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Halliburton, hedge funds and Chevron: Big winners from Trump's vow to 'rule' Venezuela
US energy companies such as Halliburton, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and Exxon Mobil saw significant stock price increases following reports of a US attack on Venezuela which led to the abduction of Pres...
Trump: American Oil Firms Will Rebuild Venezuela’s Energy Sector Post-Maduro Raid
U.S. military forces conducted a raid in Caracas to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power. Subsequently, President Trump declared his intention for American oil companies to take contr...
Ukraine News for December 31 - Defense Forces Strike Tuapse Refinery
On December 31, Ukrainian defense forces reportedly targeted the Tuapse refinery located in Russia. This attack is part of a series of actions by Ukraine that affect Russian infrastructure....
USA Imposing Sanctions on Venezuela's Oil
The United States is implementing sanctions targeting Venezuela's oil industry as part of ongoing efforts to pressure the Venezuelan government....
Lukoil petrochemical plant in flames after second Ukrainian long-range drone strike in six weeks (VIDEOS, MAP)
A petrochemical plant owned by Lukoil in Stavrolen, Ukraine, which is 600km away from the frontline and produces polymers used for military equipment components, has been hit by a second strike from a...
Trump says US to temporarily ‘run’ Venezuela after Maduro ouster
US President Donald Trump announced that, following the anticipated overthrow of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, the United States will take temporary control over Venezuela. He stated American o...
US oil producers pledge to help stabilize Iran if regime falls
The American Petroleum Institute's President Mike Sommers stated that US oil companies are more willing to help stabilize the energy sector in Iran following a potential regime change compared to thei...
How Russia Uses Serbia’s NIS as a Lever of Coercion
Russia is employing the Serbian oil company NIS as a means of exerting pressure and coercion. The country's leadership in Moscow has communicated threats and the hierarchical relationship between Russ...
China Launches World's First Smart Crude Oil Carrier Running on Methanol
China has unveiled what it claims to be the world's first smart crude oil carrier powered by methanol. The ship is equipped with advanced technology for real-time monitoring and control, aiming to enh...
White House sends tough private message to oil companies on Venezuela
The White House has conveyed a stern message to oil companies, emphasizing that if they desire compensation for assets seized by the Venezuelan government, they must commit to reconstructing and maint...
Trump Wants to Allow US Firms to Restart Oil Drilling in Venezuela
According to HNonline.sk, President Trump aims to permit American companies to resume oil exploration and drilling activities in Venezuela. The move underscores ongoing shifts in US foreign policy tow...
Billionaire Trump megadonor set to make killing on Venezuela oil
Paul Singer, one of President Donald Trump’s major donors and supporter for regime change in Venezuela, stands to gain financially after the controversial capture of Venezuela’s president Nicolas Madu...
Russian Oil Company Refuses to Relinquish Control of Venezuela Exports
A Russian oil firm has indicated that it will continue its operations in Venezuela despite attempts by the Trump administration to gain control over Venezuela's oil fields and exports....
Zaharova: Trump Freed Two Russians from Oil Tanker 'Mariner'
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova commented on the release of two Russian citizens who were detained aboard an oil tanker named 'Mariner'. She indicated that former US President Do...
Serbian President Hopes for Quick Sale of Russian-Controlled Oil Firm
The Serbian President expresses hope for the quick sale of an oil firm based in Pancevo refinery which controls around 80% of fuel supply needs in Serbia. The current situation is complicated due to U...
Gibson Wealth Advisors LLC Has $2.43 Million Stock Position in Exxon Mobil Corporation $XOM
Gibson Wealth Advisors LLC decreased its holdings in Exxon Mobil by 31.7% during the third quarter, selling 10,030 shares and retaining a total of 21,564 shares....
Board of the Pension Protection Fund Invests $986,000 in Halliburton Company $HAL
The Pension Protection Fund purchased 40,100 shares of Halliburton Company stock worth approximately $986,000 during the third quarter. This investment was reported to the SEC through a 13F filing....
America First at Sea
An article discusses how a significant number of oil tankers operate largely unchecked on the seas today....
US Oil Companies to Invest Billions for Venezuelan Crude Output
President Donald Trump has stated that US oil companies will be willing to invest billions of dollars required to restore and increase crude oil output in Venezuela. The move aims at strengthening eco...
Paradiem LLC Acquires 5,994 Shares of Chevron Corporation $CVX
Paradiem LLC increased its stake in Chevron Corp by purchasing an additional 5,994 shares during the third quarter, totaling 7,433 shares. This represents a significant increase of 416.5%, as reported...
Quotient Wealth Partners LLC Sells 4,659 Shares of Exxon Mobil Corporation $XOM
Quotient Wealth Partners LLC reduced its holdings in Exxon Mobil Corporation by selling 4,659 shares during the third quarter, resulting in ownership of 625,479 shares....