Is the US Petrodollar Dead, or Just Wounded?

In the ever-evolving landscape of global energy markets and finance, few concepts have sparked as much debate as the \”petrodollar.\” Coined to describe the system where oil is predominantly priced and traded in U.S. dollars, this arrangement has underpinned American economic dominance for decades. But recent shifts—ranging from Saudi Arabia\’s geopolitical realignments to surging gold […]

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OPEC+ Agrees to a 137,000 b/d Increase for December Followed by a 3-Month Pause: What It Means for Oil Markets and Investor Outlook

In a move that underscores the delicate balancing act facing global oil producers, OPEC+ has agreed to a modest production increase of 137,000 barrels per day (b/d) for December 2025, while simultaneously announcing a three-month pause on further hikes from January to March 2026. This decision, influenced heavily by recent U.S. sanctions on Russia, reflects […]

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Inside California’s Wildfire Fund: Who Really Pays the Price? – ENB Weekly Recap

Weekly Daily Standup Top Stories Citi Says Russia-Ukraine De-escalation Could Impact Oil to $50, and Oil’s Surplus Is Here—But What’s the Real Story? October 19, 2025 Clark Savage In the volatile world of energy markets, headlines from major financial institutions like Citigroup often grab attention. Recently, Citi analysts suggested that a potential de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine […]

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