How You Are Affected by the War
The ongoing war in the Middle East is causing uncertainty and potential cost increases for Norwegians, affecting oil prices, travel, and investments.
What is the cost of Iran's loss to Russia? Billions of dollars are at stake
Russia is concerned that instability in Iran could threaten its billions of investments, despite the short-term benefits from rising oil prices.
Oil Fund Manager Nicolai Tangen Earned 7.6 Million NOK Last Year
Nicolai Tangen, the manager of Norway's Oil Fund, earned 7.6 million NOK in 2025, a slight increase from the previous year, but still less than his peers heading equity investments.
Washington warned Kiev after strikes on Russian port hit US-linked oil infrastructure – envoy
The US government has issued a formal warning to Ukraine following drone strikes that impacted a Russian port linked to American oil investments.
Sonatrach plans extensive investments in oil and gas exploration
Sonatrach is planning significant investments in oil and gas exploration from 2026 to 2030 to enhance Algeria's reserves.
The Government extends the RIGI for one year and expands its scope: favors the arrival of two major oil companies to Vaca Muerta
The Argentine government has extended the RIGI program for another year, encouraging significant investment from major oil companies to the Vaca Muerta region.
Just before departing, Buffett gives a vote of confidence to traditional media, oil, and... pizza
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway returns to traditional media investments, signaling renewed confidence in the sector and notable increases in holdings in Domino's Pizza and Chevron.
Orlen summarizes the first year of strategy implementation
Orlen, a Polish oil and gas company, summarizes the first year of its 2035 strategy implementation, focusing on gas acquisition and renewable energy investments.
Papastavrou: What Greece Will Gain from the Agreement with Chevron
Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, discusses the new agreement with Chevron and Helleniq Energy for oil and gas exploration in Crete and Peloponnese, emphasizing Greece's assertion of its sovereign rights.
The United States Secretary of Energy announces million-dollar investments in Venezuelan oil
The U.S. Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, has announced over $100 million in investments to modernize Chevron's oil operations in Venezuela.
Venezuelan oil, the topic of conversation that Russia will have with the U.S.
The Kremlin announced plans to contact the White House regarding the U.S. ban on Venezuela exporting oil to Russia, citing concerns over Russian investments in the region.
Russia: Moscow sees itself discriminated by the USA in Venezuela
The Russian government has sharply criticized new US restrictions on oil dealings in Venezuela, claiming it discriminates against their investments.
Paradigm shift: Comodoro Rivadavia, from the capital of oil to a city overshadowed by the Vaca Muerta boom
Comodoro Rivadavia, once the oil capital of Argentina, faces economic decline as investments shift toward Neuquén's Vaca Muerta region.
Saudi-American Alliance to Enter the Oil and Gas Sector in Syria
A Saudi-American alliance is set to explore and produce oil and gas in northeastern Syria, reflecting a surge in foreign investments in the country's energy sector following significant political and economic changes.
Egypt has called on international oil companies to double their production by 2030
Egypt has instructed international oil companies to double their production by 2030, with a focus on revising existing contracts to encourage new investments.
Shell inaugurated an oil plant in Vaca Muerta and plans investments of US$ 700 million
Shell has inaugurated a new oil and gas processing system in Argentina's Vaca Muerta, confirming substantial investments amid speculation about asset sales.
Argentine oil companies fill the void left by foreign giants
Argentine oil companies have stepped in to dominate the nation’s oil and gas production as foreign giants scale back their investments.
Nigeria secures $18.2bn oil investments, 28 field plans
Nigeria has signed 28 new field development plans worth $18.2 billion, expected to produce 1.4 billion barrels of oil, as announced by Minister Heineken Lokpobiri at the Nigeria International Energy Summit 2026.
African Energy Bank unveils $10bn project for Nigeria, Angola, Libya
The African Energy Bank has announced a $10 billion initiative to support energy projects in Nigeria, Angola, and Libya, as part of increased investments in the continent's oil and gas sector.
A month after Maduro abduction, Venezuela moves to reassure China its investments are safe
Venezuela's ambassador to China, Remigio Ceballos, reassures that the partnership between both nations remains strong and unaffected by external pressures, amidst concerns regarding oil pricing set by the US.
Nigeria delivers fully furnished Africa Energy Bank
Nigeria has formally handed over the fully furnished headquarters of the Africa Energy Bank in Abuja to support sustainable financing for oil and gas investments across Africa.
Ghana: After years of chaos, will the oil sector experience a second wind?
Ghana's only public oil refinery resumed operations in December 2025 after a four-year hiatus, supported by over three billion dollars in promised investments in exploration and drilling.
Nigeria hands over Africa Energy Bank HQ, backs June take-off
Nigeria has officially handed over the headquarters of the Africa Energy Bank to the Association of African Petroleum Producing Countries to facilitate sustainable oil and gas investments in Africa.
‘There will be a very important agreement’: Trump, China, and India make deals with Venezuela's oil
President Donald Trump welcomed investments from China and India in Venezuela's oil industry, stating significant agreements are being made.
Venezuela: Lightness, sulfur content, acidity... Why are not all oils equal?
The article discusses the varying qualities of oil and highlights that Venezuela possesses the largest proven oil reserves, encouraging investment from oil companies.
Trump's Coup Against Maduro: What Russia Loses in Venezuela
The article discusses how Russia has supported the Venezuelan regime with loans and investments in the oil industry over the years, and highlights the loss of its key ally Nicolás Maduro amid Trump's efforts to destabilize the Venezuelan government.
Rodriguez announced reforms: New foreign investments in the energy sector will be enabled
Interim President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez, introduced a legislative initiative aimed at strengthening the oil industry by allowing new foreign investments in the energy sector.
Venezuela seeks investments in oil. Revenues promised to be directed to healthcare
Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodriguez has proposed legislative reforms to attract foreign investments in the oil sector, with a commitment to directing revenues towards healthcare initiatives.
Venezuela's president who replaced Maduro: There is no need to fear diplomacy with the US
Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, urged parliament members to approve reforms in the oil industry aimed at attracting more foreign investments during her first state of the nation address following Nicolas Maduro's capture by the US.
Yemen seeks to attract international investments in the rare minerals sector
Yemen is participating in the fifth International Mining Conference in Riyadh to attract international investments in its rare minerals sector, represented by a delegation led by the Minister of Oil and Minerals.
Trump dissatisfied with comments from oil executive and wants to exclude him
Donald Trump is inclined to exclude ExxonMobil from operations in Venezuela after the company's CEO expressed doubts about the profitability of investments in the country post-Nicolás Maduro.
Overcapacity: The Big Problem of Oil Stocks
Exxon Mobil's CEO Darren Woods challenges Trump's views on oil investments in Venezuela, citing legal and economic barriers that make such investments currently unviable.
Exxon Chief: Venezuela is Unfavorable for Investments. Trump: I Don't Like That Response
U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that he might block ExxonMobil's investments in Venezuela after the company's CEO described the country as unfavorable for investment during a White House meeting.
Conditions not met for oil firms to invest in Venezuela, expert says
An expert argues that the current conditions in Venezuela are insufficient for oil firms to make investments.
"How quickly can you get in?" - the illusion of the rapid oil revolution
Donald Trump pressures major oil companies at the White House for massive investments in Venezuela, but the attending executives are cautious due to the complex and unpredictable history of the oil business.
The largest Spanish oil company wants to invest in Venezuela
The Spanish oil and gas company Repsol expressed its intention to increase investments and triple its production in Venezuela during a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump wants oil giants to invest billions in Venezuela. Exxon CEO: It makes no sense
President Trump has urged the oil industry to invest at least $100 billion in Venezuela, but executives express skepticism about the viability of such investments due to the country's current state.
Trump ready for oil business in Venezuela. How much oil is waiting for American corporations?
The article discusses President Donald Trump's expectations for American oil companies regarding their potential activities in Venezuela, the concerns and conditions these companies have before re-entering the Venezuelan market, and the discussions held about investment risks and guarantees.
"They have absolute security" - Trump calls on oil companies to invest in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump urged top oil executives at a meeting to invest in Venezuela, emphasizing the security of such investments.
"They have absolute security" - Trump calls on oil companies to invest in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump urged oil companies to invest in Venezuela during a meeting with top executives, emphasizing the stability and security of such investments.
Trump meets with oil company executives to secure $100 billion as US forces seize another oil tanker
US President Donald Trump aims to secure $100 billion in investments from oil executives to exploit Venezuela's oil reserves, amidst ongoing seizures of oil tankers by US forces.
Big Oil says yes to Trump, will invest 100 billion in Venezuela. Descalzi: “Eni also ready to join”
Donald Trump engages global oil majors at the White House to invest at least $100 billion to revitalize the sector in Venezuela, with Eni's CEO expressing readiness to participate.
Trump and oil giants negotiate investments in Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump met with executives from over ten oil companies to discuss investment plans in Venezuela, shortly after the U.S. deposed President Nicolás Maduro.
Trump secures support from major oil companies for a $100 billion plan in Venezuela in exchange for security: 'They will recover their investments'
Donald Trump and global oil leaders at a White House summit outlined the next steps for the 'Venezuela operation' aimed at reviving the country's oil industry under U.S. control.
Weaker global demand and investments worth tens of billions. Trump's dream of Venezuelan oil has several hooks
Donald Trump's recent remarks about accessing Venezuela's oil supply, following the capture of dictator Nicolás Maduro, highlight his enthusiasm for American oil companies investing billions into the country's oil infrastructure despite several unknown challenges.
Oil extraction in Norway may decrease
The article discusses forecasts for oil and gas extraction on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, future investments in the sector, Norway's significance for Europe's energy security, and plans by Orlen regarding gas extraction in Norway.
Trump: We planned a second wave of attacks on Venezuela, I canceled it
President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a previously expected second wave of attacks on Venezuela, citing successful cooperation between the two countries and potential investments from major oil companies.
What do we know about Venezuelan Merey Oil? And why is it different from others?
Venezuela, despite having the largest estimated oil reserves in the world, struggles with low production due to strict US sanctions, lack of investments, and absence of modern technology in the energy sector.
Oil 'obtained' thanks to US intervention may hurt Putin. Experts say how it is different
The US intervention aimed at dismantling the drug empire led by Nicolás Maduro is transforming into a clear battle over Venezuelan oil, with American oil giants poised to make significant investments in the region, which experts suggest may also impact Russia.
High Investments: How Expensive Venezuelan Oil Will Be for Americans
Venezuela's reliance on Chinese investments and Russian naphtha for oil exports could lead to high costs for the U.S. as it seeks to regain access to Venezuelan oil reserves, affecting the global oil market.