The global energy landscape shifted violently this week as crude oil prices plummeted below the $63 per barrel threshold, marking a definitive end to the "war premium" that has propped up markets for over two years. The catalyst for the sell-off was an unexpected confirmation from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin
In a move that has sent shockwaves through global capitals and commodity markets, the Trump administration has officially implemented a sweeping 25% tariff on any nation that continues to maintain trade relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran. Announced in early February 2026, this "Secondary Tariff" policy marks a fundamental
As of February 17, 2026, Occidental Petroleum (NYSE: OXY) stands at a pivotal crossroads in its century-long history. Known traditionally as a Permian Basin powerhouse, the company is aggressively rebranding itself as a leader in the global energy transition. With its fourth-quarter 2025 earnings report scheduled for release tomorrow, February 18, all eyes are on [...]
In early 2026, the global energy landscape is witnessing a structural transformation as the legendary U.S. shale boom—the force that upended global oil markets for over a decade—has finally hit a definitive plateau. As of February 16, 2026, latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) confirms
Energy markets were jolted into a high-volatility state this month as West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude surged to the $65.00 mark, driven by the abrupt cancellation of high-stakes nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The talks, which were scheduled to take place in Istanbul, Turkey, fell apart after a
Earnings season is starting to slow down now, which may come as a welcome relief for some. However, we do still have some important companies due to report with Walmart, Alibaba, Newmont Mining, Medtronic, Palo Alto Networks, DoorDash and Occidental...
In a move that signals the final stage of a multi-year consolidation wave in the American energy sector, Devon Energy (NYSE: DVN) and Coterra Energy (NYSE: CTRA) announced a definitive $58 billion all-stock merger on February 2, 2026. This blockbuster transaction, framed as a "merger of equals," creates a premier
In a move that signals the dawn of a new era for the American energy landscape, Devon Energy (NYSE: DVN) and Coterra Energy (NYSE: CTRA) have officially announced a definitive merger agreement to create a $58 billion "super-independent" powerhouse. The $21.4 billion all-stock transaction, unveiled on February 2, 2026,
Selling put options before a company's earnings announcement can be a valid strategy for options traders seeking to capitalize on higher than normal volatility.
As of February 11, 2026, the global energy market has become a theater of conflicting forces, leaving investors and analysts grappling with unprecedented volatility. On one side, the U.S. administration’s aggressive "Drill, Baby, Drill" policy has unleashed a torrent of new domestic production, pushing West Texas Intermediate (WTI)
