U.S. Energy Sector Consolidation Extends into 2024

The consolidation wave in the U.S. energy sector that triggered $250 billion worth of deals in 2023 has stretched into this year, as companies look for opportunities to deploy their cash hoard and boost their reserves. The majority of energy executives polled in December by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas expected more oil deals …

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Chevron Prepares for North Sea Exit After More Than 55 Years

(Reuters) – Chevron said it is set to launch the sale of its remaining UK North Sea oil and gas assets, in a move that would mark the U.S. energy giant’s exit from the ageing basin after more than 55 years. The planned divestment, confirmed to Reuters on Thursday, comes as Chevron prepares for the $53 …

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White House Moves to Protect U.S. Solar Manufacturers from Chinese Competition

(Reuters) – The White House on Thursday said it would protect domestic solar factories from Chinese competition by scrapping a tariff exemption for imported double-sided panels and making it easier for projects to claim a subsidy for using American-made products. The moves come as President Joe Biden touts his economic policies ahead of a November …

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A Second Trump Presidency Would Target IEA’s Green Focus, Advisers Say

(Reuters) – Donald Trump would likely push to replace the head of the International Energy Agency if he wins the U.S. presidential election to shift the energy watchdog’s focus back to maximizing fossil fuel output instead of fighting climate change, according to people familiar with the matter. The Paris-based IEA has provided research and data …

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Crescent Energy to Buy SilverBow Resources in $2.1 Billion Deal

(Reuters) – Crescent Energy  will buy SilverBow Resources  in a $2.1 billion deal, the companies said on Thursday, amid a consolidation wave in the U.S. oil and gas industry. SilverBow and Crescent Energy both operate in the Eagle Ford shale in Texas. The announcement comes amid SilverBow’s tussle with its largest shareholder Kimmeridge Energy Management, which …

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Oil Prices Stabilize After U.S. Stock Drop and Slower Inflation

(Reuters) – Brent oil futures held steady on Thursday, bolstered by signs of stronger demand in the U.S. after slower than expected inflation in April and lower oil stocks in the past week. Brent crude futures were up 4 cents, or 0.05%, at $82.79 a barrel by 1120 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) …

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U.S. Southwest and Texas at Risk of Power Shortfalls This Summer, Regulator says

(Reuters) – The U.S. Southwest and Texas are at an increased risk of power supply shortfalls during times of peak demand this summer due to rising electricity consumption and supply constraints, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation said on Wednesday. Parts of the Midwest and New England are also under elevated threat of inadequate power …

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Investors Abandon Bullish Case for U.S. Gasoline: John Kemp

U.S. gasoline prices and refining margins have come under pressure as inventories deplete more slowly than normal for this time of year, indicating supplies are plentiful, and undermining the bullish case for the fuel. Just over a month ago, investors had amassed one of the largest bullish positions in U.S. gasoline futures and options since …

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