In this month’s news episode, we break down four major developments shaking up global energy markets in May 2026. From the UAE’s sudden departure from OPEC to a widening gap between paper and physical oil prices, the episode covers what these fast-moving events mean for royalty owners who are trying to make sense of their income outlook. We also discuss the Trump administration’s meeting with major oil executives, a temporary waiver of the century-old Jones Act, and what the latest rig count data tells us about where the industry is actually headed.
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This Month’s Mineral Rights News Articles:
- OPEC Will Survive UAE Exit, But Medium-Term Supply Threat Is Real | OilPrice.com
- Oil Futures Rise As Middle East Stalemate Drags On – WSJ
- Trump met with Chevron, other energy companies, on Tuesday
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