Trump’s defence chief tells Iraq – ‘We’re not here for your oil’
US military chiefs have denied being in Iraq to seize the OPEC nations' oil.
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`In Trump we trust’ is market mantra as ‘chaos’ besets White House
Follow the money: it’s a classic Washington catchphrase.
Trump’s climate stance ‘will not stall global efforts to cut carbon emissions’
Changes to US climate policy under Donald Trump will not stall global efforts to cut carbon emissions, a report by credit agency Moody’s said.
Trump presidency shouldn’t affect us and neither should Brexit, claims BP chief
BP chief executive Bob Dudley claims Donald Trump's presidency shouldn't affect the global energy giant's operations.
US measures have no effect on Iran’s negotiations with int’l firms: Oil official
Fresh US sanctions against OPEC member state Iran have had no effect on talks between the Islamic Republic and international oil companies, it has been claimed.
President Trump puts Iran ‘on notice’ after missile test
President Donald Trump has said his administration has put Iran “on notice”, echoing comments from his top national security adviser that the US will act against Iran unless it stops testing ballistic missiles.
Shell must be at the vanguard of the “unstoppable” energy transition
Shell must be at the vanguard of the “unstoppable” energy transition, its chief executive said today.
Trump revives Keystone XL pipeline prospects but hurdles remain
President Donald Trump may have revived prospects for the controversial Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines, but the path to their completion still contains hurdles.
Trump’s 20% import tax may be good for Canadian oil patch
U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial 20 percent tax on imports from Mexico to pay for a border wall would come as a second gift in less than a week for Canada’s oil patch.
Keystone, Dakota access lines face hurdles despite Trump support
President Donald Trump may have revived prospects for the controversial Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines, but the path to their completion still contains hurdles.
Q&A: Hydrocarbons no longer the ‘enemy’ under Trump presidency
The inauguration of President Donald Trump has led to a few questions being raised on how this will affect the energy industry. We asked Scott Segal, partner at Policy Resolution Group, what his insight is on how this upcoming event will affect the overall performance of the market.
Ed Miliband urges PM to raise climate change agreement at Trump meeting
Theresa May must tell Donald Trump to abide by the terms of the Paris Agreement on climate change when the pair meet later this week, Ed Miliband has said.
Oil industry hopes for more as Trump reverses Obama policies
“My God, this is going to be refreshing," Kelcy Warren, the Texas billionaire behind the controversial Dakota Access pipeline, said days after Donald Trump swept to victory.
Innogy sees no reason to scrap plans to enter US market on Trump election
Innogy said it sees no reason to scrap plans to enter the US onshore wind market.
Trump’s administration draws from energy industry lobby for EPA
US President Donald Trump's administration has drawn heavily from the energy industry lobby to build its team for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Rose Petroleum says Trump presidency gives US “far more favorable” energy outlook
Rose Petroleum today said the election of President Trump has given the US energy sector a "far more favorable" energy outlook.
Trump’s vow to break from OPEC oil imports echoes old refrain
U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to make America independent from OPEC isn’t a new refrain in Washington.
Trump to claim his place in history as he becomes 45th president
Donald Trump will claim a place in US history when he takes the oath to become the 45th president of the United States on Friday.
Perry says he regrets calling for closing energy department
Donald Trump’s choice for Energy secretary apologized for calling for the shuttering of the department he is now being asked to lead, saying he know understands the importance of its role.
Donald Trump could make US world-leader with $25 dollar oil, claims Wall Street analyst
A leading Wall Street investment expert claims that Donald Trump could make the US a world leading "energy powerhouse" during his presidency.
Trump campaign netted just $168 from top oil traders
Top oil traders bet billions of dollars anticipating global political trends, yet few put money directly behind Donald Trump’s presidential campaign.
Trump trade attacks to face reality of shrinking Chinese surplus
A week from Donald Trump assuming the U.S. presidency, data from the country he’s called a trade cheat and threatened to label a currency manipulator show China’s trade surplus with both the world and the U.S. actually shrank last year.
Tillerson to be “overwhelmingly” supported for Sec of State role, predicts Senator
The chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee has said he expects Rex Tillerson to win strong support in the Senate during his confirmation process.
Gallery: President Elect Trump and energy
Donald Trump won one of the most hotly contented presidential races in living history in 2016. He ran on an energy-friendly campaign. But how will his stint at the Whitehouse play out in the markets and what does it mean for energy? Scroll our latest gallery to see how the President Elect campaigned, what next and what others think of his sector lead.
Tillerson to cede control of $240million in Exxon as Trump pick
Rex Tillerson, former Exxon Mobil Corp. chief executive and President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for U.S. secretary of state, will relinquish control of about $240 million in company shares if confirmed as he severs ties to comply with conflict-of-interest requirements.