Articles by: OilNews

Oil prices stage modest rebound

World oil prices rebounded slightly on Thursday after sharp losses the previous day sparked by surging crude stockpiles in the United States. US benchmark West Texas Intermediate for December delivery added 23 cents to $80.75 a barrel compared with Wednesday's …

October 23, 2014 - 7:29 am Energy RSS

Oil will tumble to $70, says new 'bond king'

Jeffrey Gundlach believes Saudi Arabia loves 'turning the screws' on rival Iran.

October 23, 2014 - 7:02 am Energy RSS

Oil will fall to $70, says new bond king

Star bond investor Jeffrey Gundlach believes oil will plunge to $70 because Saudi Arabia loves 'turning the screws' on rival Iran.

October 23, 2014 - 3:25 am Energy RSS

Neste Oil's Interim Report for January-September 2014

Neste Oil Corporation Interim Report 23 October 2014 at 9 a.m. (EET) Neste Oil`s Interim Report for January-September 2014 Strong market development in the third quarter. Full-year guidance revised. Third …

October 23, 2014 - 2:03 am Energy RSS

Oil prices fall again. Buckle up for gas prices below $3.

Crude oil prices just keep falling, and gas prices are following suit. Many analysts think the downward trend in oil prices will continue, driving the average price at the pump in the US below $3.00 a gallon.

October 22, 2014 - 5:06 pm Energy RSS

Oil resumes slide, falling $2 after second big U.S. stock build

Oil prices resumed their deep downward march on Wednesday, with U.S. After trading in a relatively narrower range for the past few days, Brent crude fell $1.68 at $84.56 a barrel at 2:37 EST (1824 GMT). The Energy Information Administration …

October 22, 2014 - 3:31 pm Energy RSS

Oil slips towards $86 after big jump in U.S. crude stocks

Global benchmark Brent reversed course after the U.S. Energy Information Administration said crude inventories rose by 7.11 million barrels, more than the 2.7 million-barrel increase analysts had expected. "The large crude oil build is the dominant feature of the report, …

October 22, 2014 - 2:20 pm Energy RSS

Mixed Oil Service Earnings Put These Energy ETFs in Focus

Oil service stocks have posted mixed results in recent days, and with the recent slide in oil it will be interesting to see how these companies perform now.

October 22, 2014 - 2:16 pm Energy RSS

Oil Producers Cluster Wells in Classic Push to Extend Boom

West Texas Intermediate oil fell $1.16 to $81.33 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange at 1:37 p.m. An analysis of a group of wells on the same lease in La Salle County, in the heart of Texas's booming …

October 22, 2014 - 1:54 pm Energy RSS

Oil prices slide as US crude reserves surge

London (AFP) – World oil prices hit reverse Wednesday following news of surging stockpiles in top consumer the United States, with additional selling pressure from the stronger dollar.

October 22, 2014 - 1:53 pm Energy RSS

Oil Producers Cramming Wells in Risky Push to Extend Boom

U.S. shale producers are cramming more wells into the juiciest spots of their oilfields in a move that may help keep the drilling boom going as prices plunge.

October 22, 2014 - 4:10 am Energy RSS

Falling oil prices stretch Venezuela's books to limit

Caracas (AFP) – Sliding oil prices are deepening the budget crisis facing the Venezuelan government, which is already struggling to fund its lavish subsidies and rigid exchange-rate controls, analysts say.

October 21, 2014 - 11:45 pm Energy RSS

6-figure oil jobs lead to massive shortage of home builders

In the oil boom towns of North Dakota, Texas and Colorado there's a big demand for new homes — but there's no one to build them.

October 21, 2014 - 6:34 pm Energy RSS

Study in Irony: Researchers Say Oil Rigs Are Great for Fish

Those giant offshore oil platforms dotting California’s coastline look like the least friendly marine habitat you could find.

October 21, 2014 - 5:19 pm Energy RSS

Oil ends up after China demand news, fragile recovery seen

Brent crude oil ended up almost 1 percent on Tuesday, helped by data showing stronger-than-expected China demand and some technical price recovery after weeks of almost uninterrupted selling. Analysts and traders cautioned, however, that global economic data, especially out of …

October 21, 2014 - 5:15 pm Energy RSS

Investors Pile Into Oil Funds at Fastest Pace in 2 Years

Investors are putting money into funds that track oil prices at the fastest rate in two years, betting that crude will rebound from a bear market. The four biggest oil exchange-traded products listed in the U.S. Shares outstanding of the …

October 21, 2014 - 3:20 pm Energy RSS

Low Oil Prices Raise the Risk of Recession in Russia

Oil prices dipped to around $92 per barrel in early October

October 16, 2014 - 4:42 pm Energy RSS

Oil rises on tight U.S. gasoline stocks, options expiry

Oil prices rose in volatile trade on Thursday, as data showing tight U.S. By the end of the session, oil prices had given up much of those gains, but remained higher on the day. Brent crude for December delivery (LCOc2) …

October 16, 2014 - 4:21 pm Energy RSS

Falling oil prices shake up global economies

NEW YORK (AP) — A sudden plunge in the price of oil is sending economic and political shockwaves around the world. Oil exporting countries are bracing for potentially crippling budget shortfalls and importing nations are benefiting from the lowest prices …

October 16, 2014 - 3:44 pm Energy RSS

Marathon Oil Closes Norway Business Divestiture for $2.1B

Marathon Oil Corp. (MRO) announced that it has completed the sale of its Norway operations.

October 16, 2014 - 3:10 pm Energy RSS

As Oil Prices Fall, Who Wins And Who Loses?

Prices are down 25 percent since June, unleashing ripples around the globe that range from lower gas prices in the U.S. to budget problems in Russia to political pressures in the Middle East.

October 16, 2014 - 12:45 pm Energy RSS

As Oil Prices Fall, Who Wins And Who Loses?

Oil is down 25 percent since June, unleashing ripples around the globe that range from lower gas prices in the U.S. to budget problems in Russia to political pressures in the Middle East.

October 16, 2014 - 12:29 pm Energy RSS

ND oil regulator: Price drop could slow drilling

Recent oil price drops could halt drilling in several North Dakota counties and force the state to reevaluate its budget, the state's top oil regulator said Wednesday. North Dakota oil prices have been …

October 16, 2014 - 11:39 am Energy RSS

Oil prices free fall: Why Venezuela stands to lose the most

Oil prices continue to drop, putting pressure on producers worldwide. Venezuela may have the most to lose from a prolonged slide in oil prices.

October 16, 2014 - 11:35 am Energy RSS

If Oil Prices Keep Falling, Avoid These 4 Country ETFs

These country ETFs could be hit hard by the oil slump.

October 16, 2014 - 11:31 am Energy RSS

Don’t Mess With Saudis in Oil Bear Market Global Shakeout

The bear market in oil is showing the world there's still only one country in a position to choose winners and losers in the global market: Saudi Arabia. Energy producers in turmoil, such as Russia, Iran and Venezuela, stand to …

October 16, 2014 - 11:03 am Energy RSS

Oil slide puts Venezuela's Maduro under pressure for reforms

By Corina Pons CARACAS (Reuters) – The slump in global oil prices has heightened pressure on President Nicolas Maduro to enact politically risky reforms to bolster Venezuela's weak public finances and its ability to pay down debt. Crude prices under …

October 16, 2014 - 11:01 am Energy RSS

Oil Slump Means Canceled Projects as Investment Declines

The global crash in crude prices is reverberating through the oil and gas industry, pressuring producers to curtail investment to protect profits and avoid cuts to dividend payments. The world's largest oil companies have rarely spent so much for so …

October 16, 2014 - 9:07 am Energy RSS

Falling oil prices shake up global economies

NEW YORK (AP) — A sudden plunge in the price of oil is sending economic and political shockwaves around the world. Oil exporting countries are bracing for potentially crippling budget shortfalls and importing nations are benefiting from the lowest prices …

October 16, 2014 - 7:48 am Energy RSS

Oil Slump Means Canceled Projects as Investment Declines

Exxon Mobil Corp., Royal Dutch Shell Plc and Total SA are already paring back as new investment fails to yield positive returns. Total said last month that capital spending in 2017 will be 11 percent below 2013’s peak.

October 16, 2014 - 6:23 am Energy RSS