Cocoa futures in New York have surged to unprecedented levels as persistent supply challenges grip the market. This escalation is set to increase financial pressure on both chocolate manufacturers and consumers. The surge follows a string of poor harvests in West Africa, the world’s primary cocoa-growing region, which has now endured a third consecutive year […]
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is shaping up to be one of the most intense on record, posing significant risks to the oil and gas industry. Infrastructure damage, supply chain disruptions, and economic challenges are among the critical threats, especially for offshore and remote operations. The Gulf Coast, a region that accounts for 45% of […]