US considers easing sanctions on shadow fleet vessels to cut freight rates, official says

The Trump administration is considering easing sanctions on shadow fleet tankers to lower record global freight rates, a US official says.

New York Post • Oct 15, 2026

Energy ETF (IYE) Hits New 52-Week High

iShares U.S. Energy ETF IYE is probably on the radar for investors seeking momentum. The fund just hit a 52-week high and has surged 57.05% from its 52-week low price of $45.12 per share.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 14, 2026

US energy secretary seeks refiners' help amid narrow options to curb diesel price

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has contacted executives at several major American refiners in recent days to gauge support for a voluntary restriction on diesel exports as the Trump administration searches for ​an alternative to a short-term ban, according to three people familiar with the discussions.

Reuters • Sep 24, 2026

KOSPI vs Nikkei: Asia's AI trade fractures ahead of Fed and BOJ decisions

Asian stocks diverged on Tuesday as South Korea's KOSPI struggled to shake off pressure on semiconductor shares while Japan's Nikkei 225 recovered, leaving the region's two most AI-sensitive markets moving in opposite directions ahead of key US and Japanese rate decisions. The KOSPI fell as much as 0.76% in early Seoul trading before paring most of the decline, extending a difficult stretch after Monday's sharp technology sell-off.

Invezz • Sep 15, 2026

European Natural Gas Surges to 4-Year High, Lifting These Energy Stocks

European natural gas prices are surging, creating opportunities for Venture Global, Cheniere Energy, Shell, Equinor and U.S. gas producers.

Barrons • Sep 10, 2026

Global diesel supply to stay tight through winter, industry execs say

Global diesel supply will remain tight due to a lack of spare refining capacity, Russia's ban ​on exports and the approach of peak winter demand, senior industry ‌executives said on Tuesday.

Reuters • Sep 8, 2026

Goldman Sees Oil Hitting $120: ETFs That Are Poised to Benefit

Could oil hit $120? Goldman Sachs says prolonged supply disruptions could drive crude higher, creating opportunities for energy ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 8, 2026

Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE)?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Energy - Broad segment of the equity market, the iShares U.S. Energy ETF (IYE) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on June 12, 2000.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 1, 2026

Energy ETFs to Watch as US-Venezuela Sign Historic Oil Deal

Energy ETFs could benefit as the U.S.-Venezuela oil deal drives long-term investment in Venezuela's oil infrastructure.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 1, 2026

Hormuz Escalation Pays Refiners And Tankers Again

Phillips 66 and DHT Holdings are positioned to benefit from ongoing Middle East tensions, with elevated crack spreads and tanker rates likely through the end of 2026. PSX delivered $9.41 EPS and $3B adjusted pre-tax income, with management guiding for strong refining margins and increased buybacks through 2027.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 1, 2026