Industry & Analysis
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July 10, 2026
Oil prices declined as the United States and Iran continued technical talks following renewed military strikes, easing immediate supply concerns even as tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained below normal.
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July 10, 2026
A limited number of oil tankers continue to transit the Strait of Hormuz via the Oman shipping corridor despite renewed U.S.-Iran military strikes, while observable vessel traffic remains below normal levels.
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July 09, 2026
Venezuela has introduced sweeping new oil regulations that expand private sector participation across upstream production, refining, marketing and fuel distribution, marking the country's most significant oil policy reform in decades.
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July 09, 2026
The U.S. and Iran exchanged a second round of airstrikes as tensions escalated in the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting commercial shipping, delaying LNG operations and raising concerns over global oil supplies.
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July 09, 2026
The World Bank approved an $875 million financing package for Côte d'Ivoire and signed an interim agreement with Eni to support the country's Gas Master Plan and expanding natural gas infrastructure.
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July 08, 2026
The UK has opened a public consultation on Adura's Jackdaw gas field as part of the regulatory approval process, marking another step toward production from one of the country's largest undeveloped North Sea gas projects.
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July 08, 2026
Oil prices jumped Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the ceasefire with Iran was effectively over and said the U.S. would "probably" launch additional military strikes, raising the prospect of renewed conflict in one of the world's most important oil-producing regions.
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July 07, 2026
EIA's July short-term outlook raises its global oil production forecast as Strait of Hormuz shipping recovers, while projecting lower Brent crude prices and continued growth in U.S. crude production and LNG exports.
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July 07, 2026
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has issued a Request for Information to evaluate the potential use of the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf for offshore space launch, re-entry and recovery infrastructure, opening a 30-day public comment period.
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July 06, 2026
Fulkrum reported 51% year-over-year revenue growth in the Middle East during the first quarter and plans to double its regional workforce over the next year as demand for inspection, asset integrity and technical staffing services continues to grow.
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July 03, 2026
As Libya works to sustain its recent production recovery, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) says Angola's regulatory reforms offer a useful example of how policy certainty can help attract long-term upstream investment.
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July 05, 2026
Seven OPEC+ members have agreed to increase collective oil production by 188,000 bpd in August, continuing the gradual rollback of voluntary production cuts while reaffirming their commitment to maintaining market stability.
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July 02, 2026
Wood Mackenzie forecasts a long-term rise in Henry Hub natural gas prices as AI-driven power demand, LNG export growth and maturing U.S. gas supply reshape market fundamentals. The consultancy expects prices to approach $5/MMBtu (real) by 2035.
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July 02, 2026
India plans to expand its strategic oil reserves and storage capacity following recent volatility during the Iran conflict, while increasing refining capacity as it strengthens energy security and positions itself as a global refining hub.
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July 01, 2026
Oil prices fell for a third consecutive session as crude exports through the Strait of Hormuz continued to recover and indirect U.S.-Iran talks showed signs of progress, easing supply concerns despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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July 01, 2026
Houlihan Lokey has agreed to acquire energy-focused investment bank Intrepid Financial Partners, expanding its oil and gas M&A, capital raising and restructuring advisory capabilities. The transaction is expected to close before the end of September.
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July 01, 2026
Continental Resources retained the top spot in Enverus' annual ranking of the 100 largest private U.S. E&P operators, as the report points to renewed private capital deployment across the upstream sector.
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June 30, 2026
Sable Offshore launched a $400 million equity and convertible debt offering as it works to refinance a loan owed to Exxon Mobil, sending shares sharply lower. The financing comes as the company continues efforts to restart offshore oil production off California's coast.
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June 30, 2026
ADNOC is proposing a new pricing methodology for Upper Zakum, Das and Umm Lulu crude that would link official selling prices to the Dubai benchmark rather than Murban futures. The move could simplify regional pricing comparisons as the UAE expands crude exports.
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June 30, 2026
Tenaris will invest more than $90 million to modernize its Pennsylvania steel shop and seamless pipe manufacturing facilities, expanding automation, improving production efficiency and supporting U.S. oil country tubular goods (OCTG) manufacturing for the energy industry.
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June 29, 2026
After a fresh round of U.S. and Iranian strikes raised new concerns over Strait of Hormuz shipping, Washington and Tehran are preparing to resume talks in Doha as oil markets weigh the prospects for a lasting de-escalation.
