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Economic Indicators

3Q 2025 Initial Est.

GDP
4.3%

November 2025

ISM
48.2%

November 2025

Unemployment Rate
4.6%

September 2025

New Orders
0.2%

November 2025

Industrial Production
0.2%

November 2025

Capacity Utilization
76%

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Woodside Claims Progress on Louisiana LNG

Louisiana LNG could be exporting from the U.S. before the end of the decade, the Australian energy company said. Questions remain over the longevity of what looks to be a U.S. LNG boom, however.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Constitution Pipeline Headwinds, Recovering U.S. Oil & Gas Production: Your Daily Energy News

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By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

EU Signs Landmark South American Trade Deal

It has taken almost 25 years but the European Union (EU) has signed its largest ever free trade agreement with an alliance of key South American countries, which will affect trade across many key sectors from agriculture and cars to pharmaceuticals, renewable energy and critical raw materials..

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

Storm Kristin Impacts Central and Southeastern Spain

A rare red weather alert in Spain signals extreme wind, rain, snow and coastal hazards, with elevated risk to transport, power infrastructure and energy assets..

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

From Recession Survivor to Industry Pioneer: Ed Lewis's Data Revolution

Ed Lewis, the founder and CEO of Industrial Info Resources (IIR), calls the IIR model "surveillance-grade" because it is active and asset-level. Now, IIR is exploring AI..

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Golden Pass LNG Receiving First Feedgas

The Golden Pass LNG export facility becomes the ninth terminal in the United States as it enters its commissioning phase. LNG is a top priority for a Trump administration pursuing global energy dominance.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Winter Storm Fern Causes Power Plant Outages

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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East Coast on Alert for Next Winter Storm

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Gulf Coast Energy Exports, Woodside: Your Daily Energy News

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Queensland's Giant Borumba Hydro Project Advances

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

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India Installs Record Renewable Generation

India achieved a record-high renewable energy capacity addition of nearly 44 gigawatts (GW) in 2025, led by strong growth in solar and wind power.

By Yogesh Kumar, Lead Researcher-Power

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U.S. Energy Infrastructure Braces for Winter Storm

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Talen Buys Three Gas-Fired Power Plants in PJM Interconnection

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Colorado Readies 'Just Transition' Strategy for Communities Losing Coal-Fired Plants

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Canada Makes Strides on Trade Diversification

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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GeoPark Beats 2025 Production Guidance as it Enters Argentina's Vaca Muerta

GeoPark produced 28,233 BOE/d throughout 2025, surpassing its production guidance for the year, which comes as the company has begun production in Argentina's Vaca Muerta.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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  • Amid Growing Concerns, Kinder Morgan All Smiles on U.S. LNG

    Kinder Morgan said its fourth quarter performance in the natural gas sector was extraordinary. Amid geopolitical spats, the fate of U.S.-sourced LNG in Europe is uncertain, however..

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

  • North American LNG Race in High Gear

    The LNG sector in North America is taking on geopolitical tones. Canada has a head start in deliveries from the West Coast, though the U.S. has prioritized Alaskan developments..

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

  • Halliburton Ends 2025 on Down Note in North America

    Halliburton ended last year on a down note, taking a hit from its operations in North America. Signs of $50 crude continue to create headwinds for the industry..

    By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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World Oil Surplus, U.S. Arctic Blast, Venture Global Prevails Again: Your Daily Energy News

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Dangerous Winter Storm Forecast to Impact at Least 75 Million People

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Japan PM's Snap Elections Could Strengthen Her Energy Policy

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Questions Emerge over Future of U.S. Trade Deal with Europe, Including LNG

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Commonwealth LNG Sales Agreement, Indonesia Biodiesel Mandates, BP: Your Daily Energy News

Scan through a selection of energy-related news highlights that we think will interest our clients.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Brazil's Transportation Sector Energy Demand Could Reach 836 Million Barrels in 2035

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Europe 'Turning Off the Tap on Russian Gas'

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

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IIR's December 8 Market Scorecard Brings You Breaking Geopolitical News

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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IIR's December 1 Market Scorecard Brings You Breaking Geopolitical News

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Petrobras Runs Higher Refining Rates, Downstream Plans Emerge

Petrobras expects to continue growing its refining installed capacity through expansions and new projects.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Venezuelan Barrels Point to Lower Crude Oil Prices

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Is CEQ Rule the End 'Regulatory Reign of Terror' or the Start of Legal Chaos?

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Valero Plans Gasoline Imports as California Refineries Close

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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EIA: U.S. Retail Gasoline Prices Drop in 2025 for Third Year

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Mosaic Endures Rough 2025 for Phosphates, But Upbeat on 2026

Industrial Info is tracking more than $1.5 billion worth of active and proposed projects from Mosaic worldwide, about $1.1 billion of which is attributed to projects across the U.S. and Canada.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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U.S. Petrochemical Producers Plot Turnarounds Amid Weak Prices

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Urenco USA Produces First Domestic Enriched Uranium Supply

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Government Acts to Save the Last U.K. Ethylene Plant

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

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Brazil's Petrobras Signs $17.8 Billion Feedstock Deals with Braskem

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief

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Capstone Sulphide Operations Halted at Mantoverde Desalination Plant

Capstone announced it temporarily halted sulphide operations at its Mantoverde copper mine in Chile due to water-supply issues related to problems at its desalination plant.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Cochilco Forecasts Strong Chilean Copper Output through 2033

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Western U.S. Home to Most Geothermal Power, Other Opportunities

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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European Leaders Vow to Not Bow to Trump's Tariff Threats

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

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U.S. Signs Off on Alabama Coal-Mining Projects

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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IIR's January 12 Market Scorecard Brings You Breaking Geopolitical News

Stay current with the latest geopolitical events, and more importantly, instantly connect to how these events may impact you and your business strategies

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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ESG-Related Projects Advance Despite Trump's Agenda

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Asia's Pulp & Paper Sector Investing Heavily

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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IIR's November 3 Market Scorecard Brings You Breaking Geopolitical News

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Economist: Tariffs Won't Cut Trade Deficit, Revive Manufacturing

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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U.S. Gears Up for Multiple Hatchery Projects

Projects at U.S. poultry hatcheries are gearing up for what could be a stronger year in regard to project activity than what was observed in 2025.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Wisconsin Pursues Multiple Dairy Projects

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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IIR's October 20 Market Scorecard Brings You Breaking Geopolitical News

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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To Be or Not to Be: Vertical Farming Stands at Crossroads

By Jennis Jacob, Content Editor

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Alberta Pressing for North American Trade

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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New Energy/AI Ecosystem Takes Shape in Utah

A new energy ecosystem is taking shape in Utah, and a data center hyperscaler plans a multibillion-dollar investment to take advantage of the existing energy infrastructure.

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Microsoft Plans to Pay More for Data Centers' Power

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Meta Boosts Nuclear Agreements, Adds Vistra, TerraPower, Oklo

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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TSMC's Phoenix Fab 21 Expansion Strengthens U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing

By Jennis Jacob, Content Editor

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Brasil alcanzó su máximo valor de exportación en 2025, con US$348.700 millones

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Shin Poong Pharmaceutical Invests in Ansan, Osong Plants

Shin Poong Pharmaceutical (Seoul, South Korea) is seeking to secure funding for a large-scale manufacturing investment at its Osong (Cheongju) and Ansan plants in South Korea.

By Junhyung Park, IIR Writing Staff

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Procter & Gamble Stays Upbeat Amid Tariffs, Rising Prices

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

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Construction Firm Webcor Gains Ground in High-Tech Sectors with GCON Purchase

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

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Pharmaceutical Majors Plan U.S. Manufacturing Investment Amid White House Push

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

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Merck Ditches $1 Billion London R&D Project

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor

Industry Shorts


News by Geography

North America
Winter Storm Fern Poses Nationwide Energy Test

Winter Storm Fern, a long-duration weather event, could amplify power outages, strain the energy infrastructure, and slow recovery across large portions of the United States.

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief


U.S. Taking More Canadian Gas Amid Cold Snap

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist

Latin America
Brasil añadió 7.403 MW de nueva capacidad instalada a su sistema eléctrico en 2025, y se espera una mayor incorporación en 2026

Brasil añadió 7.403 MW de nueva capacidad instalada, liderada por fuentes renovables.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor


Brazil Boosts Power Output in 2025, with More Expected in 2026

By William Ploch, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

Europe
Andritz Wins South Korean Hydropower Supply Contract, Adding to Global Project Backlog

Austrian company Andritz's win this week to supply two turbines to a pumped-storage hydropower project in South Korea joins a recent win to refurbish a major Norwegian hydropower plant.

By Eric Funderburk, Promotions & Advertising Specialist


EDF-France Raises Nuclear Investment Estimate

By Yogesh Kumar, Lead Researcher-Power


Africa
Nickel Processing Grows with EV Demand, Production Efforts

Demand for nickel has been rising due to its use in stainless steel and specialty alloys, but also the expansion of lithium-ion battery production for electric vehicles.

By Brian Ford, Editor-in-Chief


Asia
South Korea's KHNP Secures Stake in TerraPower, Will Support Natrium Reactor

Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Company secured a stake in the Bill Gates-backed mini-nuclear developer TerraPower after SK Innovation transferred part of its 10% stake in the company, and the two South Korean companies pledged to support construction of TerraPower's Natrium reactor.

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor


IEA Finds Solar Power Leading Global Renewables

By Daniel Levin, Assistant Editor

Saudi Arabia Plans to Award 14 GW of Renewable Energy Projects in 2026

By Mohammad Mikail, Regional Industry Specialist - Arabic Language

Oceania
Australia to Stockpile Critical Minerals

The Australian government is moving forward with its A$1.2 billion (US$800 million) plan to buy and stockpile strategic critical minerals essential for clean-energy and high-technology manufacturing as well as advanced military equipment.

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor


Rescue Plan for Australia's Largest Aluminum Smelter

By Martin Lynch, European News Editor


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