Shell Plc Eyes Shenandoah Stake as Oil Shock Sends Majors Chasing Safer U.S. Barrels

Shell Plc má zájem o podíl v Shenandoah, protože ropný šok žene velké hráče za bezpečnějšími americkými barely

Shell is considering a 51% stake in the Shenandoah offshore oil field in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, sources said, as supply concerns drive buyers to North American crude. Beacon Offshore Energy and HEQ Deepwater have started the sale process, with initial bids expected in coming weeks. Shenandoah began production in July 2025, reaching 100,000 barrels per day within 75 days. Shell declined to comment.
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National Grid Gas Rate Hike Faces Key Massachusetts Test at Public Hearing

Zvýšení cen plynu od National Grid čelí klíčové zkoušce v Massachusetts na veřejném slyšení

7 dubna, 2026
National Grid has proposed a gas distribution rate increase in Massachusetts that would raise average winter heating bills by $24–$25 per month for most customers. Regulators will hear public comments Monday in Lynn, with a decision expected by Nov. 30. The plan seeks $342 million in added revenue and would take effect Jan. 1, 2027, if approved. Low-income residential customers could see bill changes ranging from a 65% decrease to a 20% increase.
Glencore plc Faces New Mount Isa Test as Jervois Copper Project May Bypass Smelter

Glencore plc čelí nové zkoušce v Mount Isa, protože projekt Jervois Copper může obejít hutní závod

Glencore faces uncertainty at its Mount Isa copper smelter as Jervois project backers consider bypassing it for refining, despite recent government support. KGL Resources, which controls Jervois, secured a $300 million streaming deal with Wheaton Precious Metals and is in talks with global traders. Processing fees have hit record lows due to Chinese overcapacity and concentrate shortages.
HSBC Australia Sale Reignites as Blackstone Eyes A$26 Billion Loan Book

Prodej HSBC Australia znovu ožívá, Blackstone má zájem o úvěrové portfolio v hodnotě 26 miliard AUD

6 dubna, 2026
Blackstone is preparing a bid for HSBC’s A$26 billion Australian loan portfolio, with offers due late April, The Australian reported. Citi is managing the sale, which may attract rival bids from Apollo, Cerberus, and Ares. HSBC narrowed the sale to loans after dropping plans to sell its entire Australian retail bank. The deal’s outcome remains uncertain due to regulatory and financing factors.
Aviva share price today: AV.L nudges up as Ripple tokenisation tie-up and pension buy-out fast-track land

Dnešní cena akcií Aviva: AV.L mírně roste díky spolupráci s Ripple na tokenizaci a urychlenému odkupu penzí

6 dubna, 2026
Aviva shares rose 0.2% to 622.4p in early London trading Thursday after two days of declines. Aviva Investors announced a partnership with Ripple to launch tokenized funds on the XRP Ledger. The company also highlighted a faster process for smaller pension funds to complete buy-outs. Broader insurance stocks remained volatile amid market concerns over AI and weak UK economic data.
Cadence’s new ChipStack AI “super agent” claims 10x faster chip design work

Nový „superagent“ ChipStack AI od Cadence slibuje 10× rychlejší návrh čipů

Cadence unveiled its ChipStack AI Super Agent, designed to automate chip design and verification, claiming up to 10x faster performance on some tasks. Early users include Nvidia, Altera, and Tenstorrent. The tool supports both cloud and local AI models and integrates with Nvidia’s Nemotron and OpenAI GPT. Analysts note growing competition over AI-driven chip productivity tools amid U.S.-China tech rivalry.
BHP share price jumps again as China iron ore talks and March dividend come into view

Cena akcií BHP opět roste, když se blíží jednání o železné rudě s Čínou a březnová dividenda

6 dubna, 2026
BHP closed up 2.3% at 57.84 AUD in Sydney, marking a fifth straight gain as copper prices supported miners. Fortescue shares jumped over 3% after reporting a 23% first-half profit rise and lifting its interim dividend. BHP’s ex-dividend date is March 5, with a payout of 73 US cents per share due March 26. Iron ore price negotiations with China remain unresolved.
Sidephone SP‑01: $249 Modular ‘Dumb Phone’ With Swappable Keypads Opens US Pre‑Orders Ahead of January 2026 Launch

Sidephone SP‑01: Modulární „hloupý telefon“ za 249 $ s vyměnitelnými klávesnicemi otevírá předobjednávky v USA před uvedením na trh v lednu 2026

Sidephone SP-01, a modular 4G candybar phone with a swappable magnetic keypad, opened U.S. preorders today at $249. Devices are set to ship in January 2026. The phone runs a stripped-down Android and features a 2.8-inch touchscreen, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, and a 12MP camera. Price is expected to rise to $299 after launch.
M&G Plc Shares Slide Ahead of 2025 Results as Dividend and Cash Generation Face Test

Akcie M&G Plc klesají před výsledky za rok 2025, dividendy a tvorba hotovosti budou pod tlakem

5 dubna, 2026
M&G Plc shares fell 2.1% Monday, closing at 297 pence ahead of Thursday’s 2025 results release. Analysts expect adjusted pre-tax operating profit of £820 million, down from £837 million in 2024, and capital generation of £729 million, down from £933 million. Assets under management are forecast to rise to £372 billion. The dividend is seen edging up to 20.5 pence per share.
Android PDF Ad Scam: Fake ‘Update PDF App’ Pop-Ups Are Flooding Phones With Junk Apps (Nov 28, 2025)

Androidový PDF podvod: Falešná vyskakovací okna „Aktualizovat PDF aplikaci“ zaplavují telefony zbytečnými aplikacemi (28. listopadu 2025)

Android users are being misled by ads disguised as system messages, prompting them to install multiple low-quality PDF readers from Google Play, according to Android Authority. A recent case involved a fake update prompt in WPS Office, which led to repeated app installations until the original app was removed. Experts warn this tactic is also used by malware campaigns. Google’s enforcement of ad guidelines remains inconsistent.
Woodside Energy Restarts North West Shelf LNG After Cyclone as Australia Eyes Gas Security

Woodside Energy znovu spouští LNG na Severozápadním šelfu po cyklonu, Austrálie sleduje bezpečnost dodávek plynu

Woodside Energy has restarted LNG and domestic gas production at the North West Shelf in Western Australia after a shutdown caused by Cyclone Narelle. Chevron’s Wheatstone LNG plant remains offline, with repairs expected to take weeks. The Australian government may trigger the ADGSM amid winter gas shortage fears. Brent crude closed at $109.03 a barrel Thursday, up 7.78%.
Shell Plc Eyes Shenandoah Stake as Oil Shock Sends Majors Chasing Safer U.S. Barrels

Shell Plc má zájem o podíl v Shenandoah, protože ropný šok žene velké hráče za bezpečnějšími americkými barely

Shell is considering a 51% stake in the Shenandoah offshore oil field in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, sources said, as supply concerns drive buyers to North American crude. Beacon Offshore Energy and HEQ Deepwater have started the sale process, with initial bids expected in coming weeks. Shenandoah began production in July 2025, reaching 100,000 barrels per day within 75 days. Shell declined to comment.
Intel stock price: INTC slips in premarket after DA Davidson calls turnaround a “show me” story

Cena akcií Intelu: INTC klesá v předobchodní fázi poté, co DA Davidson označil obrat za „ukažte mi“ příběh

4 dubna, 2026
Intel shares fell 1.2% to $45.93 in Friday premarket trading after DA Davidson began coverage with a neutral rating and $45 price target. Thursday’s drop followed a broader tech selloff, with the Nasdaq down over 2% ahead of January’s U.S. CPI report due at 8:30 a.m. ET. Trading volume in Intel lagged its 50-day average.
Northern Star Resources Ltd Share Price Slides 9.5% as Gold Slump Deepens Output Warning Fallout

Cena akcií Northern Star Resources Ltd klesá o 9,5 % kvůli propadu zlata a varování před poklesem produkce

Northern Star Resources shares fell 9.5% to close at A$18.96 on Thursday, extending losses after last week’s production warning. About A$207.1 million in shares changed hands, making it one of the most traded stocks on the ASX. Shares are now down 29% from March 11. The company cut its FY26 gold output forecast to above 1.5 million ounces, below its previous range.
How to Add Someone to Your Apple Family Account in 2025 (And What to Watch Out For)

Jak přidat někoho do své rodinné skupiny Apple v roce 2025 (a na co si dát pozor)

4 dubna, 2026
Engadget’s new guide on adding members to Apple Family Sharing surged across tech news sites this weekend. The feature faces scrutiny after recent reports highlighted risks of abuse and control, especially in families experiencing conflict. Apple quietly updated its support page on November 3, following a Wired investigation into misuse. Family Sharing allows one organizer to manage accounts and share subscriptions with up to five others.
RELX PLC Reaffirms Strong 2026 Outlook in April Investor Update as AI Fears Linger

RELX PLC potvrzuje silný výhled na rok 2026 v dubnové aktualizaci pro investory, zatímco obavy z AI přetrvávají

3 dubna, 2026
RELX reaffirmed its forecast for solid revenue growth and higher adjusted operating profit in 2026, citing positive momentum across the group. Shares remain down 36.3% over the past year amid concerns about AI competition, despite strong performance in legal and risk segments. The company is executing a £350 million share buyback set to finish April 22, following a £450 million round completed in March.
Glencore Pushes South Africa Smelter Job-Cut Deadline to April 7 as Eskom Talks Enter Final Week

Glencore posouvá termín propouštění v jihafrické huti na 7. dubna, jednání s Eskomem vstupují do finální fáze

3 dubna, 2026
Glencore’s South African ferrochrome plant delayed a layoff decision to April 7 after Eskom requested more time to finalize a discounted electricity deal at 62 South African cents/kWh. Up to 1,500 jobs remain at risk as only 11 of 66 smelters operate, with electricity prices up over 900% since 2008. The Glencore-Merafe venture reported a 63% drop in 2025 ferroalloy output. NERSA approval is still required for any new tariff.
Stellantis, Leapmotor Explore Brampton EV Production as C10 “Leap Mode” Proves Fictional

Stellantis a Leapmotor zvažují výrobu elektromobilů v Bramptonu, zatímco „Leap Mode“ modelu C10 se ukazuje jako fikce

Stellantis is in early talks with China’s Leapmotor to produce electric vehicles at its idled Brampton, Ontario plant, Bloomberg reported. Stellantis shares jumped 4.1% in Milan after the news. Canada recently eased tariffs on Chinese EVs and is seeking more joint auto ventures. Stellantis owns 21% of Leapmotor and controls its international arm; Leapmotor declined comment.
NatWest Group Plc strikes new Sainsbury’s Nectar banking deal with savings, loans and card

NatWest Group Plc uzavírá novou bankovní dohodu se Sainsbury’s Nectar zahrnující spoření, půjčky a karty

2 dubna, 2026
NatWest Group and Sainsbury’s on Wednesday announced new financial products for Sainsbury’s customers, including instant-access savings accounts, unsecured loans, and a NatWest Nectar credit card. The rollout follows NatWest’s 2025 acquisition of Sainsbury’s Bank portfolios. Nectar members will get personalized rates, with products available through Sainsbury’s digital channels and powered by NatWest Boxed.
Rolls-Royce SMR Project Moves Closer to Wylfa Build After £300 Million Contract Award

Projekt Rolls-Royce SMR se přibližuje výstavbě ve Wylfě po udělení kontraktu v hodnotě 300 milionů liber

2 dubna, 2026
Amentum and Cavendish Nuclear’s joint venture Litmus Nuclear won a contract worth up to £300 million as owner’s engineer for the Wylfa small modular reactor project in Wales, supporting Rolls-Royce’s SMR technology. The deal, lasting up to 14 years, follows the UK government’s selection of Rolls-Royce SMR for the site, with the first three 470 MW reactors expected to power about 3 million homes by the mid-2030s.
Rolls-Royce Starts First Large UK Battery Project in Scotland as Power Push Builds

Rolls-Royce zahajuje první velký britský projekt bateriového úložiště ve Skotsku v rámci posilování energetiky

Rolls-Royce Holdings began construction of a 43 MW battery storage facility in Falkirk, Scotland, its first major battery project in the UK. The site, developed for Voltaria Helios Energy Storage, is set to connect to the grid in 2026 and start commercial operations in 2027. Rolls-Royce also reported a 40% rise in 2025 operating profit and continued its share buyback program, reaching 27.7 million shares repurchased.
Meituan Stock Faces New Test After 2025 Loss as China Delivery Price War Hits Margins

Akcie Meituanu čelí nové zkoušce po ztrátě v roce 2025, když cenová válka v čínské doručovací službě snižuje marže

2 dubna, 2026
Meituan reported a Q4 net loss of 15.1 billion yuan on revenue of 92.1 billion yuan, with a full-year loss of 23.35 billion yuan for 2025. Shares closed at HK$85.90 in Hong Kong Friday after Beijing signaled a crackdown on food delivery price wars. Local commerce revenue fell 1.1% in Q4, and operating profit turned to a loss. Annual costs surged, driven by higher courier incentives and overseas expansion.
Pixel Duo Concept Phone Brings Two Front Screens to Smartphones: 120Hz IPS Meets a Big E‑Ink Panel

Koncept Pixel Duo přináší do smartphonů dva přední displeje: 120Hz IPS se setkává s velkým E‑Ink panelem

A concept smartphone called Pixel Duo, not affiliated with Google, is drawing attention for its dual front display design: a 3.5-inch 120Hz IPS panel above a 5.2-inch E‑Ink screen. The IPS display handles color and motion, while the E‑Ink panel is intended for reading and low-power use. Media reports stress both screens are stacked vertically on the front, a departure from typical dual-display phones. No commercial release is announced.
Barclays share price: BARC.L faces a new test after MFS collapse rattles lenders

Cena akcií Barclays: BARC.L čelí nové zkoušce poté, co kolaps MFS otřásl věřiteli

2 dubna, 2026
Barclays shares fell 4.19% to 452.85 pence on Friday after concerns over losses tied to the collapse of UK lender Market Financial Solutions. Barclays froze MFS-linked accounts in January, according to weekend reports. MFS entered administration after allegations of financial irregularities, with only £230 million in assets backing £1.16 billion in loans. UK house prices rose 0.3% in February, beating forecasts.
HSBC Holdings Plc CEO Doubles Down on AI Overhaul as Cost-Cut Drive Sharpens

Generální ředitel HSBC Holdings Plc zdvojnásobuje úsilí o přestavbu pomocí AI, zatímco tlak na snižování nákladů zesiluje

HSBC last week named David Rice as its first chief AI officer and may cut up to 20,000 jobs, or 10% of staff, according to Bloomberg News. CEO Georges Elhedery said he is “ruthless in eliminating complexity” as the bank shifts to AI. HSBC also issued $130 million in senior unsecured bonds due 2036. The bank is seeking a buyer for its Singapore life insurance unit, valued at over $1 billion.