pira energy (acquired by s&p global in september 2016)

PIRA Energy Group, founded in 1976, is an international energy consulting firm specializing in global energy market analysis and intelligence. PIRA offers Retainer Client Services, as well as customized consulting, on a broad range of subjects in the international crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas, electricity, coal, biofuels, agriculture and emissions markets. The full range of PIRA services provides exceptional coverage and evaluation of key U.S. and international energy fundamentals and issues that impact the behavior and performance of the energy industry and its various markets and sectors. PIRA is known for providing its clients with the most cutting-edge, independent, and commercially oriented energy market research in the business. Currently, over 550 entities spread across some 60+ countries including international and national integrated oil and gas companies, independent producers, refiners, marketers, oil and gas pipelines, electric and gas utilities, industrials, trading companies, financial institutions and government agencies use PIRAs research and price forecasting services. Our market insight and expertise in analyzing short-, medium- and long-term global energy markets can be of enormous value to analysts, traders, fuel purchasers, strategic thinkers, and financial planners concerned about energy markets. www.pira.com @PIRAEnergyGroup