Core Insights - The 14th International Fujairah Bunkering & Fuel Oil Forum (FUJCON 2025) will take place from April 7-9, 2025, focusing on the maritime fuels industry's outlook and sustainability [1][4] - The event is co-hosted by the Department of Industry & Economy, Government of Fujairah, and the Port of Fujairah, highlighting its significance in the bunkering and maritime industry [2] - Fujairah has enhanced its role as an energy hub through strategic investments, with bunker sales reaching 7.67 million cubic meters in 2024, a 1.8% increase from the previous year [3] Event Details - FUJCON 2025 will feature presentations from industry leaders and experts, with a theme centered on sustainable fuels [4] - Activities will include a training course on alternative fuels, local tours, and a ministerial address on April 8, covering various topics such as global trade patterns and bunker fuel fundamentals [5] - The final day will focus on bunker fuel quality, low carbon fuels, regulatory frameworks, and technological advancements in the shipping sector [6] Industry Support - The event is supported by major marine and bunkering brands, indicating strong industry collaboration [7]

Company Overview - S&P Global is positioned at the core of decision-making processes in financial markets, commodity markets, and corporate supply chains, influencing strategies and day-to-day operations [3]. - The company operates through five divisions that provide clients with high-quality decision-making tools, including benchmarks, credit ratings, indices, price assessments, and extensive data and technology products [3]. Business Highlights - The company emphasizes its role in enabling clients to navigate markets and create strategies, showcasing its depth of data and advanced technology offerings [3].

Core Insights - S&P Global Market Intelligence has enhanced its RiskGauge and Credit Analytics solutions, expanding access to a database of over 400 million companies across more than 200 countries and territories, covering all major sectors and industries [1][6] - The enhanced solutions provide configurable and downloadable credit risk assessment reports, offering a comprehensive view of credit risk exposure [1][6] - The expansion aims to help organizations understand and mitigate credit risk, providing critical insights for navigating complex decisions in the global marketplace [2] Key Features - RiskGauge score combines financial, business, and market risk for over 400 million companies globally [6] - Comprehensive corporate information includes up-to-date company financials across both developed and developing markets [6] - An Early Warning Framework identifies potential credit risk deterioration and highlights economic and geopolitical hot spots [6] - Extensive workflow, data, and analytics features are available for both Non-Financial and Financial Corporates through Credit Analytics and RiskGauge Desktop platforms [6] - RiskGauge reports include detailed historical performance, financials, firmographics, and key developments [6] - Data quality assurance is ensured through automated data audits and robust quality checks [6]

S&P Global Mobility projects that February 2025 will realize a rebound from the slow January result, but new US vehicle sales face an unsettled environment. SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With volume for the month projected at 1.23 million units, February 2025 U.S. auto sales are estimated to translate to an estimated sales pace of 16.1 million units (seasonally adjusted annual rate: SAAR). This would be a step up from the 15.6 million unit pace of January 2025 and reflective of the volati ...

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Global forum to focus on 'Investing for Market Growth and A Low Carbon Future' HOUSTON, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrating 40 years of sharing unmatched market intelligence and convening top thinkers across the industry, the annual World Petrochemical Conference (WPC) by S&P Global returns to Houston from March 17 to 21, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel located downtown. At this gathering of more than 550 leading companies in the global chemical industry, more than 200 speakers and close to 1500 a ...

Core Insights - The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices reported a 3.9% annual gain in U.S. home prices for December 2024, slightly up from 3.7% in the previous month [1][2] - The 10-City Composite Index saw a 5.1% annual increase, while the 20-City Composite Index recorded a 4.5% increase [2] - New York led the 20 cities with a 7.2% annual gain, while Tampa experienced the lowest return with a decline of 1.1% [2] Year-over-Year Performance - The U.S. National Home Price NSA Index showed a 3.9% annual return for December, an increase from 3.7% in November [2] - The 10-City Composite Index increased by 5.1%, up from 5% in the previous month, and the 20-City Composite Index rose by 4.5%, compared to 4.3% previously [2] - Notable annual gains were reported in New York (7.2%), Chicago (6.6%), and Boston (6.3%) [2] Month-over-Month Performance - The pre-seasonally adjusted U.S. National and 20-City Composite Indices both dropped by 0.1% in December, while the 10-City Composite Index fell by 0.04% [3] - After seasonal adjustment, all three indices (U.S. National, 20-City, and 10-City Composite) posted a month-over-month increase of 0.5% [3] Market Analysis - Since 2020, national home prices have risen by 8.8% annually, with significant growth in Florida, North Carolina, Southern California, and Arizona [4] - The peak home price appreciation of 18.9% was observed in 2021, with current growth below historical trends [4] - The second half of 2024 saw a stall in home prices, particularly in the West, with San Francisco experiencing a 4.5% decline [5] Regional Insights - The Northeast region continues to show above-trend growth, with New York achieving the highest annual gain for the eighth consecutive time [6] - Boston reached an all-time high in home prices, the only market to do so for the period ending December 2024 [6] Supporting Data - The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices provide a historical perspective on home price trends, with the National Index currently at 323.22, reflecting a 141.2% increase from its 2012 trough [8] - The 20-City Composite Index is at 332.21, showing a 147.8% increase from its trough in 2012 [9]

CENTREVILLE, Va., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CARFAX, the leader in vehicle history data, along with Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, a renowned actuarial consulting firm, have developed an innovative score designed to modernize and replace traditional vehicle symbols. The CARFAX Vehicle Build Score utilizes the full 17-digit VIN to help insurers refine their rating by better understanding a vehicle's value and specific attributes through a simple score.The CARFAX Vehicle Build Score incorporates a proprieta ...

The world's supply chains are operating at full capacity, with the notable exception of Europe, which remains in a protracted industrial recession. Asia's manufacturing growth was reported by major exporters, led by South Korea, China, and India. Despite the possibility of tariffs and significant uncertainty surrounding their implementation, global manufacturers are not stockpiling inventories. CLARK, N.J., Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index — a leading indicator tra ...

The world's supply chains are operating at full capacity, with the notable exception of Europe, which remains in a protracted industrial recession. Asia's manufacturing growth was reported by major exporters, led by South Korea, China, and India. Despite the possibility of tariffs and significant uncertainty surrounding their implementation, global manufacturers are not stockpiling inventories. CLARK, N.J., Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index — a leading indicator tra ...