Frac Spread: Prices Falling And They’re Not Done
Natural gas, ethane and propane struggle with too much output and more to come.
January 16, 2020
Frac Spread: Iran Crisis Vs. China Talks—A Good Trade
Oil prices retreat after the Middle East tensions eased, but stronger fundamentals could emerge if trade initiatives succeed.
January 9, 2020
Trump Proposal Would Speed Big Energy Projects
The regulatory changes to NEPA would streamline the federal permitting approval process for major projects but critics lambast the retreat from climate change requirements.
January 9, 2020
Frac Spread: Yes, Virginia, There Is A Price Slump
Last week’s dip was slight, but NGL haunted by ghost of December prices past.
December 19, 2019
Why Shell Headed For The Hills To Position Its Petchem Plant
Not only will the ethane cracker be supplied by the Marcellus and Utica shales, but the customers for its polyethylene are within a 700-mile radius.
December 18, 2019
Marcellus–Utica Midstream, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Natural Gas liquids (NGL), Natural Gas, Frac Spread, Storage
Frac Spread: If Winter Gas Price Goes Up, It Won’t Last Long
High inventory will keep prices stable, says Greg Haas of Stratas Advisors; NGL prices struggle in the past week.
December 12, 2019
Analyst: Peak Oil Demand Is Just 5 Years Away
DNV GL attributes the forecast to the rapid electrification of the global transport sector.
November 25, 2019
Frac Spread: Winter Demand For Butane Bolsters NGL ‘Barrel’
Exports are also strong as normal butane chips away at the spread with isobutane.
November 21, 2019
Senators Quiz DOE Nominee On Ukraine, Arctic, Infrastructure
Brouilette is seeking confirmation to replace Perry as energy secretary.
November 15, 2019
Frac Spread: Midwest Propane Price Responds To Cold, Crops
Conway’s price draws almost even to Mont Belvieu as demand for home heating competes with grain drying.
November 14, 2019