Oil rallied toward the end…
Recent missile attacks by the…
There is plenty of uncertainty…
Politics, Geopolitics & Conflict The smoke and mirrors surrounding developments in U.S.-Iran relations continued this week, with Israeli media insisting the Iranian leaders have agreed to direct nuclear talks with…
A fierce resumption of the Armenia-Azerbaijan war over Nagorno-Karabakh is a direct reflection of a breakdown of Russian foreign policy and Russian domestic political uncertainty stemming from the…
The global oil market has experienced a whirlwind of movements this week, with prices swinging between highs and lows, driven by a myriad of factors ranging from supply constraints to…
Probably the most important thing that any trader can do is to keep an open mind. Preconceptions can be dangerous to your wealth. Making an objective analysis of the prospects…
In an unexpected twist, given the plethora of bullish fundamentals, crude oil prices are on course for a decline this week due to profit-taking and renewed economic concerns sparked by…
1. Cushing Premia Soar as Rock-Solid Demand and Low Stocks Put Pressure on WTI- The…
Politics, Geopolitics & Conflict Poland’s state-run refiner is using strategic reserves to artificially keep diesel prices low. It’s selling diesel that it has imported at prices below what it paid,…
Washington’s push to shift the balance of relations in the Middle East, which hinges on the normalization of relations with Israel, continues to gain serious momentum, most recently…
1. Despite Lower Gas Prices, Europe’s Industrial Gas Demand Just Not Enough- Europe’s industry gas…
U.S. crude oil prices have surged past $90 a barrel, triggering worries about accelerating inflation and its potential impact on an economy already grappling with the Federal Reserve's aggressive interest…
Markets & Geopolitics While production was unaffected when Storm Daniel out of the Mediterranean hit land in eastern Libya, the country’s key oil export terminals were all temporarily closed last…
It is no secret that Warren Buffet, or more accurately his holding company, Berkshire Hathaway (BRKA: BRKB), has been amassing a significant stake in Occidental Petroleum (OXY). Their stake is…
More than ever, Putin needs something big. A dramatic gesture for global public consumption. That’s what North Korea is all about. While the Kremlin may have had Prigozhin’s…
1. Saudi Arabia Seeks to Regain Market Share in China- As Saudi Arabia…
The global oil market, a critical element of the world's economic engine, is currently at a pivotal junction. Recent events have caused dramatic shifts, impacting both supply and demand dynamics.…
Politics, Geopolitics & Conflict Over the past year, the signs have been everywhere that Middle East alliances are truly shifting, and the very tricky game of normalization of ties with…
When most people think of technology in energy, they think mainly of companies in the alternative energy space. There have been some amazing advances in solar and wind power, and…
Russian regional elections begin this weekend in 49 of its 83 regions, including Crimea and occupied areas of Ukraine. In occupied Ukraine, the elections (which are inherently rigged)…
U.S. Crude Trends Upward U.S. benchmark October West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices marked a significant uptick, with U.S. crude oil seeing an increase of over $2 a…
1. Gabon Coup Roils West African Markets, Avoiding Disruptions So Far- The second coup in…