Day: February 13, 2026

Europe’s Pending Energy Implosion

Energy News Beat Europe stands at a crossroads in its energy landscape, grappling with soaring electricity costs, ambitious net-zero targets, and the harsh realities of deindustrialization. Once the cradle of the Industrial Revolution, the continent now faces an energy crisis that threatens to undermine its economic foundations. High energy prices, driven by volatile fossil fuel […]

Oil and Gas Rig Count is Steady with Oil Rigs Down Three, Gas Rigs Up Three

Energy News Beat In the latest weekly update from Baker Hughes, the U.S. oil and gas rig count remained unchanged at 551 for the week ending February 13, 2026. This stability comes after three consecutive weeks of increases, with the total now sitting 37 rigs—or about 6%—below the level from the same period last year. […]

The EPA Repeal of the Obama-Era Endangerment Finding Will Save U.S. Consumers Over $2,400 per Car

Energy News Beat In a landmark move that promises to reshape the American automotive landscape, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump’s administration repealed the Obama-era 2009 endangerment finding on February 12, 2026. This decision, hailed as the single largest deregulatory action in U.S. history, eliminates federal regulations on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions […]

Investors Look for Options as the 21% Lift in Oil Stocks Signals a Potential Bull Run

Energy News Beat The energy sector has been buzzing with optimism lately, as oil stocks have surged by approximately 21% over recent months amid stabilizing crude prices, geopolitical tensions, and renewed demand forecasts. This rally, driven by factors like OPEC+ production adjustments and global economic recovery signals, has investors eyeing opportunities in both public and […]

Is the End Of the Ukraine War At Hand?, President Trump signs an End of the Obama War on Energy, and Secretary Wright’s Trip to Venezuela

Energy News Beat What a day on the Energy News Beat News Desk! In this Energy News Beat Stand-Up, we had a wild day on the News Desk! We cover some huge stories, and any one of them would be a great single podcast, but we have 8 stories and stocks that Stu reviews on […]