... threat of new trade barriers (such as the aforementioned U.S. tariffs) — intensify concerns about global economic growth. Some financial institutions are revising forecasts: several investment banks predict an average Brent price in Q4 2025 at around mid-$60,... ... energy resources. The United States serves as a notable example of a coal renaissance. According to official data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), American power plants increased coal consumption for electricity generation by 19% in the first ...