Valor | Energy Connection – Dec. 16, 2024

December 16, 2024 Edition

At Valor, our goal is to keep you informed of the latest news and updates from the oil and gas industry. We are committed to sharing the insights and knowledge that our team gathers to help you stay ahead in this dynamic sector. From mergers and acquisitions to regulatory changes and technological advancements, we cover all the key developments that impact the industry. Stay tuned for weekly updates to keep you well-informed.

• Oil Sags on Soft Chinese Spending, Investor Pause Before US Fed Rate Move
• Summary: Oil prices slipped 0.8% on Monday, with Brent at $73.91 and WTI at $70.71, as weak Chinese consumer spending, profit-taking, and anticipation of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision outweighed last week’s supply-tightening expectations.
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1. Trump Set to Reverse Biden’s EV Support and Tailpipe Emissions Rules
2. Summary: The Trump Administration plans to overhaul U.S. electric vehicle policy by eliminating EV tax incentives, rolling back emission and fuel economy standards, reallocating EV infrastructure funds to battery mineral processing, and imposing global tariffs on battery materials to boost domestic production.
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1. Oil, Gas Groups Issue ‘Urgent Call’ to House Speaker
2. Summary: A coalition of oil and gas trade associations, representing over 80% of U.S. domestic production, is urging Congress to pass the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024 to streamline the lengthy permitting process, boost energy security, and unlock billions in infrastructure investments before the current session ends.
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1. How AI Energy Demand in 2025 Will Put Natural Gas in the Spotlight
2. Summary: Natural gas prices are down 13% this year due to mild winters and oversupply, but optimism for 2025 is fueled by rising LNG exports, increased power demand from AI data centers, and regulatory rollbacks expected to boost profitability and infrastructure growth.
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• Natural Gas Drilling Rig Count Reaches July Highs
• Summary: U.S. drilling activity remains steady with 589 rigs, down 5% from last year, including 482 crude rigs (down 19), 103 natural gas rigs (down 16 but up 1 week-over-week), and the Permian Basin holding at 304 rigs, down six year-over-year.
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• California Gas Prices: The State Makes More Money Than Refiners
• Summary: California’s SB-1322 law, aimed at increasing transparency in gasoline pricing, reveals that refiners’ gross profit margins are minimal, with high gas prices being primarily driven by taxes, fees, and strict fuel regulations rather than excessive profits from oil companies.
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