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Oil prices August 19th
Gas prices August 19th

The Futures

Oil and gas prices are more than numbers—they reflect global events, technological advancements, and environmental concerns.

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Horizon Energy Digest

Your go-to source for the latest updates and insights in the energy sector.
 

Oil Prices Slide Further on Prospect of Peace in Ukraine

Crude oil prices declined today after the end of the Trump-Zelensky talks on Monday, in anticipation of trilateral talks that could result in a peace deal.  At the time of writing, Brent crude was trading at $66.20 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate was changing hands for $62.95 per barrel.

Texas May Have to Shut Down Data Centers to Protect Its Energy Grid

Over the Fourth of July, deadly floods swept across central Texas, disrupting infrastructure and causing widespread outages. Meanwhile, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has already seen multiple price spikes and conservation alerts — not because there wasn’t enough power, but because we couldn’t move it where it was needed.

Curious Minds Corner

How many litres are there in a standard barrel of oil?

159 litres (42 gallons)

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