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The Capital Markets are Open to Oil & Gas: PLS

PLS Capitalize™ Report: Oil & gas industry raised $186 Billion through U.S. public offerings in 2016; PLS predicts surge in M&A activity in 2017 Houston’s oil and gas research firm PLS Inc. provided the following statistical review of capital markets activity today, with the help of its capital markets tracking platform Capitalize™. Highlights of the PLS Capitalize™ report include: Aggregate

Noble Energy Announces 63% Year-over-Year Increase in Capital Budget

Noble Energy announces $2.3-$2.6 billion budget with a focus on liquids in the DJ, Delaware and Eagle Ford Houston-based Noble Energy (ticker: NBL) announced the company’s capital guidance for the year, stating that the company plans to increase its spending by $950 million (63%) from its 2016 capital budget. The company said it will spend between $2.3 and $2.6 billion

Earthstone Energy Likes Midland Basin Opportunities

EarthStone Energy plans to grow production 200% to 400% on acquired Midland assets in 2017 With 2016 in the books and many companies reporting their year-end numbers, markets are beginning to look forward to the year ahead. A stable oil price and greatly improved drilling efficiencies have led many to have a more optimistic attitude about 2017, particularly about companies