Workers at Peru's PetroPeru start 72hr strike

The 72-hour strike by workers at PetroPeru adds a layer of supply risk to the energy market, particularly if it disrupts production or logistics.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 19 Jan 2026, 15:01 UTCOn the live feed at 14:41 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Trading on Euronext equity derivatives halted due to technical issues

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Workers at Peru's PetroPeru start 72hr strike

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France uses 49.3 constitutional power to pass budget without a vote in parliament, French Press reports

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Brazil Finance Minister Haddad says he trust Central Bank governor Galipolo

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This could lead to upward pressure on crude prices, especially if the situation escalates or becomes prolonged. Traders should monitor any immediate impact on energy-related assets and the potential for broader market reactions.

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