Petrobras Eyes Capex of $102B Under New Strategic Plan

Petrobras plans to invest $102 billion between 2024-2028 under its new strategic plan, up 31% compared to their 2023-2027 plan, aiming to achieve production of 3.2 MMboe/d by the end of the five-year timeframe.

Commentary: LatAm Outlook 2024—Top Five Economies to Watch and Why

In 2024, energy investors interested in Latin America will likely find the most attractive opportunities linked to developments in Argentina, Brazil, Guyana, Mexico and Venezuela. That’s if they can hold their nerves amid ongoing uncertainties mainly tied to politics in many of the countries.

APA Corp. Focused on Shareholder Value, Adds Sixth Permian Rig

Amid an all-stock buying bonanza in recent weeks spurred on by Exxon Mobil and Chevron to snatch up shale and international assets, APA remains focused on creating value.

Venezuela’s VP Says Guyana Follows Exxon Mobil Script to Rob Resources

Venezuela’s Vice President Delcy Rodríguez accused Guyana’s president Mohamed Irfaan Ali of following mandates from Exxon Mobil Corp. and the U.S. Southern Command regarding the small English-speaking country’s claims to the disputed Essequibo territory located between the two South American countries.

Analysis: How Chevron’s Hess Deal Boosts LatAm Position

Chevron’s recent $53 billion all-stock deal to acquire Hess Corp. will boost the company’s portfolio in Latin America, a former Chevron executive told Hart Energy.

Petrobras Reports Rise in Q3 Production

Petrobras reported a near double digit rise in combined production in the third quarter 2023 to 2.88 MMboe/d, owing to better operating performance, new wells and the ramp-up of various offshore platforms.

TotalEnergies Eyes New South America, Africa Cash Flow Potential

TotalEnergies SE CEO Patrick Pouyanné believes recent exploration successes in South America and Africa hold potential to boost the French company’s production and cash flow.

Hess’ Bakken Production Nearing Peak of 200,000 boe/d

Hess Corp.’s combined oil, gas and NGL production from onshore Bakken in this year’s third quarter is close to reaching its peak of 200,000 boe/d.

Chevron-Hess Deal Creates American “Dream Team” Offshore Guyana, Surprises Analysts

Chevron’s $53 billion all-stock deal for Hess Corp. will see the California oil giant team up with its Texas counterpart Exxon Mobil to create an American “dream team” in Guyana’s offshore Stabroek Block where production has been rising exponentially each year.

Guyana’s Local Content Act Yet to Negatively Impact IOCs

The Guyanese government anticipates its petroleum sector will need at least 150,000 skilled laborers over the next two to five years to meet this demand.