How hard would global refiners be hit by a sharp drop in US gasoline demand?

• 14 6月 2021

What happens to the global refining industry if the energy transition produces a sharp downturn in US gasoline demand? Where would the margin squeeze be tightest? We analyse such a scenario using our Refinery Supply Model.

The Biden administration struggles to get a grip on fuel prices

• 19 11月 2021

Rising gasoline prices have become an economic problem for the US, adding to concerns about inflation, and a political problem for President Joe Biden. The administration has been trying different ways to bring them down, without much success.

Can US Independents sustain the capital needed to survive the energy transition?

• 04 11月 2021

Producers need a long-term strategy that ensures enough outside capital to fight the headwinds of increasing environment, social, and governance imperatives.

COP26: the future of upstream is in governments' hands

• 25 8月 2021

Agreements at COP26 will define ambitions, but the impact on supply, demand and process will be dictated by policy actions

COP26 oil demand: in the cross hairs of emissions reduction

• 18 8月 2021

Our COP26 briefing considers the implications for the oil market and refining industry of a global concerted effort to reduce emissions and limit a temperature rise by 2050 to 2 °C.

What does the Glasgow Climate Pact mean for Asia’s energy companies?

• 25 11月 2021

Much has been discussed on the implications of the Glasgow Climate Pact for the global economy and energy markets. And while measurable progress has been made in each field, there is no denying much work remains to be done.

IMO 2020 regulation could cost shippers extra US$60 billion a year

• 28 2月 2017

The 0.5 wt% sulphur cap for bunker fuels could have far-reaching repercussions

Mexico's new president: Energy future at a crossroads

• 02 7月 2018

After a contentious campaign, Andrés Manuel López Obrador has won the presidency. Now, the energy industry is trying to determine the incoming administration’s strategic priorities and the implications for Mexico’s energy reforms and its upstream, downstream, gas and power markets.

India's GST - A boon for oil markets?

• 16 11月 2017

The introduction of India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) has lifted oil demand in the country this year. Crude oil, natural gas, diesel and gasoline are currently exempt from the GST. However, diesel and gasoline demand are indirectly affected by the impact of GST on vehicle prices and sales, especially in the logistics sector.

IMO aims to halve global shipping emissions. But, what will it cost?

• 12 4月 2018

The IMO is gearing up to cap sulphur emissions. Wood Mackenzie looks at the potential impact the new regulations could have on the shipping and bunker fuel sectors.

China retaliates with tariffs on $34 billion worth of US goods

• 18 6月 2018

Following China's imposition of retaliatory tariffs on US goods over the weekend, our experts weigh in on the potential impact the move will have on different commodities.

Sanctions to squeeze Venezuela’s output

• 01 2月 2019

The sanctions the US government has imposed against Venezuela aim to curb the Maduro government’s access to revenue from crude export. But impact could they have on state-run oil producer PDVSA and the country’s energy sector?

IMO 2020 Guide

• 08 2月 2019

How will IMO 2020 affect the crude market and fuel prices? And what does this mean for refiners, the aviation industry and ship owners? Get the latest news and analysis here.

IMO 2020 – what does it mean for downstream, upstream, LNG and bulks sectors?

• 07 5月 2019

Implementation of IMO 2020 regulation is just eight months away and its implications will be felt beyond refining and shipping. Wood Mackenzie's Asia Pacific experts weigh in on what this means for the different sectors.

Angry tweets, a new long march and an escalating trade war

• 12 6月 2019

In the latest APAC Energy Buzz, Wood Mackenzie's Asia Pacific Vice Chair, Gavin Thompson, shares the implications of the ongoing US-China trade disputes on the energy sector.

Aramco takes slice of Reliance’s refining and petchems businesses

• 11 8月 2019

Saudi Aramco is to set to take a 20% stake in Reliance Industries' refining and petrochemical businesses.

Webinar | Brazil 2019 licensing bonanza: offering up pre-salt blocks

• 13 11月 2019

This particular webinar topic covered the highly awaited exploration bid rounds over the pre-salt blocks on offer in Brazil. On October 16th, our experts shared their perspectives and discussed the licensing bonanza comprising of three rounds scheduled within a month of each other.

Webinar | The Transformation of North America Power & Renewables Markets

• 05 12月 2019

The future course of North America Power & Renewable markets is being molded by an ongoing transformation of the energy industry. The sector now serves as the central conduit to decarbonize the energy sector via electrification of fossil-based technology sources like transport and large scale renewable use for power generation. Register to join Wood Mackenzie’s power analysts on Thursday, December 5 at 10 a.m. CT for a discussion on key themes shaping the industry in the near and long-term, including: • Transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy • The declining costs of renewable energy and battery storage technologies • The energy transition between coal and natural gas • Is the shift away from traditional baseload supply straining the existing generation fleet? • As coal retires in PJM, why aren’t renewables filling the vacuum?

Webinar: Oil & Oil Products

• 05 3月 2020

Join our webinar when we will discuss our view of the current market fundamentals and the outlook for the coming weeks/months of 2020 and 2021, putting Europe within a global context.

US and China sign Phase One trade deal

• 16 1月 2020

Wood Mackenzie's Gavin Thompson provides a commentary on the US-China Phase One trade deal

Webinar | Appalachian players under stress: The impact of low gas prices on Marcellus portfolios

• 25 2月 2020

During the webinar, Wood Mackenzie experts discussed: 1. Of the pure plays (ex: Cabot), who looks best positioned to weather low prices in the long-term? 2. Hedging portfolios: How much time do they have? 3. Debt: Who is most at risk of breaching a covenant in 2020 in the Appalachia and how do maturities factor in? 4. What actions can operators work towards in the near-term to address these issues?

Jet fuel takes hit as Trump unveils US travel ban

• 12 3月 2020

The travel ban announced by US President Donald Trump today is likely to have an immediate impact on jet fuel demand and prices across Europe and the US.

State of the Market: webinar series

• 01 4月 2020

Webinar | Japan's E&Ps: structural change and the road ahead

• 27 3月 2020

They are a material, often unheralded, part of the upstream industry, producing 1.6 million boe/d. But, the energy transition and declining domestic demand has forced Japan’s upstream companies to review their strategies. Japanese explorers and producers face a tough choice: to grow or to exit the sector entirely? Join Asia Pacific Research Director Angus Rodger and Upstream Research Associate Zixin Goh as they examine the road ahead for Japanese E&Ps.

India’s 21-day lockdown – Impact on commodities?

• 30 3月 2020

India is under a three-week lockdown from 25 March to contain the spread of the coronavirus outbreak. Wood Mackenzie analysts discuss what this means for the power, coal, gas and LNG, and oil products sectors.

Creating a circular economy through plastics recycling | Podcast

• 10 11月 2023

Global efforts in recycling plastic have significantly impacted decarbonisation targets, but how can the energy industry develop more pathways to streamline the process?

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Will international shipping be net zero by 2050?

• 23 10月 2023

Upgraded decarbonisation targets present a huge challenge for marine fuels

Are APAC’s retail markets full of Eastern promise for oil majors?

• 11 10月 2023

Retail fuel markets in APAC are set for continued growth – and big oil is taking notice.

How the war is shaping Big Oil’s transition strategy

• 09 3月 2023

The Majors have shown there can be different approaches to decarbonisation and achieving net zero, but divergent strategies are showing signs of converging again.