In a major boost for U.S. energy infrastructure and Alaska\’s economy, the Alaska LNG project has secured all necessary federal permits ahead of schedule, paving the way for what could become one of the largest natural gas developments in North America. This milestone, achieved under the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council\’s oversight, marks the end […]
Continue ReadingDavid Blackmon stops by to talk about his Forbes Article and the Geopolitical Issues we face. Today on the Energy News Beat, Stand up Stu Turley and David Blackmon talk about the critical issues around Data Centers, Venezuela, Chevron, and how investors would react. With an oil platform in the Caspian Sea hit by Ukrainian […]
Continue ReadingIn the volatile landscape of global energy geopolitics, Chevron Corporation stands as a pivotal player in Venezuela\’s ongoing crisis. As the only U.S. oil major still operating in the sanctioned nation, Chevron is navigating a complex web of political tensions, economic sanctions, and potential regime change under the Maduro government. Recent discussions between Chevron executives […]
Continue ReadingIn a move that feels like a seismic shift in the global energy landscape, the world\’s biggest oil giants—ExxonMobil, Chevron, BP, Shell, TotalEnergies, and Eni—are all piling into Libya simultaneously after more than a decade of steering clear. It\’s the first major exploration bidding frenzy in the North African nation since 2007, and it\’s got […]
Continue ReadingPeter Boockvar, CIO of One Point BFG Wealth Partners, was interviewed on \’Fast Money\’ to discuss why he is bullish on energy heading into 2026. I found this story very interesting as Peter goes through the key bullet points. Their interview was on CNBC. This Friday, Stu Turley and David Blackmon will host a discussion […]
Continue ReadingThe US oil and gas sector showed signs of resilience this week, with the total active rig count rebounding by 5 to reach 549 as of December 5, 2025, according to the latest data from Baker Hughes. This marks a reversal from the previous week\’s decline and signals renewed drilling activity amid stabilizing energy prices. […]
Continue ReadingOn a continent rich in untapped hydrocarbon resources, Africa is positioning itself as a prime destination for oil and gas investments amid global energy demand. From legacy producers like Nigeria and Angola to emerging frontiers such as Namibia and Mozambique, African nations are reforming fiscal policies, licensing rounds, and production-sharing agreements to lure international capital. […]
Continue ReadingIn a stark illustration of the petrochemical industry\’s deepening woes, ExxonMobil is set to permanently shutter one of its two steam crackers at its sprawling Jurong Island complex in Singapore. The decision, first reported by Reuters and echoed across global energy outlets, marks a pivotal moment for the U.S. energy giant and underscores the seismic […]
Continue ReadingIn a dramatic shift for global energy geopolitics, Venezuela finds itself increasingly isolated as its two primary allies, Russia and China, dial back their support for President Nicolás Maduro\’s regime. This development, highlighted in a recent LinkedIn analysis by energy expert Giacomo Prandelli, comes at a time when U.S. pressure is intensifying, raising questions about […]
Continue ReadingIn a significant development for the global energy sector, U.S. oil giant ExxonMobil has expressed interest in acquiring Russian firm Lukoil\’s majority stake in one of Iraq\’s premier oilfields. This move comes amid escalating U.S. sanctions on Russian entities, which have forced Lukoil to declare force majeure and seek an exit from its Iraqi operations. […]
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