energy sector Q1 performance
The energy sector delivered a strong 9.9% return despite the S&P 500’s 4.6% decline. Supermajors like TotalEnergies and Shell led with double-digit gains. ...
California destroying its energy sector
Phillips 66 will close its Los Angeles-area refinery in 2025, affecting 600 employees and reducing California's gasoline production by 8%. Chevron announced its...
In his latest Forbes analysis, Burning Bright: What the Data Says About Coal's Global Surge, our Editor-in-Chief Robert Rapier breaks down sobering new data...
Chris Wright climate policy
Chris Wright, Trump's pick for Energy Secretary, is sparking debate with his nuanced views on climate change and energy policy. Wright acknowledges carbon...
trumps oil tariffs
Trump’s new tariffs on Canadian and Mexican oil could lead to higher gasoline and diesel prices in the U.S. Refiners in the Midwest...
us lng dominance
U.S. solidifies position as top natural gas producer and LNG exporter in 2024. European natural gas demand and production decline, with significant drops...
summer gasoline
Seasonal Shift Impact: Summer gasoline blends, mandated to reduce pollution, contribute to price hikes at the pump. Economic Trade-Offs: Lower RVP in summer...
tariffs energy supply chain
In his ongoing energy commentary as a Forbes Senior Contributor, SHALE Magazine Editor-in-Chief Robert Rapier explores how tariff policies—particularly those enacted under the second...
Russia’s Gas Shift to China
Europe’s Energy Evolution: The EU’s pivot from Russian gas to LNG has reduced dependence but introduced price volatility. China’s Leverage: Russia’s reliance on...
Energy Sector Performance 2024
Midstream Shines: Midstream companies delivered an average total return of 20.8%, led by Targa Resources' 110.1% gain. Upstream Struggles: Upstream companies averaged a...