The world needs trillions of dollars just to meet normal decline curves, and we are tracking the oil and gas businesses\’ returns to investors as consistent compared to renewable energy sources. Consumers and investors want low-cost and reliable energy, and with leaders like Gavin Newsom representing the United States at COP30, we can rest assured […]
Continue ReadingIn a landscape where energy markets are grappling with uncertainties around oversupply and the push toward renewables, Chevron CEO Mike Wirth stands firm in his optimism for the oil and gas sector. Speaking recently, Wirth dismissed fears of a looming glut in oil supply, emphasizing a balanced outlook that aligns more closely with OPEC\’s projections […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories U.S. Drilling Programs Are Resilient, but It Depends on the Location November 6, 2025 Clark Savage In the ever-volatile world of energy markets, U.S. oil and gas producers are demonstrating remarkable staying power amid oil prices hovering around $60 per barrel—a level that’s uncomfortably close to breakeven for many operations. Yet, […] […]
Continue ReadingIn the volatile world of energy markets, 2025 has proven to be a year of contrasts for Big Oil. While crude oil prices have dipped amid oversupply concerns and shifting global demand, major players like ExxonMobil, Chevron, Shell, and TotalEnergies continue to report robust profits. Third-quarter earnings for these giants exceeded $21 billion combined, showcasing […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories COPs from the UN have failed and it is time for a real dose of climate realism – What will Gavin Newsom do now for a speech punch line? November 12, 2025 Clark Savage As the confetti from the 2024 U.S. election settles and President-elect Donald Trump’s “drill, baby, drill” mantra echoes […]
Continue ReadingU.S. Drilling Programs Are Resilient, but It Depends on the Location November 6, 2025 Clark Savage In the ever-volatile world of energy markets, U.S. oil and gas producers are demonstrating remarkable staying power amid oil prices hovering around $60 per barrel—a level that’s uncomfortably close to breakeven for many operations. Yet, […] U.S. Natural Gas Futures Up […]
Continue ReadingThe U.S. energy sector is showing signs of renewed activity, with the latest Baker Hughes rig count reporting an increase to 548 active rigs as of November 7, 2025. This marks a modest uptick of 2 rigs from the previous week, though the total remains down 37 rigs, or about 6%, compared to the same […]
Continue ReadingThe African Energy Chamber (AEC) has released its highly anticipated State of African Energy 2026 Outlook, painting a picture of steady growth and untapped potential in Africa\’s onshore oil and gas sector. According to the report, onshore hydrocarbon spending across the continent is projected to reach $22 billion in 2026, driven by optimization at mature […]
Continue ReadingIn a resilient performance amid fluctuating oil prices, Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) reported third-quarter 2025 earnings that surpassed Wall Street expectations, bolstered significantly by the recent integration of Hess Corporation\’s assets. The acquisition, completed in July 2025, has already begun paying dividends through enhanced production volumes, particularly from high-yield fields in Guyana. This marks a […]
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 […]
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