Michael Tanner and Stu Turley cover several significant developments in the energy industry. First, they discuss New York’s new “Cap and Invest” program, which will ration and tax fossil fuels. We do not see this as being ineffective and costly for consumers. This will do nothing but drive more people out of New York and […]
Continue ReadingIn 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. sanctions on Russian entities, which have forced Lukoil to declare force majeure and seek an exit from its Iraqi operations. […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories Mike Wirth, Chevron CEO, Believes in the Future of Oil, Gas, and Chevron November 15, 2025 Clark Savage In a landscape where energy markets are grappling with uncertainties around oversupply and the push toward renewables, Chevron CEO Mike Wirth stands firm in his optimism for the oil and gas sector. Speaking […]
Continue ReadingThe world needs trillions of dollars just to meet normal decline curves, and we are tracking the oil and gas businesses\’ returns to investors as consistent compared to renewable energy sources. Consumers and investors want low-cost and reliable energy, and with leaders like Gavin Newsom representing the United States at COP30, we can rest assured […]
Continue ReadingIn a stark warning to global investors chasing the green dream, Sweden\’s pension funds are reeling from massive financial setbacks tied to ambitious net-zero initiatives. Once hailed as pioneers in sustainable investing, these funds poured billions into high-risk clean energy ventures, only to watch them crumble amid market realities. This debacle highlights the perils of […]
Continue ReadingWeekly Daily Standup Top Stories U.S. Drilling Programs Are Resilient, but It Depends on the Location November 6, 2025 Clark Savage In the ever-volatile world of energy markets, U.S. oil and gas producers are demonstrating remarkable staying power amid oil prices hovering around $60 per barrel—a level that’s uncomfortably close to breakeven for many operations. Yet, […] […]
Continue ReadingIn a striking reversal of fortunes for one of Europe\’s most environmentally conscious nations, Norway\’s oil and gas sector is ramping up investments at a record pace. Just a few years ago, discussions around phasing out fossil fuel production dominated political debates, with green advocates pushing for a swift transition to renewables. Today, however, the […]
Continue ReadingIn the volatile world of energy markets, 2025 has proven to be a year of contrasts for Big Oil. While crude oil prices have dipped amid oversupply concerns and shifting global demand, major players like ExxonMobil, Chevron, Shell, and TotalEnergies continue to report robust profits. Third-quarter earnings for these giants exceeded $21 billion combined, showcasing […]
Continue ReadingIn a bold move signaling a return to aggressive energy development, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced the Big Beautiful Gulf 1 (BBG1) lease sale, set for December 10, 2025. This auction, covering approximately 80 million acres in the newly renamed Gulf of America (formerly the Gulf of Mexico), is the first […]
Continue ReadingU.S. Drilling Programs Are Resilient, but It Depends on the Location November 6, 2025 Clark Savage In the ever-volatile world of energy markets, U.S. oil and gas producers are demonstrating remarkable staying power amid oil prices hovering around $60 per barrel—a level that’s uncomfortably close to breakeven for many operations. Yet, […] U.S. Natural Gas Futures Up […]
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