Greece announces emergency anti-profiteering measures today
Greek government officials announce emergency measures to combat profiteering amid Middle East conflict concerns affecting energy and commodity prices.
Economy
DESFA: No natural gas supply issues, Vertical Corridor offers opportunity for Greece
Greece faces no natural gas supply issues from Middle East tensions, while the Vertical Corridor project offers major export opportunities for Eastern Europe.
Iran threatens oil export blockade through Strait of Hormuz
Iran threatens to block oil exports through Strait of Hormuz as Middle East tensions escalate, causing major disruptions to global energy markets.
Fuel prices surge due to Middle East war, refinery profit caps
Fuel prices surge as Middle East conflict drives gasoline up 18 cents and diesel up 35 cents, while refinery profit caps face implementation challenges.
Nadia Calviño on energy crisis: Unity and strategic autonomy
EIB President Nadia Calviño highlights Europe’s improved energy position since 2022, emphasizing unity in addressing global challenges and strategic autonomy.
Pierrakakis at ECOFIN: Cost of delay on Savings and Investment Union is huge, we have no time
Greek Finance Minister Pierrakakis urges EU to fast-track Savings and Investment Union reforms, warning of massive costs from delays in capital market integration.
Pierrakakis warns of prolonged energy crisis at Eurogroup meeting
Eurogroup president Pierrakakis warns Europe must prepare for prolonged energy instability amid Middle East tensions threatening economic recovery.
Middle East crisis drives oil and gas prices up across Europe
Middle East tensions drive oil to $85/barrel and natural gas volatility higher, threatening Europe’s energy costs and Greece’s electricity bills.
Middle East crisis sends European gas prices soaring nearly 30%
European natural gas prices surge nearly 30% following Middle East conflict escalation, with TTF futures hitting €66 per megawatt-hour amid supply concerns.
IMF warns of inflation surge amid Middle East war: “Think the unthinkable and prepare”
IMF chief warns Middle East conflict could trigger inflation surge with oil prices threatening global economic stability and urging urgent policy preparation.
Middle East crisis triggers new inflation wave with rising fuel and transport costs
Middle East tensions trigger new inflation wave as fuel prices surge 20% and supply chains face major disruptions across Europe and Greece.
Strait of Hormuz: How oil pipelines are changing the balance
The Strait of Hormuz crisis intensifies as Iran threatens to close this vital oil route, while Saudi and UAE pipelines emerge as crucial alternatives to global energy security.