15:58 Rosneft of Russia to Sell Shares on Eve of G-8 Meeting
The national oil company of Russia is preparing to offer shares to the public on Friday at a price in the higher range of its advisers’ suggestions in an attempt to present the sale as a success on the eve of the Group of 8 gathering.

15:48 Trade Issues At The Summit
With the G-8 leaders headed to the summit in St. Petersburg, this weekend, senior Bush administration officials have high hopes that some substantial accomplishments will emerge.

15:10 A Grand New Energy Scheme?
Don't hold your breath for any grand vision on energy security to come out of the G-8 meeting in St. Petersburg, Russia, this weekend--even though it is the top item on the agenda.