Unconventional US Lower 48 Wells - Consolidated Outlook, 2026

Crude oil production in the US Lower 48 shale plays increased annually by around 17.1% to 11.09 million barrels of oil per day (mmbd) in 2025, according to GlobalData. The production benefited from strong global demand for refined products, especially from emerging markets, such as China and India and drilling advancements, while sustained investment from major operators has further improved efficiency in these plays. Permian Basin is the largest oil producing shale in the US. It generated around 7.7 mmbd of crude oil in 2025, accounting for 72% of the total crude oil production among major plays, according to GlobalData.

Scope

• Analysis of the crude oil and natural gas appraisal and production activities in the US Lower 48 shale plays.
• Comprehensive analysis of crude oil and natural gas production in US L48 shale plays during 2022-2030.
• Detailed information on well development, permits and deals across US L48 shale plays.
• In-depth information on economic viability, well productivity, and well completion parameters across major shale plays in the US.
• Analysis of top companies' net acreage, and planned capital expenditure in 2025.
• Up-to-date information on major mergers and acquisitions across major shale plays during 2021-2025.

Reasons to Buy

• Develop business strategies with the help of specific insights into the major shale plays in the US.
• Plan your strategies based on economic viability and expected developments in the major US shale plays.
• Keep yourself informed of the latest M&A activity across major shale plays.