Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares News - April 22, 2026
EU warns energy crisis surpasses 1973 shocks, citing U.S.-Iran conflict
EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen warned Thursday that the current energy crisis is more severe than the 1973 and 2022 oil shocks combined. The U.S.-Iran...
European Commission launches AccelerateEU to cut fossil fuel imports and costs
The European Commission unveiled AccelerateEU to bolster energy security and transition away from fossil fuels. This initiative responds to market volatility...
Chevron Wins Supreme Court Ruling, Shifting 42 Climate Lawsuits to Federal Court
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of Chevron regarding climate-related litigation. This decision allows the company to move 42 lawsuits from...
Exxon Mobil Weighs $600M Hong Kong Station Sale, Eyes Global Divestment
Exxon Mobil is discussing the sale of its network of 41 Esso-branded gasoline stations in Hong Kong. The transaction could be valued between $500 million and...
Trump Invokes Defense Production Act, Fast-Tracking US Energy Infrastructure
The Trump administration invoked the Defense Production Act (DPA) to accelerate domestic energy infrastructure development. This emergency declaration applies...
Iran Attacks Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Oil Surges Past $100
Brent crude prices climbed above $100 a barrel on Wednesday after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard reportedly fired on three container ships. The incident occurred...
Shell Faces New Dutch Lawsuit Demanding End to Fossil Fuel Investments
Friends of the Earth Netherlands filed a new lawsuit against Shell to block all new oil and gas investments. This legal action demands the energy giant cease...
White House extends Iran ceasefire, oil nears $100 on continued blockade
The White House announced an indefinite extension of its ceasefire with Iran on Wednesday. A U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will remain in place...
U.S.-Iran talks stall, risking Hormuz oil spikes after April 22
U.S. and Iranian negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz have stalled. A two-week ceasefire currently allows limited maritime passage. This agreement...