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Online Resources: Investing in the West Texas Permian Basin

The West Texas Permian Basin region is a hotbed of oil production—a trend that is expected to strengthen in the coming years. Find out why, and discover how you can take advantage of such an opportunity, by reading these articles and calling Aegis Oil at (888) 927-3563:

• History.com provides a detailed history of the oil industry, from the discovery of oil in America to the precarious overseas commerce of recent years.
• This news article featured on MySanAntonio.com describes the recent Permian Basin oil boom and how it has affected the economy of West Texas.
• Texas is a key area for domestic oil production, thanks to the discovery of enormous oil fields beneath its surface. Find out how oil benefits Texas’ economy at TexasAlmanac.com.
• For an analysis of the Permian Basin’s newfound success in oil exportation, see this document from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.
• This Reuters article explores the substantial oil output projected to come from the Permian Basin in the next four years with the help of new drilling techniques. 

Understanding the Oil Services Industry

Oil and natural gas investments depend on a number of factors, including the current global market, the size of existing reservoirs, and the ability to find new oil and gas reserves. Here is an overview of the different industry sectors as well as how each can contribute to the state of commerce:

Upstream Operations

The first step in oil production is the discovery and procurement of crude oil, known as upstream operations. This aspect of the oil industry involves oilfield services companies, which support oil producers by charting the area’s subsurface and furnishing drilling equipment. Drilling companies, who create the wells and pump out the oil, are also integral to upstream operations.

Downstream Sales

After the newly obtained oil is refined into marketable products, it’s sold to a variety of companies, including commercial distributors and retailers, through which it eventually reaches the end consumer. Such sales are the downstream aspect of oil production, providing the profits that enable investors to enjoy beneficial returns.

Profit-Influencing Factors

A number of factors can affect the current oil market at a variety of points along the chain of production. Factors in the upstream sector that can impact oil sales and predict market trends include the discovery of new oil deposits, the amount of known oil left in current reservoirs, and technological advancements enabling more thorough extraction. Downstream, the market is influenced by the number of competing companies as well as the availability and popularity of alternative products.

Aegis Oil handles the complex task of evaluating investment ventures, using years of industry experience to seek out lucrative oil and gas reserves for drilling. Our investors enjoy potential returns of 25%-75%, which are often fully tax deductible. To find out more about our premium lease acquisitions in the Permian Basin, Bakken Shale, and Eagle Ford Shale, visit our website or call us at (888) 927-3563.

How Crude Oil Is Drilled in the Permian Basin

Since 1901, Texas has been a major center for American oil production. In this video, you can get an up-close view of oil derricks in the Permian Basin. You will also learn how “black gold” is detected and pumped out of the earth.

Drilling for oil is a difficult task, as subterranean veins of crude oil can run almost 2.5 miles deep. A diamond-tipped drill is used to bore through the layers of stone, while high-pressure water is pumped down with it to reduce heat resulting from friction. As the drill moves deeper beneath the surface, long pipes are fed down into the hole and attached to one another with a large, mechanized wrench. Once oil has been struck, it shoots up the pipe, but a pumping jack must be installed in order for the well to continuously produce oil. The crude oil is then transferred to a refinery hundreds of miles away via pipeline.

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A Brief History of Oil Investment

In the past 150 years, the oil industry has experienced both extreme success and major setbacks. However, the steady demand for oil products has ensured that investments remain lucrative in the long-term. To learn what factors have affected the market in the past, consider these major aspects of oil investment history:

Roots of Lease Acquisition

When subterranean oil was first discovered in the U.S. in 1859, astute speculators realized its economic potential and began to lease the land surrounding the successful well. These promoters then sought investors to provide the capital necessary to obtain drilling equipment, and the industry took off.

Civil War Investment Boom

During and after the Civil War, national debt and inflation abounded, increasing the appeal of investment in material goods. Unfortunately, as oil drilling became ever more popular, the market gradually flooded until oil became nearly worthless.

Rising Demand for Oil

The adoption of the automobile, development of factories, and conversion of trains to oil power helped oil regain its value. World War I also contributed to this effect, as military planes, vehicles, and ships required large amounts of gasoline. Amid speculation that American oil reserves would soon run dry, a man named Columbus Marion Joiner struck an oil pool containing billions of barrels’ worth, refocusing investors’ interest on the U.S. rather than foreign sources.

Today’s Global Economy

In today’s global market, politics have a major influence on the success of oil investment. Investing in American oil is therefore a wise decision, as the risk is much lower while the demand remains steady.

The Texas Permian Basin is a major source of domestic oil, particularly since the advent of new techniques of oil scouting and extraction. If you are interested in investing in the oil industry, Aegis Oil can help you identify lucrative ventures that hold minimal risk. Call (888) 927-3563 today to learn more about our current projects.

What is Three-Dimensional Seismic Technology?

The earth’s crust is comprised of many different layers, some of which contain deposits of crude oil and natural gas. Through seismic exploration, oil production companies can find these valuable reserves and determine the proper placement of wells. To learn about the latest technology for mapping the earth’s subsurface, watch this video.

The seismic acoustic imaging used by geophysicists is a form of sonar, which sends out audio signals and records their echo to gather data on the texture and location of hidden objects. To detect oil, sounds are created using trucks with special vibrating tools and picked up with highly sensitive microphones. The resulting three-dimensional seismic data is processed using powerful supercomputers until it can be interpreted by geophysicists.

Learn more about the oil and gas industry and how new reserves are discovered by calling Aegis Oil at (888) 927-3563. Our in-depth knowledge of industry practices enables us to maximize the return on your investment.