Trump\’s Speech at Davos Sets the Choice of Grow Baby Grow or Keep Doing What You\’re Doing

In a riveting address at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, 2026, President Donald Trump laid out a stark binary for global leaders: embrace America\’s model of explosive economic growth through deregulation, tariffs, and energy dominance—or stick with the status quo of high taxes, green energy mandates, and stagnant progress. Drawing from […]

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What is the Real Cost of Investment for Oil Companies to Rebuild Venezuelan Oil Fields?

In the wake of political shifts and the potential easing of sanctions, Venezuela\’s beleaguered oil industry is once again in the spotlight. With proven reserves rivaling Saudi Arabia\’s, the country could theoretically become a major player in global energy markets. However, decades of mismanagement, corruption, and underinvestment under the Maduro regime have left its oil […]

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The Oil and Gas Global Markets Update with Wasif Latif, Co-Founder, President and CFO of Sarmaya Partners

Wasif Latif, Co-Founder, President & Chief Investment Officer at Sarmaya Partners, stops by the Energy News Beat and Energy Impacts Podcasts – With Stu Turley, and David Blackmon for an in-depth look at the global oil and gas financial markets. 1. The performance and investment strategy of the Sarmaya Partners ETF called “Lens”. Wasif Latif, […]

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Zelensky Declares Expansion of Long-Range Attacks on Russian Oil Refineries: Who Authorized and Why?

In a bold escalation amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to broaden the scope of long-range strikes targeting Russian oil refineries. This declaration, made following a strategic meeting with his military staff, underscores Ukraine\’s intent to intensify pressure on Russia\’s energy sector, which Zelensky claims is already \”paying a […]

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The Oil and Gas Markets Financial Update – And on Monday we have Doomberg

Josh Young, founder and CEO of Bison Interests, joins David Blackmon and Stu Turley to unpack the major developments shaping today’s energy markets. From new sanctions and shifting trade policies to rare earth supply issues and OPEC capacity, the conversation explores how political and geopolitical factors continue to influence oil, gas, and investment trends. Josh […]

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Why the Critical Mineral Ban from China Is Great for the United States

Daily 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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The Oil and Gas Global Markets Financial Update – With Josh Young, Bision Interests and David Blackmon, Energy Impacts

Key topics: Russia/Ukraine Geopolitical influences, California Refinery, and National Security This was a fantastic discussion with Josh Young  and David Blackmon  covering the global oil and gas markets. We had over 2,000 live viewers and received great questions. We highly recommend subscribing to Josh at Bision Insights. As well as David and our podcasts. The podcast will be available […]

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