CNOOC Ships First Golden Arrowhead Crude from Guyana To China
According to shipping and trade data, China, the world's largest oil importer will receive its first Golden Arrowhead Crude cargo from Guyana by December. Producer CNOOC Ltd is looking to expand markets for this new grade. CNOOC loaded a million-barrel shipment onto the Very Large Crude Carrier Sophia in November.
U.S. Companies hold their line in climate talks despite Trump
Despite the U.S. Government's deterioration on climate change ahead of the COP30 Summit, American companies didn't shy away. According to an analysis of the attendance lists, there were 60 Fortune 100 representatives at this year's event in Brazil, as opposed to 50 last year at Baku, Azerbaijan.
Exxon freezes plans for major hydrogen plant amid weak customer demand
Exxon Mobil has halted plans to build one of the largest hydrogen production plants in the world due to low customer demand, CEO Darren Woods said in an interview with Business Insider on Friday. The project's suspension, which was already delayed, reflects the slowdown of efforts by oil and gas companies to switch to cleaner energy sources…
US Natural Gas Futures Ease 1% on Ample Gas in Storage
U.S. natural gas futures eased about 1% on Thursday on near-record output and ample amounts of gas in storage despite near-historic flows to liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plants and forecasts for colder weather and higher demand over the next two weeks than previously expected.The…
US Natural Gas Futures Climb 4% with LNG Flows, Cold December Forecast
U.S. natural gas futures climbed about 4% on Wednesday on near-record flows to liquefied natural gas export plants and forecasts for higher demand than previously expected as the weather turns colder than normal going into December.Front-month gas futures for December delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange rose 17.9 cents…
Bousso: TotalEnergies' ROI-TotalEnergies power play shows Big Oil how to make energy transition work
TotalEnergies of France is betting heavily on renewables and power, positioning itself as a leader in the global energy demand wave. It also offers investors an alternative to its rivals who are doubling down on gas and oil. Since 2022, the strategies of European oil companies have been in a constant state of flux.
Bousso: TotalEnergies' ROI-TotalEnergies power play shows Big Oil how to make energy transition work
TotalEnergies of France is betting heavily on renewables and power, positioning itself as a leader in the global energy demand wave. It also offers investors an alternative to its rivals who are doubling down on gas and oil. Since 2022, the strategies of European oil companies have been in a constant state of flux.
French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch
Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. The French parliament voted on Wednesday to suspend the controversial pension reform, as budget bills for next year are pushed through under constant threats to the survival of the government.
Chevron expects to see an increase in the current estimate of oil resources in Guyana
Chevron announced on Wednesday that it anticipates that an oilfield in Guyana, which is prolific and has a large amount of recoverable resources, could contain more than its current estimate of 11 Billion barrels of oil. Mark Nelson, Chevron's Vice Chairman, said that although the company has not forecasted it, he expects upside.
Chevron aims to increase cash flow by 10% annually through 2030 and cut costs even more.
Chevron announced on Wednesday its plans to increase oil and gas production and grow free cash flow annually by more than 10 percent through 2030, all while reducing costs and capital spending. Chevron announced its new guidance on Wednesday at their investor day. The company has…
Chevron targets 10% cash flow growth annually through 2030 and higher cost reduction
Chevron announced on Wednesday its plans to increase free cash flow and oil and gas production by over 10% per year through 2030, and reduce costs and capital expenditures. Chevron announced new guidance on its investor day as part of an effort to improve the efficiency of the company…
TotalEnergies and Petronas get the green light for exploration in Guyana
TotalEnergies and Petronas are oil producers who have signed an agreement for five years with the Guyana government to explore shallow-water blocks, officials and executives of both companies said on Tuesday. Guyana is struggling to diversify its industry. Its energy sector is currently dominated by an Exxon Mobil-led consortium…
Occidental Petroleum exceeds profit forecasts for the quarter on higher production
Occidental Petroleum surpassed Wall Street's expectations for the third quarter profit on Monday as higher production helped U.S. shale oil producer to counter lower oil prices. The U.S. produced more oil and gas in August than ever before, despite Brent crude falling by over 13%…
Chevron Investor Day puts the spotlight on post Hess strategy
Portfolio managers will be interested to hear what CEO Mike Wirth has planned to reap the rewards of the Hess purchase and start a new growth phase when Chevron executives, top shareholders and the oil producer gather in New York City for its investor day on Wednesday. Wirth will…
Sponsored: Record Deals and Record Attendance Underscore ADIPEC’s Global Impact
Record-breaking 239,709 attendees from 172 countries gathered at ADIPEC 2025, reaffirming UAE’s convening power and its role as a global hub for energy, partnerships and innovation. ADIPEC 2025 generated an estimated US$400 million in economic benefits for Abu Dhabi’s economy, particularly across the hospitality, tourism and transport sectors.
METI: Sakhalin-1 vital for Japan's energy security as US sanctions Russian shareholders
Japan's Industry Ministry said on Friday that the country's energy safety is dependent on foreign projects including Russia's Sakhalin-1. This comes after new U.S. Sanctions against Rosneft, a major shareholder along with Japanese partners. Washington sanctioned Rosneft, a Russian oil company…
ExxonMobil to join gas exploration project in the Greek Sea
ExxonMobil, a U.S. oil company, has signed an agreement with Energean Energy and Helleniq Energy for the exploration of natural gas off Greece's coast. The companies announced this on Thursday. ExxonMobil's global exploration head, John Ardill, said that if everything goes according to plan…
INTERVIEW-Iraq's prime minister: Iraq can only disarm its factions when the US leaves.
Iraq has promised to put all weapons under state control, but this will not happen as long as a U.S. led coalition is in the country, which some Iraqi factions see as an occupier force, said the prime minister on Monday. The Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani stated that a plan…
INTERVIEW-Iraq's prime minister: Iraq can only disarm its factions when the US leaves.
Iraq has promised to put all weapons under state control, but this will not happen as long as a U.S. led coalition is in the country, which some Iraqi factions see as an occupier force, said the prime minister on Monday. The Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani stated that a plan…
QatarEnergy, ExxonMobil Executives Threaten European Exit Under Imposing Climate Regulation
Executives at two of Europe's top gas suppliers, ExxonMobil and QatarEnergy, on Monday warned they could stop doing business with the European Union if it does not significantly loosen a sustainability law that could impose fines of 5% of their global revenue.Exxon CEO Darren Woods…