AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEnergy Grants Fight: A court filing says the U.S. Department of Energy canceled at least $7.5B in energy grants to states “based solely” on whether they were “Blue States,” drawing sharp backlash from Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and highlighting political pressure on energy funding. Oil Shock Watch: After a weekend pause in U.S.-Iran strikes, crude slid hard and markets breathed easier, but analysts warn pump prices may only “inch up, not spike” as tensions and shipping risks remain in play. Middle East Supply Risks: Iran-linked attacks and drone activity kept pressure on global oil flows, including reports of strikes on Saudi oil infrastructure and Houthi targeting of Saudi transport sites tied to Red Sea exports. Gas Prices at the Pump: AAA and GasBuddy data show U.S. averages hovering around $4+ for regular, with many states still reporting week-over-week increases despite the oil pullback. Deal for Natural Gas Marketing: Expand Energy agreed to buy Twin Eagle Holdings for $1.25B to expand natural gas marketing and logistics across North America. Critical Minerals Progress: EVelution Energy said it confirmed substantial groundwater resources for a solar-powered cobalt processing facility in Arizona, reducing a key project risk. Offshore Wind Legal Pressure: Rhode Island officials moved to sue over Interior settlements tied to offshore wind lease withdrawals, arguing it harms the grid and regional energy plans.
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