Day: March 9, 2026

Trump Sends the Signal the Iran War Could be over Soon – and the Oil markets respond.

Energy News Beat In a surprising turn of events amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, President Donald Trump has indicated that the ongoing war with Iran may conclude imminently. Speaking to CBS News on March 9, 2026, Trump described the military operation as “very complete” and suggested that hostilities could wrap up soon. […]

EU Buys 100% of Russian Arctic LNG Just 9 Months Before Planned Gas Ban

Energy News Beat In a stark display of policy versus practice, European Union buyers snapped up every single cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia’s Yamal LNG project in February 2026—the first time since April 2018 that all shipments headed straight to EU ports. This comes as the bloc ramps up rhetoric about energy […]

Why US Oil and Gas Exploration Companies Make the US Insulated from Energy Volatility

Energy News Beat In an era of geopolitical tensions, fluctuating global demand, and supply disruptions, the United States has emerged as a beacon of energy stability. This resilience stems largely from the robust domestic oil and gas sector, particularly exploration and production (E&P) companies. Over the past decade, these firms—along with oilfield service providers—have demonstrated […]

Oil Over $100: How Long Will It Last, and What’s in Transit?

Energy News Beat As oil prices surge past $100 per barrel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the conflict involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, the global energy market is facing unprecedented volatility. Brent crude briefly topped $110 in early March 2026, marking the first time in nearly four years […]