In a stunning blow to the UK\’s energy sector, 2025 is set to mark the first year since 1964 without any new exploratory oil wells being drilled in the British North Sea. This is yet another example of bad management and energy policies. According to a Westwood Global Energy survey, no offshore exploration wells have […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories Secretary Chris Wright has a plan for Rare Earth and Critical Minerals – What is the timeline? October 25, 2025 Clark Savage In an outstanding interview with Larry Kudlow on Fox Business, Secretary Chris Wright covers some key points on the upcoming China meetings with President Trump and President Xi. • […]
Continue ReadingExxonMobil Corporation (XOM) delivered a powerhouse performance in the third quarter of 2025, underscoring its operational prowess amid a challenging energy landscape. The company reported GAAP earnings of $7.5 billion, or $1.76 per share, marking an increase from $7.1 billion in the prior quarter. Excluding identified items, adjusted earnings reached $8.1 billion, or $1.88 per […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-volatile world of energy markets, the U.S. oil and gas sector continues to defy simple narratives. As of late October 2025, the U.S. rig count has dipped to 550 active rigs, marking a decline of 35 rigs compared to the same period last year. This drop comes even as domestic crude production hovers […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This article is from Noozhawk in Santa Barbara, and was written by George Harmer. George was on the ENB podcast with Stu Turley and Steve Hilton, the Governor Candidate for California. Gavin Newsom\’s energy policies have crippled California and are a National Security risk for the United States. Santa Barbara has long […]
Continue ReadingIn the global energy landscape, the narrative of a swift “transition” away from fossil fuels to renewables has dominated headlines. However, a closer examination of demand trends, investment patterns, and infrastructure realities reveals a different story: we are in an era of energy addition. Renewables like wind and solar are expanding rapidly, but oil, natural […]
Continue ReadingNorway\’s energy giant Equinor, a major player in the global oil and gas sector, released its third-quarter 2025 earnings on October 29, revealing a challenging period marked by declining oil prices that weighed heavily on profitability. The company reported a net loss of $204 million, a stark contrast to the $2.285 billion net income in […]
Continue ReadingOverview of Rig Counts The latest data from Baker Hughes indicates that drilling activity in the United States remains relatively stable amid fluctuating oil prices. As of the week ending October 17, 2025, the total U.S. rig count stood at 548, marking an increase of 1 rig from the previous week. This includes 418 oil […]
Continue ReadingIntroduction: A Nation in Turmoil Amid Escalating US Involvement As of October 2025, Venezuela remains gripped by political instability, economic collapse, and international tensions. President Nicolás Maduro clings to power following a disputed July 2024 presidential election, where opposition leader Edmundo González claimed victory based on tally sheets, but Maduro\’s regime declared him the winner […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories The Current State of Critical Minerals in the US Market October 12, 2025 Clark Savage In an era defined by the push toward clean energy, electrification, and advanced technologies, critical minerals have emerged as the backbone of modern manufacturing and national security. These essential resources—ranging from lithium for batteries to […] China and […]
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