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S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) and IHS Markit (NYSE: INFO) announced that the UK Competition and Markets Authority found no major competition concerns regarding their merger, except for specific commodity and petrochemical price assessments in the UK. To address these concerns, they plan to divest IHS Markit's Oil Price Information Services, Coal, Metals and Mining, and PetroChem Wire businesses to News Corp, among other proposals. The companies aim to achieve clearance for their transaction by submitting these remedies, with a provisional CMA decision expected by November 2, 2021.
S&P Dow Jones Indices and MSCI announced a consultation regarding potential changes to the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) structure in 2022. The consultation period, from October 18 to December 20, 2021, aims to ensure that GICS remains aligned with current market conditions. Key areas for potential changes include the classification of renewable energy companies, data processing services, banks, REITs, and cannabis definitions. Any modifications will be revealed by February 2022.
S&P Global Platts and Xpansiv have introduced Methane Performance Certificates (MPCs) to establish a new benchmark for methane performance in U.S. natural gas production. This initiative responds to increasing demand for low-carbon fuels and enables producers to sell certificates representing zero methane emissions. The daily price benchmark for MPCs commenced on October 4, with assessments reflecting market transactions. The first MPC was transferred between Pacific Canbriam Energy and Skeena Bioenergy, promoting higher standards for emissions in natural gas production.
The 2021 global exploration budget report from S&P Global Market Intelligence reveals a substantial recovery in the mining exploration sector, with a 35% increase year-over-year, reaching $11.2 billion from $8.3 billion in 2020. Key insights include robust metal prices, with gold averaging $1,784 per ounce and copper at $4.25 per pound in August 2021. Canada leads budget allocations at $2.1 billion, while Africa sees less growth. Junior explorers have increased budgets by 62%, totaling $4.1 billion, although major firms still account for half of the total budget.
Gazelle Wind Power has been recognized as a finalist in the 23rd annual S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards in two categories: Emerging Technology of the Year and Rising Star Company Award. Their innovative floating wind platform technology, which received a feasibility statement from DNV, is designed to enhance energy production by being placed farther offshore, while minimizing costs and environmental impact. The winners will be announced in New York City on
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) will release its third quarter 2021 financial results on October 26, 2021, at 7:15 a.m. EDT. A conference call will follow at 8:30 a.m. EDT, featuring CEO Douglas L. Peterson and CFO Ewout Steenbergen, discussing these results. The presentation will be accessible through their Investor Relations website. Archived materials will be available post-call. The company provides crucial credit ratings and market analytics in the capital and commodity markets.
