August 7, 2026

Register to attend the 31st EnerCom Denver - The Energy Investment Conference, on August 19, 2026, in Denver, Colorado- oil and gas 360

One-on-One Meeting Requests are Open for the 31st EnerCom Denver – The Energy Investment Conference, on August 19, 2026, in Denver, Colorado

August 7, 2026

(Oil & Gas 360) – Investors are encouraged to register for EnerCom Denver – The Energy Investment Conference, featuring a broad group of public and private energy companies, and request 1×1 meetings Sponsorship opportunities are available for companies seeking to increase their market presence Recognized as the largest independent investor conference serving the global oil and gas industry and the broader

360 Energy Pulse: What mattered this week in energy

August 7, 2026

(By Oil & Gas 360) – This week underscored how quickly geopolitical uncertainty can reshape market sentiment, even as companies remain focused on long-term capital discipline. Oil prices strengthened on renewed uncertainty surrounding the Iran conflict, while producers continued investing in natural gas, offshore development, and high-quality shale assets. At the same time, mergers and acquisitions slowed, balance sheets strengthened, and

ConocoPhillips announces CEO succession, Lance to retire after 14 years

August 7, 2026

(World Oil) – ConocoPhillips has announced a planned leadership transition, naming Andy O’Brien president and chief executive officer effective Sept. 1, while longtime CEO Ryan Lance will retire from the role and become executive chair in a transitional capacity. The company also named Konnie Haynes-Welsh senior vice president and chief financial officer, succeeding O’Brien as CFO. The appointments mark the end of Lance’s 14-year tenure as president and

U.S. rig count increased by 7, is at 580- oil and gas 360

U.S. rig count had no change, is at 588

August 7, 2026

This week’s Baker Hughes Rig Count shows that the U.S. had no change last week, resulting in a total count of 588 rigs. Canada decreased by 3 over last week, resulting in a total Canadian count of 216 rigs. Breakdown by region Of the regions tracked by Baker Hughes, the Permian experienced an increase this week. Meanwhile, 2 regions experienced

ADNOC issues statement clarifying attacks on facilities

August 7, 2026

(World Oil) – ADNOC released the following statement Friday addressing the impact of recent attacks on its vessels and operations amid continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz: “ADNOC remains firmly focused on meeting customer requirements despite an exceptionally challenging environment. We continue to be significantly impacted by unprovoked attacks on our people and our assets. Since the beginning of the

Brent climbs $1 on uncertainty over end to Iran war

August 7, 2026

(Investing) -HOUSTON- Brent crude oil climbed more than $1 a barrel on Friday over ongoing uncertainty about the negotiations in progress that determine control of, and reopen, the key shipping artery of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures settled at $83.55 a barrel, gaining $1.06, or 1.3%. West Texas Intermediate futures finished at $78.18 a barrel, up 89 cents, or

One-on-One Meeting Requests are Open for the 31st EnerCom Denver – The Energy Investment Conference, on August 19, 2026, in Denver, Colorado

360 Energy Pulse: What mattered this week in energy

ConocoPhillips announces CEO succession, Lance to retire after 14 years

U.S. rig count had no change, is at 588

ADNOC issues statement clarifying attacks on facilities

Brent climbs $1 on uncertainty over end to Iran war

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