Author: Stu

Why Chevron and Exxon are Holding Their Stock Price Even When Oil is Holding at $60 to $65?

In the volatile world of energy markets, oil prices have stabilized around $60 to $65 per barrel throughout much of 2025 and into early 2026, a level that might typically pressure major oil companies’ stock performance. Yet, industry giants Chevron (CVX) and ExxonMobil (XOM) have demonstrated remarkable resilience, with their shares holding steady or even […]

U.S. Total Rig Count Down One This Week With Production Also Down

The U.S. oil and gas industry saw a slight decline in drilling activity this week, with the total rig count dropping by one to 543, according to the latest data from Baker Hughes. This continues a trend of subdued rig additions amid fluctuating commodity prices and market uncertainties. Meanwhile, U.S. crude oil production also edged […]

China Buying 84% More Canadian Oil Year over Year, and Carney Says the Partnership Sets Up for the New World Order

In a rapidly evolving global energy landscape, China’s strategic partnerships and import trends are reshaping international relations. Recent developments highlight a surge in Canadian oil imports to China, facilitated by expanded infrastructure like the Trans Mountain pipeline. This comes amid statements from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasizing a “new strategic partnership” with China that […]

Harold Hamm Says There Is No Need to Drill at $58 per Barrel

In the ever-volatile world of oil markets, few voices carry as much weight as that of Harold Hamm, the billionaire wildcatter and founder of Continental Resources. As oil prices hover in the low $50s to $60s per barrel amid global oversupply and weakening demand, Hamm has made headlines with his stark assessment: there’s simply no […]

BP and Ford’s Scaling Away from Net Zero: A Sign of Shifting Funding Priorities?

In the ever-evolving landscape of the global energy transition, recent moves by major players like BP and Ford signal a potential reevaluation of aggressive Net Zero commitments. As economic pressures mount and profitability takes center stage, these companies’ decisions to scale back investments in renewables and electric vehicles (EVs) could foreshadow a broader pushback against […]

New England Ratepayers Would Save Up to $700 Billion Replacing Wind, Solar with Natural Gas, Nuclear

In a groundbreaking study released this week, energy experts are sounding the alarm on New England’s heavy reliance on offshore wind and solar projects. According to the analysis, ratepayers across the six-state region could save between $400 billion and $700 billion through 2050 by shifting toward more reliable and cost-effective alternatives: natural gas and nuclear […]

How President Trump Changed the Global Oil Market and Sold Venezuelan Oil

In a bold and unprecedented move, President Donald Trump has reshaped the global oil landscape by orchestrating the U.S. takeover of Venezuela’s oil sector following the capture of former President Nicolás Maduro. This January 2026 intervention not only marked the end of Maduro’s regime but also positioned the United States as the direct manager of […]

Tesla Lithium Refinery Steps Up to the Plate and Hits a Home Run for Energy Dominance in North America

In a groundbreaking move that’s set to reshape the landscape of electric vehicle (EV) production and bolster North America’s energy independence, Tesla has officially ushered in operations at its state-of-the-art Lithium Refinery near Corpus Christi, Texas. Announced via X on January 14, 2026, this facility represents a pivotal step toward securing critical battery minerals domestically, […]

Norway Awards 57 Drilling Permits in Offshore Oil, Gas Exploration Round

In a significant move to bolster its offshore energy sector, Norway’s Energy Minister Terje Aasland announced on January 13, 2026, the award of 57 production licenses to 19 companies in the annual Awards in Predefined Areas (APA) licensing round. This allocation, up from 53 licenses in the previous year, focuses on mature areas of the […]

What If President Trump Uses NATO Membership as Leverage to Buy Greenland?

In a bold geopolitical maneuver, President Donald Trump has once again floated the idea of acquiring Greenland from Denmark, this time potentially tying it to U.S. participation in NATO. This hypothetical scenario raises intriguing questions about transatlantic alliances, defense spending, and the strategic value of the world’s largest island. As the host of the Energy […]