FTSE 100 dips as bonds struggle after Burnham win The FTSE 100 closed down 36.43 points, 0.4%, at 10,363.27. Evening Standard · Jun 19
Unusual Put Options Activity in Lam Research Stock Highlights Its Value Today, there is a high volume of out-of-the-money (OTM) put options activity in Lam Research stock for a longer-dated expiry period. That highlights the underlying value of LRCX stock, which with 27% upside. Barchart · Jun 16
FTSE 100 struggles despite US-Iran deal progress The index closed down 41.10 points at 10,430.62. Evening Standard · Jun 15
FTSE soars on peace hope as SpaceX IPO blasts off The FTSE 100 closed up 167.84 points, or 1.6%, at 10,471.72. Evening Standard · Jun 12
The rightwing campaign to control how US judges view the climate crisis US energy secretary Chris Wright featured in seminars to judges when he was a fracking executive The Guardian - US · Jun 10
BP's new CEO Meg O'Neill rips up the energy giant's playbook—and the 'green' era with it O’Neill, who took over on April 1, is the only woman to serve as CEO of a traditional Big Oil supermajor in Europe or the U.S. Fortune · Jun 9
FTSE 100 down as Asia-focused financials struggle Oil prices also fell after US President Donald Trump said negotiations over a peace deal to end the Middle East war were in their final stages. Evening Standard · Jun 9
New BP boss overhauls structure to simplify operations BP said it will be reorganised into two business divisions – upstream and downstream – from the start of July. Evening Standard · Jun 9
The women running Europe in 2026 Twenty of the leaders celebrated in Fortune’s Most Powerful Women list are from Europe. Their roles reveal where power is concentrated across the continent and what it takes to reach the top of European business. Fortune · Jun 8
BP says it paid £1.2bn in UK taxes last year amid Government plans to raise more The energy firm said the total amount of taxes paid in 2025 include £422 million raised from the energy profits levy. Evening Standard · Jun 8
Energy transport corridors to Europe boosted by AI and new digital systems AI and new digital technologies are key to the urgently needed alternative energy trade routes through the Southern Gas Corridor and the Middle Corridor systems connecting the Caspian and Europe. Euronews · Jun 3
The BP drama will fade: boards are allowed to ditch the chair Rather than a continuation of the company’s recent issues, isn’t this an example of the board doing what it is supposed to do? The Guardian - UK · Jun 2
BP backs Amanda Blanc to lead search for new chair despite investor concerns Senior independent director to handle process again after Albert Manifold’s shock departure last week The Guardian - UK · Jun 2
Ousted BP chair refutes bullying claims in extraordinary statement IN FULL The Independent UK · May 28
The Economic Times · May 28 Former BP chair Albert Manifold denies wrongdoing after ouster Albert Manifold, the former BP Chair, has denied misconduct following his dismissal. He acknowledged pushing for changes in costs and efficiency. Manifold stated that he does not accept lies being told about him. He also described the current BP leadership as having integrity. Manifold has reportedly hired a law firm…
The Independent UK · May 28 Ousted BP chair says he refused chauffeur-driven limo and made his own coffee as he hits back at ‘lies’ BP heading for legal fight with Albert Manifold who has issued an extraordinary statement insisting he is not a bully
France 24 · May 28 Macron announces big investments at France's 'electrification team' meeting French President Emmanuel Macron gave the country's plans to move away from fossil fuels another boost on Tuesday, announcing big private investments, including a €1 billion EV project from Stellantis. Some 200 companies signed onto a national pact to join the government's efforts to double the share of electricity in…
The Guardian - UK · May 28 BP boardroom turmoil deepens as ousted chair hits back at ‘lies’ over conduct Albert Manifold disputes reports about his behaviour and says he always tried to set example
Evening Standard · May 28 Ousted BP chairman says he called out ‘excessive’ spending like limousine travel Albert Manifold issued a statement in response to reports about his conduct after BP’s board removed him with immediate effect on Tuesday.
Evening Standard · May 27 FTSE 100 edges up and oil sinks amid peace optimism The FTSE 100 closed up 13.62 points, 0.1%, at 10,505.01.
International Business Times UK · May 27 Who Is Albert Manifold? BP Boss Fired After Boardroom Bullying Allegations Surface BP plc has removed its chairman, Albert Manifold, citing serious governance and conduct concerns, including allegations of bullying. The board acted unanimously, appointing Ian Tyler as interim chairman.
Euronews · May 27 Egypt marks record year for gas discoveries amid domestic shortage Egypt’s recent Eni-linked gas finds have lifted hopes of an upstream revival, but analysts say import pressure is unlikely to ease soon.
The Independent UK · May 27 Ousted BP chair says he was removed ‘without warning and without explanation’ IN FULL
The Guardian - UK · May 27 Fired BP chair disputes oil company’s claims of poor conduct Albert Manifold says he was removed without warning and ‘will not allow a false narrative to go unchallenged’
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