Blackstone, Halliburton to invest $1 billion in energy startup VoltaGrid

Energy startup VoltaGrid said on Monday it ​has signed agreements ‌for $1 billion in equity investment from funds managed by ​Blackstone Tactical Opportunities ​and oilfield services provider ⁠Halliburton.

Reuters • May 11, 2026

USA Compression Q1 Earnings Meet Estimates, Revenues Beat, Both Up Y/Y

USAC expects its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA to be between $770 million and $800 million, and distributable cash flow to be between $480 million and $510 million.

Zacks Investment Research • May 11, 2026

While Asia and Europe scramble for natural gas, the US glut has nowhere to go

The war with Iran has boosted prices of globally traded natural gas by throttling exports from the Gulf. In ​West Texas, gas is so abundant that some producers must pay to have it taken away.

Reuters • May 1, 2026

NBR Posts Narrower Than Expected Q1 Earnings, Revenues Beat Estimates

NBR expects second-quarter capital expenditures of $180-$190 million, including $75-$80 million for newbuilds in Saudi Arabia.

Zacks Investment Research • May 1, 2026

Halliburton: Recent Rally Leaves Little Room For Error

Halliburton's share price is up significantly over the past 6 months, supported by solid international growth and rising geopolitical tension. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a spike in oil and gas prices and is expected to lead to increased investments in exploration and production. Increased revenue, improved pricing and continued cost control could lead to a meaningful improvement in profitability in coming quarters.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

Goldman Just Raised Its Brent Forecast to $90: 5 Energy Stocks Built for Higher Oil

Goldman Sachs raised its Q4 2026 Brent crude forecast to $90 per barrel on April 27, 2026, up from a prior $80 forecast, citing extreme inventory draws from the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz tied to the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

24/7 Wall Street • Apr 28, 2026

Global Instability Accelerates Push for Domestic Energy Security

AUSTIN, Texas, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EnergyWireNews: Global energy markets are once again confronting a familiar vulnerability. Rising instability in the Middle East and renewed concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a shipping corridor that handles roughly 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption, have intensified calls for the United States and Europe to strengthen long-term energy independence. As governments and industries reassess the risks tied to overseas supply disruptions, attention is increasingly turning toward politically aligned regions capable of delivering substantial new energy resources. Against this backdrop, Greenland Energy Company (NASDAQ: GLND) (profile) is advancing an Arctic exploration strategy centered on Greenland's Jameson Land Basin where, after drilling two targeted wells later this year, the company anticipates securing rights to 70% of the basin and its estimated potential of up to 13 billion barrels of oil. The company recently strengthened that strategy through a newly announced agreement with  Halliburton Company (NYSE: HAL) for integrated consulting, drilling and logistical support tied to its 2026 exploration campaign. Together with earlier agreements involving drilling and Arctic logistics partners, the Halliburton announcement highlights Greenland Energy's effort to build a fully integrated operational platform aimed at unlocking one of the world's most closely watched frontier energy opportunities.

GlobeNewsWire • Apr 28, 2026

Halliburton (HAL) Reports Q1 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say

Although the revenue and EPS for Halliburton (HAL) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2026, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Zacks Investment Research • Apr 27, 2026

Greenland Energy Stock Soars 27% After Halliburton Deal

Greenland Energy Company (NASDAQ:GLND) shares are trading higher Monday after the company announced an agreement with Halliburton for its 2026 Jameson Land drilling campaign.

Benzinga • Apr 27, 2026

The Pentagon Says It Could Take 6 Months to Clear Mines From the Strait of Hormuz. Here Are 2 Predictions for Oil Stocks Through the End of 2026.

It could take the U.S. Navy six months to clear sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices will likely remain high for the rest of the year, even if the U.S. and Iran reach a peace deal soon.

The Motley Fool • Apr 23, 2026