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Global trade reshape by tariff

Trade is no longer tariff-free. Geopolitical tensions and shifting industrial policies are driving a surge in new tariffs and trade barriers. Companies must adapt fast, rethink supply chains, and build resilience to stay competitive in an increasingly fragmented global trade environment

Behind the EU's Tactical Response to US Tariffs

First round of pending retaliation against sharp US tariff increases indicates the intention to take a tactical and incremental approach to the developing trade dispute with Washington

How to Clear a Path for a Green Hydrogen Future

New US tariffs on steel and aluminum signal a strategic shift toward domestic industrial policy. While aimed at boosting local production, these measures risk higher costs and strained global trade relations. Businesses must evaluate exposure and prepare for long-term structural changes in supply and pricing dynamic

The new business environment

Governments are increasingly using economic tools—like trade, investment, and technology policy—for geopolitical goals. This revival of economic statecraft reshapes global business strategy, forcing companies to navigate a world where market access and supply chains are deeply entwined with national interests

Energy CFO's must power the green transition

Energy CFOs play a pivotal role in the green transition. Beyond managing costs, they must drive capital allocation toward sustainability, balance risk, and unlock new value. Their strategic leadership is essential to accelerating decarbonization while maintaining financial performance

What's holding back Nuclear in the West

Nuclear energy is crucial for net zero, yet Western deployment lags due to high costs, regulatory hurdles, and public skepticism. To unlock its potential, governments and industry must modernize frameworks, invest in innovation, and rebuild trust in nuclear as a safe, scalable clean energy source

Costs and margins dictate future for Oil & Gas

As the energy transition accelerates, refiners face shrinking demand and rising pressure. Their future hinges on cost efficiency, margin management, and strategic shifts toward low-carbon offerings. Only the most agile players will thrive in a market defined by volatility and transformation

Delivering Energy transition comes to the cables

The energy transition is not moving fast enough. To close the gap, stakeholders must shift from ambition to execution—scaling clean tech, securing investment, and streamlining permitting. Success demands coordinated action across policy, industry, and finance to turn vision into reality

Turning regional hydrogen contest into competitive advantage

Green hydrogen is vital for decarbonization, but scaling it demands innovation across the supply chain. GreenTech solutions—from electrolyzers to storage—are key to cutting costs and improving efficiency. Strategic investment and collaboration will determine who leads in this emerging global market

Five lessons from building green business

Building green businesses—like low-carbon fertilizer production—requires bold vision, patient capital, and ecosystem collaboration. Success depends on scaling innovation, navigating policy complexity, and creating demand-side pull. These lessons are critical for accelerating sustainable growth across hard-to-abate sectors