Energy in America

Manchin says carbon tax not on the table 'right now'

Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., said Tuesday that he would not support the inclusion of a so-called “carbon tax” in President Biden’s social spending bill, presenting another potential roadblock for Democratic leaders scrambling for an agreement on the administration’s signature legislation.

‘Crazy’ bets on $200 oil invade the options market

Traders once again are betting that the U.S. oil benchmark will surge above $100 a barrel, from a recent $82, as early as December. U.S. crude, known as West Texas Intermediate or WTI, is up 10% this month, and 70% this year.