When it comes to divesting producing or undeveloped operated assets, timing and preparation can make the difference between a competitive sale and a missed opportunity. In today’s dynamic energy market, mid-sized operators seeking to sell assets—whether to realign capital, exit a basin, or consolidate operations—need more than just willing buyers. [...]
A new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas highlights a turning point in the U.S. oil and gas sector. In its latest quarterly survey of more than 130 oil and gas executives, nearly half indicated plans to reduce drilling activity in 2025 (Axios, August 2025). This shift in [...]
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the energy markets, you’ve probably noticed something interesting: natural gas is getting a lot more attention. For those of us with mineral, royalty, or working interests—especially in the U.S.—this shift is more than just a headline. It has real implications for how our [...]
In the complex world of oil and gas transactions, one document often sparks confusion yet carries significant weight in investment decisions—the Authorization for Expenditure, or AFE. Whether you’re a seasoned operator, a mineral rights owner, or a prospective buyer of working interests, understanding what an AFE entails is crucial to [...]
Why 2025 is a Critical Year for Non-Operated Interest Owners If you’re a non-operated working interest (WI) owner or leaseholder in oil and gas, 2025 presents both opportunity and risk. With rising rig activity in key basins like the Williston, Powder River, DJ, and Permian, coupled with fluctuating oil prices [...]
For mineral owners across the United States, understanding what drives value in today’s oil and gas market has never been more important. As commodity prices fluctuate and industry activity shifts, the financial potential of mineral rights—whether producing or non-producing—depends heavily on timing, location, and strategy. This article outlines key market [...]
As we move through 2025, the oil and gas sector is contending with a familiar tension—growing global supply against a backdrop of uncertain demand. At Eagle River Advisors, we believe this volatility creates selective, high-conviction opportunities for strategic investors who understand the underlying fundamentals shaping the market. Crude Oil: A [...]
A recent Dallas Federal Reserve survey, highlighted in Gas Outlook, paints a sobering picture of the current state of U.S. oil and gas drilling. Operators across the board are pulling back: rig counts are down, development plans are being scaled back, and confidence in a near-term rebound is low. While [...]
As we move into the second half of 2025, the oil and gas industry in North America finds itself at a strategic crossroads. After a volatile start to the year marked by fluctuating commodity prices and a cautiously optimistic deal environment, the focus has shifted toward disciplined, high-value transactions. For [...]
Navigating oil and gas transactions—whether divestitures, acquisitions, joint ventures, or capital raises—has become increasingly complex. Asset values are under pressure from commodity cycles, capital market shifts, and growing regulatory and ESG constraints. In this environment, value is no longer found solely in the ground—it’s also in the process. At Eagle [...]
