NEW YORK — Shares of Liquidia Corporation (NASDAQ: LQDA) surged more than 25% in morning trading Monday to $48.54 as investors cheered the biopharmaceutical company’s transformative first-quarter 2026 results, driven by the blockbuster commercial launch of its pulmonary hypertension drug YUTREPIA.

The dramatic gain reflects growing Wall Street confidence in Liquidia’s rapid transition from a development-stage company to a profitable commercial player in the $5+ billion inhaled treprostinil market. YUTREPIA, Liquidia’s innovative dry-powder formulation, has seen exceptionally strong early uptake since its 2025 launch.

Q1 2026 financial highlights

Liquidia reported first-quarter revenue of approximately $132.9 million, a massive increase from just $3.1 million in the prior-year period. Nearly all of that growth came from YUTREPIA net product sales of roughly $130 million. The company swung to a strong net profit of $52.9 million, or $0.52 per share, compared with a loss in the year-ago quarter. Adjusted EBITDA reached $71.2 million.

Management highlighted more than 4,500 unique patient prescriptions and approximately 3,750 patients treated with YUTREPIA between launch and April 30, 2026. The company also recorded its third consecutive quarter of profitability.

YUTREPIA commercial momentum

YUTREPIA is an inhaled dry-powder formulation of treprostinil approved for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD). Its convenient, low-effort inhaler and dosing flexibility have driven rapid adoption among patients and physicians seeking alternatives to existing therapies.

Analysts note that Liquidia has successfully captured meaningful market share in a competitive space dominated by United Therapeutics. Strong payer coverage, physician enthusiasm, and patient preference for the dry-powder format have fueled the impressive launch trajectory.

Analyst reaction and raised expectations

Several firms have raised price targets and maintained Buy ratings following the earnings beat. The stock’s valuation, while elevated after the recent run, is supported by visible revenue growth, expanding margins, and a robust pipeline. Liquidia also benefits from intellectual property protections around its PRINT technology platform.

Monday’s surge came on heavy volume, with traders rotating aggressively into the name. The move extends a powerful upward trend that has seen the stock deliver extraordinary returns for investors who recognized its potential early in the YUTREPIA launch phase.

Company background and strategy

Liquidia has successfully evolved from a pure-play drug developer into a commercial-stage rare disease company. Its focus on improving delivery of proven molecules through innovative formulations has allowed faster regulatory paths and strong differentiation in the marketplace. Beyond YUTREPIA, the company maintains a pipeline targeting additional respiratory and vascular indications.

CEO Roger Jeffs and the leadership team have emphasized disciplined commercial execution, patient support programs, and strategic partnerships to maximize YUTREPIA’s potential while advancing the broader portfolio.

Risks and considerations

Despite the enthusiasm, Liquidia operates in a competitive therapeutic area with established players. Ongoing patent litigation and potential future competition remain important variables. Like many biotech stocks, LQDA can experience significant volatility tied to clinical, regulatory, or commercial developments.

Valuation metrics have expanded rapidly with the stock’s rise. Investors should weigh the strong growth narrative against execution risks and the possibility of profit-taking after such a sharp move.

Broader biotech and pulmonary hypertension context

Liquidia’s success highlights continued innovation in rare disease and specialty pharmaceutical markets. The pulmonary hypertension space, while relatively small, offers high unmet need and attractive pricing dynamics for differentiated therapies. Liquidia’s ability to gain traction quickly demonstrates the power of patient-centric innovation.

What’s next for Liquidia (Future Forecast)

Investors will watch closely for updates on YUTREPIA commercial metrics, additional pipeline progress, and any strategic moves such as partnerships or expanded indications. The company’s Q2 earnings in August will provide the next major catalyst.

Monday’s powerful move underscores how quickly investor sentiment can shift when a biotech company delivers clear commercial proof-of-concept in a high-value market. For Liquidia, the combination of strong sales, profitability, and pipeline potential has transformed it into one of 2026’s standout small-cap biotech stories.

As trading continues, all eyes remain on whether this momentum can be sustained or if the stock consolidates after its explosive run. For now, the market is rewarding Liquidia’s successful execution on its vision to revolutionize care for patients with challenging respiratory and vascular diseases.

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Good afternoon, and welcome to the BFF Banking Group First Quarter 2026 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note this event is being recorded. I would like to turn the conference over to Caterina Della Mora, Head of Investor Relations; and Giuseppe Sica, Group CEO. Please go ahead.

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Good afternoon, and thank you for joining BFF’s First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Call. We will start with a presentation by our CEO, Giuseppe Sica, followed by Q&A. [Operator Instructions] Let me hand over now to Giuseppe Sica.

Giuseppe Sica
GM, CEO, CFO & VP of Finance and Administration Department

Thank you, Caterina, and thank you, everyone, for joining this call. Before we dive into the presentation, some of you may have already noticed that we have introduced some new formats and slides. This allows us to better illustrate the diversified nature of our group and to focus on the key drivers of our performance. You can still find for this quarter all the other details in the appendix.

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Today, we are announcing what are good results in what remains a complex environment. Our profitability improved with adjusted net income significantly up year-on-year. This result is underpinned by the performance of our Payments and Security Services business, as well as factoring and lending, where we are focused on the profitability of our volumes.

India’s state-run fuel retailers are staring at first-quarter losses large enough to wipe out profitability for the full fiscal year, as soaring crude prices and a government-led freeze on pump prices squeeze marketing margins, according to a top government source.

Since the war broke out in the Middle East 10 weeks ago, state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have ensured uninterrupted supplies of petrol, diesel and cooking gas LPG at rates that are way below cost, unlike many global energy systems that imposed rationing or passed through steep price increases.

This has resulted in the three OMCs – Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) – running record high under-recoveries (the difference between cost and retail selling price), the source, who wished not to be named, said.

The combined under-recovery on petrol, diesel and cooking gas LPG is Rs 1,000 crore to Rs 1,200 crore daily, he said.

Despite a 50 per cent surge in input crude oil prices, petrol and diesel continue to be priced at a two-year-old rate of Rs 94.77 a litre and Rs 87.67 per litre respectively. Domestic cooking gas LPG prices were raised in March by Rs 60 per cylinder, but they are still way lower than the actual cost.

“At current oil prices, the losses in the current quarter (April-June) will wipe out the company’s entire year’s profit of about Rs 76,000 crore,” he said, adding that after considering losses in March – the first month of the crisis – the cumulative losses come to about Rs 1 lakh crore.
The oil companies are currently losing Rs 14 per litre on petrol, Rs 42 a litre on diesel and Rs 674 a litre on cooking gas LPG.Commenting on rising losses faced by oil marketing companies, Prashant Vashisht, Senior Vice President & Co-Group Head, Corporate Ratings, ICRA Ltd, said, “The oil marketing companies are incurring substantial losses on the sale of auto fuels and domestic LPG owing to high international crude oil and product prices.

“ICRA estimates that at crude prices of USD 120-125 per barrel, and considering the past 10-year average crack spreads for auto fuels, oil marketing companies incur losses of around Rs 1,000 crore per day on the sale of auto fuels and domestic LPG. This level of losses is unsustainable and would need to be addressed if elevated crude oil and product prices persist over an extended period.”

The revenues that OMCs earn from selling fuel are the only source that is used by them to buy crude oil (raw material), build infrastructure to process it into fuel and lay a network to take the product to consumers.

For 10 weeks, the OMCs have managed to insulate the Indian market but now the cost is visible, the source said, adding they may have to borrow more to meet the working capital requirement (buying of crude oil).

“If elevated crude prices persist for an extended period, OMCs may require higher working capital borrowings and calibrated reprioritisation of some capex timelines,” he said. “However, strategic investments in refining expansion, energy security infrastructure, ethanol blending, biofuels, and transition fuels continue to remain national priorities and are expected to proceed with Government support.”

While countries from Japan to the United Kingdom have raised petrol and diesel prices by up to 30 per cent since the start of the West Asia conflict, fuel prices in India continue at two-year-old levels.

This despite the war disrupting India’s import of 40 per cent of crude oil (raw material for making petrol and diesel), 90 per cent cooking gas LPG and 65 per cent natural gas (used to generate electricity, make fertiliser, turned into CNG and piped to household kitchens for cooking).

While the three OMCs have worked overtime to keep the supply lines running even when demand spiked due to panic buying, the government intervention included excise duty reductions to absorb part of the fuel cost burden. The special additional excise duty on petrol was cut to Rs 3 per litre from Rs 13, while excise duty on diesel was reduced to zero from Rs 10 per litre.

The government has taken a hit of Rs 14,000 crore a month in cutting the excise duty, the source said.

For travellers, investors and hospitality leaders assessing remote marine tourism, a Raja Ampat diving liveaboard guide should do more than describe cabins, reefs and itineraries; it should explain why the liveaboard model has become one of Indonesia’s most refined examples of experience-led luxury.

In Raja Ampat, service quality is measured not only by comfort but also by timing, safety, discretion, environmental care, and the ability to deliver something deeply memorable without making it feel manufactured.

Why Raja Ampat Holds a Unique Position in Indonesian Tourism

Raja Ampat is not a mass-market destination. Its appeal comes from remoteness, biodiversity and the sense of entering a marine landscape that still feels rare. For liveaboard operators, this creates both opportunity and responsibility.

Guests are not simply booking a boat. They are booking with confidence. They want to know that the crew understands currents, weather, dive planning, hospitality flow, food preferences and the subtle expectations of international luxury travellers.

This is where Raja Ampat liveaboard diving differs from many land-based holidays. The experience is self-contained. The vessel is the hotel, restaurant, dive centre, transport provider and private retreat, all at once.

• Every crew interaction matters.
• Every schedule decision affects comfort.
• Every safety briefing shapes trust.
• Every meal contributes to the overall memory.
• Every environmental choice reflects the brand.

A well-structured Raja Ampat diving liveaboard guide helps operators and guests alike understand how each of these details contributes to an experience that feels seamless rather than scripted.

The Rise of Experience-Led Luxury at Sea

Polished wood, spacious cabins, or fine dining alone no longer define luxury in liveaboard travel in Indonesia. These details still matter, but modern guests expect something more layered: privacy, authenticity, personalisation and responsible access to nature.

A well-managed liveaboard succeeds when guests feel looked after without feeling controlled. The rhythm should feel effortless, even though behind the scenes it requires serious operational discipline.

This balance is especially important in Raja Ampat, where weather windows, dive site selection and guest ability must be managed carefully. Luxury here is not about excess. It is about judgment.

What Guests Really Value on a Raja Ampat Liveaboard

Many guests arrive after searching for terms such as “scuba Indonesia” or “best diving” because they already know the country offers world-class underwater experiences. However, once they are on board, what they remember most is often the human side of the journey.

They remember the cruise director who adjusted the plan after listening to their concerns. They remember the chef who handled dietary needs without fuss. They remember the dive guide who noticed anxiety before it became a problem.

The strongest liveaboard experiences usually include:

• Clear pre-arrival communication.
• Honest explanations of itinerary flexibility.
• Well-maintained diving and safety equipment.
• Calm, capable dive guides.
• Respectful service that is attentive but not intrusive.
• Food and beverage standards suited to remote cruising.
• Sensible environmental practices.
• A crew culture that feels warm and professional.

These are not decorative extras. They are the operating foundations of high-end marine hospitality.

Raja Ampat Compared with Komodo

Many travellers considering a Raja Ampat journey may also be looking at a Komodo liveaboard. Both destinations are exceptional, but they offer different moods and operational realities.

Komodo is often associated with dramatic landscapes, stronger currents, seasonal manta encounters and a more adventurous tone. Raja Ampat feels more expansive, remote and immersive, with a strong emphasis on biodiversity, reef variety and longer cruising distances.

For hospitality businesses, the comparison is useful because it shows that Indonesia cannot be treated as one single dive product. Each region needs its own positioning, staffing style and guest communication strategy.

A practical distinction for operators:

• Komodo often attracts guests seeking intensity, scenery and adventure.
• Raja Ampat often attracts guests seeking rarity, immersion and marine abundance.
• Both require strong safety systems and transparent guest briefings.
• Both benefit from a luxury that feels grounded rather than excessive.

The Business Case for Responsible Remote Tourism

For BM Magazine readers, the liveaboard sector is interesting because it demonstrates how a niche tourism model can create high-value economic activity without relying on large-scale development.

A well-run liveaboard supports local employment, marine park fees, supply chains, guides, harbour services and specialist maintenance. It also encourages longer booking windows and higher guest spend compared with many short-stay tourism products.

However, the model only works in the long term if it protects the asset that creates demand: the marine environment. Raja Ampat’s reefs are not a backdrop. They are the core infrastructure of the business.

This means operators must think beyond occupancy and seasonal revenue. They must consider carrying capacity, anchoring practices, waste systems, community relationships and guest education.

Service Excellence in a Confined Luxury Environment

A resort has space. A liveaboard has intimacy. That changes the rules of hospitality.

On board, small issues become visible quickly. A delayed meal, a confusing dive schedule, or a poorly handled complaint can affect the overall atmosphere. Equally, small gestures can have an outsized impact.

The best managers train crews to read the room. Some guests want conversation. Others want quiet. Some want every dive possible. Others may need rest but feel hesitant to miss out. Luxury service is knowing when to suggest, when to step back and when to solve a problem before it grows quietly.

Safety as a Brand Promise

In diving, safety is not simply a technical requirement. It is part of the emotional contract with the guest.

A premium liveaboard must be able to demonstrate competence without creating anxiety. Briefings should be clear, equipment should be checked, emergency procedures should be known to all crew members, and dive plans should match the day’s actual conditions.

The strongest operators do not treat safety as something hidden behind the scenes. They make it visible in a calm, reassuring way.

This includes:

• Professional dive briefings.
• Realistic current and visibility updates.
• Conservative planning where needed.
• Crew coordination between deck, tender and dive teams.
• Oxygen, first-aid and emergency response readiness.
• Guest screening without embarrassment or pressure.

Trust is built when guests see that standards are consistent.

Food, Comfort and Cultural Detail

Food on a Raja Ampat liveaboard does more than fill the time between dives. It gives structure to the day and provides comfort in a remote environment.

International guests appreciate variety, but they also value a sense of place. Indonesian flavours, responsibly sourced local seafood, tropical fruit, and thoughtful presentation can make the journey feel connected to the region.

Hospitality managers should not underestimate the importance of these moments. After a morning dive, a well-prepared meal can feel as memorable as a luxury hotel dinner, precisely because of the setting.

What the Wider Hospitality Industry Can Learn

The liveaboard model offers lessons beyond diving. It shows how premium hospitality can succeed through integration. Accommodation, activity, transport, dining and interpretation are not separate departments; they are one continuous experience.

This is relevant to hotels, resorts and tourism brands across Indonesia. Guests increasingly value coherence. They do not want fragmented service. They want the feeling that someone has thought carefully about the full journey.

The Future of Raja Ampat Liveaboard Diving

Raja Ampat’s future will depend on restraint as much as growth. Demand is strong, but the destination’s value lies in its sense of rarity. Operators, agents, investors and local authorities all have a role in maintaining that balance.

The most successful liveaboards will be those that combine commercial discipline with genuine stewardship. They will understand that luxury at sea is not about showing off. It is about delivering comfort, safety and wonder in a place where nature remains the main event.

For business readers, Raja Ampat is a reminder that the strongest hospitality brands are built on trust. In remote diving, trust is earned through preparation, humility and respect for the environment. The guest may come for the reefs, but they return because the people made the journey feel effortless, meaningful and safe.

The Item Club forecast that South Wales and the Humber will the hardest hit parts of the UK

Britain is expected to lose 163,000 jobs this year amid the economic woes caused by the Iran war with lower income regions set to be hit hardest, according to a report.

The Item Club’s latest regional outlook warns that two of the UK’s lowest income regions – South Wales and the Humber – will suffer the most painful jobs market woes in the next year or so because of sharp energy price rises.

They are heavily reliant on manufacturing and construction industries, which Item Club cautions will shed jobs in response to higher costs and supply disruption from the Middle East conflict.

The report is predicting jobs to drop by 5,700 in South Wales and by 2,800 in the Humber over 2026.

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Tim Lyne, economic adviser to the Item Club, said: “Some of the lowest income regions will feel the biggest effects of the manufacturing and construction sectors reducing headcount in the face of rising energy prices and supply chain disruption.

“While consumers in these areas typically have less rainy-day savings, which will reduce spending in the retail and hospitality sectors.”

Overall it forecasts UK employment will decline by 0.4% this year, equivalent to 163,000 job losses on a net basis.

This will be driven by a pull back in consumer spending, the soaring cost of fuel, energy, materials and ingredients, as well as disruption to shipping.

The Bank of England warned late last month the rate of UK unemployment could hit 5.6% this year, up from 5.2% currently, in its more gloomy scenario for the impact of the war.

The Item Club said as households rein in discretionary spending in the face of a surge in the cost of living, the retail and hospitality sector will suffer the biggest slowdown across Britain’s major cities.

The independent forecasting group predicts that employment in London will drop by 25,000 this year as its retail and hospitality sector slows, with a 12,500 reduction in Birmingham, 9,800 drop in Leeds and 6,200 decline in Glasgow.

There may be some bright spots, however, with Cambridge set to see employment growth in 2026, while Belfast and Edinburgh are expected to see relatively limited job losses.

Mr Lyne said: “Across the UK, the jobs market is going to soften, but it’s looking especially fragile in South Wales and the Humber as they’re particularly exposed to manufacturing businesses that are seeing big increases in their costs of materials.

“Resilience will come in places like Cambridge where the tech sector is based.”

The report said that while publicly-funded sectors – such as education, public administration and human health and social work – are expected to hire more jobs over the year, this will not be enough to offset wider losses.

It also warns over a widening gap in living standards across the UK caused by the Iran war.

Low income areas will see households suffer the steepest hikes in the cost of living, as more of their spending goes on essentials, such as food, fuel and energy bills, which are set to see big price rises.

Households in cities such as Newcastle, Belfast and Birmingham spend as much as 13% of their disposable income on energy and food, compared to less than 9% for an average household in London, according to the report.

This could see these cities left particularly exposed if the Iran war is not resolved soon, the Item Club said.

A UK Government spokesman said: “Recent figures show that there was an improvement in the labour market at the beginning of the year with unemployment falling below 5%, and 332,000 more people in work than a year ago.

“But we cannot escape the effects of the war in the Middle East which are likely to feed through to prices and employment in the coming months.

“We will do everything we can to support the country through this period, including by slashing energy bills by up to 25% for 10,000 manufacturers.

“Our mission for clean power by 2030 will get us off the rollercoaster of fossil fuel prices, to cut bills for businesses and households for good.”

The train operator will transition back into public ownership under Great British Rail

The measure of success for the soon-to-be-nationalised rail operator serving passengers between Devon and London Paddington will rest on its capacity to deliver “efficient and punctual” services, according to a Devon MP.

The government confirmed on Friday (May 8) that transport secretary Heidi Alexander had exercised a contractual right to issue an expiry notice to GWR, establishing that its agreement with the Department for Transport (DfT) will end on December 13 this year.

From that point, services will be operated by Great British Railways, the state-owned rail company.

Supporters are hopeful that public ownership will deliver an improved service, though one Devon MP said he and his colleagues would be “closely monitoring” whether that proves to be the case.

“The proof of the rail service will be in the journey,” said Richard Foord, the Liberal Democrat member for Honiton & Sidmouth.

“Public or private, people want trains that are efficient and punctual.

“That will be the test that we Liberal Democrats and other passengers will apply to the nationalised service.”

A DfT spokesperson said the government was “delivering on its commitment to bring services back into public ownership and put passengers, not shareholders, at the heart of our railways”.

GWR was privatised in 1996 as part of the break up of British Rail, originally launching under the name Great Western Trains, before rebranding as First Great Western in 1998. FirstGroup has held the franchise ever since, renaming it GWR in 2015. A GWR spokesperson confirmed the company would “continue to work closely with the DfT as we move into public ownership”.

“Throughout this process, our priority will be maintaining a punctual, reliable service for customers while continuing to support regional growth and connectivity across our network,” the spokesperson added.

NEW YORK — ServiceNow Inc. (NYSE: NOW) shares rose modestly Monday morning to $91.85, up 0.71%, as investors digested the company’s major AI announcements from last week’s Knowledge 2026 conference and steady execution in the enterprise software market.

The workflow automation and AI platform leader has been navigating a challenging environment for SaaS stocks this year, but fresh product launches around autonomous AI agents and expanded partnerships are helping stabilize sentiment. The modest gain comes after a volatile period in which the stock has faced pressure from broader rotation out of high-growth technology names.

Knowledge 2026 highlights drive optimism

At its flagship customer event in Las Vegas last week, ServiceNow unveiled significant expansions to its Autonomous Workforce platform, introducing new AI specialists for IT, customer service, employee workflows, and security operations. The company also highlighted deeper integrations with Nvidia, Microsoft, Google Cloud and Lenovo, positioning its platform as a central “AI control tower” for enterprise reinvention.

CEO Bill McDermott and President Amit Zavery emphasized a shift from experimental AI to production-ready autonomous systems. New capabilities like ServiceNow Otto and the Context Engine aim to unify fragmented enterprise data and enable end-to-end automated processes with human oversight.

Q1 results provide foundation

ServiceNow reported solid first-quarter 2026 earnings on April 22, with subscription revenue of $3.67 billion, representing 19% year-over-year growth in constant currency. The company beat the high end of guidance across key metrics and raised its full-year outlook, signaling confidence despite a tougher macroeconomic backdrop for enterprise spending.

Current remaining performance obligations (cRPO) grew 21% in constant currency, demonstrating healthy demand for its core platform and emerging AI offerings. Operating margins remained strong at 32% non-GAAP, reflecting disciplined execution.

AI strategy gains traction

ServiceNow’s heavy investment in agentic AI — systems that can think, act and complete complex workflows autonomously — appears to be resonating with large enterprises seeking productivity gains without losing control. The company’s real-time data foundation and Workflow Data Fabric were highlighted as critical enablers for reliable autonomous operations.

Analysts note that while competition in the AI space is intensifying, ServiceNow’s deep enterprise relationships, strong data governance and workflow expertise give it a defensible position. The platform’s ability to orchestrate AI across multiple business functions differentiates it from more narrow point solutions.

Valuation and market context

At current levels near $91–$93, ServiceNow trades at a premium valuation typical for high-quality SaaS leaders, though it has faced pressure this year amid broader concerns about growth deceleration in enterprise software. Monday’s modest uptick reflects cautious optimism following the Knowledge 2026 showcase.

Some investors continue rotating out of legacy SaaS names toward pure AI plays, but ServiceNow’s ability to embed AI deeply into mission-critical workflows has helped it weather the rotation better than some peers.

What analysts are saying

Wall Street consensus remains generally positive, with many firms maintaining Buy or Outperform ratings. Price targets cluster around $110–$130, suggesting meaningful upside if the company delivers on its AI vision and sustains growth momentum. Recent conference feedback has been constructive, with customers expressing strong interest in the new autonomous capabilities.

Risks ahead

Challenges remain. Macroeconomic uncertainty, longer sales cycles for large deals, and intensifying competition in the AI agent space could pressure results. Foreign exchange headwinds and potential delays in large on-premise deals (particularly in certain regions) are also factors to monitor.

However, ServiceNow’s track record of consistent execution, high customer retention and expanding platform adoption provide a solid foundation. The company’s focus on “agentic business” — where AI handles complex, multi-step processes — positions it well for long-term enterprise transformation trends.

Looking forward

As the year progresses, investors will watch ServiceNow’s ability to convert strong interest in its AI offerings into accelerated revenue growth. The second half of 2026 will be critical as new products ramp and enterprises increase investment in autonomous workflows.

Monday’s modest gain reflects a market that remains selective but continues to reward companies demonstrating clear AI differentiation and execution. For ServiceNow, the path forward centers on translating conference buzz and product innovation into sustained business momentum.

The enterprise software giant’s steady performance amid broader sector volatility underscores its resilience and the growing importance of AI-powered workflow platforms in modern business operations.

Saudi Arabia’s national oil company said its quarterly profit rose 25% as it increased exports via a pipeline that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz, after war in the Middle East disrupted shipping through the vital waterway.

Saudi Arabian Oil Co., which is known as Aramco and is the world’s top oil exporter, posted a net profit of $32.5 billion for the three months ending March 31, up from $26 billion in the same period last year.

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