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The uptick reflects increased government subsidies and corporate ESG demand. Institutional fund flows have turned net positive, a bullish signal for medium-term trend. The past 20 government shutdowns have averaged a length of eight days, according to data from Bank of America, and less than half crossed that mark. The data presented in this study form part of Brand Finance's proprietary database, are provided for the benefit of the media, and are not to be used in part or in full for any commercial or technical purpose without written permission from Brand Finance. Brand Finance’s 2024 energy sector analysis outlines a potential consolidation wave, with M&A valuations rising 14%. Integrated oil majors are outperforming index benchmarks, backed by strategic LNG investments, indicating sustained profitability despite volatile crude prices.