In the ever-volatile world of energy markets, the latest data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has sent ripples through the industry. For the week ending August 15, 2025, U.S. crude oil inventories experienced a significant drawdown, dropping by 6.01 million barrels—far exceeding market expectations of a modest 0.85 million barrel decline. This brought […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold move to revitalize American energy production, the Trump administration has unveiled a sweeping offshore oil and gas leasing schedule through the Department of the Interior (DOI). Announced on August 19, 2025, this initiative marks a stark reversal from the restrictive policies of the previous Biden administration, aiming to unleash domestic resources and […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from David Blackmon\’s substack, and we recommend you support and subscribe to his channel. We had covered this last week on the Energy News Beat Daily stand-up, and stated that it would cause problems for the India/US relationship. But as David points out, there are reasons that […]
Continue ReadingIn the golden glow of California\’s self-proclaimed climate leadership, Governor Gavin Newsom has positioned himself as a champion of green energy, touting aggressive policies to phase out fossil fuels and embrace renewables. From banning new gas-powered cars by 2035 to pushing for a carbon-neutral grid, Newsom\’s rhetoric paints a picture of a state leading the […]
Continue ReadingIn a significant boost to Europe\’s energy landscape, Norway\’s oil production has surged to a 10-year high, largely driven by the ramp-up of Equinor\’s Johan Castberg field in the Barents Sea. As of July 2025, the country\’s crude oil output climbed 17% from the previous month to 1.96 million barrels per day (bpd), exceeding official […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories Energy Transition Stalls as Oil Super-Cycle Risks Return August 19, 2025 Clark Savage ENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from Irina Slav at Oilprice.com. She brings up some fantastic points, and for investors looking for returns, there is the precursor of an oil super-cycle looming. Stu […] What Should Investors Look […]
Continue ReadingIn the midst of ongoing peace negotiations aimed at resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, China has emerged as a key beneficiary in the global energy landscape. As U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for direct talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the uncertainty surrounding potential sanctions relief has reshaped oil trade flows. […]
Continue ReadingENB Pub Note: This is an outstanding article from Irina Slav at Oilprice.com. She brings up some fantastic points, and for investors looking for returns, there is the precursor of an oil super-cycle looming. Stu has been a permabull, and this has all the warning signs of what to look for in investing in cycles. […]
Continue ReadingIn an escalation amid ongoing hostilities, Ukraine\’s military has claimed responsibility for a targeted strike on Russia\’s critical Druzhba oil pipeline system. The attack, which occurred on August 18, 2025, at the Nikolskoye pumping station, has disrupted crude oil supplies to key European nations, highlighting the vulnerability of energy infrastructure in the conflict. This incident […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories Solar Shares Rise as Trump Hit to Credits Softer Than Feared August 17, 2025 Clark Savage In a surprising turn for the renewable energy sector, solar stocks have surged following the Trump administration’s latest guidance on tax credits for wind and solar projects. Released on August 15, 2025, the new rules […] Britain’s […]
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