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Posted on January 4, 2023 · A group called HyVelocity Hub, which includes Amazon, Chevron, the University of Texas and the Center for Houston's Future, among many others, is applying for federal dollars and a designation as a regional hydrogen energy hub.

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Posted on February 22, 2022 · Union members voted 214-133 to ratify the company’s latest offer, which added holiday time off and updated job descriptions for some union positions.

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ExxonMobil is recovering from the pandemic downturn with $23 billion in profits and plans to expand in the Permian Basin

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Posted on February 4, 2022 · Texas-based oil giant Exxon Mobil had a big week. The company reported a dizzying $23 billion in profits, said it plans to raise output in the Permian Basin, and is moving headquarters to Houston.

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Exxon booked record profits in 2022 as energy prices soared

Cathy Bussewitz, AP Business Writer

Posted on January 31, 2023 · The oil giant brought in $12.75 billion in profits in the fourth quarter, bringing annual net income to $55.7 billion.

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Fire at LNG terminal in Freeport jolts residents, fuel markets

Cathy Bussewitz, AP Business Writer

Posted on June 10, 2022 · Freeport LNG will be offline for at least three weeks following a fire in its export facility this week.

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Challengers Unseat 3rd Exxon Board Member In Climate Fight

Cathy Bussewitz, AP Business Writer

Posted on June 3, 2021 · Texas-based Exxon says three candidates nominated by a dissident group of shareholders had been elected to its board of directors. Preliminary tallies last week had two of the challengers winning seats.

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Exxon, Chevron To Cut US Jobs As Oil Industry Struggles

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Posted on October 29, 2020 · The oil industry has been struggling all year after prices fell well below what producers need to break even.

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Posted on March 20, 2020 · "It's a common-sense move. Everyone who's done any personal investment knows you do your best to buy low and sell high," Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette said.

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Exxon Denies That It Misled Investors On Climate Risks

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Posted on November 8, 2019 · The outcome of the case will be decided by New York State Supreme Court Justice Barry Ostrager.

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Exxon Mobil Profit Falls 49% As Oil And Gas Prices Decline

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Posted on November 1, 2019 · Oil prices have suffered due to a prolonged trade war between the U.S. and China, which has raised concerns about a global economic slowdown.

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Posted on April 30, 2019 · If Anadarko does walk away from Chevron, it would have to pay a $1 billion breakup fee under its agreement.

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Occidental Makes Competing Offer For Anadarko Petroleum

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Posted on April 24, 2019 · Houston-based Occidental said the proposed combination would bolster its position in the Permian Basin.

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