Key Takeaways Petrobras signed a $84M four-year contract with Solstad Offshore for the Normand Turquesa vessel. The AHTS vessel will support PBR's offshore operations from 2026 to 2030, with a nine-month interim extension. PBR aims to boost logistical strength and deepwater performance in Brazil's pre-salt exploration fields.Petrobras (PBR) , Brazil’s state-controlled energy giant, has signed a new $84 million agreement with Solstad Offshore, a leading offshore service provider in Norway, for the continue ...

Exxon Mobil signaled on Monday that lower oil and gas prices could cut its second-quarter earnings by about $1.5 billion from the previous quarter’s level.The earnings snapshot from the largest US oil producer is closely watched for clues on how the broader oil sector will fare when companies begin releasing quarterly results in a few weeks.Benchmark Brent crude prices averaged $66.71 per barrel during the April to June quarter, an 11% decline from the previous quarter, as more crude supply from the OPEC+ g ...

CALGARY, Alberta, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parex Resources Inc. (“Parex” or the “Company”) (TSX: PXT) announces a production update and plan to release its Q2 2025 financial and operating results on July 30, 2025. Q2 2025 Production Update(1)(2) Estimated Q2 2025 average production was 42,550 boe/d.June 2025 average production was approximately 43,950 boe/d; production growth was supported by previously disclosed positive exploration results and the successful startup of the first follow-up horizon ...

Summary of Murphy Oil (MUR) 2025 Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Murphy Oil Corporation (MUR) - **CEO**: Eric Hambly, who has been with the company for approximately 20 years and took over as CEO in January 2025 [2][3] Key Industry Insights - **Exploration and Development**: Murphy Oil has a strong focus on both onshore and offshore operations, with significant international exploration capabilities. The company has a large inventory of shale locations and is actively pursuing exploration and appraisal programs, particularly in Vietnam [4][5] - **Vietnam Projects**: The company announced a world-class discovery in Vietnam shortly after Hambly became CEO, indicating a promising future in the region [2][5] Financial Highlights - **Capital Expenditure**: For 2025, Murphy Oil has earmarked a capital budget of approximately $1.2 billion, with 85% allocated for development activities. The company aims to maintain a capital program between $1.1 billion and $1.3 billion in typical years [10][11] - **Oil Price Sensitivity**: The company can comfortably cover its dividend and capital program with oil prices in the $60 range. However, if prices fall to $55 per barrel for an extended period, adjustments to the capital program may be necessary to protect the balance sheet [10][11] Operational Updates - **Gulf of America**: Murphy Oil is actively working on several wells in the Gulf of America, including new development wells and workovers. The company plans to drill two exploration wells in the third quarter of 2025 [14][15] - **St. Malo Waterflood Project**: The project is expected to contribute to production levels over time, with water injection already underway [17][18] - **Chinook Field**: The company purchased an FPSO for over $100 million, which will enhance the economics of the Chinook development project. A new development well is planned for 2026, with potential production rates of up to 15,000 barrels per day [26][28] Exploration Opportunities - **Hai Su Long Discovery**: The discovery well flowed at 10,000 barrels per day, with an estimated resource of 170 million barrels of oil equivalent. An appraisal well is planned to further assess the structure [46][48] - **Pink Camel Field**: Estimated resources of 30 million to 60 million barrels of oil equivalent, with plans for development tied back to existing infrastructure [51][53] - **Cote D'Ivoire Exploration**: Murphy Oil plans to start a three-well drilling program in Cote D'Ivoire, targeting significant resource potential with a mean estimate of over 400 million barrels [58][60] Cost Management - **Cost Structure**: The company has already streamlined its cost structure significantly since 2020, reducing general and administrative expenses from $243 million in 2019 to approximately $110 million in recent years [7][8] - **Offshore Costs**: While some costs are stable, there are increases in tubular goods and major subsea projects, with cost increases of 30% to 50% noted for subsea projects compared to previous years [36][38] Strategic Outlook - **Long-term Vision**: Murphy Oil aims to differentiate itself from peers through its exploration capabilities and strategic investments in high-potential regions like Vietnam and Cote D'Ivoire. The company is optimistic about its future growth and exploration success [4][5][62] Conclusion - **Overall Sentiment**: The company is confident in its operational performance and strategic direction, with a focus on maintaining a strong balance sheet while pursuing growth opportunities in both existing and new markets [71]

Key Takeaways BP plc (BP) , the British oil and gas giant, has reached a milestone for its Greater Tortue Ahmeyim ("GTA") project with the beginning of commercial operations by Golar LNG's floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) unit. The GTA project is operated by BP with a 56% working interest. Other partners in this project are Kosmos Energy, Petrosen, and SMH, holding 27%, 10%, and 7% interest, respectively. Gimi FLNG Reaches Commercial Operations Date BP's Zacks Rank & Key Picks BP currently carries a Za ...

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Commodities Oil Drilling Report Lifting 2026 supply growth forecast amid reported surge in hedging activity Table 1: Baker Hughes rig count Total rigs by basin | | Anadarko | Bakken | Eagle Ford | Niobrara | Permian | Total Oil | Haynesville Marcellus/ | | Total Gas | Total US | Total US | Total US | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | | Basins | | Utica | Basins | Oil Rigs | Gas Rigs | Rigs | | 20-Jun-25 | 47 | 31 | 50 | 25 | 271 | 424 | 39 | 35 | 74 ...

Oil's up about 4%, natural gas is up just over 1%. So again, the moves they are probably thankfully not huge, but this could keep oil and gas stocks hot. Morgan, as you guys have talked about in overtime and more, oil and gas stocks, they have moved higher over the past month. One thing is clear, the price of oil determines the path of stocks. You can hate it, you can be annoyed by that, but it is the reality. As the price of oil goes up, oil stocks tend to go up. As the price of oil goes down, price of oil ...

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Key Takeaways PBR awards Prosafe a $204M deal for the Safe Notos flotel to support offshore operations. The Safe Notos will provide offshore safety and maintenance services in harsh sea environment. The contract extends through 2030, reinforcing Petrobras' commitment to safety and maintenance.Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR) confirmed the award of a four-year contract to Prosafe for the deployment of the Safe Notos, a dynamically positioned semi-submersible flotel. This move follows Petrobras’ M ...