Energy 20 February 2026 - 26 February 2026

Iran Says Lavan Oil Refinery Hit, Israel Denies Role as Ceasefire Faces Early Test
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Iran Says Lavan Oil Refinery Hit, Israel Denies Role as Ceasefire Faces Early Test

Iran reported an "enemy attack" on its Lavan Island oil refinery Wednesday, igniting a fire but causing no injuries, days after a U.S.-Iran ceasefire was announced. Israel denied involvement. Brent crude fell 16% to $91.80 as traders anticipated Hormuz reopening, despite ongoing strikes on energy sites in the region. Shipping firms said full operations could take weeks to restore, with around 1,000 vessels still stranded.
April 8, 2026
Gasoline prices are edging up again — what U.S. traders are watching next
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Gasoline prices are edging up again — what U.S. traders are watching next

U.S. gasoline futures rose and pump prices increased, with the national average up over 5 cents to $2.98 a gallon, AAA reported. Government data showed gasoline inventories fell by 1 million barrels last week, while crude stocks jumped by 16 million. Traders are watching U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and the upcoming OPEC+ meeting for supply signals. Refinery utilization slipped to 88.6% as plants switch to summer-grade fuel.
February 26, 2026
Natural gas price slides to $2.81 as UNG drops; traders eye March 5 EIA report
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Natural gas price slides to $2.81 as UNG drops; traders eye March 5 EIA report

U.S. natural gas futures fell 2% to $2.81 per mmBtu Thursday, pressured by mild March weather forecasts and steady output. The United States Natural Gas Fund dropped 2.4% to $11.32. Lower 48 production averaged 108.7 bcfd in February, while LNG export flows neared 18.7 bcfd. Gas in storage stood at 2,018 Bcf for the week ended Feb. 20, down 52 Bcf from the previous week.
February 26, 2026
Engie share price hits 17-year high on $14bn UK Power Networks buy — what investors watch next
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Engie share price hits 17-year high on $14bn UK Power Networks buy — what investors watch next

Engie shares jumped nearly 8% to 29.7 euros, the highest since 2009, after agreeing to buy UK Power Networks for £10.5 billion. The deal marks Engie’s largest acquisition and comes as the company reported a 1% drop in 2025 earnings. Funding plans and dividends are under scrutiny ahead of an April 29 shareholder vote. The board proposed Jean-Pierre Clamadieu remain chairman until 2027, with Michel Giannuzzi set to succeed him.
February 26, 2026
Bloom Energy stock hits fresh highs as Citi starts coverage — what to watch next for BE
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Bloom Energy stock hits fresh highs as Citi starts coverage — what to watch next for BE

Bloom Energy shares climbed 6.8% to $177.46 Wednesday, extending a 2026 rally that has more than doubled the stock. Citigroup began coverage with a Neutral rating and a $162 price target, below current levels. Director Jeffrey Immelt reported gifting 4,000 shares, according to an SEC filing. Analyst price targets remain well under the current trading price.
February 25, 2026
Gasoline prices near $3 as RBOB futures rise after surprise U.S. inventory data
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Gasoline prices near $3 as RBOB futures rise after surprise U.S. inventory data

U.S. gasoline futures rose 1.5 cents to $2.245 a gallon Wednesday after government data showed gasoline inventories fell by 1 million barrels last week. Crude stockpiles jumped by 16 million barrels to 435.8 million, far exceeding analyst forecasts. The national average for regular gasoline stood at $2.975 a gallon, according to AAA. Oil futures slipped as traders focused on the large crude build and a record EIA adjustment factor.
February 25, 2026
Bloom Energy stock price jumps again as Citi starts coverage — what’s driving BE shares now
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Bloom Energy stock price jumps again as Citi starts coverage — what’s driving BE shares now

Bloom Energy shares rose 4.6% to $167.59 in Tuesday afternoon trading, after an 8.6% gain the previous session. Citigroup initiated coverage at Neutral with a $162 price target, citing strong demand but cautioning on valuation. The stock traded near its 52-week high as investors weighed rising on-site power demand against execution risk. Bloom recently reported record 2025 revenue and a $20 billion backlog.
February 24, 2026
Gasoline prices inch higher again as RBOB futures slip; Iran talks and U.S. inventory data are next
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Gasoline prices inch higher again as RBOB futures slip; Iran talks and U.S. inventory data are next

U.S. wholesale gasoline futures slipped 0.22% to $2.2419 a gallon Tuesday after the front-month contract rolled to April. Retail pump prices continued to rise, with AAA reporting a national average of $2.951 a gallon, up from $2.862 a month ago. Seasonal refinery maintenance and Middle East tensions remain in focus. Traders await U.S. inventory data and Thursday’s U.S.-Iran talks.
February 24, 2026
Oil price today: Brent, WTI stay near seven-month highs as Iran talks and tariffs cloud the outlook
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Oil price today: Brent, WTI stay near seven-month highs as Iran talks and tariffs cloud the outlook

Oil prices dipped Tuesday but stayed near seven-month highs, with Brent at $71.24 and WTI at $66.06 by late morning. Traders watched for signals ahead of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks set for Thursday in Geneva. The U.S. imposed a new 10% global import tariff, and shipping costs for crude surged, with VLCC rates to China topping $170,000 a day. The State Department ordered non-essential staff out of the U.S. embassy in Beirut.
February 24, 2026
Woodside Energy stock jumps to 19-month high on profit beat — dividend dates and LNG stake sale in focus
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Woodside Energy stock jumps to 19-month high on profit beat — dividend dates and LNG stake sale in focus

Woodside Energy shares rose 2.6% after 2025 underlying profit reached US$2.65 billion, beating estimates. The company declared a final dividend of 59 US cents, with shares going ex-dividend March 5. Investors are watching talks to sell a further stake in the Louisiana LNG project and monitoring Scarborough project delivery. Reported net profit after tax fell 24% to US$2.72 billion.
February 24, 2026
GE Vernova stock holds near $831 after hours as Amazon’s $12 billion data-center plan keeps power-demand trade in focus
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GE Vernova stock holds near $831 after hours as Amazon’s $12 billion data-center plan keeps power-demand trade in focus

GE Vernova shares rose 0.1% to $831.30 in after-hours trading Monday after a volatile session. The company reported a $150 billion backlog and increased gas-power equipment orders, but warned Vineyard Wind delays could cut 2026 wind revenue by $250 million. The board declared a $0.50 quarterly dividend. Next earnings webcast is set for April 22.
February 23, 2026
Woodside Energy share price slips as oil falls, with WDS results next on deck
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Woodside Energy share price slips as oil falls, with WDS results next on deck

Woodside Energy shares fell 1.2% to A$27.10 Monday as oil prices slipped, with Brent crude down about 1% to $71 a barrel amid U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and tariff uncertainty. The company will release its 2025 full-year results and hold a teleconference Tuesday at 10:00 AEDT. Investors await updates on dividends, spending, and project timelines, including the Scarborough LNG project.
February 23, 2026
Exxon Mobil stock price falls after-hours as director Ubben plans May exit; oil jitters keep XOM in focus
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Exxon Mobil stock price falls after-hours as director Ubben plans May exit; oil jitters keep XOM in focus

Exxon Mobil shares fell 2.4% to $147.28 in after-hours trading Friday after director Jeffrey W. Ubben said he will not seek re-election at the May 27 annual meeting. The Golden Pass LNG project advanced toward first production, and the Uaru project offshore Guyana remains ahead of schedule. Exxon also filed a shelf registration for future debt offerings. Oil prices held near six-month highs.
February 21, 2026
Exxon Mobil stock slides despite oil near six-month highs as Guyana and LNG projects stay in focus
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Exxon Mobil stock slides despite oil near six-month highs as Guyana and LNG projects stay in focus

Exxon Mobil shares fell 2.4% to $147.33 Friday, reversing earlier gains despite crude prices near six-month highs. The drop outpaced Chevron and ConocoPhillips. Exxon’s Guyana projects are ahead of schedule, and its Golden Pass LNG plant in Texas is nearing first production. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Monday in an Exxon case involving Cuban compensation claims.
February 20, 2026
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