US rig count increases 17 this week to 729; Oklahoma up 6

HOUSTON — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by 17 this week to 729. A year ago, 571 rigs were active. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Friday that 583 rigs sought oil and 145 explored for natural gas this week. One was listed as […]