Marcin Frąckiewicz

Marcin Frąckiewicz is the CEO of TS2 Space and a longtime technology entrepreneur focused on telecommunications, satellite communications and digital innovation. A graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH), he writes about space technology, artificial intelligence and publicly traded technology companies. His analysis covers major market trends, emerging technologies and the businesses shaping the future of the global economy.

Gasoline prices drop hard as U.S. fuel stocks rise again; refiner shares slide
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Gasoline prices drop hard as U.S. fuel stocks rise again; refiner shares slide

New York, Feb 12, 2026, 12:46 EST — The session is now in regular order. U.S. gasoline futures plunged on Thursday, pulling refiner stocks down as traders reacted to fresh evidence of weakening fuel demand. RBOB gasoline futures—the key gauge for U.S. wholesale gasoline—dropped 6.7 cents, or 3.4%, settling at $1.9118 a gallon. Shares of Valero Energy slid 2.7%, Marathon Petroleum dipped 3.5%, and Phillips 66 lost 2.3% during midday trading.
February 12, 2026
Oil prices slide after IEA trims 2026 demand view, pulling Brent back under $70
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Oil prices slide after IEA trims 2026 demand view, pulling Brent back under $70

HOUSTON, February 12, 2026, 11:35 CST — Regular session Oil prices slid more than $1 a barrel on Thursday after the International Energy Agency cut its 2026 demand growth forecast, dragging attention back to a potential surplus. Brent crude futures were down $1.26, or 1.8%, at $68.14 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate fell $1.24 to $63.39. “The market’s doubling down on the lowering demand forecast,” said Phil Flynn, senior analyst with Price Futures Group.
February 12, 2026
XRP price today: $1.35 in focus after Ripple’s Aviva deal and a Binance RLUSD update
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XRP price today: $1.35 in focus after Ripple’s Aviva deal and a Binance RLUSD update

New York, Feb 12, 2026, 12:24 PM EST — Regular session XRP dropped roughly 0.4% to $1.35 on Thursday following Ripple’s announcement of a partnership with Aviva Investors to tokenise fund structures, converting claims on traditional assets into blockchain tokens. Over the past 24 hours, the token fluctuated between $1.34 and $1.40 and has slid about 35% in the last month, according to Binance data. Traders are also bracing for Friday’s U.S. inflation report.
February 12, 2026
Natural gas prices jump after EIA storage draw — what traders are watching next
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Natural gas prices jump after EIA storage draw — what traders are watching next

New York, Feb 12, 2026, 12:09 EST — Session in progress. U.S. natural gas futures pushed higher Thursday after the latest government storage report, as traders wrestled with a winter that’s swung between cold snaps and sudden warm spells. The NYMEX March contract rose 8.2 cents, or 2.6%, hitting $3.241 per million British thermal units, the standard energy measure for gas. According to Barchart.com, the market anticipated about a 257 billion cubic feet draw and noted a trend toward warmer weather forecasts for much of the eastern U.S. through February 20.
February 12, 2026
Gold price slips as U.S. jobs surprise cools Fed cut bets; traders eye Friday CPI
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Gold price slips as U.S. jobs surprise cools Fed cut bets; traders eye Friday CPI

NEW YORK, Feb 12, 2026, 12:05 — Regular session Gold prices eased on Thursday as stronger-than-expected U.S. labor data pushed back hopes for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts, though safe-haven demand linked to U.S.-Iran tensions limited the slide. Spot gold was down 0.4% at $5,059.87 an ounce by 9:30 a.m. ET, while U.S. April futures fell 0.3% to $5,085.10. Peter Grant, vice president and senior metals strategist at Zaner Metals, said U.S.-Iran sabre-rattling was keeping a bid under the metal.
February 12, 2026
Strategy Inc (MSTR) stock slips as CEO pitches ‘Stretch’ preferred shares for Bitcoin funding
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Strategy Inc (MSTR) stock slips as CEO pitches ‘Stretch’ preferred shares for Bitcoin funding

New York, February 12, 2026, 11:01 EST — Session underway Shares of Strategy Inc slipped Thursday after CEO Phong Le indicated the bitcoin-focused firm plans to rely more on perpetual preferred stock for future acquisitions. Investors are weighing the move for potential dilution and what it means for the company’s longevity. The stock dipped roughly 0.8% to $125.06 during late morning trading.
February 12, 2026
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