Oil prices fell sharply after reports of a US-Iran framework deal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil transit route. This potential reopening has eased concerns over global energy supply disruptions, causing crude prices to drop nearly 5-6%. UK oil majors BP and Shell saw their shares fall in early trading as investors priced in reduced supply risks. However, the deal still requires formal signing and clearance of mines, so market sensitivity remains high regarding safe shipping and normal Gulf oil flows.
Shell plc announced the dividend payments for the first quarter of 2026, set at US$0.3906 per ordinary share. Shareholders can receive dividends in US dollars, euros (€0.3381), or pounds sterling (29.18p), based on currency elections made by June 8, ...
The Fidelity Enhanced International ETF (FENI) has grown to $8.1 billion in assets, paying variable quarterly dividends from over 350 international companies. Its income is backed by stable dividends from well-capitalized firms like Novartis, HSBC, a...
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