Vivakor, Inc. (NASDAQ: VIVK) today announced the official launch of a significant $24 million commodity trade transaction through its newly operational Vivakor Supply & Trading (VST) arm. This strategic move marks Vivakor's full-scale entry into the crude oil marketing sector within the highly active Permian Basin, aiming to leverage its existing
The global financial landscape is poised for a significant shift as the World Bank forecasts a broad-based decline in commodity prices, projecting them to reach a six-year low by 2026. This anticipated downturn, marking the fourth consecutive year of depreciation, is driven primarily by a burgeoning oil surplus, weakening global
Washington D.C. – October 30, 2025 – The Federal Reserve, yesterday, delivered a widely anticipated 25-basis-point interest rate cut, bringing the federal funds rate to a target range of 3.75%-4.00%. This marks the second consecutive reduction in 2025, signaling a response to a softening labor market and ongoing
Brent crude prices had dropped to nearly $60 per barrel earlier this month amid concerns over OPEC+ oversupply and a spike in trade tensions between the U.S. and China.
Global markets are bracing for significant volatility as escalating geopolitical tensions threaten to push benchmark crude oil prices towards the $89 per barrel mark. While currently trading in the $60-$65 range, the specter of supply disruptions, particularly from the Middle East and Russia, casts a long shadow over the
Washington D.C., October 29, 2025 – The global economy is bracing for a significant shift as the World Bank's latest Commodity Markets Outlook report forecasts a substantial decline in commodity prices, projecting them to reach their lowest levels in six years by 2026. This anticipated downturn, marking a fourth consecutive
Washington D.C. - As the clock ticks down on October 29, 2025, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), which is widely expected to announce another quarter-point reduction in the benchmark federal funds rate. This highly anticipated decision marks a significant continuation of the
As October 2025 draws to a close, global financial markets are navigating a complex interplay of monetary policy shifts and geopolitical diplomacy. The Federal Reserve, acting on a softening labor market and cooling inflation, has delivered its second interest rate cut of the year, a move with profound implications for
As the financial world braces for another crucial earnings season, all eyes are turning to energy titan ExxonMobil (NYSE: XOM), whose third-quarter 2025 financial results are set to be unveiled on Friday, October 31, 2025. With the current date being October 29, 2025, the market is rife with anticipation, dissecting
NEW YORK, NY – October 28, 2025 – The S&P 500 Energy sector experienced a notable downturn today, declining by 1.01% by market close. While the broader market observed mixed signals, the energy segment's slide has drawn attention, particularly as specific, immediate catalysts for the decline were not readily apparent.
The US Mont Belvieu butane market is currently grappling with a significant downturn, as prices have been in a state of sustained weakness throughout late 2025. This persistent slump is primarily attributable to a confluence of factors: an oversupply of butane stemming from robust domestic production and elevated inventories, coupled
As of late October 2025, the global financial landscape is witnessing a striking divergence in commodity markets, with gold prices surging to unprecedented highs while crude oil values experience a notable dip. This contrasting movement is sending ripple effects across industries, creating distinct winners and losers, and signaling a heightened
As of October 2025, sustainable investing, once a niche consideration, has firmly cemented its position as a central pillar of global financial markets. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are no longer merely ethical add-ons but are now critical drivers influencing investment decisions, corporate strategies, and ultimately, company valuations. This
The financial markets are currently navigating a turbulent sea of commodity price fluctuations, with significant shifts in the values of crude oil, gold, and agricultural products sending ripple effects across various stock market sectors. As of October 28, 2025, a notable divergence in commodity performance is dictating the fortunes of
The global financial landscape in late 2025 is increasingly shaped by a complex web of geopolitical tensions, creating an environment of heightened uncertainty and volatility in stock markets worldwide. From the lingering shadows of the Russia-Ukraine conflict to the ongoing instability in the Middle East and the delicate dance of
As October 2025 draws to a close, the specter of inflation continues to cast a long shadow over global financial markets, presenting both challenges and opportunities for investors. While recent data suggests a slight moderation, the annual inflation rate in the United States remains stubbornly above the Federal Reserve's target,
The S&P 500 Energy sector finds itself once again at the nexus of global forces, with its performance today, and indeed in the foreseeable future, inextricably linked to the unpredictable dance of commodity prices, geopolitical maneuvering, and shifting global demand. While specific real-time performance data remains elusive at the
