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U.S. Oil Production Hits Record 21.1 Million Barrels Daily in 2025
Fossil fuels supplied 86% of global energy use last year while the world consumed more energy than at any point on record. The United States remained the top natural gas producer and petroleum products exporter.
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U.S. oil production reached a record 21.1 million barrels per day in 2025, nearly matching the combined output of Saudi Arabia and Russia, according to data from the Energy Institute cited by Fox News. The United States also stayed the world's largest natural gas producer and leading exporter of petroleum products.
Fossil fuels accounted for 86% of global energy consumption in 2025, with oil, natural gas and coal supplying the same share. The world used more energy overall than in any prior year on record. White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers stated that U.S.
Oil, natural gas and coal production has increased under President Trump. She said the gains lower prices, create jobs and strengthen energy security. Economist Steve Moore said Middle East flare-ups have caused disruption to energy markets.
About 20 million barrels of oil and one-fifth of the world's liquefied natural gas pass through the Strait of Hormuz each day.
