A man cooks with firewood during a blackout in Havana on May 13, 2026. Yamil Lage | Afp | Getty Images Cuba has run out of oil and diesel, its energy minister said on Wednesday, as an ongoing U.S. blockade starves the island nation of fuel. "The sum of the different types of fuel: crude oil, fuel oil, of which we have absolutely none; diesel, of which we have absolutely none … the only thing we ha...
A man cooks with firewood during a blackout in Havana on May 13, 2026. Yamil Lage | Afp | Getty Images Cuba has run out of oil and diesel, its energy minister said on Wednesday, as an ongoing U.S. blockade starves the island nation of fuel. "The sum of the different types of fuel: crude oil, fuel oil, of which we have absolutely none; diesel, of which we have absolutely none … the only thing we have is gas from our wells, where production has grown," Cuban Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy said on state media, according to broadcaster the BBC . A U.S. blockade has blocked shipments of oil into the country since January, prompting blackouts lasting up to 22 hours a day in parts of the Cuban capital Havana. De la O Levy said the country's predicament is "extremely tense." According to Reuters news agency, which has reporters on the ground in Havana, protests broke out in the city on Wednesday evening, with hundreds crowding the streets, blocking roads with garbage and shouting "turn on the lights." People walk on a street during a blackout in Havana on May 13, 2026. Yamil Lage | Afp | Getty Images De la O Levy warned Cuba has "no reserves" and that its national grid is in a "critical state," the Guardian newspaper reported separately. Cuba had been heavily dependent on oil from Venezuela, but the communist-run Caribbean island has effectively been cut off since early January when the U.S. launched a military operation to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The Trump administration has called Cuba's government "an unusual and extraordinary threat", suggesting the White House could turn its attention to Cuba when the Iran war is concluded. In a Truth Social post on Tuesday, Trump said talks between the U.S. and Cuba would happen, without giving details on when they might take place. "Cuba is asking for help, and we are going to talk," he said ahead of his visit to China. The U.S. State Department said Wednesday that it was willing to provide $100 million in a...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu quietly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Israeli-U.S. war with Iran, his office said Wednesday. The UAE later denied any secret visit had occurred. (Image credit: Ilia Yefimovich/AP)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu quietly visited the United Arab Emirates during the Israeli-U.S. war with Iran, his office said Wednesday. The UAE later denied any secret visit had occurred. (Image credit: Ilia Yefimovich/AP)
Crescent Capital BDC ( CCAP ) declares $0.34/share quarterly dividend , -19% decrease from prior dividend of $0.42. Forward yield 10.41% Payable July 15; for shareholders of record June 30; ex-div June 30. Special cash dividends related to undistributed taxable income in the aggregate amount of $0.09 per share, to be paid in three equal quarterly installments of $0.03 per share. 1st installment pa...
Crescent Capital BDC ( CCAP ) declares $0.34/share quarterly dividend , -19% decrease from prior dividend of $0.42. Forward yield 10.41% Payable July 15; for shareholders of record June 30; ex-div June 30. Special cash dividends related to undistributed taxable income in the aggregate amount of $0.09 per share, to be paid in three equal quarterly installments of $0.03 per share. 1st installment payable June 15, 2026; for shareholders of record May 31, 2026; ex-div May 29, 2026. 2nd installment payable September 15, 2026; for shareholders of record August 31, 2026; ex-div August 28, 2026. 3rd installment payable December 15, 2026; for shareholders of record November 30, 2026; ex-div November 27, 2026. See CCAP Dividend Scorecard, Yield Chart, & Dividend Growth. More on Crescent Capital BDC Crescent Capital BDC: Additional Downside Risks Remain (Rating Downgrade) Crescent Capital BDC: Interesting, But No Rush Crescent Capital BDC: This 13%+ Yielding Bargain Remains A Buy Crescent Capital BDC Q1 2026 Earnings Preview Crescent Capital BDC signals review of dividend and fee structure amid lower base rates
A $10 billion private equity firm that made its name as a chemicals specialist has seen a wave of its holdings fall into distress amid a severe industry downturn, pushing the investor to adapt its strategy. SK Capital Partners -backed Archroma just managed to pull off a tricky debt extension for around $1 billion of junk loans. The transaction came down to the wire , with creditors of the Swiss co...
A $10 billion private equity firm that made its name as a chemicals specialist has seen a wave of its holdings fall into distress amid a severe industry downturn, pushing the investor to adapt its strategy. SK Capital Partners -backed Archroma just managed to pull off a tricky debt extension for around $1 billion of junk loans. The transaction came down to the wire , with creditors of the Swiss company only agreeing after multiple delays and sweetened terms. For the New York-based investor, it marks the latest in a series of debt ordeals: It’s handed four companies to creditors in the past few years, while another filed for insolvency. Restructuring talks with creditors of Seqens , a French supplier to the pharmaceutical and personal care industries, are ongoing. Issues have piled up since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which caused an energy price surge just as China flooded global markets with cheaper chemicals. Since then, SK Capital has made moves to diversify, buying up niche businesses with more defensive end markets like pharmaceuticals and aerospace. “As the global specialty chemicals industry has evolved, we’ve been deliberate about investing in areas that can perform through change,” a spokesperson for SK Capital said in an emailed statement, mentioning materials sciences, specialty ingredients, and life sciences. “We think that approach is delivering real results for our investors.” The chemicals industry experienced a “once-in-a-generation” downturn starting in the second half of 2022, said Timothy Riminton , a senior credit analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence. The war in the Middle East may help European companies win back an edge, but it comes too late for some of SK Capital’s holdings . That’s reflected in some of the firm’s returns. A more than $2 billion buyout fund that started investing in 2019 yielded an internal rate of return of -0.35% as of December 2025, according to filings from a limited partner, West Virginia Investment Management Board. The ...
(RTTNews) - Trend Micro Inc. (TMICY, 4704.T), a cybersecurity company, on Thursday reported higher net income in the first quarter of 2026 compared to with the previous year.
(RTTNews) - Trend Micro Inc. (TMICY, 4704.T), a cybersecurity company, on Thursday reported higher net income in the first quarter of 2026 compared to with the previous year.
We have selected seven lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. What is China’s luxury Silk Road Express train like? We ride its new route A resplendent train cuts a fine figure at platform two of Chengdu West Railway Station. Its elegant exterior, unlike the other austere carriages t...
We have selected seven lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. What is China’s luxury Silk Road Express train like? We ride its new route A resplendent train cuts a fine figure at platform two of Chengdu West Railway Station. Its elegant exterior, unlike the other austere carriages trackside, features striking hues of celadon blue and red, and hand-painted gilded lettering. This is...
Maximusnd/iStock via Getty Images By Snezhana Otto and Justin Moreau Value companies tend to either benefit or buffer as AI uncertainties play out. High-growth technology stocks still dominate the investment landscape, fueled by the promise of AI. But recent signs of a broadening market are revealing that more industries beyond just tech are positioned to benefit. We think large-cap value stocks a...
Maximusnd/iStock via Getty Images By Snezhana Otto and Justin Moreau Value companies tend to either benefit or buffer as AI uncertainties play out. High-growth technology stocks still dominate the investment landscape, fueled by the promise of AI. But recent signs of a broadening market are revealing that more industries beyond just tech are positioned to benefit. We think large-cap value stocks are well-poised for this shift, especially since AI can be both a disruptive and driving force in today’s dynamic market. The AI revolution is redefining entire market segments. Greater uncertainty over which companies will win or lose the AI race is adding a layer of investment risk, as investors struggle to predict the long-term livelihood of fast-growth companies leading the way. AI Is Shaking Up Businesses For instance, AI concerns recently forced a rapid reset of software stocks , with the market reacting indiscriminately to the technology’s disruptive potential. Rapid improvements in AI are also raising concerns about the long-term earnings of companies that rely on white-collar labor or have few physical assets. Investors are increasingly worried that AI could disrupt established business models across industries such as finance, online travel and clinical research services. AI potentially could significantly change the job market, with ripple effects across many businesses. For instance, companies that depend on large office workforces - such as office real estate investment trusts (REITs), already struggling with lower post-COVID-19 occupancy - may face added pressure if AI reduces demand for white-collar jobs. McKinsey & Company estimates AI will automate 30% of all hours worked in the next four years. But what will this mean for jobs? AI was cited for sweeping layoffs at hyperscaler Meta Platforms ( META ) and apparel icon Nike ( NKE ), perhaps the early global wave among 92 million displaced workers projected by the World Economic Forum by 2030. How Value Can Sid...
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping signalled a relationship reset as the two leaders set a positive tone at their historic summit in Beijing. Meanwhile President Xi warned that Taiwan remains the most critical issue in China-US relations. Ali Wyne, Senior Research and Advocacy Advisor for U.S.-China Relations at the International Crisis Group spoke to Bloomberg’s Horizons Middle East and Afric...
Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping signalled a relationship reset as the two leaders set a positive tone at their historic summit in Beijing. Meanwhile President Xi warned that Taiwan remains the most critical issue in China-US relations. Ali Wyne, Senior Research and Advocacy Advisor for U.S.-China Relations at the International Crisis Group spoke to Bloomberg’s Horizons Middle East and Africa anchor Joumanna Bercetche on the visit between the two leaders. (Source: Bloomberg)