China eyes Canadian oil after US Venezuela action
Chinese refiners are seeking Canadian crude as a replacement for sanctioned Venezuelan oil, with China buying nearly 40% of Canada's seaborne exports in 2025. Discover the market shift.
Chinese refiners are seeking Canadian crude as a replacement for sanctioned Venezuelan oil, with China buying nearly 40% of Canada's seaborne exports in 2025. Discover the market shift.
The U.S.-backed change in Venezuela puts Canada's oil exports at risk, highlighting an urgent need for trade diversification and infrastructure investment. Read the analysis.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet with Western energy executives to secure investment for rebuilding Venezuela's crumbling oil sector. Read the full story.
Global oil prices fell sharply after the Trump administration's move to divert Venezuelan crude from China, sparking diplomatic tensions and market reactions. Read the full analysis.
The potential return of Venezuelan oil to global markets could benefit U.S. Gulf Coast refiners while posing a competitive threat to Canadian heavy crude producers. Analysis of the shifting energy landscape.
Mergers and acquisitions in Canada's upstream oil and gas sector surged to an eight-year high in 2025, with over $30 billion in deals. Analysts predict a slowdown in 2026. Read the full analysis.
A leading economist says Venezuelan crude can only fill a small fraction of Canadian oil exports in the near term, impacting global markets. Read the full analysis.
The U.S. and Venezuela reach a landmark deal for up to $2 billion in crude oil exports, redirecting shipments from China. President Trump announces the agreement, which follows the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Experts say concerns that Canadian oil exports will be displaced by Venezuelan crude are premature. Canada's deep integration with U.S. refineries and Venezuela's infrastructure challenges provide a buffer.
Following the arrest of Venezuela's president, U.S. plans to revive its oil industry could challenge Canadian energy investments. Explore the global reserve shift and market implications.
Following the arrest of Venezuela's president, U.S. plans to revitalize its oil industry could sideline Canadian firms. Explore the implications for Canada's energy sector.
U.S. actions in Venezuela strengthen the political argument for a new Canadian pipeline to the Pacific, aiming to diversify oil exports to Asian markets. Read the analysis.
PM Mark Carney says Canadian oil remains competitive despite Venezuela's political shift, while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urges swift pipeline approval to secure new markets.
President Trump's push to unlock Venezuelan crude is strengthening the political argument for a new Canadian pipeline to diversify oil exports to Asia. Learn how this impacts Canada's energy strategy.
PM Mark Carney asserts Canada's energy sector will remain competitive following political changes in Venezuela. Analysis of oil price forecasts and market dynamics.
A new report from Deloitte predicts oil will average US$58 a barrel in 2026 due to a persistent supply glut, while natural gas prices in Alberta show an upward trend. Read the full analysis.
Deloitte warns of a major oil oversupply in 2026, pressuring prices despite geopolitical risks. Canada's heavy crude and natural gas sectors face divergent paths.
The Trump administration plans meetings with Exxon, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips to boost Venezuelan oil production after the military ouster of Nicolás Maduro. Details on the high-stakes talks.
Industry experts react to Trump's Venezuela coup, urging Canada to aggressively attract energy investment. Analysis of oil market impacts and Canada's strategic opportunity.
Industry experts react to Trump's Venezuela coup and oil talk, urging Canada to boost energy investment. Key analysis on market shifts and domestic implications.
A political shift in Venezuela could flood markets with heavy crude, undercutting Canadian oil prices and investment. Explore the potential risks for Alberta's economy.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for expedited pipeline development to diversify oil markets. Experts warn Venezuela's impact on global supply is years away.
U.S. authorities levy a historic $9.6 million penalty against Third Coast following a substantial oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, highlighting ongoing environmental risks.
Analysis shows Canada's oil industry faces a dual threat: losing market share to Venezuela and, more urgently, losing crucial investment capital to the South American nation. Experts warn of complacency.
U.S. President Donald Trump's takeover of Venezuela's oil sector underscores the critical need for Canada to build new pipelines to access global markets, boosting national revenues.
The dramatic capture of Venezuela's president by U.S. forces has sent shockwaves through North American oil markets, weakening Canadian heavy crude prices. Discover the immediate impact and long-term outlook for Alberta's energy sector.
Mielle Organics' rosemary mint scalp oil, praised for strengthening hair and reducing breakage, is on a rare sale at Amazon for under $10. Experts weigh in on its key ingredients.
Shares of major U.S. oil companies climbed sharply on Monday, January 5, 2026, following a military operation in Venezuela. The market reacts to geopolitical risk and potential supply implications.
Senior U.S. oil executives reveal the Trump administration has not sought their counsel regarding Venezuela policy, raising questions about industry input on geopolitical energy moves.
The future of billions of barrels of Venezuelan oil claimed by foreign state-owned firms is uncertain after the U.S. detained President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest analysis on the global energy implications.