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Devon Energy to boost free cash flow by $1 billion by 2026

Devon Energy announced on Tuesday that it intends to increase its annual free cashflow by $1 billion by 2026. This sent its shares up by 3.5% in the premarket. This is what the U.S. oil…

Oil industry sources claim that Central Africa's new FX Initiative falls short of its target.

Two oil industry sources said that six Central African nations who were expecting to receive billions in foreign exchange from funds set aside for environmental restoration by oil companies…

Palm prices rise on bargain-buying; stronger Ringgit and economic uncertainty limit gains

Malaysian palm futures gained on Tuesday, after six sessions of consecutive losses. Supported by bargain-buying, the gains were limited, however, by a stronger Ringgit and economic uncertainty.

MPOC expects palm oil demand to increase in China and India as prices become more competitive.

The Malaysian Palm Oil Council said that demand for palm oil from major global buyers China, and India will increase because the vegetable oil has become more affordable compared to its competitors.

JERA and Saibu Gas work together to use the expanded Japanese LNG terminal

They announced on Tuesday that JERA, Japan’s largest buyer of liquefied gas, will work with Saibu Gas Holdings to use the Hibiki LNG Terminal. This collaboration is intended to improve…

Prices for gas in Europe are mixed due to economic concerns and storage requirements

The Dutch and British wholesale gas price were mixed on Tuesday, as economic concerns and forecasts for milder weather continued to exert pressure. However, Europe's need to replenish storage also provided support.

Chevron announces the first oil production at Ballymore Project in US Gulf

Chevron announced on Monday that it had begun oil and gas production in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. This brings the company closer to its goal of increasing production by 50% from the ocean basin this year.

Coal India will set up a power plant as a joint venture

Coal India will invest 165 billion rupees to build a coal-powered 1,600 megawatt plant in Jharkhand, a state located in eastern India. This investment is needed to meet the growing demand for electricity.

Palm oil falls on firmer Ringgit, weaker soyoil and crude oil

Malaysian palm futures continued to fall on Monday, for the sixth consecutive session. The market was weighed down by a weaker ringgit, a decline in crude oil, and the weakness of soyoil. Concerns about U.S.

US oilfield service firms prepare for earnings as tariffs cloud the outlook

The results next week should provide an insight into how the top three oilfield service companies in the world are dealing with the uncertainty caused by the U.S. trade tariffs and the recent drop in oil prices.

Naftogaz, the Ukrainian gas company, says it wants to buy 2 billion cubic meters of gas for 1 billion Euros

Naftogaz, Ukraine's state-owned oil and gas company, is in negotiations with the government and international financing institutions to raise one billion euros for the purchase of over…

As reserves are at a record low, Ukraine could need to import up to 6.3 billion cubic meters of gas next winter

The former head of Ukraine's gas transit operator stated on Sunday that the country may have to import as much as 6.3 billion cubic meters (bcm) for winter 2025/26 due to the fact that…

Chevron, other companies withdraw from Egypt's Red Sea concessions and redirect resources

The Egyptian petroleum ministry reported that a number of multinational oil companies, including Chevron, have left their Red Sea oil concession blocks without finding any oil or gas and…

Palm records its lowest weekly loss in 28 weeks, a third-weekly loss.

Malaysian palm oils futures reversed gains earlier, following rival oils in Dalian, and recorded a third consecutive weekly loss on Saturday, their lowest drop in 28 weeks. The benchmark…

BP shareholders punish Helge Lind with low support

BP's Murray Auchincloss, CEO and Helge Lund, Chair were reelected on Thursday. However, the dramatically reduced level of support from shareholders for Lund may mean that his departure earlier than expected is possible.

Palm production increases, causing a fourth consecutive session of declines

Malaysian palm futures dropped for the fourth session in a row on Thursday, closing at their lowest level since October 1. This was due to expectations that production would increase. However…

Qatari Emir meets Putin in Moscow

The Russian state-run news agency TASS reports that Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, arrived in Moscow Thursday for a trip which will include discussions with President Vladimir…

Palm oil prices close at their lowest level since October, as weak competitors weigh

Malaysian palm oils futures continued to lose money on Wednesday due to the lacklustre performance of Dalian vegetable oil and expectations for improved production. The benchmark July palm…

Thailand will import more US LNG in the next five years.

Thailand will import more LNG from the United States in the next five-year period, said Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira on Wednesday. This was ahead of next week's meeting with U.S. officials to discuss tariffs.

French prompts higher as demand increases and wind output drops

The French spot electricity price for Thursday increased on Wednesday, as the wind power supply is expected to decline and the domestic demand to increase. The price of French baseload…

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