduce Vietnam's future dependency on expensive liquefied gas imports. Gas will be transported to...

The copper price in London fell to a two-week low last Friday as the unease about looming U.S. Tariffs affected sentiment. As of 0717 GMT, the benchmark three-month price for copper on London Metals Exchange (LME), fell 0.5% to $9801.5 per metric tonne. The price had fallen briefly to $9,800 - its lowest level since March 17. Prices were down 0.6% for the week. Last month, U.S. president Donald Trump ordered an investigation into possible tariffs on imports of copper to rebuild U.S. manufacturing. The markets are nervous about Trump's promise to announce new tariffs, in addition to 25% on...

Gold prices reached a record high on Friday, as fears over President Donald Trump's new tariff plans fueled fears of a trade war around the world. This prompted a rush to the gold-safe haven. As of 0230 GMT spot gold rose 0.6%, to $3,073.79 per ounce. It had earlier reached a session high of $3.077.44. Bullion has risen 1.7% this week. U.S. Gold Futures rose 0.8% to $3.083.60. Gold is riding high at the moment. "Everything is in favor of gold, including U.S. economic policy, U.S. geopolitics and the slowdown in global growth," said Capital.com financial analyst Kyle Rodda. He...

Gold prices rose Thursday, as U.S. car tariffs escalated global trade tensions in advance of the April 2 deadline to reciprocate tariffs by the world's biggest economy. As of 0247 GMT, spot gold increased 0.4% to $3.030.47 per ounce. U.S. Gold Futures rose 0.5% to $3.036.00. The U.S. president Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a 25% import tariff for cars and light trucks, which will take effect next week. This is a further escalation of the global trade conflict. Investors were concerned that Trump's tariffs would fuel inflation, slow the economy and increase trade tensions. On March 20, concerns over...

The copper price in London rose on Thursday, as the markets watched inflows to the U.S. of industrial metals as demand increased ahead of possible tariffs. However, a stronger dollar slowed the gains. As of 0241 GMT, the benchmark three-month price on the London Metals Exchange increased by 0.4% to $9 969 per metric ton. Prices reached $10,164.5 per metric ton in the last session. This is the highest price since June 7. After U.S. president Donald Trump ordered an investigation into possible tariffs on imports of copper to rebuild U.S. copper production, traders have bid up the price of...

Gold prices increased for the second consecutive session on Wednesday. The demand for safe havens was boosted by markets waiting to learn more about President Donald Trump's policies on trade. By 0909 GMT spot gold had risen 0.1% to $3,022.63, while U.S. futures remained unchanged at $3.026.70. Peter Fertig, an analyst at Quantitative Commodity Analysis, said: "The U.S. Tariff Policy is one of the factors driving the gold price." Trump's policies on tariffs are expected to have a negative impact on the economy and cause further trade tensions. Trump announced on Monday that automobile tariffs will be implemented soon. However,...

An executive at Intercontinental Exchange said that the exchange plans to launch derivatives for battery metals Nickel, Cobalt, and Lithium Spodumene later this year in London. "Our customers are looking to us for products to hedge." "Our role is to ensure that there is a broad range of products," Chris Rhodes said at the FT Global Commodities Summit held in Lausanne, Switzerland. The launch of battery raw materials will begin this year with lithium, cobalt and spodumene. The global exchanges are attempting to capitalize on the expected strong growth in demand of minerals required for electric vehicles and batteries. The...

The gold price edged up on Tuesday, amid the persistent uncertainty about impending reciprocal U.S. Tariffs and their impact to the global economy. As of 0928 GMT, spot gold was up 0.3%, at $3,021.24 per ounce. U.S. Gold Futures rose 0.3% to $3 025. On March 20, spot gold reached a new record of $3,057.21. Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said that not all his levies threatened would be implemented on April 2, and some countries could get a break. Markets expect Trump's tariffs will hinder economic growth. Gold prices continue to be supported by expectations that the Federal Reserve...

Gold prices fell on Tuesday, after U.S. president Donald Trump said that not all his tariffs will take effect on the 2nd of April. This boosted risk sentiment and a Federal Reserve official indicated a cautious approach to rate cuts in 2018. As of 0224 GMT, spot gold was down by 0.1%, at $3,010.64 per ounce. U.S. Gold Futures were unchanged at $3,015.00. Gold prices have been on the decline recently as improved risk appetite, a softer U.S. trade rhetoric and a recent surge in gold's price has led to some profit-taking. Trump announced on Monday that automobile tariffs will...

The UK's benchmark FTSE 100 rose on Monday. Investors were also waiting for more clarity about U.S. president Donald Trump's proposed tariffs. The blue-chip FTSE 100 index was up 0.19%. The domestically-focused FTSE 250 index gained 0.12%. Anglo American Antofagasta Rio Tinto Glencore Fresnillo and Fresnillo are among the top gainers in the blue-chip index. They rose between 3.6% and 2.4%. The copper price in London has also risen, following the weakness of the dollar. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.4%, led by mining stocks. This week, key economic data will be released including UK inflation numbers, a budget...

Gold prices were stable on Monday due to a weaker dollar and the uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs. At 1000 GMT, spot gold was $3,024.39 per ounce. U.S. Gold Futures rose 0.3% to $3,029.50. Ross Norman, a independent analyst, said that a modestly weaker US dollar may be giving gold some momentum at the moment. Gold is now less expensive to foreign buyers because the U.S. Dollar has fallen by 0.1% on Monday against a basket other major currencies, but it's been down around 3.4% this month. U.S. president Donald Trump hinted Friday at some flexibility in regards...

Elliott Associates, a U.S. hedge fund, said Monday that it is considering taking further action against London Metal Exchange after a watchdog fined the exchange last week for allowing nickel to spiral out of control in 2013. Elliott lost its lawsuit against the LME for cancelling millions of dollars in nickel trades when the price reached a record of over $100,000 per tonne by March 2022. This led the LME, which is the largest exchange in the world, to suspend nickel trading. Elliott stated in an email that it felt vindicated following the Financial Conduct Authority's last week decision to...

Elliott, an activist investor, disclosed on Monday that he owned a stake in Germany's largest utility RWE of about 5% and called for it to increase its share-buyback program worth 1.5 billion euros ($1.6 billion). This is the first confirmation that Elliott – known for its high-profile campaigns with some of the biggest companies in the world, including BP – has a stake in RWE. Elliott, which has assets worth around $72.7 billion globally, also owns stakes in German companies such as Thyssenkrupp Uniper Bayer, SAP, and Bayer. RWE shares grew 2.3%. This was one of the largest gains among...