In this week's energy industry analysis, we take a look at the jet fuel demand landscape, fourth-quarter earnings reports for oil and gas companies, and the first oil and gas producer in North America to issue a sustainability-linked bond. Aviation energy demand to rise in 2022 Global air travel rose ... READ MORE >
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This week in energy: Oil releases, Ukraine tensions, Canada investments
In this week's energy industry analysis, we take a look at the release of more oil from U.S. strategic reserves, the swing in natural gas prices amid tensions between Ukraine and Russia, and an anticipated spike in oil and gas investment in Canada. Efforts continue to boost oil supply The U.S. ... READ MORE >
This week in energy: Global market turbulence, Canada’s oil outlook, energy transition
In this week's energy industry analysis, we take a look at the energy market implications of unrest in Kazakhstan, a strong outlook for Canada's 2022 oil production and the continued importance of environmental, social and governance issues in the energy transition. Turbulence in global markets Unrest ... READ MORE >
New entrants are changing the face of Canada’s telecom industry
Canadian consumers pay some of the highest internet connection fees around the globe, but a recent surge in spectrum licenses doled out to smaller telecom companies could mark the beginning of a shift for the industry’s competitive landscape there. Canada’s government dished out 1,495 licenses to 15 ... READ MORE >
This week in energy: Omicron & OPEC, Canada oil revenue, measuring ESG
In this week's energy industry analysis, we take a look at recent factors affecting oil prices, the oil revenue landscape in Canada and a new board that aims to create more consistency around measuring companies' progress on environmental, social and governance issues. Market update – OPEC+ and ... READ MORE >
Multi-family dwellings drive Canada building permit value up 8.2%
The value of building permits in Canada grew to CA$10.14 billion in September, an 8.2% increase compared to August, driven by the increasing value of multi-family residential permits, according to data released by Statistics Canada on Tuesday. That growth marks a reversal from the drop in residential ... READ MORE >
This week in energy: COP26, Permian production, Canada Cabinet shuffle
In this week’s energy industry analysis, we take a look at priorities for the upcoming United Nations climate change conference, the recent production surge in the Permian Basin, and new Cabinet appointments in Canada. 1. U.N. climate change conference Next week, the United Kingdom will host ... READ MORE >
Canada GDP rose 0.4% in August as the economy reopened
Canada’s gross domestic product in August rose by 0.4% to CA$1.97 trillion, led by continued rising demand for client-facing business services, according to data released by Statistics Canada on Friday. The rise in spending on in-person services led the economic recovery, as August marked the first ... READ MORE >
Canada retail sales climbed in August as in-person activities picked up
Canada retail sales rose by 2.1% to CA$57.2 billion in August due to increases in both prices and volume of goods sold, according to data released by Statistics Canada on Friday, a promising sign for the country's economic recovery. This increase was observed across all provinces in the first full month ... READ MORE >
Canada manufacturing sales hit new high amid rising energy demand
Canada’s manufacturing sales increased by 0.5% to CA$60.3 billion in August, their highest level on record, according to data released by Statistics Canada on Thursday. This growth was mainly driven by high energy demand and prices. August marked the first month of all provinces lifting most COVID-19 ... READ MORE >