Venezuela’s oil production is a third of what it was. A rapid revival is unlikely
Most American companies left Venezuela years ago, due to a combination of expropriations by the government and US sanctions.
08 January 2026
08 January 2026
Most American companies left Venezuela years ago, due to a combination of expropriations by the government and US sanctions.
The plan under consideration involves the US acquiring and marketing the majority of PDVSA's oil production.
The next year holds similar tensions as 2025, with the difference that AI investments might finally slow down after a year where they were a main driver of the global economy.
Chinese officials assess whether the AI firm’s move to Singapore and sale to Meta trigger technology export licence requirements.
Foreign investors will be able to buy Saudi shares directly, with new rules removing previous entry barriers from February 2026.
Power industry data in 2025 reveals a sector in transition: renewables overtaking coal, fewer deals seeing more value and a volatile job market.
FDI in renewable and alternative energy and digital infrastructure is on the rise, but structural challenges such as security issues and regulatory differences remain.
Across all sectors, German exports to the US dipped 7.8% YoY over the first three quarters of 2025.
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