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Pemex Reports Lower 1Q Production, Net Income
Mexico’s Pemex reported both lower oil and gas production and a 91% drop in net income in first-quarter 2024, but the company also reduced its total debt to $101.5 billion, executives said during an earnings webcast with analysts.
Repsol Plans to Double Oil Production in Venezuela
Spain’s Repsol plans to double its oil production in Venezuela and continue with its diluent swap agreements with the OPEC country as approved by the U.S. government.
Trio Petroleum to Increase Monterey County Oil Production
Trio Petroleum’s HH-1 well in McCool Ranch and the HV-3A well in the Presidents Field collectively produce about 75 bbl/d.
CERAWeek: Tecpetrol CEO Touts Argentina Conventional, Unconventional Potential
Tecpetrol CEO Ricardo Markous touted Argentina’s conventional and unconventional potential saying the country’s oil production would nearly double by 2030 while LNG exports would likely evolve over three phases.
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.