Energy Sector
The first trading week of 2026 has been defined by a seismic shift in the global energy landscape. Following the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces on January 3, 2026, and the subsequent announcement of the "Oil for Benefit" agreement, U.S. energy stocks have
Nigeria
Nigeria has reported a significant milestone in its energy sector recovery, with the state-owned Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) announcing that total crude oil and condensate production reached 1.6 million barrels per day (bpd) in November 2025. This production surge marks a critical turning point for Africa’s
Energy
As the clock struck midnight on January 1, 2026, the Indian energy landscape presented a tale of two trajectories. In a major New Year’s Day revision, state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) announced a significant 7.3% reduction in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices, providing a massive sigh of relief
Energy Sector
The year 2025 has drawn to a close, leaving the global energy sector in a state of "uneasy equilibrium" after twelve months defined by a fierce tug-of-war between geopolitical friction and a bearish macroeconomic landscape. While the industry grappled with significant crude oil price declines—the largest since
Energy Sector
As the calendar turns to late December 2025, the American energy sector finds itself in a state of high-octane contradiction. On one hand, the United States has solidified its status as the world’s undisputed energy superpower, with domestic crude oil production hitting a staggering record of 13.6 million
Energy Market
As of December 23, 2025, the global energy market is grappling with a sense of profound déjà vu. Decades after the fuel lines and stagflation of the 1970s, a toxic cocktail of international disagreements, naval blockades, and supply chain fragility has once again pushed energy security to the forefront of
Oil and Gas
In a landmark announcement on December 22, 2025, energy giants Shell and INEOS Energy revealed a significant oil discovery at the Nashville exploration well, situated in the deepwater Norphlet play of the U.S. Gulf of Mexico—a region now increasingly referred to by industry and government officials as the
Energy Sector
As the final weeks of 2025 unfold, the global energy sector is witnessing a surprising divergence between volatile commodity prices and the robust performance of major energy equities. While Brent crude and WTI have faced a challenging fourth quarter—recently stabilizing after a period of oversupply concerns—a wave of
Energy Sector
As the calendar turns toward 2026, the Exploration and Production (E&P) sector finds itself at a critical crossroads. On December 19, 2025, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude is trading near four-year lows, hovering between $55.70 and $56.40 per barrel. This slump, driven by a combination of
Energy Sector
The global energy sector finds itself in turbulent waters as oil and gas company stocks experience a significant downturn, directly correlating with a persistent drop in commodity prices. As of December 16, 2025, a confluence of oversupply, weakening global demand, and broader macroeconomic headwinds has sent shockwaves through the market,
Gasoline Prices
Washington D.C., December 16, 2025 – American consumers are enjoying a significant and sustained drop in gasoline prices, with both national averages and futures contracts plummeting towards multi-year lows. The national average for regular gasoline now hovers around $2.907 per gallon, marking a notable decrease from figures seen earlier
Phillips 66
Phillips 66 (NYSE: PSX) today announced a robust $2.4 billion capital budget for 2026, signaling a strategic commitment to both the expansion of its core operations and the diligent maintenance of its existing asset base. This significant financial outlay, unveiled on December 15, 2025, positions the energy giant to