Geopolitical tensions in the Gulf boost Equinor's share price amid rising energy prices
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The Economist
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The article discusses how geopolitical tensions leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have benefited Equinor, Norway's state-backed energy giant and Europe's largest hydrocarbon supplier. The crisis has driven European gas prices up 40% since February and pushed Brent crude to average $103 per barrel, boosting Equinor's share price by a quarter. However, the article notes that despite this windfall, Equinor faces challenges in transforming its aging business into a more dynamic, forward-looking company.
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Brent crude averaged $103 a barrel in the three months to May
Equinor's share price is up by a quarter
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