Global Rig Activity Sees Mixed Movements Amid Mid-Year Energy Landscape

As we pass the midpoint of 2025, the Baker Hughes rig count update reveals divergent trends across key regions:

Global Rig Activity Sees Mixed Movements Amid Mid-Year Energy Landscape

• United States: 540 rigs (Week: -2 | Year: -46)

• Canada: 177 rigs (Week: -5 | Year: -42)

• International: 914 rigs (Month: +1 | Year: -20)

While North American drilling continues its downward trend, international rig activity shows a modest but meaningful uptick—suggesting a regional rebalancing in response to economic, geopolitical, and operational factors.

Key Drivers of Current Trends

🔽 North America Cooling Down:Ongoing cost control, reduced capital investment, and market uncertainty continue to pressure U.S. and Canadian rig activity. The annual decline underscores a broader hesitancy among operators.

🌍 International Stability and Recovery:The slight rise in international rig activity may indicate project restarts or new developments in areas where energy demand and government support remain strong—particularly in the Middle East, Latin America, and parts of Asia.

📊 Energy Market Dynamics:From fluctuating commodity prices to longer-term energy transition strategies, the global landscape remains highly dynamic. Operators are balancing short-term margins with long-term investments.

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