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What Happened in Wyoming - Crude Differentials Tighten at Guernsey as Demand Rises, Production Ebbs
In the U.S., crude oil trading hubs like Houston, Midland and Cushing get the lion’s share of the market’s attention.
Another Slow Week for US Rigs, Total Count Falls to 538
EPA Grants Small Refinery Exemptions, Reaffirms Partial Relief
Ethane Exports Surge in First Half of August


Finding My Way - Canada's Pitch on Data Centers Focuses on Hydropower, Natural Gas Resources
As demand for data centers accelerates, developers continue to search for locations that offer the best combination of several factors, starting with the availability of uninterrupted (and affordable) power.


Can't Hold Back - Cactus I and II Pipelines Remain Key to Corpus Christi's Role as Crude Export Hub
The original Cactus Pipeline was a pioneer in moving large volumes of crude oil from the Permian and the Eagle Ford to the Corpus Christi area, which quickly became a leader in U.S. crude exports.

The Future of Fuels bi-annual report by RBN's Refined Fuels Analytics provides an in-depth analysis of the U.S. and global refinery industries, focusing on crude oil and fuel market dynamics, supply and demand, alternative fuels, refinery capacities, and price forecasts to help stakeholders navigate the evolving energy landscape.
U.S. Propane Stocks Build Above Industry Expectations as Exports Lag Year-Ago Levels


Little Things Mean a Lot - Leak at ECHO Terminal Highlights Crude Market Sensitivity
A crude oil leak last Tuesday at the Enterprise Crude Houston (ECHO) terminal disrupted regional flows and caused crude differentials to move higher over the course of the week.