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Viper Energy finalizes the acquisition of Sitio Royalties to strengthen its production

Viper Energy, a subsidiary of Diamondback Energy, has completed the acquisition of Sitio Royalties and is raising its production forecast for the third quarter of 2025.

Global Petrochemical Investments Projected to Reach USD 956 Billion by 2032

Driven by rising industrial demand and emerging capacities in Asia, the global petrochemicals market is expected to see sustained expansion despite regulatory pressures and raw material cost challenges.

Occidental and Algeria Launch Two Studies to Assess New Oil and Gas Fields

Alnaft and Occidental Petroleum signed two agreements to assess the oil and gas potential of southern Algerian zones, amid rising budgetary pressure and a search for energy stability.
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U.S. Tariffs: India Increases Brazilian Crude Imports by 80% in 2025

Indian imports of Brazilian crude reach 72,000 barrels per day in the first half of 2025, driven by U.S. sanctions, and are expected to grow with new contracts and upstream projects between Petrobras and Indian refiners.

Russian Oil Deliveries to Hungary and Slovakia Suspended After Strike

Oil flows to Hungary and Slovakia via the Russian Druzhba pipeline have been halted, following an attack Budapest attributes to repeated Ukrainian strikes.

Resumption of drilling at Sèmè field: Benin restarts its oil production

After twenty-seven years of inactivity, the offshore Sèmè field sees operations restart under the direction of Akrake Petroleum, with production targeted by the end of 2025.
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China: Refineries Increase Output but Maintain Crude Oil Surplus

In July, China maintained a crude oil surplus of 530,000 barrels per day despite high refining activity, confirming a stockpiling strategy amid fluctuating global prices.

Petrobras negotiates to increase capacity of three FPSOs in Brazil

Petrobras is holding talks with SBM Offshore and Modec to raise output from three strategic FPSOs, two already at full capacity, to capture more value from the high-potential pre-salt fields.

Obsidian Energy Repurchases $1.4 Million in Unsecured Bond Debt

The Canadian company finalized a partial repurchase of its high-yield bonds, well below the initially proposed amount of $48.4 million.
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SNF acquires Obsidian Chemical Solutions and strengthens its foothold in the Permian Basin

SNF acquires Obsidian Chemical Solutions, a Texas-based SME specialized in chemical solutions for well completion. Transaction amount and conditions undisclosed, but the acquisition comes in a growing North American market.

U.S. Court Halts Transfer of 51% of YPF Shares to Creditors

A New York appeals court has temporarily frozen the enforcement of a ruling ordering Argentina to transfer 51% of YPF’s capital, pending review of the appeal filed by Buenos Aires.

Putin Signs Decree Paving the Way for Exxon’s Return to Sakhalin-1

A new Russian presidential decree could allow Exxon Mobil to reclaim its stake in Sakhalin-1, under strict conditions tied to Western sanctions and equipment logistics.
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South African court blocks TotalEnergies oil project off Cape coast

The South African judiciary has revoked TotalEnergies’ authorization to explore a 10,000 km² offshore block, forcing the group into a new procedure that includes a public consultation.

An Elliott affiliate raises bid to $8.82bn for Citgo’s parent company

Amber Energy, an affiliate of hedge fund Elliott Investment Management, submitted an $8.82bn offer for PDV Holding, intensifying competition in the court-supervised sale process in Delaware.

OPEC Revises Global Oil Forecasts for 2026 to 106.5 Million b/d

OPEC's August report reveals Russian production above quotas and commercial dominance in Asia, while Kazakhstan massively exceeds its reduction commitments.
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Russian Shadow Fleet Disrupts Global Oil Balance in Asia

Hundreds of aging tankers transport Russian oil to Asia, circumventing Western sanctions while creating major environmental risks and transforming global trade flows.

EIA forecasts Brent crude below $60 by late 2025, around $50 through 2026

The U.S. Energy Information Administration expects a sharp drop in oil prices, driven by excess supply and an early easing of OPEC+ production cuts.

Dangote secures $4 billion syndicated refinancing led by Afreximbank

Afreximbank leads a syndicated financing for the Dangote refinery, including $1.35 billion of its own contribution, to ease debt and stabilise operations at the Nigerian oil complex.
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ADNOC L&S Defies Maritime Turbulence with Record Second Quarter Results

The Emirati logistics giant posts 40% revenue growth despite depressed maritime freight rates, driven by Navig8 integration and strategic fleet expansion.

International Petroleum buys back 98,900 shares under its 2025 programme

International Petroleum Corporation repurchased 98,900 common shares between August 4 and 8, 2025, as part of its ongoing share buyback programme.