The statement shows that the Libyan National Oil Corporation has signed a production-sharing agreement with Chevron as part of a bidding round.

Surging energy prices boost Canadian corporate profits, with oil and coal leading a 121% increase; strong performance hides underlying risks

Shanghai fuel oil futures have just surpassed the 4,000 yuan/ton mark, now quoted at 4,001 yuan/ton, up 4.68% on the day.

The Euro surges 158% in Venezuela, exchange rate reaches 916 bolivars, with the market closely watching future fluctuations.

Spot platinum has just surpassed the $1,880.00/oz mark, last quoted at $1,879.42/oz, down 0.02% on the day; Nymex platinum futures main contract last quoted at $1,896.0/oz, up 0.02% on the day.