**U.S. Footwear Sales Remain Stable in 2025, Driven by Specific Styles**

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According to Circana, the U.S. footwear market maintained steady sales in 2025, reaching $90 billion, consistent with the previous year. Key contributors to this stability included running styles, clogs, and high-shaft boots, which saw notable demand during the fourth quarter. These categories helped offset weaker performance in other segments, supporting …

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**Global Oil Prices Update – February 2, 2026**

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On February 2, 2026, international spot and futures prices for crude oil and refined petroleum products showed notable movements. Crude oil prices experienced moderate fluctuations influenced by supply reports and market demand forecasts. Refined product prices, including gasoline and diesel, also reflected changes in refining output and seasonal consumption patterns. …

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**Headline:** Global Equity Markets Update: EIF Global Oil and Gas Index Highlights Performance of 21 Companies

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Equity markets showed varied movements on February 2, 2026, with the EIF Global Oil and Gas Index reflecting changes in the share prices of 21 publicly traded companies within the sector. The index provides a consolidated view of the oil and gas industry’s market performance, capturing trends across multiple regions …

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**Abu Dhabi Combines Sovereign Wealth Funds Under New Entity**

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Abu Dhabi has announced the consolidation of its sovereign wealth fund ADQ into a newly established investment fund led by the crown prince. This restructuring aims to streamline the management of the emirate’s state-owned assets. The new fund will oversee a broad portfolio of investments previously managed by ADQ, signaling …

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**Headline:** Daily Renewable Energy Generation Compared to Gas Output in Key U.S. Grids

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California ISO (CAISO), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), and PJM Interconnection have released data showing the daily renewable energy production expressed in terms of equivalent natural gas generation. This comparison highlights the scale of renewable energy integration across these major regional grids. The data provides insight into how much …

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**Headline:** Gas and Electricity Prices Along with Spark Spreads Reported for Key Hubs on February 2, 2026

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On February 2, 2026, gas prices, electricity prices, and spark spreads for major trading hubs were released, providing insight into the profitability of gas-fired power plants. These figures reflect the market conditions faced by merchant generators operating in the energy sector. The data highlights the relationship between fuel costs and …

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