In the third quarter of 2024, Petrobras, Brazil’s state-owned oil giant, reported a total production of 2.689 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boed). This figure remains consistent with both the previous quarter and the same period in 2023. The company’s performance reflects its ability to navigate the complex energy market. Petrobras achieved a […]
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