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IEA chief says 'ready' to release more oil reserves if needed
The head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) said Wednesday that he was "ready" to approve the release of more oil reserves if needed to cushion the impact of the Middle East war on global supplies.
German business morale falls as war puts recovery on ice: survey
German business morale fell in March as the war in the Middle East puts hopes of a recovery in Europe's struggling top economy "on ice", a key survey showed Wednesday.
Labubu maker Pop Mart's shares fall 23% despite surging earnings
Chinese toymaker Pop Mart's shares tumbled more than 20 percent on Wednesday, despite strong annual earnings, as investors fretted over a perceived over-dependence on its wildly popular Labubu dolls.
ECB won't be 'paralysed' in face of energy shock: Lagarde
The European Central Bank has several options for dealing with the Middle East war energy shock, its chief Christine Lagarde said Wednesday, vowing policymakers would not be "paralysed by hesitation".
Japan PM asks IEA to prepare additional 'coordinated release' of oil
The head of the International Energy Agency said Wednesday he was "ready to move forward" with an additional release of oil reserves "if and when necessary".
Japan PM asks IEA chief to prepare additional 'coordinated release' of oil
The head of the International Energy Agency said Wednesday he was "ready to move forward" with an additional release of oil reserves "if and when necessary".
Exotic pet trade thrives in China despite welfare concerns
Pet lovers eagerly gathered around a container to snap photos of meerkats at a Beijing animal fair, each selling for $320, while nearby a raccoon nervously paced in a cage only slightly bigger than itself.
Crude tumbles, stocks rally on hopes for Iran war de-escalation
Oil prices tumbled and stocks rose Wednesday on hopes for a de-escalation of the Middle East war after Washington sent a peace plan to Iran, while Tehran announced it will let "non-hostile" oil vessels through the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
Allied Universal Launches HELIAUS(R) Gov, Purpose-Built for Federal and Defense Operations
AI-Powered Workforce Management Platform Delivers NIST 800-171 Compliance and 3PAO-Validated FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency on AWS GovCloud
Formerra Announces Transportation Surcharge to Address Ongoing Freight and Logistics Market Pressures
CLEVELAND, OH / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / Formerra, a leader in performance materials distribution, announced the implementation of a transportation surcharge to address continued cost escalation across the Americas freight and logistics market. Beginning April 1, 2026, a $350 per delivery surcharge will apply to all shipments.
One of New York's Leading Retirement Planning Advisors Announces Free Public Seminar Series on Tax Reduction Strategies for Retirees
ALBANY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / In a new, free public seminar series titled Income Tax Reduction and Estate Tax Elimination, retirees in the Capital Region will discover how to keep more of what they have worked a lifetime to build. These complimentary educational events will address the tax-related threats that most retirees face but few fully understand.
SMX Plastic Recycling Technology Combats Rising Prices on Everyday Consumer Goods
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX) is addressing one of the most immediate economic pressures facing global markets: rising and increasingly unpredictable costs of everyday goods driven by geopolitical instability and energy volatility. As oil and gas markets react to ongoing global conflict, the price of plastic-an essential input in food packaging, clothing, and consumer products-is beginning to trend upward, putting pressure on manufacturers and consumers alike. SMX technology offers a clear path forward: verified recycled plastics that help contain costs before they accelerate further.
South River Mortgage Contributes $4,000 to Support Community Initiatives Benefiting Service Families and Survivors
The funding supported BUBs Give Back, which benefited organizations serving children of fallen service members and survivors of domestic violence.
SMX Turns Recycled Plastic into A Cost Advantage Through Digital Verification Framework
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX) has created a new economic framework for plastics by combining molecular marking with blockchain infrastructure-positioning recycled plastic as a cost advantage in a market increasingly shaped by energy volatility. As oil and gas prices continue to drive uncertainty in the cost of virgin plastic, SMX enables companies to shift toward verified, traceable recycled materials with a more stable and efficient cost profile.
The SMX Opportunity: When Virgin and Recycled Plastic Are Close to Even
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / For decades, the economics of plastics have been deceptively simple: virgin resin-derived from oil and gas-has been cheaper, more reliable, and easier to scale than recycled alternatives. Recycling, while environmentally desirable, has largely depended on policy support, corporate commitments, or reputational incentives. It has always been about the money.
Southern Energy Renewables Inc. Strengthens Leadership to Accelerate Commercial Growth in Clean Fuels and Chemicals and Starts Development of Integrated Biomass-to-Fuels Facility
ST. CHARLES PARISH, LA / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / Southern Energy Renewables, a leader in clean fuels and products, today announced progress update and key leadership appointments designed to optimize strategy, strengthen execution, and accelerate growth.
Trump sends peace plan as Iran opens to 'non-hostile' oil vessels
US President Donald Trump sent a peace plan to Iran as he voiced optimism Tuesday at ending nearly a month of a war, with Tehran announcing that it will let "non-hostile" oil vessels go through the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
Trump upbeat on Iran deal despite new attacks
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was upbeat about the chances of a negotiated deal with Iran, even as Israel and Tehran traded new blows and the United States was reported to be sending more troops to the region.
Oil, stock trading spiked before Trump's Iran remarks
Thousands of oil contracts -- a far higher volume than normal -- were traded 15 minutes before US President Donald Trump pledged to halt strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, sending prices tumbling, data showed on Tuesday.
US officials downplay controller 'distraction' in New York crash
US officials on Tuesday played down speculation that distracted air traffic controllers might have contributed to a deadly collision between an Air Canada jet and a fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport.
Iran, Israel trade strikes as push for talks intensifies
Iran and Israel traded fresh strikes on Tuesday as the Middle East war ground on, though a diplomatic push to bring Iran and the United States to the negotiating table appeared to be gathering pace.
Data canary shows economy already suffering from Middle East war
Soaring fuel prices due to the Middle East war and snarled supply chains are already hurting businesses, business survey data published Tuesday showed.
Oil prices jump as Trump's Iran claims raise doubts
Oil prices jumped on Tuesday as traders turned cautious over the prospect of a negotiated agreement between the United States and Iran to end the Middle East war.
Meta awaits verdict in New Mexico child safety trial
A New Mexico jury began its first full day of deliberations on Tuesday in a trial where social media giant Meta is accused of endangering children by making them vulnerable to predators.
Aid flotilla arrives in Cuba as US oil blockade bites
The first boat of a flotilla carrying medical supplies, food and solar panels reached Cuba on Tuesday to aid the island as a US fuel blockade deepens its energy crisis.
Xiaomi quarterly profit slumps despite annual EV gains
Chinese electronics giant Xiaomi announced a dip in quarterly profit on Tuesday after slower smartphone sales, while electric vehicles drove a modest surge in annual revenue.
'Plundered': Senegal fishers feel sting of illegal, industrial vessels
Ibrahima Mar first lost his livelihood then lost his son when the fish off Senegal's coast began to disappear, rupturing a way of life that had sustained his family for generations.
Iran hits Israel with missiles after denying Trump talks
Iran fired a fresh broadside of missiles at Israel Tuesday, causing damage and injuries in Tel Aviv, as uncertainty swirled over possible talks to end the three-week Middle East war.
Back to black: facing energy shock, Asia turns to coal
Asian countries are ramping up use of polluting coal to tackle energy shortages and price spikes linked to the Iran war, but the crisis could have an environmental silver lining.
'Perfect Japan' posts spark Gen Z social media backlash
Take an everyday video on any suburban transport network, add anime-style music and a rosy filter, and it's suddenly a scene from the Japanese holiday of your dreams.
Australia, EU agree sweeping new trade pact
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, compromising to boost exports in the face of global uncertainty over trade.
SMX Turns Recycled Plastic Into a Cost-Decrease Stabilizer
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 24, 2026 / SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX) is advancing a new economic model for plastics, leveraging blockchain and tokenization technology to help contain rising costs for everyday goods at a time when global conflict and energy volatility are driving prices higher. As war continues to disrupt oil and gas markets, the cost of producing virgin plastic-an essential input in food packaging, clothing, and consumer products-is increasing, placing sustained pressure on manufacturers and consumers alike.