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Some US oil executives see disaster in Trump's agenda while dismissing 'drill, baby, drill' as a 'myth and populist rallying cry'


Published on 2025-03-29 16:21:34 - Fortune
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  • The Dallas Fed's latest energy survey revealed deep skepticism among executives toward President Donald Trump's tariffs and oil-production agenda. In anonymous comments, respondents decried the uncertainty and higher costs of tariffs while predicting that trying to lower crude prices to $50 a barrel would reduce production instead of expand it.

The article from MSN discusses the varied reactions of U.S. oil executives to former President Donald Trump's energy policies. While Trump's "drill, baby, drill" slogan has been a rallying cry for some, many oil executives view it as more of a myth and a populist tactic rather than a substantive policy. They express concerns over Trump's broader economic and environmental policies, which they believe could lead to market instability and regulatory uncertainty. Some executives fear that Trump's approach might not only fail to benefit the oil industry but could potentially harm it through erratic policy-making and trade disputes. Additionally, there's skepticism about the effectiveness of Trump's deregulation efforts, with some industry leaders arguing that the focus should be on long-term strategic planning rather than short-term political gains. The piece highlights a divide between the political rhetoric and the practical needs of the oil industry, suggesting that while some aspects of Trump's policies might align with industry interests, the overall approach could spell disaster for the sector.

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