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Climate

Revealed: Oil and gas companies plan to take us beyond 2.5C

New oil and gas fields will push global warming beyond climate targets, yet Shell, TotalEnergies and Chevron are still investing.

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Bringing down the ‘Brazil cost’ through modernisation and reform

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A specific set of economic conditions known as the ‘Brazil Cost’ has, for a long time, presented a barrier not only to foreign investment, but to doing business within the country itself.

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Brazil invites investment in infrastructure & renewable energy

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With around 4,350 kilometres between its furthest points, Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world, flanked by 7,200 kilometres of Atlantic coastline and the borders of no less than ten South American countries.

Green News

Ditch forever chemicals, investors worth €8 trillion tell companies

As the threat of litigation increases, investors worth trillions of euros have urged chemical companies to phase out ‘forever chemicals.’

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Green News

Developing countries ‘need $2 trillion climate funding a year by 2030'

The climate crisis disproportionately impacts developing countries. A new report has put a price tag on the climate financing they need.

Portugal

Portugal considers scrapping controversial 'golden visa' scheme

The programme allows wealthy foreigners to obtain EU residency in exchange for investment.

Focus

Maximising the Democratic Republic of Congo's economic potential

In partnership with Ministry of Finances of DRC

The DRC has one of the strongest growth rates in the sub-Saharan region. To attract investors, Kinshasa hosted an unprecedented conference designed to explore the country's economic potential.

Europe News

EU refers Malta to court over controversial 'golden passport' scheme

Malta is now the only EU country that allows foreign investors to buy citizenship in exchange for investment.

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Current energy crisis calls for more innovation and investment, says Panasonic

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The energy crisis facing the world today increases the urgency to accelerate the transition to cleaner, more reliable energy sources and stimulate a "global energy revolution".

Green News

Europe's central bank to use climate scores when buying bonds

Purchases from those lagging behind on climate action under new rankings will be limited, the ECB says.

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Uzbekistan’s road map for future investors

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The increased transparency and bold reforms of the last five years have seen Uzbekistan’s economy grow at a speed few predicted. But can President Shavkat Mirzyoyev achieve his dream to create the Commonwealth of Independent States’ second highest economy after Russia?

Green News

Prince William charity invests with bank tied to dirty fuels

Prince William's conservation charity invests in companies tied to fossil fuels and palm oil.

Climate

These 10 finance firms alone own half of all future carbon emissions

Governments and investment managers wield a huge amount of power over fossil fuel firms, and could force them to transition faster.

Money

Can the US dollar be toppled as the world's premier reserve currency?

The power of the dollar as the world’s premier reserve currency gives the US far-reaching advantages over its rivals. But with Russia and other BRICS nations signalling their intention to challenge this power, is it under threat?

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How to fund a startup and stay afloat

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Around 20% of small businesses fail in their first year. Here are guidelines for staying afloat, from how to secure funding to investment pitfalls to avoid

Real Economy

EU energy plan: cut Russian fossil fuels, speed up green transition

In partnership with The European Commission

The pressure is on Europe to end its dependency on Russian fossil fuels, but how realistic are the EU's plans to achieve this by 2027? To find out, Real Economy visits several solar parks in Spain and speaks to EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson.

Money

How can investors best deal with crypto turbulence?

No matter what your personal stance on crypto is, the key to handling extreme market moves is having a plan in place, say these experts.

Tech News

European entrepreneurs launch €250 million fund for tech start-ups

Plural is an investment platform “by founders, for founders” that aims to disrupt the way Europe’s tech sector is funded.

Green News

Euroviews. The truth behind the EU Taxonomy: What counts as green investing?

The EU’s Taxonomy Regulation first began in 2018 as a framework for facilitating sustainable investment. But it's since become controversial.

Start Me Up

Steven Bartlett gives advice to startups on growth and scaling up

Since the WeWork story highlighted the risks of rapid business growth, the benefits of scaling up without excessive investment are appealing to startups.