New York files suit against the Trump administration for a halt on two offshore wind project
New York's Attorney General sued the Trump Administration on Friday for suspending the construction of two major offshore wind project that the state says it needs to power a million homes and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Letitia J. James, New York's Attorney General…
Trump calls on US oil companies to fix Venezuela's rotting energy industry
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, began a meeting at the White House on Friday to discuss Venezuela. He said he wanted executives from some of the largest oil companies in the world to invest $100 billion to expand Venezuela's production. The meeting…
Exxon CEO: We are ready to assess reentering Venezuela and will send a team within a few weeks.
Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods stated?on Friday that the U.S. 'oil major could start from the ground up in Venezuela, and was prepared to evaluate the possibility of returning to the country. Woods stated that it was "absolutely critical" to have a technical…
Trump meets with oil companies in Venezuela
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, began a meeting at the White House with executives of some of the largest oil companies in the world on Friday. He said that increasing crude production from Venezuela will benefit the United States. The meeting reflects…
Trump's "drill baby, drill" agenda in Venezuela hurts producers at the home
Trump wants $50 oil but it's below the profit level of U.S. Venezuelan oil redirected to squeeze U.S. Venezuelan oil to benefit U.S. HOUSTON, January 9 - U.S. Oil Producers already struggling with low oil prices face renewed pressure as President Donald…
US oil companies juggle Venezuelan opportunity and investor concerns ahead of White House Summit
U.S. Oil executives will weigh the business potential of Venezuela and the enthusiasm expressed by President Donald Trump against the cautious attitude expressed by their investors when they are summoned to meet at the White House this Friday to discuss possible investment plans.
European stocks reach record highs as Glencore leaps on Rio Tinto's interest
European shares reached a record high on Friday, boosted by an 8.3% increase in Glencore. This put the 'STOXX 600 index on course for its longest winning streak since last May. After two sessions of losses the rebound shows that investors are resilient…
Trump has announced that he will be meeting with Venezuelan Machado in the next few days
Donald Trump, the U.S. president, announced on Thursday that Venezuelan leader Maria Corina Machado would be visiting Washington next week. In an interview with Fox News' "Hannity", Trump was asked whether he planned to?meet? Machado after the U.S.
Sources say that Chevron Vitol Trafigura are all competing to control Venezuelan oil imports.
Sources familiar with the situation say that Chevron, Vitol, Trafigura and other companies are competing to get deals from the U.S. Government to export crude oil from Venezuela. Venezuelan officials are trying to control oil sales in the United States.
Sources say that the Embassies of Venezuela are planning visits by American and European oil companies
Two sources said that foreign embassies in Venezuela are arranging visits next week with representatives of American and European oil firms. This follows the U.S. announcement about a $2 billion deal for oil and the supply to Venezuela of U.S. products.
Oil Prices Rise 2% Amidst Venezuela Conflict, Supply Concerns
Oil prices rose about 2% on Thursday after two days of declines as investors assessed developments in Venezuela and on worries about supplies from Russia, Iraq and Iran.Brent futures rose $1.21, or 2%, to $61.17 per barrel at 11:17 a.m. EST (1617 GMT), while U.S.
Vitol, Trafigura and the White House invited to Venezuelan oil discussions on Friday
Four sources familiar with the situation have confirmed that the U.S. administration of President Donald Trump has invited the heads of commodity trading companies Vitol and Trafigura to meet at the White House this Friday to discuss the marketing Venezuelan crude oil.
World Economic Forum survey shows business will be tougher by 2025
A survey released by the World Economic Forum on Thursday showed that companies found it more difficult to do business in 2020 due to a decline in global cooperation in areas such as trade, 'climate', technology, and security. The online survey of 799 executives from 81 countries…
FT reports that US oil companies need guarantees before investing in Venezuela.
The Financial Times reported that U.S. Oil Companies want "serious assurances" from Washington before making large?investments into Venezuela. President Donald Trump wants them to support his efforts to reshape the energy?markets. The FT, citing sources familiar with the issue, reported that U.S.
Iraq nationalises West Qurna 2 Oilfield Operations, Government Says
Iraqi Cabinet has approved the nationalisation of petroleum operations in West Qurna 2 Oilfield, one?of the world's largest oilfields, according to the 'provisions' of a contract signed with Russia Lukoil. The cabinet agreed to also seek approvals for financing operations via the Majnoon account.
EOG Resources: Higher Venezuelan output and oversupply are weighing down on shale oil prices
Ann Janssen, finance chief at EOG Resources, said that on Wednesday oversupply from Venezuela and possibly higher production are pushing down oil prices. This trend is likely to continue for several more quarters. Brent crude futures fell about 0.6% to $60.30 per barrel as investors reacted after U.S.
Oil Edges Lower as US Reaches Import Deal with Venezuela
Oil extended declines on Wednesday as investors digested statements from President Donald Trump that the U.S. had reached a deal to import up to $2 billion worth of Venezuelan crude, a move that would lift supplies to the world's largest oil consumer.Brent crude futures were down 40 cents…
The European stock rally is stalled as traders evaluate the economic impact of Venezuela
After a string of record closings, European stocks were down?on Wednesday as investors took a break to digest the latest U.S. - Venezuela developments and awaited new economic data. The?STOXX?600 index was slightly lower at 0920 GMT a day after it reached a new closing high.
The European stock rally is stalling as traders evaluate the economic impact of Venezuela
After a string of record-breaking?closes?, European stocks were subdued Wednesday as investors took time to digest recent U.S.?developments? between Venezuela and the United States. They also awaited new economic data. STOXX 600 was slightly lower at 0920 GMT a day after it had reached a new closing record.
Palm oil futures are up on the back of gains in rival oils and ringgit weakness
The price of Malaysian palm oils futures rose on Wednesday as a result of the strength of soyoil in Dalian and Chicago. Weakness?in ringgit also added to support. By midday, the benchmark contract for?palm?oil delivery in March on the Bursa Derivatives Exchange had gained 14 ringgit or 0.35% to 4…