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US to Lend $4.2 Billion to Vistra to Boost Nuclear Power Output, Source SaysThe US plans to lend Vistra Corp $4.2 billion to uprate nuclear plants, addressing rising demand from AI data centers and supporting a goal to quadruple nuclear capacity by 2050.
Witnesses observed fire and smoke near a Saudi Aramco facility in Riyadh amidst ongoing Houthi attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure, pending official confirmation.
UK Transport Minister Keir Mather assured the public that diesel supplies remain resilient despite Donald Trump threatening export bans. Record fuel prices reached £2 per litre as the government extends duty cuts and coordinates emergency stockpile releases with European allies.
U.S. commercial fishermen express dissatisfaction with President Trump due to soaring diesel costs, trade tensions with Canada, and NOAA budget cuts threatening fisheries management. This sentiment shift poses risks for Republican candidates in key coastal states.
North American chemical rail traffic continued to strengthen with 48,381 carloads recorded for the week ended Sept. 26, down 0.6% according to the Association of American Railroads.
Wall Street Zen downgraded REX American Resources from strong buy to buy despite higher-than-expected EPS, while revenue missed estimates and insiders sold shares.
FutureFuel Corp elected two new directors following a strong second quarter where revenue surged 120.7% year-over-year to USD 78.73 million. The company returned to net income, contributing to a 2.46 percent increase in its stock price.
This article details the Linde plc FRN bond (XS3226607409) issued on the Stuttgart Stock Exchange, covering coupon schedules, interest rates, and redemption terms maturing in November 2027.
Ecolab Director Shari L. Ballard acquired additional common shares on September 30, 2026, increasing her direct beneficial ownership to 9,972.85 shares via dividend reinvestment and open market purchases.
Linde plc highlighted its focus on space and electronics markets during its recent investor day, securing gas supply agreements for commercial space and semiconductor manufacturers.
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