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US Lower 48: 4 things to look for in 2024
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Report summary
After the market-moving events of 2023, expect plenty of twists and turns in the coming year. Record-setting consolidation and a complete reversal of the investment habits of private E&Ps changed the shale narrative. This insight lays out four themes we will be watching for in 2024.
Table of contents
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Executive summary
- 1. Consolidation momentum
- 2. Exploration and appraisal stays quiet
- 3. Private E&Ps stretch OFS less
- 4. Efficiency gains but supply headwinds
- What to look for in 2024 – a regional upstream series
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- Top appraisal targets to watch
- Average Delaware Wolfcamp well cost trend
- Completion efficiency gains
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