China’s “teapot” oil booms are keeping the economy growing – but rising prices are leaving them in trouble.

China's "teapot" oil booms are keeping the economy growing - but rising prices are leaving them in trouble.

TThe cities that are the bulwark of China’s energy security, in times of global crisis, can appear deceptively quiet. Oil trucks ply the open roads with little traffic, while a few quaint shops in dilapidated buildings give a hint of a long-forgotten local vibe. The ramshackle noodle shop serving hand-pulled noodles was empty at lunchtime, … Read more

From oil to food to markets: How the month of war in Iran has revived the world economy

From oil to food to markets: How the month of war in Iran has revived the world economy

It’s not easy being a global economy right now. One month into the US and Israel’s war against Iran, fears are raising concerns about everything from supply chains to airline travel. While the price of a barrel of oil remains north of $100, from $70 before the war, the price of gas in the US … Read more