Gas prices continue to rise after setback for Nord Stream 2 pipeline

The benchmark price for natural #gas in #Europe continued to rise in early trading on Wednesday, after spiking by 18 percent on Tuesday. The move comes after Germany’s energy regulator temporarily suspended certification for the #NordStream2 gas #pipeline, linking the country to Russia. Gas supplies in Europe have been under pressure for months, with prices rising sharply for consumers since the summer. Also today, we look why factories in China are experiencing a shortage of workers. #Business