In a significant development for the global energy sector, U.S. oil giant ExxonMobil has expressed interest in acquiring Russian firm Lukoil’s majority stake in one of Iraq’s premier oilfields. This move comes amid escalating U.S. […]
In a significant escalation of geopolitical tensions, Russian oil giant Lukoil has declared force majeure at its West Qurna-2 oilfield in southern Iraq, citing disruptions caused by fresh U.S. and U.K. sanctions. This move, announced […]
In 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 […]
In a bold move that underscores the intertwining of energy ambitions and regional politics, British Petroleum (BP) has activated a massive $25 billion redevelopment project in Iraq’s northern Kirkuk region. This investment, formalized earlier in […]
In a landmark move for Iraq’s energy sector, the country has inked its inaugural agreement for a floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminal with U.S.-based Excelerate Energy, Inc. This deal, valued at approximately $450 […]
In the volatile world of energy markets, recent data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has sent ripples through trading desks. The latest Weekly Petroleum Status Report, released on October 8, 2025, revealed a […]
As global oil markets navigate a complex landscape of supply increases, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainties, a notable shift has emerged in the futures curve for 2026. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude timespreads for several […]
Weekly Daily Standup Top Stories Update on the Chevron Refinery in California – A national security disaster just got worse as a possible drone strike October 4, 2025 Clark Savage The Chevron El Segundo Refinery, located […]
Daily Standup Top Stories OPEC+ Has Come Close to Its Limit, Leaving Prices Open to Spike October 8, 2025 Clark Savage In the volatile world of global energy markets, OPEC+—the alliance of oil-producing nations led by […]
In a strategic move to bolster its energy security amid global market volatility, China is accelerating the construction of 11 new oil storage facilities over the next two years. State-owned oil giants such as Sinopec […]
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