Fracking in the United States Was the Operation That 'Saved' Ecopetrol's Production During 2025
102,000 barrels of oil per day were generated by Permian during 2025. Photo: Courtesy: Ecopetrol
TL;DR
- Permian Basin production increased by 9.6% in 2025, reaching 102,800 barrels of oil per day, saving Ecopetrol's total production.
- Ecopetrol's domestic production decreased by 1.9% in 2025, standing at 597,900 barrels per day.
- Ecopetrol and Oxy extended their development plan in the Permian area, including drilling new wells and an investment of US$235 million.
- The Permian operations accounted for 14% of Ecopetrol's total production.
- Investments in hydrocarbon exploration and production represented 63% of Ecopetrol's total organic investments in 2025, amounting to US$3,933 million.
- President Petro's proposal to sell the Permian asset due to perceived unprofitability of fracking is contradicted by its performance and expert opinions.
- Better oil prices, influenced by the conflict in the Middle East, are positively impacting Ecopetrol's financial results.