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2020 – Investments in Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Will Be the Lowest in 13 Years

Written by Roberta Souza
Published on 31/03/2020 at 17:04
petróleo, óleo e gás, investimentos
petróleo, óleo e gás, investimentos
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The year 2020 will be remembered as a difficult year for most of the global population, businesses, and especially the oil and gas sector. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the drop in fuel demand and the war between Saudi Arabia and Russia over the commodity supply are the main factors responsible for the drop in prices and minimal investments in the oil exploration and production segment worldwide.

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An analysis conducted by Rystad Energy states that companies’ Capex is expected to be the lowest in the last 13 years. The analysis takes into account a scenario of US$ 34 per barrel this year and US$ 44 per barrel next year.

The estimate is that investments in exploration and production may fall by up to US$ 100 billion this year, totaling around US$ 450 billion.

However, if oil prices remain at the current range of US$ 25, global investments could drop to US$ 380 billion in 2020 and nearly US$ 300 billion in 2021. This outcome would represent the lowest values in the last 14 and 15 years, respectively.

Rystad Energy added that the estimated cost cuts would be achieved mainly by reduced activity in U.S. shale, delays in projects that had not yet reached the final investment decision (FID) stage, deferred exploration activity, and cost-cutting in the development and production of conventional assets.

Roberta Souza

Author for the Click Petróleo e Gás portal since 2019, responsible for publishing over 8,000 articles that have garnered millions of views, combining technical expertise, clarity, and engagement to inform and connect readers. A Petroleum Engineer with a postgraduate degree in Industrial Unit Commissioning, I also bring practical experience and background in the agribusiness sector, which broadens my perspective and versatility in producing specialized content. I develop content topics, disseminate job opportunities, and create advertising materials tailored for the industry audience. For content suggestions, job vacancy promotion, or advertising proposals, please contact via email: santizatagpc@gmail.com. We do not accept resumes

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