US rig count rises 8 this week to 847; New Mexico up 7

HOUSTON — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. rose by 8 this week to 847. A year ago, 440 rigs were active. Houston oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. said Thursday that 683 rigs sought oil and 162 explored for natural gas this week. Two were listed as […]