The killing of three Indonesian peacekeepers in southern Lebanon is a stern test of Jakarta’s Middle East policy, with analysts saying the incident has raised questions over the risks of overseas deployment in Gaza and the region, as well as limits to global accountability. Several Indonesian lawmakers and observers said the deaths had exposed how little protection diplomatic positions could offer...
The killing of three Indonesian peacekeepers in southern Lebanon is a stern test of Jakarta’s Middle East policy, with analysts saying the incident has raised questions over the risks of overseas deployment in Gaza and the region, as well as limits to global accountability. Several Indonesian lawmakers and observers said the deaths had exposed how little protection diplomatic positions could offer during a spiralling conflict, arguing that Jakarta should reassess its role in Lebanon and...
I've been closely following the oil market for over a decade. Despite my extensive industry knowledge, I have no idea where oil prices will go from here. I can easily see a scenario where oil tops $200 a barrel if the war escalates and there are indefinite closures to the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. However, I can also see a glimmer of hope for a peace deal that could send crude...
I've been closely following the oil market for over a decade. Despite my extensive industry knowledge, I have no idea where oil prices will go from here. I can easily see a scenario where oil tops $200 a barrel if the war escalates and there are indefinite closures to the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. However, I can also see a glimmer of hope for a peace deal that could send crude prices plunging toward $50. Given all the uncertainty about where crude prices could head this month, I plan to focus on investing in energy stocks that will thrive in either scenario. Topping my list is Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) . Here's why it's the first energy stock I plan to buy in April. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading
Late-age cricket leagues are growing fast and the national Over-70s thrived on their winter southern hemisphere tour “You could compare and contrast if you so desired,” says England Over-70s manager Chris Lowe, offering the straightest of bats to my shameless prod. “You’re the journalist, so you probably will.” It would be professional negligence not to. So let us duly look at the fate that befell...
Late-age cricket leagues are growing fast and the national Over-70s thrived on their winter southern hemisphere tour “You could compare and contrast if you so desired,” says England Over-70s manager Chris Lowe, offering the straightest of bats to my shameless prod. “You’re the journalist, so you probably will.” It would be professional negligence not to. So let us duly look at the fate that befell Brendon McCullum’s England team over the winter, alongside that of their England Over-70s counterparts, whose itinerary bore a startling resemblance to their junior brethren. Continue reading...
Dollarama ( DLMAF ) ( DLMAY ) has priced an offering of $750M of fixed rate senior unsecured notes to be issued in two series. The offering comprises $375M aggregate principal amount of 3.940% senior unsecured notes due July 25, 2031, and $375M of 4.576% senior unsecured notes due April 2, 2036, both issued at par. The company plans to use the net proceeds of the offering to repay the $375M of its...
Dollarama ( DLMAF ) ( DLMAY ) has priced an offering of $750M of fixed rate senior unsecured notes to be issued in two series. The offering comprises $375M aggregate principal amount of 3.940% senior unsecured notes due July 25, 2031, and $375M of 4.576% senior unsecured notes due April 2, 2036, both issued at par. The company plans to use the net proceeds of the offering to repay the $375M of its outstanding 1.871% fixed-rate senior unsecured notes due July 8, 2026, which will be repaid in full at maturity, to fund capital expenditure initiatives, and for general corporate purposes. The sale is expected to close on or about April 2, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. More on Dollarama Dollarama: Look Through A Soft Q4 Dollarama Inc. (DOL:CA) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript Dollarama Inc. 2026 Q4 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation Dollarama posts double-digit sales growth, plans for more stores in Canada Historical earnings data for Dollarama
PM to focus on European defence and economic partnership for ‘dangerous world’ in pivot away from US UK politics live – latest updates Britain’s long-term national interest requires closer partnership with the EU, Keir Starmer has said, citing war in the Middle East and the increasingly volatile international situation. The prime minister indicated that the conflict had refocused the government on...
PM to focus on European defence and economic partnership for ‘dangerous world’ in pivot away from US UK politics live – latest updates Britain’s long-term national interest requires closer partnership with the EU, Keir Starmer has said, citing war in the Middle East and the increasingly volatile international situation. The prime minister indicated that the conflict had refocused the government on “ambitious” new ties with Europe, economically and in defence, and said how Britain emerged from the crisis “would define us for a generation”. Continue reading...