What a day on the Energy News Beat News Desk! In this Energy News Beat Stand-Up, we had a wild day on the News Desk! We cover some huge stories, and any one of them would be a great single podcast, but we have 8 stories and stocks that Stu reviews on VectorVest software. The […]
Continue ReadingIn a stunning development that could reshape global energy markets and geopolitics, an internal Russian memo has surfaced proposing a return to the US dollar for settlements as part of a broader economic partnership with the Trump administration. This move, if realized, might signal the beginning of the end for the ongoing war in Ukraine, […]
Continue ReadingBy Stuart Turley, Energy News Beat In a landscape where energy markets are increasingly shaped by geopolitical maneuvering, Vitol CEO Russell Hardy has sounded a note of caution—and opportunity—for the global oil trade. Speaking at the International Energy Week conference in London, Hardy highlighted how U.S. pressure on sanctioned oil flows from Russia and Iran […]
Continue ReadingIn a landmark visit marking the highest-level U.S. energy-focused trip to Venezuela in nearly three decades, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright met with interim President Delcy Rodríguez and oil executives in Caracas. The February 2026 trip comes amid the Trump administration\’s efforts to revitalize Venezuela\’s beleaguered oil sector following the capture of former President Nicolás […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This is an interesting article from Andrew Korybko\’s Substack newsletter. We recommend subscribing as he has an interesting look into geopolitical aspects. Stu Turley believes that when the Russia-Ukraine war is over, new trading blocs will form, and Russia will be at the forefront of them. India is very important to the […]
Continue ReadingIn the global race toward a sustainable future, China stands out as a powerhouse in renewable energy deployment. With record-breaking installations of solar panels and wind turbines, the nation has positioned itself as a leader in the \”clean energy\” revolution. However, beneath this green facade lies a stark reality: China\’s renewable sector is heavily reliant […]
Continue ReadingIn the volatile world of global energy markets, narratives can shift as quickly as oil prices. For months, headlines have painted a picture of an oil glut—abundant supplies keeping Brent crude hovering around $67 per barrel and WTI at $64. Yet, beneath this apparent surplus lies a fractured market, distorted by uncounted volumes of sanctioned […]
Continue ReadingIn the evolving landscape of global energy, the United States is positioning itself as a powerhouse not just through domestic production but via strategic international expansions. With President Trump\’s administration reshaping trade deals and forging new alliances, U.S. oil majors like ExxonMobil and Chevron are seizing opportunities in OPEC and OPEC+ nations. This shift marks […]
Continue ReadingIn the volatile world of energy markets, oil prices have surged in early February 2026, driven by escalating tensions and conflicting signals surrounding U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude climbed above $65 per barrel, while Brent crude topped $69, marking a three-day advance and the highest levels since September 2025. This rally reflects […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-volatile world of global energy markets, January 2026 brought a notable dip in OPEC\’s crude oil production, largely attributed to political upheaval in Venezuela. According to recent surveys, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) pumped an average of 28.83 million barrels per day (bpd), marking a decline of 230,000 bpd from […]
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