Uninvestable: Trump's Pitch to Oil Executives in Venezuela
‘Uninvestable’: Trump Pitch to Oil Executives
“Uninvestable” has become the buzzword defining President Trump’s latest push to lure major oil executives into Venezuela’s troubled energy sector. Despite headlines highlighting his aggressive sales pitch and promises of security guarantees, industry leaders remain cautious. They praised his willingness to challenge Venezuela’s old guard and open access to vast reserves, yet the label reflects deep concerns over legal uncertainty, contract stability, and political risk. For global CEOs, the opportunity is enormous—but so are the potential write-downs.
Why CEOs Applaud but Don’t Commit
Executives publicly commend Trump’s sanctions strategy, interim agreements, and talk of profit-sharing with a cash-starved Caracas. Still, no one is rushing to sign billion‑dollar checks. Investors need enforceable property rights, transparent hydrocarbon laws, and durable investment protections before backing large-scale projects. Until those reforms materialize, Venezuela’s oil riches remain largely theoretical, keeping boardrooms focused on safer shale, offshore, and low-carbon bets.
