AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoGulf Supply Risks: Oil topped $110 a barrel as Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia stoked fears of wider disruption; a Kuwait-flagged tanker was also struck in the Strait of Hormuz, with its crew safe. Saudi crude exports rose in August despite a sharp production drop, showing how the kingdom is rerouting shipments. North Sea Policy: The UK approved the Jackdaw gas field, expected to start production this winter, while saying it will modestly bolster energy security but not cut bills. The decision drew climate criticism, and attention now turns to Rosebank and other projects seeking fast-track approval. Energy Affordability: The US plans to release heating oil from its Northeast reserve as winter costs climb. In Europe, an energy expert says temporary relief is not enough; grids, cross-border links and storage need investment to tackle high prices. Renewables: A new analysis finds power prices fall sharply when wind generation passes key thresholds in four European countries.
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