Here’s a roundup of the latest E&P headlines, including Chevron starting production from a platform in the Gulf of Mexico and several new products for pipelines.

KeyBanc analysts expect an “imminent” Diamondback Energy dropdown to Viper Energy and at least a couple of $500 million deals by public mineral and royalty companies in 2025, with Sitio Royalties a likely acquirer.

Venture Global is expected to pitch its IPO to investors by Jan. 17 to rival the largest energy IPOs on record.

Stratas Advisors expect that there is some room for oil prices to move higher this week, but the price of Brent crude oil will struggle to breakthrough $82.50.

Widespread consolidation has reshaped the list of top public producers, says Enverus CEO Manuj Nikhanj.