Oil & Gas: meeting future energy demandThe oil and gas industry is contending with a dynamic global marketplace and an increasingly insistent group of stakeholders. Demand growth is slowing and regulatory pressures continue to impact operations, while available reserves are more difficult and expensive to produce. As the pressure to meet future energy demand mounts, global alliances are becoming more and more critical. | Global Oil and Gas Transactions Review 2011 What M&A trends emerged in the oil and gas industry in 2011? We analyze the upstream, downstream and oilfield services sectors. Read our predictions for 2012. Brazil oil and gas: realities in a new frontier Thinking about investing in Brazil’s pre-salt deepwater oil reserves? These recently discovered reserves triggered a reassessment of the Brazilian regulatory model and a restructuring of the Government’s role in the oil industry. We explain the opportunities, challenges and risks. The value of working capital management: oil and gas In the past six years, the degree of working capital tied up in the industry has grown substantially, which means companies are leaving cash on the table. How can you identify and quantify the areas impacting your bottom line? Inside, we offer some clear steps on transitioning over to a cash-focused culture. Top 10 business risks affecting oil and gas in 2010 When respondents were asked to identify the top risk facing the industry today, energy policy uncertainty ranked as No. 1. Which others made our top 10 list? And what was the basis for their ranking? Find out here and use our insights to further develop your own risk identification/mitigation strategies. |
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