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Platts Top 250 Global Energy Company Rankings 2009: Oil price history redefined

November 16, 2009

Despite the roller coaster ride that oil prices have taken in the last year, integrated oil & gas companies have retained their global dominance. Thanks in part to last year’s $100 plus crude oil, IOGs carved out the top 13 spots in the 2009 Platts Top 250 Energy Company Rankings™, and took 30 of the top 50 places.

Global Crude and oil products price data

November 17, 2009

View historical price charts for benchmark crude, gasoline, diesel, gasoil, HSFO, ULSD, jet fuel, naphtha & fuel oil grades: May 11-November 10, 2009.

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Bearish picture for European power and gas prices
European power price developments and their impact on utility investment.

US EPA scrutinizes mining permits in Central Appalachia
De facto moratorium on permit applications associated with surface mining operations.

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European Natural Gas Methodology

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