Daily Standup Top Stories President Trump Announces Three New Trade Deals July 23, 2025 Clark Savage In a bold move to strengthen America’s economic position and promote fair trade practices, President Donald Trump announced three new trade agreements on July 22, 2025. These deals, involving Indonesia, the Philippines, and Japan, aim […] Brazil Bets Against Net Zero. […]
Continue ReadingIn an era where efficiency and cost management are paramount in the energy sector, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changer for oil production. Executives at the 2025 CERAWeek energy conference in Houston highlighted how AI is accelerating drilling processes, reducing operational expenses, and unlocking geological insights that were previously unattainable. This technology is […]
Continue ReadingIn the ever-evolving landscape of global energy, few questions spark as much debate as the future of oil and gas demand. With OPEC projecting a staggering $18.2 trillion in new investments needed by 2050 to ensure sufficient supply, the industry finds itself at a crossroads. This is a topic that Michael and I have covered […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories Which Energy Markets are Moving July 20, 2025 Clark Savage As we navigate through July 2025, the global energy landscape continues to evolve amid economic uncertainties, policy shifts, and fluctuating demand. From traditional fossil fuels to emerging renewables, various sectors are experiencing notable movements—some upward, […] EQT Calls on Congress to Slash Gas […]
Continue ReadingDaily Standup Top Stories Natural Gas Has Achieved Dominance and Is No Longer a Bridge Fuel July 20, 2025 Clark Savage In the evolving global energy landscape, natural gas has undergone a profound transformation. Once positioned as a mere “bridge fuel” to facilitate the shift from coal to renewables, it is now recognized as a cornerstone […] […]
Continue ReadingThe U.S. drilling industry showed signs of revival this week, with the total rig count rising for the first time in 12 weeks. According to the latest data from Baker Hughes, the active rig count in the United States increased by 7 to 544 as of July 18, 2025. This uptick was driven primarily by […]
Continue ReadingIn this episode of Energy Newsbeat – Conversations in Energy, Stuart Turley, along with industry experts Doomberg,Mike Umbro, and David Blackmon It discusses the ongoing energy and political crisis in California, with a particular focus on the state\’s energy policies, oil production, and refinery shutdowns. We highlight the mismanagement of California\’s resources, the decline in domestic oil production, […]
Continue ReadingIn a landmark victory for Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), the oil giant has officially completed its $53 billion acquisition of Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) today, following Hess\’s successful arbitration win against ExxonMobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM). This resolution ends a protracted 20-month legal skirmish that had cast uncertainty over one of the most significant deals in […]
Continue ReadingThe U.S. oil industry has been a powerhouse of global energy production for over a decade, largely fueled by the shale revolution and the explosive growth in the Permian Basin. However, a recent analysis from Goldman Sachs has cast a shadow over this narrative. In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Daan Struyven, head of oil […]
Continue ReadingIn an era where global leaders and environmental advocates push aggressively for Net Zero emissions by 2050, the reality on the ground tells a starkly different story. Oil and gas production are not just holding steady—they\’re booming. Major producers like the UAE, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Guyana, and even Norway are ramping up output, with […]
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