Chevron Is Doubling Venezuela Production. ExxonMobil Says It's Not in a Rush. Who's Right?

Chevron plans to invest over $7 billion in Venezuela to potentially double oil production to 600,000 barrels per day, leveraging existing infrastructure and low production costs below $20/barrel. ExxonMobil remains cautious, having had assets seized twice previously, and prefers to invest in lower-risk markets like Guyana and the Permian Basin. The article argues ExxonMobil's conservative approach is more prudent given Venezuela's political uncertainty, uncertain long-term oil demand projections, and lack of strong legal protections.

11/10/2026, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Time to Cash Out? 4 Energy Stocks I'd Sell Before It's Too Late

The article recommends selling pure-play energy producer stocks (Devon Energy, Diamondback Energy, EOG Resources, and Permian Resources) while energy prices remain elevated due to Middle East geopolitical tensions. The author argues that commodity price volatility is the primary driver of these stocks' performance, and prices will eventually fall when the conflict resolves. He suggests shifting to diversified energy companies or pipeline stocks like Enbridge and Enterprise Products Partners to reduce commodity risk exposure.

11/05/2026, 10:15 PM • The Motley Fool

VALLOUREC : Information mensuelle relative au nombre total de droits de vote et d'actions composant le capital social

Vallourec, a world leader in premium seamless tubular solutions, has been awarded a major contract by TotalEnergies for the Absheron gas field development in Azerbaijan. The company also showcased its VAM® portfolio and extended CleanWell® offer at ADIPEC 2026.

10/26/2026, 1:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

3 Energy Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade, Starting With ExxonMobil

The article recommends three energy stocks for long-term buy-and-hold investors: ExxonMobil for its scale and dividend stability, TotalEnergies for its early pivot toward clean energy, and Enterprise Products Partners for income-focused investors seeking to avoid commodity price volatility. All three are positioned to navigate the energy sector's transition toward cleaner power sources.

10/23/2026, 5:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Powder & Bulk Solids Texas Conference Returns with Focus on AI Integration, Battery Recycling, and Circular Economy Solutions

The Powder & Bulk Solids Texas Conference will convene September 15-16, 2026, in Houston, addressing critical industry challenges including AI integration, sustainable battery recycling, and circular economy solutions. The event features technical tracks and sessions on lithium-ion battery recycling, plastics circular economy, and engineering ethics, targeting professionals from major petrochemical operators in Texas's Golden Triangle.

09/14/2026, 3:47 PM • GlobeNewswire

The Strait of Hormuz Conflict Just Escalated Again. Here's What It Means for Shell.

The U.S. resumed military strikes on Iran over the weekend, causing oil prices to jump 2% above $90/barrel. While higher oil prices typically boost oil majors' stock prices, Shell has underperformed peers due to its damaged Pearl GTL plant in Qatar. The stock price boost from oil price increases has historically been temporary, with the S&P 500 outperforming all oil majors since the conflict began.

08/31/2026, 4:32 PM • The Motley Fool

Why Shell and the Other Oil Majors Aren't Price Gouging

Oil majors Shell, ExxonMobil, and Chevron are facing accusations of price gouging from politicians amid elevated energy prices and strong profits. However, the article argues these companies don't control oil prices—the market does. Oil and gasoline are commodities, and energy companies' profits naturally rise and fall with market prices. The article recommends investing in integrated energy majors for portfolio diversification and attractive dividend yields.

08/22/2026, 10:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Iraq Wants to More Than Double Its Oil Output in Six Years. Here's What It Means for Chevron.

Iraq aims to increase oil production to 8-10 million barrels per day within six years, more than doubling pre-war levels. Chevron signed memorandums of understanding to operate two major Iraqi oil fields—West Qurna 2 and Nassiriya—positioning it to play a crucial role in Iraq's expansion plans. While this presents significant long-term growth opportunities, it also exposes Chevron to geopolitical risks, particularly dependence on the Strait of Hormuz for exports.

08/21/2026, 11:30 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Ultra-High-Yield Energy Stocks to Hold Forever

The article recommends three energy stocks offering yields of 4.8-5%, significantly higher than the S&P 500's 1% yield. Enbridge provides midstream pipeline exposure with clean energy diversification, TotalEnergies offers integrated energy production with clean energy investments, and Brookfield Renewable Partners focuses on clean energy assets. The author advocates for an all-of-the-above energy strategy combining traditional and renewable energy exposure.

08/02/2026, 10:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Generative AI in Oil & Gas Market to Surge: CAGR of 16.9% Expected by 2030

The generative AI in oil and gas market is projected to grow from $0.53 billion in 2025 to $1.15 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 16.9%. Key growth drivers include cloud-based AI solutions for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and drilling optimization. Major players like Saudi Aramco and Shell are leading adoption, while tariffs are spurring local AI development. North America holds the largest regional market share.

07/10/2026, 5:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

Permutable joins TotalEnergiesOn accelerator to test real-time energy intelligence

Permutable, a London-based market intelligence company, has been selected for Batch #7 of TotalEnergies' accelerator program. Over six months, Permutable will work with TotalEnergies teams to develop real-time intelligence solutions for power and renewables markets, helping decision-makers detect early market signals and risks before they appear in conventional market data.

07/07/2026, 10:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Tenaris inaugura un nuevo centro de servicio en Surinam para apoyar el proyecto offshore GranMorgu de TotalEnergies

Tenaris has opened a new service center in Paramaribo, Surinam to support TotalEnergies' GranMorgu offshore project, the country's first major offshore development. The 74,500 m² facility will provide integrated services for casing, tubing, and related offshore operations, utilizing advanced digital technologies and the Rig Direct® service model to enhance supply chain coordination and operational efficiency.

06/30/2026, 3:39 PM • GlobeNewswire

Tenaris inaugurates new service center in Suriname to support TotalEnergies’s GranMorgu offshore project

Tenaris has opened a new service center in Paramaribo, Suriname to support TotalEnergies's GranMorgu offshore project, the country's first major offshore development. The 74,500 m² facility will provide casing, tubing, and related services for offshore operations, featuring advanced logistics capabilities and digital technologies to enhance supply chain efficiency and safety.

06/30/2026, 3:39 PM • GlobeNewswire

AI Integration in Biorefinery Operations to Drive $400M+ in Annual Savings as Industry Pursues Carbon Neutrality Goals

Artificial intelligence is transforming biorefinery operations globally, with companies achieving significant cost reductions and operational improvements. Shell's AI-driven predictive maintenance program delivers $400 million in annual savings while reducing unplanned downtime by 45%. Major players including TotalEnergies, BP, BASF, Chevron, and Cargill are actively integrating AI solutions to optimize feedstock use, improve process efficiency, and accelerate sustainable product development as the industry races to meet carbon neutrality targets by 2050.

06/05/2026, 10:55 AM • GlobeNewswire

Fuel Card Market Size to Hit USD 2480.39 Billion by 2035 | Research by SNS Insider

The global fuel card market, valued at USD 782.73 billion in 2025, is projected to grow to USD 2.48 trillion by 2035 at a 12.27% CAGR. Growth is driven by fleet digitalization, AI-enabled telematics integration, and unified mobility payment platforms. Asia-Pacific leads with 33.88% market share, while commercial vehicles dominate with 48.36% revenue share. Key players include WEX Inc., FLEETCOR Technologies, and major oil companies.

06/01/2026, 2:44 AM • GlobeNewswire